From Sunshine to Sweater Weather: Fall Fun Near Reunion in Commerce City
Posted on 28 Aug 2025
As the days grow shorter and the crisp Colorado air rolls in, Reunion in Commerce City shines with a different kind of magic. Summer may be winding down, but the fun is far from over. From local favorites at the Reunion Rec Center to vibrant festivals just a short drive away, autumn brings colorful foliage, community traditions, and plenty of ways to create lasting memories with family and friends.
A woman and a child walk in a park at Reunion.
Kick Off Fall at Reunion
Shine On Car Show | Saturday, September 6 from 10am–2pm | Reunion Rec Center
Start the season with chrome, engines, and hometown pride. Our annual Shine On Car Show brings together beautiful cars, good food, and local vendors in a family-friendly atmosphere. Open to all makes and models, the event even features custom-made trophies. It’s free to attend, making it the perfect way to spend a fall afternoon right here in Reunion.
Cars displayed at a car show.
Trunk or Treat | Sunday, October 19 from 4pm–6pm | Reunion Rec Center
Costumes, candy, and creativity come together at our annual Trunk or Treat. Families can decorate a trunk, join the trick-or-treat fun, or enjoy bites from food trucks. It’s a tradition that promises laughter, plenty of sweets, and a hometown connection.
*Weather backup date is Sunday, October 26.
Car trunks decorated for Halloween.
Celebrate Fall Around Commerce City:
Denver Oktoberfest | September 19-21 & 26-28 | Larimer and 21st in the Ballpark District (25 minutes from Reunion)
Raise a stein and get ready to polka — Denver’s Oktoberfest is one of the city’s most iconic celebrations. Enjoy keg bowling, costume contests, live music, and even a Long Dog Derby. With Bavarian pretzels, turkey legs, and beer flowing, it’s a can’t-miss fall tradition.
People dressed in lederhosen and dirndls enjoying a beer at Oktoberfest.
Anderson Farms Fall Festival | September 24-November 1| Erie, CO (30 minutes from Reunion)
Colorado’s largest fall family festival is packed with autumn charm. Navigate the 25-acre corn maze, ride a tractor-drawn wagon to the pumpkin patch, and pick from varieties of pumpkins and gourds. Families can also enjoy attractions like a barrel train, paintball gallery, live entertainment, and more. After dark, the farm transforms into the ultra spooky “Terror in the Corn.”
Corn maze with a “maze entrance” sign showing.
Pumpkin Festival at Chatfield Farms | October 10–12 from 9am–4pm | 8500 W Deer Creek Canyon Road, Littleton, CO 80128 (45 minutes from Reunion)
Hosted by the Denver Botanic Gardens, the Pumpkin Festival is an autumnal classic. Stroll through the 10-acre pumpkin patch, explore the corn maze, and enjoy family-friendly activities surrounded by the beauty of the season. BYOW (wagon) to haul your perfect pumpkin finds.
Wagon full of pumpkins at a pumpkin patch.
Tennyson Fall Fest | October 18 from 10am–6pm | W. 41st Ave, Denver, CO (25 minutes from Reunion)
This bustling neighborhood festival offers live music, group yoga, shopping from 150+ local vendors, food trucks, and a pet parade. With something for every age, it’s a fantastic way to embrace fall in one of Denver’s most vibrant neighborhoods.
Pumpkin Patches Galore
Looking for a pumpkin patch closer to home? Commerce City and the Denver metro area are surrounded by options. Favorites include Maize in the City in Thornton, Cottonwood Farms in Lafayette, and Rocky Mountain Pumpkin Ranch in Longmont — each offering corn mazes, hayrides, and plenty of seasonal fun. For a full roundup of the best patches near Denver, check out Seen By Amy’s guide.
A family at a pumpkin patch.
Hike Into Fall Foliage
When the leaves begin to change, Reunion offers the perfect backdrop for a fall stroll. Here you’ll find miles of trails winding around lakes, open spaces, and parks, where golden and fiery reds reflect in the water.
For a longer outing, nearby trails at Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge showcase stunning fall foliage and the chance to spot bison and migratory birds. It’s a gorgeous way to immerse and experience Colorado’s natural beauty.
Reunion Rec Center mirrored in lake surrounded by fall foliage.
Make Reunion Your Fall Hometown
Whether you’re sipping coffee at the Reunion Coffee House, cheering at the Shine On Car Show, or picking pumpkins with the family, fall is all about community connection. Reunion offers more than just beautiful homes — it’s a place where neighbors come together, memories are made, and every season feels like home.
So grab your sweater, lace up your walking shoes, and get ready to embrace autumn in our hometown.
