As the leaves turn golden and the air grows crisp, Connecticut comes alive with a variety of harvest and pumpkin festivals. These events offer a perfect opportunity to embrace the fall season with family and friends. Here's a roundup of some must-visit festivals across the state in October, starting in Fairfield County and extending throughout Connecticut.
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Southington Apple Harvest Festival
Weekends, October 4-13, 2024 | Cost: Free Gather around the Southington Town Green for this family-oriented event that draws an estimated 100,000 visitors annually. Enjoy apple-themed treats, local crafts, and community spirit.
Harwinton Fair
Friday, Oct. 4 - Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024 A quintessential country fair featuring rides, amusements, food vendors, and live entertainment. Don't miss the draft horse displays, wood chopping competitions, performing dogs, and magic shows.
Portland Agricultural Fair
October 4 - 6, 2024 Experience the best of rural Connecticut with rides, games, animal exhibits, a truck pull, talent show, live music, and handmade crafts.
Fall Festival at Earthplace, Westport
October 6, 2024 Perfect for nature lovers, this Fairfield County festival offers a climbing wall, corn pool, apple slingshot, animal encounters, and more. Food trucks will be on site to keep you fueled for exploration.
The Auerfarm Fall Festival, Bloomfield
October 6, 2024 Celebrate the season with live music, fall flavors, and seasonal activities. Last year's event attracted over 2,000 attendees, so expect a lively atmosphere.
New Canaan Nature Center Fall Fair
October 11-13, 2024 | Cost: Free Join the 54th Annual Fall Fair in Fairfield County for three days of traditional family fun in a beautiful natural setting.
Riverton Fair
October 11 - 13, 2024 A classic country fair featuring exhibits, animals, vendors, midway rides, music, and exciting wood chopping events.
Connecticut Garlic & Harvest Festival, Bethlehem
October 12 - 13, 2024 Garlic lovers rejoice! Enjoy cooking demonstrations, live music, garlic-themed foods, and stands selling fresh garlic and fall produce.
Glastonbury Apple Harvest Festival
October 18 - 20, 2024 | Cost: Free This free event offers amusement rides, food trucks, live music, an expanded Harvest Pub, and a 5k Road Race on Sunday.
Putnam's Great Pumpkin Festival
October 19, 2024 | Cost: Free Celebrate all things pumpkin with arts and crafts vendors, music, specialty boutiques, food & drink specials, and train rides.
Mystic Apple Festival at Olde Mistick Village
October 19, 2024 | Cost: Free Embrace autumn at this free festival celebrating everything fall-related in the charming setting of Olde Mistick Village.
Ivoryton Village Pumpkin Festival, Essex
October 26, 2024 | Cost: Free Join the pumpkin carving party from 10am to noon, wear your favorite costume, and be part of an event that attracts over 1,500 visitors.
Mohawk Mountain Fall Festival, Cornwall
October 26 - 27, 2024 | Cost: Free Round out the month with hay rides, pumpkin painting, food trucks, inflatables, and a Makers Market at this scenic mountain location.
Remember to check the official websites or social media pages of these events for the most up-to-date information on schedules, activities, and any potential changes. Embrace the fall spirit and create lasting memories at Connecticut's wonderful harvest and pumpkin festivals, from Fairfield County to the far corners of the state!
