Fall at Filoli

As the leaves turn and the air grows crisp, Filoli transforms into a vibrant autumn escape filled with festive flair and seasonal delights perfect for all ages.

Celebrate the harvest at Taste of Fall, get creative with Fall Wreath Flora Parties, and step into a spooky wonderland of glowing trails, wandering shadows, and playful frights during Nightfall!

Whether you're strolling through golden gardens, sipping cider, or crafting autumn memories in the redwoods at TROLLS: Save the Humans, Filoli invites you to make this fall unforgettable.

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Through November 10!

Enhance your fall fun at Filoli with the Trolls! Encounter these gentle giants throughout the redwoods—perfect for family adventures and magical moments with friends. Visit our Trolls webpage to meet the Trolls and learn more about their big adventures!

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Taste of Fall

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Saturday, October 18, 2025
Sunday, October 19, 2025

Celebrate the season with a tasting event filled with fall flavors, local vendors, and festive ambiance. Stroll through a vibrant marketplace of artisans in the Woodland Court, where you can sample seasonal delights from ciders and signature cocktails, to caramel apples, and handcrafted pies. Enjoy tastings from food vendors, and chat with Filoli’s horticultural team to learn about Filoli’s own orchards and food products.

Don’t miss out on educational opportunities from our partners and a special tasting table featuring heritage fruits grown onsite. This celebration is a true Filoli harvest-time treat.

Cost: $85; includes General Admission.

Members receive 20% off.

Fall Tea Parties

Whether you're sipping afternoon tea in the elegant Garden House or munching on spooky snacks in the spooky Ballroom, Filoli’s fall tea experiences offer cozy, magical moments for every age.

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Filoli Fall Tea

September 22–26 & October 6–10, 2025
11am, 1pm, & 3:30pm
90-minute experiences

Embrace the spirit of autumn at Filoli’s Fall Tea experience. Invite friends and loved ones to a cozy afternoon tea seating in the serene Garden House, featuring seasonal ingredients and festive fall decor. Gather around a family-style table adorned with the season's finest offerings, and enjoy a warm conversation in a welcoming, elegant setting.

Cost: $185; includes General Admission.

Members receive 10% off.

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Witches Tea

October 3–November 2, 2025
Weekends Only | 11am, 12:30pm, & 2:30pm
60-minute experiences

Calling all little witches and warlocks! Fly in on your brooms and cast a spell over the day in Filoli’s spooky Ballroom. Snack on delicious sweet treats and bubbly brews, while tuning into story-time sorcery that adds a magical touch to your visit. 

Grown-ups, you’re not left out of the fun—each ticket includes one complimentary drink (for guests over 21 years of age, sparkling wine will be available). Potions and brews can be conjured for purchase if you're still thirsty for more.

Cost: $75 ticket; includes General Admission.

Members receive 10% off.

Please note: This is an event for the whole coven. All children need a ticketed adult by their side—no solo spellcasters allowed!

Fall Flora Party

Celebrate fall’s beauty with friends at Filoli’s Wreath Party—create your own autumn wreath with lush greens, flora, and beautiful dried embellishments. 

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Fall Wreaths

Thursday, October 23, 2025 | 2–4pm
Friday, October 24, 2025 | 10am–12pm & 2–4pm

Service Learning

Filoli’s Service Learning is a chance for the local community to give back to the historic estate. Volunteers will learn about various gardening topics through guided instruction. This fall, help Filoli prepare our Garden for the Holidays magic!

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Bulb Packing

October 28, 2025
9am–12pm

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Holiday Prep

October 30, 2025
9am–12pm

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Winter Projects

November 1, 2025
9am–12pm

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October 3–November 10

Nightfall returns for its 2nd annual takeover—bigger, bolder, and more enchantingly eerie than ever! As twilight descends, Filoli transforms into a mysterious world of roaming slugs, glowing mushrooms, shifting shadows, and spooky scarecrows. Step into the hauntingly beautiful House, immerse yourself in a pumpkin-filled Meadow, or wander moonlit woods where Trolls lurk and unexpected wonders await.