Cozy Fall Guide to Oxford

During the fall in Oxford, it is a magical time! We can understand why so many people choose to live here. There is beauty beyond words you have to see it to believe it. Walk among the paths of the historic Miami University campus and plan ahead for upcoming fall events scattered throughout the season. In this guide, you’ll find insights on local favorite events like the Apple Butter Festival, the Halloween Parade, and more! Ready or not, this fall guide to Oxford will help you plan your autumn escape.

 

Fall Festivities

Apple Butter Festival | Oct. 5-6th, 2024

Visit the 59th annual Apple Butter Festival by the Oxford Museum Association at the Hueston Woods Doty Pioneer Farm. Watch volunteers make apple butter on the farm, enjoy live music and food, and of course… sample a tasting of apple butter and purchase a jar to take home! Check our blog for more event info.

Oxford Farm & Flea | Nov. 23rd, 2024

When: 9:00 am- 2:00pm

Where: 2 East High Street, Oxford, Ohio

The City of Oxford and the Oxford Farmer’s Market are returning for the 2nd annual Farm & Flea! Enjoy live music while you shop with local artisans, farmers, businesses, and more in the heart of Uptown, Oxford. (Main Street will be closed)

Historic Walking Tour of Oxford Cemetery | Oct. 12th, 19th, & 26th, 2024

This 60-minute tour will begin at 11:00 am to discuss historic members of the Oxford and Miami University community. Please wear shoes comfortable for walking. Parking is available at the Peffer Park lot, walk to the cemetery from the lot. Register for the tour!

 

Spooky Fun

Trick-or-Treat OPRD Style & Lion’s Club Halloween Parade | Oct. 24th, 2024

Visit Uptown to grab a trick or treat from businesses and organizations from 4:30-6:30pm. Don’t forget Fiddo! Have fun making a costume with your pet and enter the Pet Costume Contest. Then join show off your costumes in the Lion’s Club Halloween Parade starting at 6:30 pm. Get dressed up as a group, duo, or solo walk on the bricks Uptown! Read our Halloween Parade blog for more info.

Fright Night: Double Feature | Oct. 25th, 2024

RSVP for the first-ever Fright Night: Double Feature showing BEETLEJUICE & NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD (Original) at the *Oxford Community Arts Center! RSVP to secure your seat! (Must be 18+ or accompanied by legal parent/guardian)

Howl at the Moon | Oct. 29th, 2024

Join the family at the Oxford Community Arts Center for Howl-at-the-Moon, featuring a variety of fun games and activities! Kids can create their own masks, get their faces painted, and participate in the Eyeball Race and Pumpkin Chunkin’. For the adventurous, there’s a Haunted Maze to explore. Don’t miss the special trick-or-treat starting at 5:00 PM for the little ghouls. 

Neighborhood Trick-or-Treat | Oct. 31st, 2024

We’re not kidding when we say Oxford’s neighborhood trick-or-treat is the best! The fall leaves combined with mature trees, provide all of the Halloween Trick-or-Treating vibes. Take your wee ghouls and goblins to your favorite streets to haunt and enjoy the scenic spooky vibes starting from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm.

OPRD Pumpkin Catapult | Nov. 1st, 2024

Once Halloween is over, the fun doesn’t stop there. On November 1st, 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm, bring your pumpkins to the TRI Community Center to launch at Oxford Parks and Recreation’s Pumpkin Catapult! While you’re there, enjoy food trucks and watch your squash…well… squash!

 

Autumn Outdoor Escape

Fall Haiku Poems

Check out the Haiku booklet by the City of Oxford containing a haiku poem from each person who submitted to the Fall Haiku contest. Following the booklet are the 18 finalists, whose haiku poems are displayed in the windows of local businesses.

Recommended Fall Hikes in Oxford

Plan your perfect fall getaway with a breathtaking hike in Oxford, OH! Picture yourself surrounded by breathtaking fall foliage as you wander through the stunning trails of Hueston Woods State Park, Miami University Natural Areas, and more Oxford’s hidden gems. Whether you’re after a forest adventure or a peaceful escape, autumn in Oxford is your destination for creating the perfect backdrop. Run, bike, or hike through Ohio’s fall beauty at its finest—start planning your outdoor adventure today!

• Hueston Woods State Park – Offering miles of trails through dense forests, this park provides stunning views of fall foliage and peaceful lakeside paths.
• Pine Loop Trail – A short and easy hike perfect for those looking to immerse themselves in the beauty of fall without too much effort. This trail offers a tranquil woodland setting.
• Miami University Natural Areas – Explore the local university’s vast natural areas through trails that guide you through woods and open fields, offering a mix of terrains and vibrant autumn colors.
• Indian Creek Preserve – A hidden gem in Reily Township with various trail paths through the woods is perfect for a quiet fall escape.
• Oxford Area Trail System (OATS) – This multi-use trail connects various parts of Oxford, providing an easy and scenic way to take in the fall colors on foot or wheels.

Oxford Fall Photography

Get out and capture the beautiful fall foliage in Oxford, OH. Grab some inspiration and tips from our Picture Perfect blog for amazing photoshoot locations in the city and the somber countryside.

Local Farms & Pumpkin Picking

This harvest season, the market is full of produce varieties, handmade confections, and more! Support your local farmer and small businesses for seasonal produce and choose the perfect pumpkin for carving… or launch at the Pumpkin Catapult (OPRD guide)!

• Oxford Farmers Market
• Moon Co-op
• Butterfield’s Farm Market (Apple Cider Slushies!!)

Find a blend of fall relaxation and adventure in Oxford

For more inspiration, check out Things to Do in Oxford, and Event Calendar for more ideas to complete your autumn wish list.

Browse our recommended Lodging page to book your stay!