Discover the Best October Adventures Around the DC Metro Area

Locals Tips and Recommendations
Written By Joshua Baumgardner

October is a magical time in the Washington, D.C. metro area, as the region comes alive with vibrant fall foliage and a plethora of exciting activities. If you're considering buying a home in this area, there's no better time to explore the diverse communities and experience the local culture. In this blog post, we'll guide you through some of the must-do activities for a memorable October in the DC metro area.

1. Haunted Houses for Thrill-Seekers

For those who love spine-tingling adventures, the DC metro area offers a variety of haunted houses and spooky attractions. Consider checking out:

  • Markoff's Haunted Forest: Located in Dickerson, MD, this popular attraction combines haunted trails, a haunted town, and terrifying adventures in the woods.

  • Field of Screams Maryland: Located in Olney, MD, this venue features four terrifying attractions, including a haunted trail, a haunted house, a hayride, and a circus-themed maze.

  • Shocktober in Leesburg: Just a short drive from DC, you'll find this haunted house experience inside the historic Paxton Manor, with proceeds benefiting the nonprofit The Arc of Loudoun.

2. Pumpkin Patches and Orchards

Fall wouldn't be complete without a visit to a pumpkin patch or orchard to embrace the season's harvest. Here are some fantastic options:

  • Butler's Orchard: Located in Germantown, MD, this orchard offers pumpkin picking, hayrides, a corn maze, and fresh apple cider donuts.

  • Cox Farms: Located in Centreville, VA, Cox Farms is a fall wonderland with giant slides, hayrides, a corn maze, and acres of pumpkins.

  • Great Country Farms: This Bluemont, VA, orchard offers apple and pumpkin picking, a corn maze, and a Fall Pumpkin Harvest Festival with live music and family-friendly activities.

3. Corn Mazes for All Ages

Corn mazes are a fun way to enjoy the crisp fall air and challenge your navigation skills. Consider visiting:

  • Summers Farm: Located in Frederick, MD, Summers Farm boasts a 12-acre corn maze, farm animals, hayrides, and other fall activities.

  • Liberty Mills Farm: Located in Somerset, VA, this farm offers a massive corn maze, hayrides, and a pumpkin patch, making it a perfect day trip from DC.

  • Temple Hall Farm: Located in Leesburg, VA, this fun destination boasts a working farm with goats, pigs, cows, chickens, turkeys and more, as well as a Fall shop for local treats, fun activities for the whole family, a pumpkin patch and impressive corn maze!

4. Oktoberfest Celebrations

October wouldn't be complete without some Oktoberfest fun. Check out:

  • Wunder Garten Oktoberfest: In NOMA, DC, this German-themed beer garden features live music, beer, wine, and delicious German food in a lively, family-friendly atmosphere. Don’t miss the Bavarian Olympics each weekend!

  • Oktoberfest Vienna: Located in Vienna, VA, this is a lively celebration that brings the spirit of Bavaria to the heart of Northern Virginia, offering visitors a taste of authentic German culture with traditional music, food, and beer in a picturesque setting.

With these exciting October activities around the DC metro area, you'll have plenty of opportunities to explore different neighborhoods and get a feel for the local culture and lifestyle. If you're considering making this vibrant region your home, don't hesitate to reach out to our experienced real estate team for guidance on finding your dream home in the heart of autumn beauty.

 
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Joshua Baumgardner

Growing up with family roots in both property management and construction to eventually becoming Vice President of TTR Sotheby’s International Realty, Joshua was destined for a life in the real estate industry. Joshua spent the first years of his career as a professional opera singer, and the owner of a private voice studio. It didn’t take Joshua long before he felt the undeniable yearning to return to his roots in real estate.

With an unrelenting ambition to surpass the expectations of each client, Joshua is committed to making the buying and selling process as smooth as possible. As a member of The Alliance Group, Joshua works closely with his team members to assist each client and their unique situations. The team’s expertise spans every facet of the industry from working with first-time homebuyers to listing the luxury properties of global clients. Joshua's team is one of the highest-producing groups in the DC Metropolitan area, and a multi-year recipient of the Best of Washington, Best of Arlington, and RealTrend Top Producer Awards.

Joshua calls the vibrant NoMA neighborhood home, and can often be found brunching along 16th Street, biking the C&O Canal Trail, serving at Foundry United Methodist Church, or spending a Saturday evening enjoying a new opera or musical.

Joshua is a graduate of James Madison University, and Florida State University, a member of the National Association of Realtors, The Northern Virginia Association of Realtors, and a founding member and serves on the boards of the Wagner Society of Washington DC and the LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance. Follow Joshua on Instagram @LiveTheDMV.

Joshua’s team is founded on the shared vision that luxury is a level of service and not a price point, with the team’s individuals sales ranging from $220K to $9.98M, totaling nearly $1 billion in combined lifetime sales.

https://www.LiveTheDMV.com
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