To piger samler svampe nær Kollemorten

Autumn in Vejle

Photo: Jakob Vingtoft

Autumn in Vejle offers nature walks, museum visits, and coziness. There are plenty of activities for both children and adults. On this page, we have gathered our recommendations for autumn coziness in Vejle.

Halloween vibes in Vejle

Autumn also means Halloween. Bring the whole family to Vejle for Halloween, where there are scares, thrills, and plenty of coziness. Until then, you can read ghost stories from Vejle here.

Events this autmn

Finn from Økolariet tells about something during a tour
Karin Laursen

Autumnal trips in nature with Økolariet

During autumn, Økolariet hosts various exciting events and guided tours in nature. Participation is free, but some tours require registration and have a limited number of spots.

This autumn you can experience:

  • 6 September: Nature in the plantation, Give Plantage
  • 27 September: Blue mussels, marine environment and healthy food – open house at Vejle Fjordhave, Brejning Marina
  • 5 October: Mushroom trip in Munkebjerg Forest
  • 11 and 12 October: Big Mushroom Days – up close with mushrooms at Økolariet
  • 13 October: Up close with creepy crawlies at Økolariet
  • 13 October: Mushroom trip for the family at Tykhøjet Krat
  • 14 October: Up close with creepy crawlies at Økolariet
  • 14 October: Deer rutting at Dyrehaven in Vejle
  • 15 October: Forest for fun in Sønderskoven and at Give Museum Forest
  • 2 November: Nature tour to Kongens Kær – from Økolariet

On Økolariet’s website you can get the full overview of the tours’ content, time and place as well as registration.

Vinterferieaktivitet med flødeboller
Thomas Kjærholt

Autumn holiday in Vejle

Week 42 is Children's Week in Vejle. There are always plenty of wonderful activities for the whole family during the autumn holiday. 

Follow this page for updates on the autumn holiday in Vejle.

Dystopia Haunted House
Bogdan Alexandru

Dystopia Haunted House 2025: Somniphobia

From September 12th to November 15th, you can, as tradition dictates, experience Dystopia Haunted House in Mørkedalen in Vejle! 

This year’s haunted house, Somniphobia, can be experienced at three different levels: Scary, Intense, and Extreme. Come and get a good scare in the twilight! See more from previous years’ Dystopia events via the link below.

Jelling Viking Run runners by the palisades in Jelling
Kongernes Jelling

Jelling Viking Run

On September 20, 2025 at 10 AM, you can take part in the very first Jelling Viking Run at the monument area in Jelling. 

Join one of the 4 runs/walks: 

  • Midsommerormen’s Family Mile
  • King’s Route 4.3 km
  • Warrior’s Route 6.6 km
  • The orienteering run Gorm’s Viking Expedition

You can also experience the Bærsærkmilen race, where Viking warriors from all over Denmark run in full battle gear in the monument area. After the runs, you can enjoy food, drinks, and good company at the afterparty in Valhal (the forecourt of Kongernes Jelling). Follow Jelling Viking Run on Facebook. The event is organized by Kongernes Jelling, Gorm Jelling, and Jelling Forenede Sportsklubber – Løb.

Beer from BLAS beer brewery
VisitVejle

Beer tasting at BLAS

Join a guided tour at the BLAS brewery this autumn, where you can learn more about beer, the brewing process, and the vision for the old dairy in Randbøl. There are guided tours in both Danish and English on selected evenings from 20:00 to 21:30.

Below you will find links to sign up for the tours:

  • Friday, 3 October (Danish)
  • Friday, 7 November (English)
A mushroom is gathered on a trip near Kollemorten
Jakob Vingtoft

Mushroom hunting with VildeNatur

In October and November, you can join a mushroom hunting tour with biologist and nature enthusiast Metteline Fokdal/VildeNatur, who holds a diploma in Danish edible and poisonous mushrooms. Learn how to collect your own mushrooms, so you don’t end up with a poisonous one, while you join a calm and inspiring walk through one of the forests of Vejle. Join a tour here:

  • 15 October: Children’s mushroom hunt
  • 25 October: Mushroom hunt at the Seven Year Lakes
  • 1 November: Mushroom hunt in Munkebjerg Forest

Read about the tours and sign up via the link.

HALLOWEEN IN VEJLE

On October 31st, you can, as tradition dictates, experience the big Halloween show with a parade, spooky decorations, and activities in Vejle’s pedestrian street! City Vejle repeats the success and hosts HALLOWEEN FOR KIDS in the city centre the day after November 1st, featuring a children's parade and exciting activities.

Mark your calendar already now while we await more information.

Whiskey barrels at Fary Lochan in Farre
The Travel Book

Concert and guided tours with Fary Lochan

On November 7th at 8 PM, you can attend a concert with the musician Juncker at Fary Lochan. There will be an opportunity to shop in Fary Lochan’s store and buy drinks and snacks for the concert. 

Throughout the autumn (as well as the rest of the year), you can join a guided tour of about 1.5 hours around the small buildings where Fary Lochan produces their whisky. On this exciting tour, you will follow the journey of production from start to finish and have the chance to taste whisky (please note age restrictions, etc.).

Below you will find links to the events this autumn at Fary Lochan.

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