Pumpkin Patches, Hayrides & Fall Festivals in Northeastern Pennsylvania
Fall in Northeastern Pennsylvania is all about crisp air, colorful leaves, and weekends packed with fall festivals and fall fairs. From the midway lights of the Bloomsburg Fair to the pumpkin patches at Brown Hill Farms and Roba Family Farms, every corner of NEPA has a reason to celebrate. You’ll find hayrides, corn mazes, apple picking, and family-friendly fun that make these traditions a must for the season.
Of course, the region’s fall festivals go beyond pumpkin picking and hayrides. Oktoberfests bring Bavarian music and brews to the Poconos, food truck fests serve up savory and sweet favorites, and quirky events like the Pickle Me Poconos Festival add a playful twist. Whether you’re exploring a small-town street fair, catching live music at a local pub, or raising a stein at a mountain resort, NEPA’s lineup of autumn festivities has something for everyone.
Use our local events calendar to plan your weekends and make the most of the festive fall season in NEPA. With so many options, there’s a fall festival or fall fair near you ready to help you celebrate autumn.
August 28 – November 2 | Scott Twp., PA
Apple Harvest Festival runs August 28 through November 2 at Lakeland Orchard & Cidery in Scott Twp. The event spotlights 20,000+ trees and dozens of pick-your-own varieties. Savor Apple King Slushes, warm apple dumplings, and live music on weekends. Check out our complete guide to the 2025 Lakeland season.
Sunday, September 14 | Dallas, PA
The 2025 Dallas Harvest Festival takes place Sunday, September 14 at Dallas High School in Dallas, bringing the community together with a big-tent slate of fall festivals fun. Expect 50+ food, retail, and craft vendors, live stage entertainment, children’s activities, youth shows, and touch-a-truck with Back Mountain first responders.
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September 19 – 27 | Bloomsburg, PA
The Bloomsburg Fair runs September 19 through 27 at the Bloomsburg Fairgrounds in Bloomsburg, closing out late-summer fair season in grand style. After a preview day on September 19, explore nine days of concerts, rides, contests, animal exhibits, shopping, and classic fair food—one of NEPA’s largest fall festivals. Arrive early for morning livestock shows and stay into the evening for big-stage entertainment and midway lights.
September 27 – October 26 | Lehighton, PA
The Great Pocono Pumpkin Festival runs daily September 27 through October 26 at Country Junction in Lehighton, a month-long tradition in the region’s fall festivals. Weekends and Columbus Day bring unlimited access to carnival rides, the 3D Pumpkin Fun House, laser tag, pedal carts, hayrides, and more, while weekdays feature $5 hayrides only.
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September 27 – October 26 | Tunkhannock, PA
Pumpkin Fest runs from September 27 through October 26 at Brown Hill Farms in Tunkhannock, a weekend tradition among farm-style fall festivals. Pick pumpkins straight from the patch, wind through the corn maze, take hayrides, and snap family photos with peak foliage backdrops.
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September 27 – 28 | Palmerton, PA
Oktoberfest returns September 27 and 28 to Blue Mountain Resort in Palmerton with German music, hearty fare, and a festive Biergarten—an alpine nod within the region’s fall festivals. Ride haywagons to the pumpkin patch, try stein-hoisting, and let the kids loose on family activities.
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Sunday, September 28 | Hawley, PA
Oktoberfest takes over Wallenpaupack Brewing Company in Hawley on September 28 with oompah bands, Bavarian fare, and stein-hoisting contests. Don’t miss the noon Holzfass tapping and seasonal brews like Berliner Weisse at the Berliner Bar. Grab communal seating for The Schutzen-giggles Oompah Band from 12–4 PM and the Strictly Plutonic Duo 4–7 PM.
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October 1 – November 2 | North Abington Twp., PA
Pumpkin Harvest Festival runs October 1 through November 2 at Roba Family Farms in North Abington Twp., featuring pumpkins, live shows, and family attractions. Meet the Caped Crusader during the Villain Takeover, reserve a campfire, and explore the Mega Maze. Seasonal favorites like cider donuts, King Slushes, and pumpkin treats round out this fall festival tradition.
October 4–19 | Jim Thorpe, PA
The Jim Thorpe Fall Foliage Festival returns on weekends October 4 through the 19, filling Downtown Jim Thorpe with seasonal charm, live music, and colorful autumn scenery. Streets will be lined with craft vendors and food stands, while stages host free performances. Pair the festival with train rides through the Lehigh Gorge, local dining, and downtown shopping. Don’t forget to check out our complete guide to the Jim Thorpe Fall Foliage Festival.
