{"id":324766,"date":"2026-08-19T08:26:13","date_gmt":"2026-08-19T08:26:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/324766\/"},"modified":"2026-08-19T08:26:13","modified_gmt":"2026-08-19T08:26:13","slug":"all-your-fall-weekends-planned-in-new-york-state","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/324766\/","title":{"rendered":"All Your Fall Weekends Planned in New York State"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&#13;<br \/>\n\t&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">If you\u2019re looking to plan a weekend fall getaway to New York State, we\u2019ve got countless ideas to help you get started. Our suggestions run the entire season of autumn and will bring you to just about every region in New York State. You can go <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/things-to-do\/amusements\/pumpkin-patches-in-new-york-state\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">pumpkin<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/blog\/post\/best-places-for-apple-picking-in-new-york-state\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">apple picking<\/a>, attend <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/blog\/post\/new-yorks-best-fall-festivals\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">festivals,<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/things-to-do\/fall\/halloween\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Halloween<\/a> and other holiday events, enjoy a tasting at a winery, brewery or cidery, or simply admire the beauty of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/things-to-do\/fall\/foliage-report\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">fall foliage<\/a> at many nature spots through New York State. Here are our tips for fall weekend trips in New York.\u00a0Credit: <a data-sv-linklookup-id=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/rts2346_ru\/\" data-sv-linklookup-type=\"plugins_nav_external_link\" data-sv-targetauto=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/rts2346_ru\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">@rts2346_ru<\/a> on Instagram<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Updated 08\/18\/2026 | Originally published 09\/09\/2022<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">JUMP TO:\u00a0<a data-sv-linklookup-id=\"#thousandislands\" data-sv-linklookup-type=\"plugins_nav_external_link\" data-sv-targetauto=\"true\" href=\"#thousandislands\" target=\"_self\">Thousand Islands-Seaway<\/a> |\u00a0<a data-sv-linklookup-id=\"#central\" data-sv-linklookup-type=\"plugins_nav_external_link\" data-sv-targetauto=\"true\" href=\"#central\" target=\"_self\">Central New York<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0<a data-sv-linklookup-id=\"#capitalsaratoga\" data-sv-linklookup-type=\"plugins_nav_external_link\" data-sv-targetauto=\"true\" href=\"#capitalsaratoga\" target=\"_self\">Capital-Saratoga<\/a> |\u00a0<a data-sv-linklookup-id=\"#niagarafalls\" data-sv-linklookup-type=\"plugins_nav_external_link\" data-sv-targetauto=\"true\" href=\"#niagarafalls\" target=\"_self\">Greater Niagara<\/a> |\u00a0<a data-sv-linklookup-id=\"#fingerlakes\" data-sv-linklookup-type=\"plugins_nav_external_link\" data-sv-targetauto=\"true\" href=\"#fingerlakes\" target=\"_self\">Finger Lakes<\/a> |\u00a0<a data-sv-linklookup-id=\"#adirondacks\" data-sv-linklookup-type=\"plugins_nav_external_link\" data-sv-targetauto=\"true\" href=\"#adirondacks\" target=\"_self\">Adirondacks<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0<a data-sv-linklookup-id=\"#catskills\" data-sv-linklookup-type=\"plugins_nav_external_link\" data-sv-targetauto=\"true\" href=\"#catskills\" target=\"_self\">Catskills<\/a> |\u00a0<a data-sv-linklookup-id=\"#lockport\" data-sv-linklookup-type=\"plugins_nav_external_link\" data-sv-targetauto=\"true\" href=\"#lockport\" target=\"_self\">More in Greater Niagara<\/a> |\u00a0<a data-sv-linklookup-id=\"#hudsonvalley\" data-sv-linklookup-type=\"plugins_nav_external_link\" data-sv-targetauto=\"true\" href=\"#hudsonvalley\" target=\"_self\">Hudson Valley <\/a> |\u00a0<a data-sv-linklookup-id=\"#chautauquaallegheny\" data-sv-linklookup-type=\"plugins_nav_external_link\" data-sv-targetauto=\"true\" href=\"#chautauquaallegheny\" target=\"_self\">Chautauqua-Allegheny<\/a> |\u00a0<a data-sv-linklookup-id=\"#longisland\" data-sv-linklookup-type=\"plugins_nav_external_link\" data-sv-targetauto=\"true\" href=\"#longisland\" target=\"_self\">Long Island<\/a> |\u00a0<a data-sv-linklookup-id=\"#nyc\" data-sv-linklookup-type=\"plugins_nav_external_link\" data-sv-targetauto=\"true\" href=\"#nyc\" target=\"_self\">New York City<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<a id=\"thousandislands\" name=\"thousandislands\"\/>Castles and Quaint Villages, September 5-6, Thousand Islands-Seaway &#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Trees resplendent in fall foliage surround Boldt Castle\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_631b3b58515ed023fe1e2977\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/visit1000islands_Instagram_2829_ig_17996783032266735_6cc63644-226f-4df8-9eb3-9ba9eb55700f.jpg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/>Credit: <a data-sv-linklookup-id=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/visit1000islands\/\" data-sv-linklookup-type=\"plugins_nav_external_link\" data-sv-targetauto=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/visit1000islands\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">@visit1000islands<\/a> on Instagram&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Take an outing on the St. Lawrence Seaway to visit two architectural marvels\u2014only accessible by boat\u2014before they close down for the year. Cruise over to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/boldt-castle\/1416\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Boldt Castle<\/a> (pictured) on Heart Island through October 12 to learn the heartbreaking story behind this magnificent structure and scope out antique wooden boats, including some from the original Boldt fleet, displayed at the castle\u2019s Yacht House on Wellesley Island, where tours are also available.