Fall is right around the corner and it's one of the best times to be a Pennsylvania resident. The leaves change, the air turns crisp, and fresh apple cider is everywhere! We've put together a list of all of the best fall festivals happening this year across the state, so you don't miss a single second of fun. From breathtaking fall foliage train rides to pumpkin picking and corn mazes, there is something for fall lovers of all ages.

September Events

1. Shady Brook Fall Fest (Weekends from Sept. 8-Oct. 29) - Yardley

Fun for all ages! Enjoy a corn maze, pumpkin patch, live music, Halloween light show, and more! Read more about the year-round events at Shady Brook Farm here

Learn more: Shady Brook Fall Fest

2. "Back to the Grind" Fall Festival (Sept. 9) - Wilkes-Barre

Stroll through a Fall Market, enjoy live music and delicious food, and participate in the city-wide scavenger hunt!

Learn more: Back to the Grind Fall Festival

3. Milton Harvest Festival (Sept. 9-16) - Milton

A long-standing tradition in Milton, this festival boasts a pet parade, bike race, model train museum, and arts and crafts!

Learn more: Milton Harvest Festival

4. Market of the Macabre (Sept. 9) - Philadelphia

This spooky craft market showcases antiques, oddities, and gothic art. Enjoy food trucks and live entertainment while you shop!

Learn more: Market of the Macabre

5. Peddler's Village Scarecrow Festival (Sept. 11-Oct. 29) - New Hope

See over 100 hand-made scarecrows displayed throughout the village and vote for your favorite one! Enjoy festive food and drink from local vendors. Read more about this 44-year-old tradition here.

Learn more: Peddler's Village

6. Back to the Graveyard (Sept. 15-17) - Jellystone Park in Harrisville

This is one of seven Halloween-themed weekends at Jellystone. This particular weekend includes zombie-themed fun for campers of all ages.

Learn more: Jellystone Park

7. Lancaster Liederkranz Oktoberfest (Sept. 15-17) - Manheim

Presented by the Alpenrose Schuhplattler Dancers, this is Lancaster's oldest traditional Oktoberfest!

Learn more: Lancaster Liederkranz

8. Green Tree Octoberfest (Sept. 16) - Pittsburgh

Enjoy rides, food, crafts vendors, fireworks, and live entertainment!

Learn more: Borough of Green Tree

9. Schaefferstown Fall Harvest and Early American Craft Show (Sept. 16-17) - Schaefferstown

Go back in time at this fall harvest festival and see what life was like in early America.

Learn more: Historic Shaefferstown, Inc.

10. Fall Harvest Festival (Sept. 16-Oct. 29) - Waterford

Enjoy a corn maze, game garden, animal exhibits, and more, plus view gorgeous fall foliage on this country farm.

Learn more: Port Farms Waterford

11. Halloween Nights at Eastern State Penitentiary (Select nights from Sept. 22-Nov. 11) - Philadelphia

Are you brave enough to visit a haunted house in one of the most haunted prisons in America? Enjoy scary fun, historic tours, themed bars, and live performances! You can read more about the terrifying history of the penitentiary here.

Learn more: Halloween Nights at Eastern State Penitentiary

12. New Cumberland Apple Festival (Sept. 30) - New Cumberland

Indulge in all things apple at this fall celebration! There will be face painting, crafts, local vendors, and even a pig roast!

Learn more: New Cumberland Apple Festival

13. Fright Fest and Delco's Arcade of Unearthly Delights (Sept. 30) - Media

Vendors, food trucks, raffles, and music during the day, followed by horror films at night!

Learn more: Media Arts Council

14. 70th Annual Autumn Leaf Festival (Sept. 30-Oct. 8) - Clarion

A long-standing tradition in Clarion, this festival includes food, entertainment, carnival rides, and a derby!

Learn more: Autumn Leaf Festival

15. Linvilla Apple Festival (Sept. 30) - Media

Calling all apple lovers! Pick your own apples, and enjoy tons of fall fun at Linvilla Orchards.

Learn more: Linvilla Orchards

October Events

16. Fall Foliage Rides (Oct. 1-15) - Titusville

Sit back and relax on this gorgeous train ride through the best fall foliage in PA!

Learn more: Oil Creek & Titusville Railroad

17. Applefest (Oct. 6-8) - Franklin

With over 300 vendors, a pie-eating contest, a 5k race, Classic Car Cruise, and more, it's not hard to see why this is touted as "the best three days of the year!"

Learn more: Franklin Applefest

18. Harvest Weekend at Dilworth Park (Oct. 6-8) - Philadelphia

Celebrate fall with live entertainment, tasty treats, a pumpkin carving demo, and a fall market with vendors from all over the tri-state area!

Learn more: Center City District

19. Oktoberfest Bethlehem (Oct. 6-8 and Oct. 13-15) - Bethlehem

A Lehigh Valley tradition celebrating German culture with food, beer, music, and even a dachshund race!

Learn more: Steel Stacks

20. Harvest Festival (Oct. 7) - Glen Rock

At Harvest Festival, you'll find shopping and local eats for the adults, as well as a bounce house, face painting, and more for the kids!

Learn more: The Markets at Shrewsbury

21. Pennsboro Pumpkin Fest (Oct. 7-8) - Enola

A "must-attend event for the Mid-State area" since 1998, Pumpkin Fest highlights include local artists, giveaways, food trucks, live entertainment, pony rides, a petting zoo, and so much more!

Learn more: East Pennsboro Township

22. Bedford Fall Foliage Festival (Oct. 7-8 & Oct. 14-15) - Bedford

Named one of the 22 best Fall Harvest Festivals by Oprah, enjoy over 400 vendors, live entertainment, and fun activities for kids. You can read more about this famous fall fest here.

Learn more: Bedford Fall Foliage Festival

23. Jim Thorpe Fall Foliage Festival (Weekends from Oct. 7-29) - Jim Thorpe

Marvel at the fall foliage on a scenic train ride, snack on delicious food, take a spooky ghost tour, and more at this celebration of all things Autumn! You can read more about this cozy Pocono Mountain town here.

Learn more: Jim Thorpe Fall Foliage Festival

24. October Makers Market (Oct. 8) - Jersey Shore

Enjoy artists, food trucks, local brews, and a live band at this pet-friendly festival!

Learn more: Up the Crick Wine & Antiques

25. PEANUTS The Great Pumpkin Patch Express (Weekends from Oct. 14-29) - Rockhill Furnace

Join Charlie Brown and Snoopy on a train ride to Sincere Pumpkin Patch, where you can pick the perfect pumpkin and more!

Learn more: East Broad Top Railroad

26. Shippensburg Pumpkin Festival (Oct. 20-22) - Shippensburg

This free event boasts pumpkin carving, music, hay rides, food trucks, and a costume contest.

Learn more: Shippensburg Pumpkin Festival

27. Boozy B's Annual Wizarding Weekend Festival (Oct. 20-22) - Wilkes-Barre

If you're a Harry Potter fan, you can't miss this weekend filled with themed food and drinks, Harry Potter movies, and fun for all ages!

Learn more: Visit PA

28. New Brighton Fall Festival (Oct. 21) - New Brighton

With over 150 vendors, scarecrow building, face painting, and live music, there is something for everyone at this fun fall fest!

Learn more: New Brighton PA

29. 5th Annual Fall Harvest Festival (Oct. 28-29) - Carlisle

Tons of shopping from local vendors, a kids' zone, and trick-or-treating make this event perfect for fall lovers of all ages!

Learn more: Fall Harvest Fest

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With so many options, you're bound to find something nearby. Although many of these festivals are worth traveling for! Which one will you attend?