With a state as large as New York, there's almost always an exciting festival taking place in one region or another. But during our state's fall season visitors from all over can find some of our best festivals happening. Getting you in the mood for this crisp and colorful time of year, here are some of the best festivals that will have you embracing Autumn while it's here.
1. Annual Harvest Festival at The Farmers' Museum - Cooperstown
Two days of fun filled activities, the Farmers' Museum will be hosting their magical 39th annual Harvest Festival on September 16th and 17th. Right in the perfect setting for fall, the Farmers' Museum will have live music, family activities, horse-drawn wagon rides and other unique ways to stay busy. To find out more information, click here.
Where: 5775 NY-80 Cooperstown, NY 13326
2. Gore Mountain Harvest Fest - North Creek
A great reason to head up to the Adirondacks, the Harvest Fest at Gore Mountain is happening this year on October 7th and 8th. Taking place at 10AM until 4PM, the festival will have live music all weekend, activities for kids, candle making and tons of fall drinks and food. To find out more information, click here.
Where: 793 Peaceful Valley Road North Creek, NY 12853
3. Madison County Hop Fest - Oneida
Happening this year between September 15th and 17th, the Madison County Hop Fest has been up and running for over 20 years. The festival has food from local restaurants, craft beer sampling and hop heritage tours that all will remind you of exactly why it is you love the fall season. To find out more information, click here.
Where: 435 Main Street Oneida, NY 13421
4. Apple Festival - Central Square
A longtime local favorite, the Central Square Apple Festival draws out thousands of visitors each year. The festival will be taking place September 22nd through the 24th and if you've somehow never visited, you'll want to make the trip this year. Central Square's Apple Festival is made up of fun activities like Apple Pie Baking Contests and Scarecrow Contest, as well as rides, food and plenty of vendors. To find out more information, click here.
Where: 154 US Route 11 Central Square, NY 13036
5. The Naples Grape Festival - Naples
A September tradition that kicks off the fall season with a ton of flavor, the popular Naples Grape Festival will be happening this year on September 23rd and 24th! The festival has been happening since the early 1960s, drawing in visitors from all over with grape pies, wine, live music and local food vendors that are absolutely amazing. To find out more information, click here.
Where: 154 North Main Strret Naples, NY 14512
6. CNY Great Pumpkin Festival - Oswego
Another festival that has everything you need, the CNY Great Pumpkin Festival is taking place on September 30th and October 1st this year. The family-friendly festival will have locally made wine, craft beers, tasting tents, rides and crafts available to those who visit. The festival also attracts tons of visitors because on Saturday they showcase some of the largest pumpkins that you've ever seen! To find out more information, click here.
Where: 25 East Oneida Street Oswego, NY 13126
7. Chowder Fest - Troy
A one day only event that will give you a warm welcome to fall, the Troy ChowderFest is happening from 12PM to 4PM on October 8th. Free to all who are interesting in coming, the festival will give you the chance to taste incredible chowder from all over the region. To find out more information, click here.
Where: River Street Troy, NY 12180
8. Cider Festival at Fly Creek Cider Mill - Fly Creek
Held at the Fly Creek Cider Mill, the annual Cider Festival is back once again to fulfill all of our cider dreams. The festival is being held on October 7th and 8th where you can drink cider while being surrounded by a rustic setting and our fall colors. To find out more information, click here.
Where: 288 Goose Street Fly Creek, NY 13337
9. Festival of Grapes - Silver Creek
Another grape festival that's more than worth visiting, you'll have an amazing time at Silver Creek's Festival of Grapes. Happening September 15th, 16th and 17th, the beloved festival has been going on in town every year since the late 1960s. The festival has grape stomping, wine tasting, parades and other grape-themed activities that will bring a smile to your face. To find out more information, click here.
Where: P.O. Box 345 Silver Creek, New York, NY 14136
10. The Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze - Croton-On-Hudson
One of the most spectacular events you'll have the opportunity of experiencing during the fall, The Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze at the Van Cortlandt Manor is like visiting another pumpkin-filled planet. Turning pumpkins into magical displays and exciting creations, the even is taking place this year on select dates from September 29th through October 25th. To find out more information, click here.
Where: 525 S Riverside Avenue Croton-On-Hudson, NY 10520
11. Fall Harvest Celebration at Critz Farms - Cazenovia
A harvest festival that you'll get plenty of opportunities to experience, Critz Farms is hosting their annual Fall Harvest Celebration every weekend between September 16th and October 22nd! Each weekend you'll be able to find the farm's outstanding corn maze open for you to explore, fresh fall treats, rides and tons of other seasonal activities. To find out more information, click here.
Where: 3232 Rippleton Road Cazenovia, NY 13035
12. Apple & Wine Festival - Altamont
Running for 25 years now, the Apple & Wine Festival held at the Altamont Fairgrounds has activities to keep everyone in your family entertained. Adults can enjoy delicious wine tastings and live music while kids can experience face painting, pumpkin painting, haunted houses and a petting zoo. To find out more information, click here.
Where: 129 Grand Street (Gate #2) Altamont, NY 12110
13. Lafayette Apple Festival - LaFayette
Celebrating 45 years, the LaFayette Apple Festival will be gracing the town on October 7th and 8th this year. The festival features an apple pancake breakfast each morning that begins at 7AM, with other events happening throughout the days like fun contests and vendors from all over the area. To find out more information, click here.
Where: 5330 Rowland Road LaFayette, NY 13084
What's your favorite festival to visit once fall rolls around? To discover more delightful day trips, try checking out These 9 Charming Cider Mills In New York That Will Have You Longing For Fall!
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