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Frederick Gilbert Bourne, president of the Singer Sewing Company, called <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/singer-castle-on-dark-island\/200\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Singer Castle<\/a> on Dark Island home and you can explore its luxurious interior furnishings, medieval entranceway, and secret passageway through October 18.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"A blue sign arching over the street that reads &quot;welcome to Alexandria Bay, The heart of the 1000 Islands&quot;\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_66ba0f778a8c8d22595bee83\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/IMG_6087_copy_60225df9-3e1a-470f-9724-86a6adc0a608.jpg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/>Credit: Emma Frisbie&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">The charming village of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/blog\/post\/48-hours-in-alexandria-bay\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Alexandria Bay<\/a>, considered to be the heart of the Thousand Islands, is chock full of restaurants and shops for a perfect fall day out on the town. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluanchoralexbay.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Blu Anchor<\/a> touts waterside views with classic American breakfast, lunch, and dinner options. <a href=\"https:\/\/riveredge.com\/dining\/windows-on-the-bay\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Windows on the Bay<\/a> at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/riveredge-resort\/4867\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Riveredge Resort<\/a> offers amazing bay views from three sides and a casual dining atmosphere, while <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/wolfekountrykottage\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Wolfes Kountry Kottage<\/a> is a hot breakfast spot as crowds come in for their well-sized meal portions. As for shopping, <a href=\"https:\/\/gooddogcharlies.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Good Dog Charlie<\/a>\u2019s is the place to go for Thousand Islands apparel and souvenirs.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">For classic fall fun, head about 40 miles south on over to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/old-mcdonalds-farm-village\/2968\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Old McDonald\u2019s Farm<\/a> in Sackets Harbor for their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oldmcdonaldhasafarm.com\/fall-on-the-farm\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">\u201cFall on the Farm\u201d<\/a> season through Halloween, complete with pumpkin picking, two corn mazes (opens September 12), and warm homemade cider donuts. Plus, the farm is celebrating 40 years in 2026 with a commemorative corn maze.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<a id=\"central\" name=\"central\"\/>Small Town Charm and Home Runs in Cooperstown, September 12-13, Central New York&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"exterior of a white country house surrounded by trees with fall colors\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_6a8467b69732c453d8eae07b\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/CL_F2008_2190_8b0efd96dc7d0ff_8b0efeb9_ba47_31a8_69dd667467542a44_74af198b-a367-4f6c-a752-2d169a9f37.jpeg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Those looking for small town charm, stunning natural beauty, and baseball galore, should spend a fall weekend in Cooperstown. Baseball enthusiasts and casual fans will have a ball exploring the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/national-baseball-hall-of-fame-%26-museum\/2848\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum<\/a>, home to three floors of exhibit space dedicated to baseball history alongside Hall of Fame members bronze plaques. After hitting the museum, soak up the local vibes on the village\u2019s main street lined with restaurants, cafes, cute shops, and more.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"A picture of a dad showing his kids the Baseball Hall of Fame\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_5e305c1624f9731553e2fe6a\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Untitled_design_2020_01_23T091704_218_d794370a-e0e8-4846-8bf7-f0b5a088a382.png\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/><\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Travel back to New York State circa 1845 at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/fenimore-farm-and-country-village\/1993\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Fenimore Farm and Country Village<\/a>. As one of the oldest living history museums in the country, you\u2019ll get to experience village life, historic exhibits, craft demonstrations, and hands-on activities like weaving. From September 12-13, celebrate the bounty of fall during <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fenimorefarm.org\/event\/harvest-festival-2\/2026-09-13\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Harvest Festival <\/a>with two days of vendors, crafts, food, live music, animals, games and more!