The whole family can get into the fun of making their own scarecrow at the Fall for Fairfax KidsFest on September 29 and 30 at the Fairfax County Government Center. From 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Northern Virginia's largest family fall festival boasts more than 100 hands-on activities and exhibits focusing on education, sport and fitness, the environment, public safety and personal health; enjoy a farmers' market, pony and hayrides, scare-crow making, pumpkin decorating, a carnival and dozens of shows for children. 703-324-3247 or www.fallforfairfax.com.