Fall marks the end of summer and usually a noticeable change in the temperature. According to the Old Farmer’s Almanac, the first day of fall is today exactly at 10:29 p.m.
Many people look forward to this season because there’s so many fun activities to do outdoors. From the leaves changing on the trees to sharing some candy with the kids, fall really is a delightful time of year. In order to help ring in the new season, many places in the U.S. have some sort of festival or fair to attend.
Harvest Fairs and Festivals In The U.S.
Sonoma County Harvest Fair, October 3-5
This year marks the 40th anniversary of the Sonoma County Harvest Fair. Attendees can taste wine from over 150 different wineries. There will also be a World Championship Grape Stomp, Wine Country Marketplace, seminars, workshops and demonstrations. Entry is free with a donated food item.
World Championship Punkin’ Chunkin’, October 24-26
If you’ve ever wondered what to do with leftover pumpkins that you don’t want, well then we’ve got the festival just for you! This 3 day festival takes place in Nassau, Delware. Over 100,000 attend the Punkin’ Chunkin’ each year to watch pumpkin, after pumpkin, hurled thousands of feet into the air. In addition to the pumpkins there will be cooking contests and a beauty pageant. Tickets cost $10 per person and children under 10 are free.
Harvest On The Harbor, October 22-25
Each year more than 5,000 people head on over to Portland, Maine to take part in Harvest On The Harbor. This event features some of the best food and wine that Maine has to offer. The lovely fall foliage is an added bonus to this event. Tickets range from $45.00 to $395.00. Visitors must be 21 or over to attend the Harvest On The Harbor.
National Apple Harvest Festival, October 4-5 and 11-12
When most of us think of fall, we think of apples. The National Apple Harvest Festival in Arendtsvill, Pennsylvania is celebrating all things apple during their 50th anniversary this year. There will be everything from apple bobbing, apple crafts and of course, apple food! Admission is $10 and kids under 12 are free.
What To Look Forward Too
If you can’t make it to a fall fair or festival. There are still some great things to look forward to in the fall, including:
-Sweaters
-Halloween
-Comfort Foods Like Chili And Soup
-Cooler Weather
-Pumpkin Spiced Lattes
-Season Premiers Of TV Shows
-Apple Cider
It’s time to put down those pool floaties and embrace the fall season! How do you like to celebrate fall? Whether you’d like to visit a festival or make a homemade stew, do something fun to celebrate the beginning of this festive season!