<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<a id=\"capitalsaratoga\" name=\"capitalsaratoga\"\/>Experience History, Nature, and Haunted Ghost Tours, September 19-20, Capital-Saratoga&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Creepy statues seen at nighttime on a haunted tour of Saratoga Springs\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_631b3cb8515ed023fe1e2aaf\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/haunted_saratoga_ghost_tour_hauntedhistorytrailofnys_Instagram_618x348_a190994d-b0e1-4fe7-96da-db29a.jpeg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nCredit: <a data-sv-linklookup-id=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/hauntedhistorytrailofnys\/\" data-sv-linklookup-type=\"plugins_nav_external_link\" data-sv-targetauto=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/hauntedhistorytrailofnys\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">@hauntedhistorytrailofnys<\/a> on Instagram&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">History buffs and nature enthusiasts alike will find plenty of fall adventure in the Capital-Saratoga region. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/saratoga-national-historical-park-(saratoga-battlefield)\/3327\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Saratoga National Historical Park<\/a> is a must-visit during America 250 and teaches a significant moment in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/things-to-do\/path-through-history\/themes\/revolutionary-war\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">American Revolutionary War<\/a> and is also the site of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/general-philip-schuyler-house\/2122\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Schuyler House<\/a>, which once belonged to the father of Angelica, Eliza, and Peggy Schuyler who became household names in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/blog\/post\/a-locals-guide-to-broadway-what-to-see-where-to-eat-and-things-to-do\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Broadway <\/a>musical, Hamilton. The park is also holding a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discoversaratoga.org\/event\/september-encampment\/5841\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">September Encampment <\/a>event, where you can watch soldier reenactors perform military exercises (including firing muskets) while followers and soldiers sew and cook provisions.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"A couple hugging as they lookout at mountains decorated in fall foliage\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_65ba8e17276652160b23e472\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/thacher_f239fa5c-46f4-4d7a-86a4-a5e1c89f6377.jpg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/><\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Not only can you snag panoramic views of the Hudson-Mohawk valleys and the Adirondack and Green mountains, but <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/john-boyd-thacher-state-park\/3578\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">John Boyd Thacher State Park<\/a> (pictured) in Voorheesville also has a visitor center with geological and historical exhibits, a nature center, and a thrilling <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/wildplay-elements-parks\/126832\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">adventure course<\/a> that\u2019s open through October 25. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/congress-park\/32681\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Congress Park<\/a> in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/blog\/post\/48-hours-in-saratoga-springs\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Saratoga Springs <\/a>makes for the perfect backdrop for a picnic spot while <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/saratoga-spa-state-park\/3335\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Saratoga Spa State Park<\/a> contains a variety of trails and loops for hiking, cycling or a short drive-thru to bask in the season. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.alltrails.com\/trail\/us\/new-york\/hadley-mountain-trail\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Hadley Mountain<\/a> has an open summit with a fire tower that both provide beautiful overhead views.