Fall Color Festival at The Morton Arboretum
Visitors experience the changing foliage across the Arboretum's woodlands, gardens, and global tree collections. Guests can navigate the leaf-strewn paths of the Maze Garden, climb giant acorns in the Children’s Garden, or take a naturalist-narrated tram tour on the Acorn Express. Seasonal concessions in Arbor Court offer autumn favorites including apple cider doughnuts, hot cider, taffy apples, and barbecue pulled pork sandwiches.
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Plan Your Visit
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Tickets
Arboretum general admission; Arboretum members enter for free; $10 member add-on admission.
Ages
All ages
Food & Drink
Seasonal concessions in Arbor Court offer Friday through Sunday favorites including apple cider doughnuts, hot apple cider, taffy apples, kettle corn, and barbecue pulled pork sandwiches.
Accessibility
Wheelchair rentals and paved, wheelchair-accessible trails are available on the grounds.
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- Check the weekly Fall Color Report online before your visit to see which areas of the Arboretum are displaying the most vibrant foliage.
- Special seasonal concessions in Arbor Court are served Friday through Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- Purchase general admission tickets online in advance to save compared to in-person gatehouse pricing.
Special Events & Promotions
- Arboretum members enter for free.
- A $10 member add-on admission is offered.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a time limit on how long I can stay?
No. Once admitted, guests are welcome to stay and explore the Arboretum until it closes at sunset.
How can I take a guided tour of the fall colors?
Narrated Acorn Express tram tours travel through woodlands, gardens, and prairies; tickets can be purchased at the Visitor Center on the day of your visit.
What food and drinks are available?
The Arbor Court concessions tent serves autumn items including freshly popped kettle corn, taffy apples, barbecue pulled pork sandwiches, apple cider doughnuts, and hot apple cider.
Is parking included with admission?
Yes, all admission to the Arboretum includes parking.
Do members need tickets to enter?
Arboretum members receive free admission and can enter at any time by showing their physical or digital membership card at the gatehouse.
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