When the leaves begin to turn and the air gets a little crisper, communities across the United States come alive with fall festivals. From harvest celebrations and pumpkin patches to craft fairs and live music, autumn offers endless ways to celebrate the season. Whether you’re craving small-town charm or a weekend filled with festive fun, these fall festivals are worth adding to your travel list. Keep reading to discover the best fall festivals across the country!
Carroll County, Maryland
Located in the rolling hills of Maryland, Carroll County is spectacular in the fall. When autumn arrives, the landscape comes alive with crisp air, colorful leaves, and plenty of reasons to celebrate. Whether you’re looking for local food, live music, seasonal activities, or simply a beautiful fall day outdoors, Carroll County is the perfect place to embrace the magic of autumn.
Sykesville Craft Beer Festival
What is better than a crisp craft beer on a crisp fall day? How about a sampling of over 60 craft beers? That is exactly what you can expect at the Sykesville Craft Beer Festival. This annual fall festival offers festivalgoers unlimited sampling of over 60 beers from a spectacular brewery line up. In addition to craft beer, visitors can also enjoy live music, food trucks, and artisan vendors.
Traditional Arts Festival
Fall is packed with ways to enjoy the best of small-town Maryland. A memorable way to soak in the magic of the season is at the Traditional Arts Festival. Notably, the festival will feature master craftsmen and artisans including Master Tinsmith Steve Delisle and Lathe Turner Doug Heck. Curious what a tinsmith and lathe turner are? The festival is a great place to find out!
This family-friendly event features plenty of fun for all ages including the following:
- Farmhouse tours
- Children’s activities
- Tractor wagon rides
- Food trucks
- Play areas
- Farmyard friends
- Vendor marketplace
- Live entertainment
We recommend arriving early and planning to stay for the whole day. The first 500 children will geta free pumpkin! It is the perfect way to kick off the season.
Carroll County offers an experience at every turn. Request your free print and downloadable Carroll County Visitors Guide today!
Luzerne County, Pennsylvania
Grab your sweater and get ready to experience autumn in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania! Luzerne County is breathtaking in the fall thanks to the beautiful mix of colorful foliage and festive community spirit. Nearly every weekend is full of fall events including craft fairs, pumpkin festivals, harvest celebrations, and live music.
37th Annual LCCC Alumni Craft Festival
One of the area’s favorite fall traditions is the Annual LCCC Alumni Craft Festival. For 37 years, the Luzerne County Community College has brought together over 100 crafters and artisans for a celebratory day of shopping, food, and family fun. This family-friendly event often includes a car cruise and trunk-or-treat for all to enjoy.
Let your travel guide lead you to Luzerne County. Request your free print and downloadable Luzerne County Visitors Guide today!
Missoula, Montana
Fall in Missoula, Montana is a season worth celebrating, with brilliant autumn colors and a full calendar of festive events. From harvest celebrations and community festivals to local food, live music, and family-friendly activities, Missoula offers plenty of ways to soak up the season.
Turner Farms Pumpkin Patch
Turner Farms is a small family run farm in Missoula committed to promoting local agriculture and local food. From the first moment you step on the property it is apparent that Turner Farms loves farming, food, and family!
During the weekends in October, Turner Farms hosts the Pumpkin Festival. This free and family-friendly event exemplifies its commitment to everyone being able to enjoy the magic of fall on thefarm without barriers. The Pumpkin Festival is full of of fun activities including the following:
- Live music
- Food trucks
- Face painting
- Pumpkin picking in the patch
- Farm store
- Fall Shop with seasonal goodies
- Old tractors for kids to sit on and explore
- Beautiful photo ops
- Pumpkin wall
- Plenty of space to relax
Missoula Fall Fest
Where can you find 20 acres of family fun? The Missoula Fall Fest!
Held at Grass Valley Farms, the Missoula Fall Fest runs for seven weekends through November. The event is 100% locally owned. Highlights of the Missoula Fall Fest include:
- Three-level corn maze
- Petting zoo
- Photo ops
- Barrel train
- Kids hay maze
- Giant hay slide
- Character hay rides
- Oversized games
- Pumpkin patches
Festivals bring families and friends together to celebrate the beauty of the changing season. Ready to celebrate in Missoula? Request your free print and downloadable Missoula Area Visitor Guide today!
Orleans County, New York
Orleans County, New York brings all the fall feelings with crisp country air, colorful foliage, and celebrations. This picturesque, year-round fishing destination has no shortage of fun, fall festivals. Grab a sweater, rod, and reel, and get ready to discover the fall festivals that make Orleans County an amazing autumn getaway.
Shakesbeer Steampunk Festival
Do you love Shakespeare? Do you love beer? Then you will love the Shakesbeer Steampunk Festival!
The Shakesbeer Steampunk Festival is a one-day immersive event where visitors are encouraged to dress up in costumes. The event is catered to Shakespeare and steampunk enthusiasts. What can you expect on the day of the event? Plenty of the following:
- Artisan and food vendors
- Live performances
- Specialty drinks
- Costume competitions
- Interactive activities
- Tea duelling
Fall Fishing at St. Mary’s Archers Club
Orleans County is known for its fishing, especially its year-round cold-water trout and salmon species. The county also stands out thanks to its full-service marinas and well stocked tackle shops. Public access to fishing areas can vary throughout the year. A highlight of the fall is fishing at St. Mary’s Archers Club. From October 9 through November 8, the Archer’s Club public access on the Oak Orchard River is open for fishing.
Are you ready to start planning your fishing adventure in Orleans County? Request your free print and downloadable Orleans County Sportfishing Guide!
Warren County, Ohio
Fall in Warren County, Ohio brings communities together in festive style. Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or looking for a fun day full of tasty food, Warren County’s fall festivals are a great way to enjoy the season!
Ohio Renaissance Festival
Hear ye, Hear ye!
All those seeking to immerse themselves in a world of fantasy and history should venture to thisyear’s Ohio Renaissance Festival!
The Ohio Renaissance Festival runs for nearly two months and offers the full experience of a 16th century English village. Visitors can attend festivities that include jousting tournaments, Renaissance musicians, the Cincinnati Barbarians, Theatre In The Ground (aka The Mudde Show), and the Kamikaze Fireflies.
Visitors are encouraged to dress up. During the month of October, theme weekends include the following:
- Viking Weekend
- Time Travelers Weekend
- Romance Weekend
- Myths & Monsters Weekend
- Heroes and Villains Weekend
Ohio Sauerkraut Festival
Every year, the Ohio Sauerkraut Festival serves approximately 7 tons of sauerkraut to more than 350,000 visitors. In addition to sauerkraut, visitors can sample food from 30 different food booths and browse goods from more than 450 different craft booths. The festival is a way for the community and visitors to come together to support the area. The event serves as a major fundraiser for local nonprofits and charitable organizations.
There’s so much to see and do when you explore Ohio’s Largest Playground! Now is the time to request your free print and downloadable Warren County Ohio Visitors Guide.
Which Fall Festival Is for You?
From colorful harvest celebrations and pumpkin festivals to Renaissance and food fairs, fall festivals offer a wonderful way to experience the personality of communities across the United States. With beautiful scenery and plenty of festive fun, there’s no better time to get out and explore.
Ready to plan your next fall getaway? Check out all of our free print and downloadable travel guides!