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Courtesy of Susan Meyer\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_59cea60f81b18d15075eba51\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/8cb982e3_66a9_4302_8043_0028293380cf_633febe0-297b-41f5-909c-cf18786789ea.jpg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/>Courtesy of Susan Meyer&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Cider lovers should check out New York\u2019s first farm cidery, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/nine-pin-ciderworks\/25428\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Nine Pin Cider Works<\/a>, and the family-friendly orchard, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/saratoga-apple\/28324\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Saratoga Apple<\/a>. Head to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/ellms-family-farm\/69216\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Ellms Family Farm<\/a> (pictured) in Ballston Spa for their corn maze, pumpkin patch, kiddie train rides, and multiple action zones, or cap off a day of apple picking with a refreshing cider slushy at the 98-acre <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/bowman-orchards\/28552\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Bowman Orchards<\/a> in Rexford. For those looking to get into the Halloween spirit, venture out into the night with <a href=\"http:\/\/hauntedsaratogatours.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Haunted Saratoga Ghost Tours<\/a> (pictured) through November 7.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<a id=\"niagarafalls\" name=\"niagarafalls\"\/>Feel the Mist and Fall Air at Niagara Falls, September 26-27, Greater Niagara&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Water rushing down Niagara Falls and mist rising back up with orange, yellow and green trees in the distance\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_614ca441a780351d07ea0964\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/GN_NiagaraFalls_Fall_GettyImages_171587080_618x348_0d34cdc1-b382-4c49-a466-2c39ca9cea3e.jpg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nCredit: Getty Images&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/niagara-falls-state-park\/14731\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Niagara Falls State Park<\/a> (pictured) can have some breathtaking fall foliage, as trees turn shades of red and gold amid views of the American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls and Horseshoe Falls. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/cave-of-the-winds-%26-the-world-changed-here-pavilion\/11884\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Cave of the Winds<\/a> gets even closer to the water with an elevator ride down to Niagara Gorge and then a walk along a set of wooden railways to the \u201cHurricane Deck\u201d viewing platform while <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/maid-of-the-mist-boat-tour\/2673\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">The Maid of The Mist<\/a>\u2019s iconic catamarans bring you close enough to feel the mist as you wear their famous blue poncho.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Discover more unique experiences with a walk amid the history of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/old-fort-niagara\/2964\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Old Fort Niagara<\/a>, which has been along the Niagara River for over 300 years and under the control of French, British and American military forces. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/aquarium-of-niagara\/1275\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Aquarium of Niagara<\/a> cares for seals and other marine animals, and is home to Humboldt Penguins and other aquatic life. Be sure to check out <a href=\"https:\/\/aquariumofniagara.org\/greatlakes360\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Great Lakes 360<\/a> to get to know the aquatic locals. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/niagara-power-vista-nypa-niagara-power-project\/2919\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Niagara Power Vista<\/a> in Lewiston teaches about hydroelectric power through virtual reality and hands-on experiments.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Arrowhead Spring Vineyards - Photo provided by Arrowhead Spring Vineyards for Niagara Wine Trail USA\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_5909240a8de7bf23617dce6d\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Foggy_Morning_web_6190a988-abb1-4174-9ce4-25218175d7a7.png\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/><\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Explore the flavors of the region along the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/niagara-wine-trail-usa\/32962\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">New York Niagara Wine Trail<\/a> which thrives thanks to a microclimate well suited for producing wines, meads, and ciders. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/becker-farms-%26-vizcarra-vineyards\/1357\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Becker Farms<\/a> in Gasport offers U-Pick apples and pumpkins, plus tours of Vizcarra Vineyards and the farms\u2019 brewery.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Get your fall fix and celebrate the harvest at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatpumpkinfarm.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">The Great Pumpkin Farm<\/a> (open September 19-October 31) in Clarence where you\u2019ll find rides, contests, apple cannons, a boo barn, and so many other attractions, plus the World Pumpkin Weigh-Off on October 3.