Fall in Bossier City is filled with crisp air, cozy treats, and family fun around every corner. Whether you’re searching for the perfect pumpkin, enjoying a sweet snack, or soaking up sunshine outdoors, here are four local spots offering the best of fall right here in Bossier.

Sweet Fall Treats at Bakery Lore

Add a little sweetness to your fall outing with a stop at Bakery Lore in Bossier City. This charming local bakery is known for its festive treats and creative flair. Their Halloween macarons are as delightful to look at as they are to eat, and the white chocolate-covered popcorn makes the perfect snack for a trip to the pumpkin patch or a movie night.

Kids and adults will love the monster cupcakes topped with frosting and candy eyes, full of fall spirit. With an ever-changing lineup of seasonal treats, Bakery Lore is the perfect stop to grab a treat and savor the flavors of the season.

Address: 2173 Airline Drive 

Website: Bakery Lore 

Pumpkins with a Purpose at Asbury United Methodist Church

A longtime Bossier tradition, the Asbury United Methodist Church Pumpkin Patch brings together community, giving, and plenty of pumpkins. Coordinators David and Carolyn Burroughs lead this beloved event with heart and local connection.

“This year, we unloaded 8,000 pumpkins and gourds of every shape and size, “ said Burroughs.

The patch, located behind the church at 3200 Airline Drive, is open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., and on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Visitors can pick pumpkins, enjoy family photos, or relax with a picnic surrounded by fall color, and don’t leave without a loaf of their famous homemade pumpkin bread from Bonnie’s Bakery.

“What makes Asbury’s patch truly special is that 100% of proceeds go back into local missions, supporting groups like Katy Build, Bossier Parish Schools, Volunteers of America’s Lighthouse, The HUB Ministry, and The Renesting Project.”

 The pumpkins themselves even give back, grown on the Navajo Nation in New Mexico, they help support over 700 Native American jobs each season.

“When you visit, it’s an experience from selecting the perfect pumpkin, to playing games, to littles shopping for their mini pumpkins in the tent, “ Burroughs explained.

 Pumpkins vary in price from $1 for the smallest pumpkin to $40 for a huge one. Admission to the pumpkin patch is free! Throughout October, families can also enjoy Pumpkin Painting, a Coffee & Car Show, Trunk or Treat, and a Baked Goods by Harper Sale.

Address: 3200 Airline Drive 

Website: Asbury Pumpkin Patch 

Fall Picnics at Field of Dreams

Unwind at Field of Dreams, one of the city’s most loved parks. Pack a lunch or grab something to go from a local spot, then find a picnic table and enjoy great conversation in the crisp autumn air.

This family-friendly park has something for everyone. Kids can swing, zipline, and explore, while parents relax and take in the view. Be sure to stroll by the pond for some turtle watching, or check out the musical attractions scattered throughout the park that bring smiles to visitors of all ages. Field of Dreams is the perfect spot to slow down, connect, and soak up the season.

Address: 4714 Hazel Jones Road 

Fall Fun and Fitness at Raccoon Bend Farms

If you’re looking for fresh-air fun and a taste of fall in Bossier City, Raccoon Bend Farms has you covered. From homegrown pumpkins to outdoor fitness and community events, there’s something for everyone this season.

Owner Alicia DuCote, DHSc(c), NASM PES, CSNC, is passionate about bringing people together through health, nature, and local living.

“We’re truly building health and wellness out here, and we feel that with every smile that walks through the door,” she said.

At Raccoon Bend, pumpkins are locally Louisiana-grown and organic, perfect for both cooking and decorating.

“Not everything has to be trucked in from out of state, ” DuCote said. 

The Coffee Krewe SBC will be docking at Raccoon Bend Farms on Tuesday, October 14, from 2–6 p.m. The pumpkin patch will be in full swing, with pumpkin-flavored drinks, all-natural pumpkin muffins, and local vendors including Sour Dough Coe and Trio Baked Goods. 

 “Families can take photos, shop local goods, or join Fitness on the Farm, a one-of-a-kind outdoor workout that combines running through the gardens, balance work, and strength training,” said DuCote. 

“As a personal trainer and sports nutrition coach, I have worked both in and out of the gym. I love working out in nature, and this workout is immersed in the farm experience! Running through the gardens, building both strength and endurance with weight-bearing activity. Working on balance and flexibility plants the seeds of health and well-being,” She said. 

There are no contracts, just $35 per class. Participants will have bragging rights and a chance to win a $25 gift card to the Farm Stand by earning points for class participation and completing the  Challenge Course!

You can also enjoy U-pick cut flowers, Meals to Geaux that change with the seasons, and plenty of drop-in visitors and pop-up vendors every weekend at the farm. Follow Raccoon Bend Farms on Facebook for weekly updates and Saturday live videos to see what’s happening on the farm.

Address: 5217 Airline Drive 

Facebook: Raccoon Bend Farms 

Website: Racoon Bend Farms