2025 Ridgefield Fall Fun Guide: Haunted Houses, Open Markets And More

RIDGEFIELD, CT — The autumnal equinox on Monday, Sept. 22, signals the official arrival of fall, but the season is already in full swing in the area with events such as concerts, breakfasts, and "haunted houses."

Sunny days and crisp evenings are perfect for outdoor fun. One can't-miss event is Oysterfest 2025 in the Backspace at Nod Hill Brewery in Ridgefield on Sept. 21

…or get a jump on Oktoberfest at the OAKtoBEER Fest, scheduled at the Charter Oak Brewing and Taproom in Danbury on Sept. 21.

But that’s just the beginning of fun activities taking place over the next couple of months.

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Below, find the 2025 Patch Guide to Fall Fun in and around Ridgefield:

Line Dance Classes start Sept. 24 at East Ridge Middle School in Ridgefield

Jazz guitarist Dave Anderson brings his new project to Zingara in Bethel on Sept. 24.

Magician Asi Wind brings his "More Than Magic" show to the Playhouse on Sept. 24.

Drawing and Painting Classes start Sept. 25 at the Ridgefield Town Hall Annex

The Keeler Tavern Museum & History Center is serving up History on Tap on Sept. 26

Get it off your chest when The Art to Living Presents: Express Yourself Open Mic at Molten Java in Bethel on Sept. 28.

There will be a Pickleball Tournament hosted by the Ridgefield PBA to benefit Special Olympics Connecticut at the Yanity Gym in Ridgefield on Oct. 5

Mushroom Walk with Mycologist in Ridgefield on Oct. 21

On the scarier side, the creaky doors to the Lily Rose Haunted House in Danbury will be open every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from Oct. 3 to Halloween.

Also in Danbury, The Forest of Fear opens for three weekends on Oct. 10

A "thrilling and deeply disturbing" take on the classic tale "Frankenstein" is offered up at the Playhouse on Halloween. The stage show starring Benedict Cumberbatch was filmed live in 2011.