All the Fun Stuff to Do this Fall in Grand Rapids, MI

It's Harvest Time in Grand Rapids, MI!

Cooler temperatures and colorful trees are here. That can just mean one thing - harvest time in West Michigan.

If this weather keeps up, we're going to be in for a delightful month of October, and we've got the perfect checklist of fall family fun things for your family to do.

1) Go Apple Picking

Choosing the perfect red-ripe apple off the tree just makes it taste better! Local u-pick locations, like Moelker Orchards, offer different varieties for U-Pick, as they ripen at different times. If it's Honeycrisp apples you're after, stay sharp and watch their Facebook page for release times.

Here's a full list of local Grand Rapids area orchards open for apple picking.

2) Pick the Perfect Pumpkin

Head on out to the local pumpkin patch and you might be surprised at the different types of specialty pumpkins for sale this year. From nubby, warty pumpkins to pure white pumpkins, you're bound to find something special to bring home.

Deep Roots Produce in Caledonia, Michigan has all sorts of interesting pumpkins on display.

Here's a full list of local Grand Rapids area pumpkin patches with pumpkins for sale.

3) Get Lost in a Grand Rapids, MI Corn Maze

The number of corn mazes in West Michigan has increased by leaps and bounds over the last few years as farmers realize another usage for their fall crop.

Elaborate designs carved into acres of corn make for family fun both during daylight hours and after dark.

Here's a full list of local Grand Rapids area corn mazes you can try.

4) Eat All of the Donuts, West Michigan

Fall just isn't right if it doesn't come with a side of donuts and cider. Fortunately, there's no shortage of amazing places to score just these items.

Make it a day and try to hit all of the fall Grand Rapids donut and cider locations on this hotlist.

Drop us a comment and let us know your favorite fall fun spots, Grand Rapids!