Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
There’s something special about fall in Billings, Montana. The temperatures cool down, the landscape takes on its autumn colors, and the city comes alive with festivals, races, rodeos and family-friendly activities.
If you’re planning a fall getaway, Billings KOA Holiday is a convenient home base for exploring the area. Whether you’re traveling with the family, meeting up with friends or taking a Montana road trip, there are plenty of reasons to make Billings your destination this season.
Here are some of the events and seasonal activities to put on your 2026 fall calendar.
Kick off your fall adventure with a visit to Flowerstead Farms for the 2026 Sunflower Festival, September 11–13.
Located in Billings, Flowerstead Farms opens its sunflower fields for a colorful weekend filled with opportunities to wander among the blooms, take photos and enjoy the beautiful transition from summer to fall.
The festival is a great choice for couples, families and photographers—and it makes for a memorable Montana vacation photo.
Even outside the festival weekend, Flowerstead Farms offers sunflower U-pick opportunities during the season, so check their schedule if you’ll be visiting later in September.
Ready, set, run!
The Montana Marathon returns September 20, bringing runners from around the region to Billings for one of Montana’s premier fall running events.
The full marathon begins in Molt and follows a scenic downhill course into Billings. There’s also a half marathon, 10K and 5K, so participants of different experience levels can get involved.
Not a runner? No problem. Head into Billings to cheer on the participants and enjoy the excitement around race day.
The marathon weekend also includes the Little Buzz Run for kids, making this a fun event for the whole family.
Fall is harvest season, and the Yellowstone Valley Farmers Market is a great way to experience the flavors of the region.
The market takes place Saturday mornings in downtown Billings through October 3, offering fresh produce, baked goods, handmade products and other locally made items.
For campers, it’s an easy addition to a weekend itinerary. Grab some breakfast, pick up fresh ingredients for dinner at your campsite and spend the morning discovering local vendors.
No fall getaway is complete without a pumpkin patch.
The Billings area has several options for families looking to pick pumpkins, wander through a corn maze or enjoy classic fall farm activities.
Grandpa’s Farm is a popular Billings-area destination featuring its seasonal corn maze and family activities. Pumpkin picking and other fall attractions have been part of the farm’s autumn offerings.
Because farm schedules and attractions can change each year, check directly with the farm before your visit for 2026 opening dates and activities.
Fall is an especially nice time to explore ZooMontana. Cooler temperatures make walking around the 70-acre zoo and botanical garden comfortable, and there’s plenty to see for visitors of all ages.
The zoo is home to animals and plants from Montana, the Yellowstone region and other parts of the 45th parallel.
If you’re visiting in October, watch for Boo at the Zoo, ZooMontana’s family-friendly Halloween celebration.
The event typically features costumes, trick-or-treating, animal enrichment activities and other Halloween fun. The 2026 event is scheduled for October 18, according to ZooMontana’s current event information.
It’s a fun way to add a little Halloween excitement to your Billings camping trip.
For a true taste of Montana’s Western culture, plan your trip around the NILE Stock Show & Rodeo.
The Northern International Livestock Exposition takes over MetraPark October 9–17, bringing livestock shows, horse events, agricultural activities and rodeo action to Billings.
One of the highlights is the NILE Ranch Rodeo Finals on October 10, but events take place throughout the week.
Whether you grew up around ranching or simply want to experience an important part of Montana’s Western heritage, the NILE is a uniquely Billings experience.
Bring your appetite and your fall spirit to HarvestFest in downtown Billings.
Held in October, HarvestFest celebrates the local harvest with seasonal foods, vendors, crafts and family-friendly activities. It’s also a great way to enjoy the final weeks of the farmers market season.
Pair it with a Saturday morning downtown and you have an easy fall day full of local flavor.
October brings plenty of opportunities to celebrate Halloween in Billings.
From pumpkin patches and corn mazes to Boo at the Zoo and other community events, families can fill a fall weekend with seasonal fun.
For adults and older kids, keep an eye on the Visit Billings event calendar for Halloween events, haunted attractions and other October activities being added to the schedule.
Between scheduled events, leave some time to simply enjoy the outdoors.
The cooler temperatures of fall make it a great season to explore the Rimrocks, take a hike at Zimmerman Park or visit Pictograph Cave State Park.
You can also take a scenic drive to Pompeys Pillar National Monument, where you can explore the Yellowstone River Valley and see the famous sandstone formation.
Fall is a beautiful time to get out and experience the Montana landscape before winter arrives.
From sunflower fields and marathon runners to pumpkin patches, zoo adventures and one of Montana’s biggest Western events, there’s plenty happening in and around Billings this fall.
The best part? You can make Billings KOA Holiday your home base while you experience it all.
Spend the day exploring Billings, then come back to your campsite or cabin, relax around the fire and enjoy a crisp Montana evening.
Whether you’re planning a family fall break, a weekend road trip or a longer Montana adventure, fall is a great time to camp in Billings.
Before you head out, check the Visit Billings events calendar for the latest event dates, times and details.
Event dates and details can change. We recommend confirming information with the event organizer before heading out.
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