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<a id=\"fingerlakes\" name=\"fingerlakes\"\/>Glass Making and Trail Hopping, October 3-4, Finger Lakes&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"A person conducts a glass-making demonstration at the Corning Museum of Glass\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_631b3f8d515ed023fe1e2bcd\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/corning_museum_of_glass_demo_vic_toriawrites_Instagram_618x348_8090fa30-516c-4b30-8f43-d0a1291ac621..jpeg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nCredit:<a data-sv-linklookup-id=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/vic_toriawrites\/\" data-sv-linklookup-type=\"plugins_nav_external_link\" data-sv-targetauto=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/vic_toriawrites\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">@vic_toriawrites<\/a> on Instagram&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Try your hand at glassmaking (or watch the pros do it) and bring home a unique souvenir to remember your trip at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/the-corning-museum-of-glass\/46004\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Corning Museum of Glass<\/a> (pictured). Along with this museum, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/blog\/post\/48-hours-in-corning-ny\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Corning<\/a>\u2019s downtown <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/cornings-gaffer-district\/44540\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Gaffer District<\/a> has a historic Main Street aligned with eateries, including <a href=\"https:\/\/careysbrewhouse.com\/index.php\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Carey\u2019s Brew House<\/a>, and galleries and shops.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/rockwell-museum\/44664\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Rockwell Museum<\/a> is a Smithsonian Affiliate showcasing the American experience through fine art and has a fun hands-on studio for kids just around the corner with activities inspired by the art and architecture of the museum.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Fluffy clouds hang above grassy fields and colorful fall trees along the Seneca Lake Wine Trail\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_631b4b30515ed023fe1e2fab\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/seneca_lake_wine_trail_senecalakewine_Instagram_618x348_4e189db8-d2ef-4911-adda-25a28b2b5b08.jpg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nCredit: <a data-sv-linklookup-id=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/senecalakewine\/\" data-sv-linklookup-type=\"plugins_nav_external_link\" data-sv-targetauto=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/senecalakewine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">@senecalakewine<\/a> on Instagram&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Sip your way through the <a data-sv-linklookup-id=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/seneca-lake-wine-trail\/210\/\" data-sv-linklookup-type=\"plugins_nav_external_link\" data-sv-targetauto=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/seneca-lake-wine-trail\/210\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Seneca Lake Wine Trail<\/a>, about a 35 minute drive outside of Corning. Be sure to explore popular stops like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/fox-run-vineyards\/2062\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Fox Run Vineyards<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/lakewoodvineyards.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Lakewood Vineyards<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/wagnervineyards.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Wagner Vineyards<\/a>. While you&#8217;re in the area you may also want to check out nature spots like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/watkins-glen-state-park\/3811\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Watkins Glen State Park<\/a>, with a nearly two-mile system of waterfalls and gorges.<br \/>&#13;\n<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<a id=\"adirondacks\" name=\"adirondacks\"\/>Take a Fall Cruise in Lake George, October 10-11, Adirondacks&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Steamboat Minne-Ha-Ha making its way across Lake George on a fall foliage cruise\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_631b3e6f515ed023fe1e2b7a\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/lake_george_steamboat_travellerari_Instagram_618x348_cf70e3c3-96ab-4c55-a222-3677bbd95216.jpg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nCredit: <a data-sv-linklookup-id=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/travellerari\/\" data-sv-linklookup-type=\"plugins_nav_external_link\" data-sv-targetauto=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/travellerari\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">@travellerari<\/a>\u00a0on Instagram&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Get a different view of fall foliage by going on a cruise with the over 200-year-old <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/lake-george-steamboat-company\/2543\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Lake George Steamboat Company<\/a> (pictured), which puts on specialty-themed sailings through the end of October 18.