Catch the festive fever at fun fairs and festivals happening all season long. As the leaves begin to change and cooler weather sets in, NEPA comes alive with an array of events celebrating the autumn season. From bustling county fairs to light-hearted apple festivals, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Whether you’re looking to indulge in delicious local cuisine, pick the biggest pumpkin in the patch, or simply show support for your communities, use this list to discover awesome events happening across the region. Gather your friends and family and get ready to make unforgettable memories at these must-visit fall celebrations in NEPA.
Every Thur-Sun until Nov. 3 – Scott Twp., PA
Come hand pick dozens of varieties of crisp, delicious Apples straight from the trees at Lakeland Orchard & Cidery. The Apple Harvest Festival is their biggest celebration of the year.
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Sept. 20-28 – Bloomsburg, PA
Join in on the fun at the largest agricultural fair in Pennsylvania. This event runs for 9 days and features endless family fun with rides, music, food and more.
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Sept. 28-Oct.27 – Lehighton, PA
Enjoy hayrides, a fun house, and so much more at this huge Pumpkin Festival in NEPA. There’s activities for everyone in the family to enjoy!
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Sept. 28 & 29 – Palmerton, PA
Don’t miss Blue Mountain’s annual Oktoberfest. Celebrate this tradition in style with live German music, a Biergarten, Hayrides, a wide-spread of Bavarian-style food and more.
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Fri-Sun from Oct. 4-Nov. 3 – North Abington Twp., PA
Enjoy magical shows, bubbles in the bubble patch, the corn maze, and friendly farm animals! The Pumpkin Harvest Festival has been a family and friends tradition at Roba Family Farms for over 30 years.
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Oct. 4-6 – Wilkes-Barre, PA
Come explore downtown Wilkes-Barre, connect with local businesses, and celebrate the fall season. Hosted by Abide Coffeehouse, look forward to live music all weekend, games, vendors, prizes, and a city wide scavenger hunt!
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Oct. 5 – East Stroudsburg, PA
Don’t miss the 5th annual Pickle Me Poconos Festival. This festival will feature and highlight all things pickle! Try specialty foods such as pickle soda, pickle mac and cheese, pickle ice cream, pickle burgers and so much more.
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Oct. 5 – Dickson City, PA
The NEPA Horror Fest is back with on Saturday, October 5, 2024. Short and feature horror films, live music, food trucks, and more. You won’t want to miss the Scranton Punk Rock Flea Market and snag some official event merch.
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Oct. 5 – Scranton, PA
For the 9th year, the Fall Wine Festival graces the grounds of Montage Mountain. Come enjoy seasons changing, leaves turning, and glasses of your favorite reds, whites, sparkling, fruit, and rose wines!
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Oct. 5-6 – East Stroudsburg, PA
Join Shawnee Mountain for the two-day event includes fun for the whole family with live music, kid-friendly activities, crafters and arts vendors, and different food and beverage vendors.
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Oct. 5 & 6, 12 & 13, 19 & 20 – Jim Thorpe, PA
The Festival includes craft vendors, food vendors, live music throughout the downtown. Don’t miss fall specials from local restaurants and merchants, trolley rides around town, ghost tours at the Old Jail, tours of the Asa Packer Mansion and St. Mark’s & St. John’s Episcopal Church!
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Oct. 12 & 13 – Union Dale, PA
Get ready for live entertainment, scenic chair lift rides, mountain bike rides, arts and craft exhibits, hay rides, festive food and drinks, and so much more. Elk Mountain is kicking off the autumn season with tons of fun for the whole family!
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Oct. 12-13 – Honesdale, PA
Make your way to downtown Honesdale for an unforgettable weekend with hayrides, pumpkin painting, wood carvings, and more! Main Street comes alive with talented vendors and artisans, and show off your skills in the Corn Shucking Contest.
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Oct. 13 – Newfoundland, PA
Celebrate the season at Pocono Mountain Maple! This festive day is packed with fall-themed activities, delicious maple treats, and opportunities for the whole family to explore and enjoy their beautiful property.
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Oct. 19-20 – Wapwallopen, PA
It’s time for fresh apples, pears, cider, and pie! Join Heller Orchards for their 36th annual Apple Festival. Look forward to tons of juicy fruit, local products, live entertainment and more at this 2 day event.
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Explore our expansive events calendar for more festive things to do this season.
