October is a great time to get out and enjoy Montgomery County, with pumpkin-filled festivals, outdoor movies, classic cars, and plenty of fall shopping and activities. 🍁 Here are a few local events to add to your calendar!



Butler’s Orchard Pumpkin Festival

All October Long

Make the most of fall at Butler’s Orchard Pumpkin Festival! 🎃 Pick your own pumpkin, take a hayride, explore the corn maze, and enjoy slides, games, farm animals, and more throughout the festival.

Get a Gourd

The Great Pumpkin Race & Fall Festival

October 3

Watch decorated pumpkin race cars go head-to-head in this one-of-a-kind fall competition! 🎃 The races are joined by live music, food, and family-friendly activities for a fun afternoon in Montgomery Village.

Race Your Pumpkin

Halloween Outdoor Movie Night

October 9

Grab a blanket or lawn chair and settle in for an outdoor showing of Hocus Pocus at Central Park! 👻 Enjoy free popcorn, Halloween treats, face painting, and a movie under the stars.

Be Spooked

FALLFest at Congressional Plaza 

October 10

Celebrate the season with an afternoon of fall crafts, giveaways, and family-friendly activities at Congressional Plaza. 🍂 Kids can make a pumpkin craft, enjoy a balloon twister, and meet VKs Mal & Red.

Go to the Festival

Rockville Antique & Classic Car Show 

October 17

Take a trip through automotive history at the Rockville Antique & Classic Car Show, featuring everything from Packards to Ferraris. 🚗 Browse classic vehicles, a flea market, food vendors, and live music during this family-friendly event.

See the Cars

Antique & Garden Festival

October 30-November 1

Spend a fall weekend browsing vintage finds, garden décor, and handmade goods at Old Line Market at historic Aix La Chapelle Farm. 🛍️ With more than 60 vendors, food trucks, wine, and craft beer, there’s plenty to explore.

Go Antiquing