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">For hiking, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/prospect-mountain-hiking-trail\/10310\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Prospect Mountain<\/a> is a popular spot in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/blog\/post\/48-hours-in-lake-george\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Lake George<\/a>, with a modern-to-difficult 3.2 mile round trip route via an old cable railway that rewards hikers with lovely summit views. As an alternative, take the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/prospect-mountain-veterans-memorial-highway\/3147\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Prospect Mountain Veterans Memorial Highway<\/a>, a 5.5-mile winding road. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/natural-stone-bridge-and-caves-park\/2851\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Natural Stone Bridge &amp; Caves<\/a>, 30 minutes outside of Lake George, in Pottersville has self-guided tours of this geological wonder with a trail descending into lighted caves and grottos.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/hudson-pointe-nature-preserve\/14178\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Hudson Pointe Nature Preserve<\/a> in Queensbury traces along the banks of the Hudson with a 2.6-mile trail system. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/lake-george-land-conservancy-preserves-%26-trails\/9215\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Lake George Land Conservancy Preserves &amp; Trails<\/a> is a collective of passive use trails within the Lake George Watershed with varying routes and skill levels.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Adirondack Winery\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_590923e98de7bf23617dcd8d\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Adirondack_Winery_cropped_sunset_wine_glass_balloon_fest_2015_88c84414-153f-439d-ad88-8a7b9cde801e.j.jpeg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Explore history at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/fort-william-henry-museum\/2053\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Fort William Henry Museum<\/a>, a reconstructed British fort built amid the French and Indian War, and search for clues as you navigate your way through towering stalks of corn at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/fort-ticonderoga\/2050\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Fort Ticonderoga<\/a>&#8216;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fortticonderoga.org\/experience\/explore-adirondacks\/heroic-corn-maze\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">corn maze<\/a> through October 25.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/adirondack-winery\/125385\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Adirondack Winery<\/a> (pictured) has tasting rooms in Lake George and Queensbury; make a reservation for sampling their semi-sweet fruit-infused wines and traditional dry white and red varieties. For a special treat, <a href=\"https:\/\/lakegeorgeoktoberfest.com\/lake-george-octoberfest\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Lake George Village Oktoberfest<\/a> (October 9-11) turns Canada Street into a Bavarian-style street fair.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<a id=\"catskills\" name=\"catskills\"\/>Film Festival Screenings, Scenic Drives, and Cider Sipping, October 17-18, Catskills&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"A pink heart sculpture stands on the green lawn of the the Woodstock Playhouse as people line up to attend the Woodstock Film Festival\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_64da32b5e5e1614b642c0d13\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Woodstock_Playhouse_2022_Woodstock_Film_Festival_Photo_by_Dion_Ogust_1__d2937faf-94aa-47b2-90df-5725.jpeg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/>Credit: Dion Ogust\/Woodstock Film Festival&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Make your way to the Catskills for the 27th annual <a href=\"https:\/\/woodstockfilmfestival.org\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Woodstock Film Festival<\/a>, taking place from October 14-18. With the mountains as your backdrop, enjoy five days packed with acclaimed independent film screenings and premieres, conversations with top industry professionals, live performances, and more special events. The full lineup of events and tickets will be released mid-September on the <a href=\"https:\/\/woodstockfilmfestival.org\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Woodstock Film Festival website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"A white car drives down the Catskill Mountain Scenic Byway through fall foliage\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_6a846dcf9732c453d8eaf053\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/image8_a4f5b488-ddbf-41a3-bc18-9930705c41d7.jpg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/><\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">In between screenings, explore the charming town of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/blog\/post\/48-hours-in-woodstock\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Woodstock<\/a>, home to a vibrant arts scene, independent shops and art galleries, farm-to-table dining, and more. Seek out fall colors on stunning hiking trails like <a href=\"https:\/\/dec.ny.gov\/places\/overlook-mountain-wild-forest\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Overlook Mountain<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.alltrails.com\/trail\/us\/new-york\/woodstock\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">The Comeau Property Trail<\/a>. Want to go for a fall ride? Take a scenic drive along the 52-mile <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/catskill-mountains-scenic-byway\/124218\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Catskill Mountains Scenic Byway (Route 28)<\/a> through small Catskills towns and along rolling hills and waterways. Along the way treat yourself to a stop at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/phoenicia-diner\/81740\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Phoenicia Diner<\/a>, which has been a Catskills staple since the 1980s.