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October 4–5 | East Stroudsburg, PA
The Pocono Food Truck Festival rolls in October 4 and 5 at Shawnee Mountain in East Stroudsburg, serving up one of the tastiest fall festivals in the Poconos. From 11:30 AM to 5:00 PM, graze your way through savory and sweet trucks, browse artisan vendors, and enjoy live music with mountain views.
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Saturday, October 4 | East Stroudsburg, PA
Attend the Pickle Me Poconos Festival on October 4 along Crystal Street in East Stroudsburg with a briny celebration tailor-made for quirky fall festivals lovers. Expect pickle-inspired foods, themed activities, and a bustling vendor scene—admission is free. Hunt down limited-edition pickle snacks and merch while you stroll the downtown blocks.
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Saturday, October 4 | Scranton, PA
The Fall Wine Festival returns October 4 to Montage Mountain Resorts in Scranton, celebrating its 10th year with tastings of reds, whites, rosé, sparkling, and fruit wines. Pair pours with food trucks, live music, and vendor browsing amid crisp mountain air for a sip-and-stroll entry in the season’s fall festivals.
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Sunday, October 5 | Scranton, PA
Honeybee & Harvest Day buzzes back October 5 at The Greenhouse Project in Nay Aug Park, Scranton, blending pollinator-themed fun with the traditions of NEPA’s fall festivals. Join the Honeybee Costume Parade at 12:15 PM, meet local beekeepers, and see an old-fashioned apple press in action alongside music and kids’ activities. Browse educational exhibits, grab local bites, and snap a photo with the Queen Bee.
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October 10 – November 1 | Gilbert, PA
The Electrifying Jack O’ Lantern Experience lights up Thursdays through Sundays, October 10 through November 1, at the West End Fairgrounds in Gilbert. Wander past thousands of hand-carved pumpkins from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Warm up by firepits, sample seasonal food trucks, and adults can visit The Happy Jack Lounge for wine, beer, and a signature cocktail.
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October 11–12 | Stroudsburg, PA
Harvest Festival returns October 11 and 12 to Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm in Stroudsburg, where 1800s heritage comes alive. Watch candle dipping, scrapple making, spinning, weaving, leatherworking, and more while folk music sets the tone.
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Saturday, October 11 | Honesdale, PA
Harvest & Heritage Day fills Downtown Honesdale on October 11 with vendors, artisans, hayrides, and seasonal fun along Main Street—an autumn favorite among fall festivals. Families can enjoy pumpkin painting, live wood carving, and festive downtown dining while browsing local shops.
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Saturday, October 11 | Bear Creek Township, PA
Fallfest 2025 returns October 11 at Bear Creek Community Charter School in Bear Creek Township with live music from M80! and The Clews Brothers, plus a full afternoon of free, family-friendly fun for fall festival fans. Kids can enjoy balloon twisting, a petting zoo, bounce houses, crafts, candy bar bingo, and creation stations.
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Saturday & Sunday, October 18–19 | Wapwallopen, PA
The 37th Annual Heller Orchards Apple Festival takes place October 18 and 19 at Heller Orchards in Wapwallopen. Browse more than 100 vendors offering crafts, food, wine, beer, baked goods, and demonstrations while enjoying the orchard’s scenic setting. Don’t miss the farm market and central fruit stand, stocked with fresh-picked apples, baked treats, and seasonal produce to take home.
October 3-26 | Elysburg, PA
Hallo-Fun Weekends transform Knoebels Amusement Resort in Elysburg on select October weekends with festive décor, themed rides, and seasonal menus—a classic amusement-park pick among fall festivals. Ride highlights include Haunted Antique Cars, the Pioneer Train Halloween Express, and plenty of kid-friendly thrills across 50+ attractions.
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October 24 – November 2 | North Abington Twp., PA
Halloween on the Farm begings October 24 through November 2 at Roba Family Farms in North Abington Twp., Enjoy costume contests on the Great Pumpkin Stage, farm-wide trick-or-treating, the Sister’s Spell-tacular Show, and a Halloween parade with the Candy Cannon finale. Check out our complete guide to the 2025 Roba season.
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Find Fall Fun In NEPA
NEPA is packed with autumn traditions big and small, and this list is just the start. Visit our events calendar for even more local fairs, seasonal celebrations, and family-friendly happenings to make the most of fall.
Article updated from its original version published on 9/19/2024