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"interior of a rustic bar with yellow metal barstools, a metal bar top, and cider bottles lined up along the wall behind the bar\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_5909245a8de7bf23617dcf6d\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/IMG_4141_2__6fb57a07-2bd4-4a71-99eb-71f1369d85a8.jpg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/><\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Thanks to good soil conditions, apples harvested in The Catskills make for great hard cider and the perfect finish to a satisfying fall getaway. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/wayside-cider-tap-room\/123274\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Wayside Cider\u2019s<\/a> taproom (pictured) is housed in a restored barn with picnic tables outside that are perfect for indulging in the sharp and crisp flavors of small batch ciders blending wild and dessert apples as you take in views of the tree-covered hilltops. The wood pallet-lined walls of the taproom at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/awestruck-ciders\/127929\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Awestruck Ciders<\/a> is a cozy space to savor the unique releases of their ciders blending fresh-pressed apples with natural herbs and spices. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/catskills-beverage-trail\/130931\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Catskills Beverage Trail<\/a> also connects wineries and breweries if you\u2019re looking for more flavors of the region.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<a id=\"lockport\" name=\"lockport\"\/>Canalside Sights, Cider Mills, and Charming Downtowns, October 24-25, Greater Niagara&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Red apples hand from a tree at LynOaken Farms\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_631b447d515ed023fe1e2d88\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lynoaken_farms_crow_biz_Instagram_618x348_e38cbc36-fe03-433e-89c1-b0bf79991eab.jpg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/>Credit: @crow_biz on Instagram&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Though the air might be cooler, it\u2019s still a fine time to soak in the beauty of the historic <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/erie-canal-bicentennial\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Erie Canal<\/a>. Go for a stroll or bike ride on the Lockport to Middleport portion of the 360-mile <a href=\"https:\/\/empiretrail.ny.gov\/buffalo-rochester\/lockport-middleport\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Erie Canalway Trail<\/a>, where you\u2019ll pass by the dramatic Five Locks Park and scenic countryside and water views.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"two people interactive with an exhibit at the Erie Canal Discovery Center\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_68752cedfe622a4a0e0c8ca6\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/image5_2d768589-03d1-44bd-824d-fd29c7a5dd52.png\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/><\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Dive into even more canal history at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/erie-canal-discovery-center\/8865\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Erie Canal Discovery Center<\/a>, where you can check out exhibits about the creation of the canal and locks in the 19th Century.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Cider slushies and donuts are all the rage at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smithsorchard.com\/index.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Smith\u2019s Orchard Cider Mill<\/a> in Pendleton, but you can also get your hands on the raw ingredients by picking your own apples at their 20-acre orchard and sampling cider as it flows straight out of their 100-year-old press. Other pick your own apple farms include <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/lynoaken-farms\/13944\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">LynOaken Farms<\/a> in Medina, with their season going through November 1.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"A coffee in a clear glass mug and a pastry\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_68752a2bfe622a4a0e0c872e\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/steamworkscoffeeroasters_Instagram_2829_ig_18054748829041683_custom_646148d4-e094-43a0-b69a-253e25ef.jpeg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/>CREDIT: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/steamworkscoffeeroasters\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">@STEAMWORKSCOFFEEROASTERS<\/a> ON INSTAGRAM&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Looking to walk off some of those donuts? Meander through <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/blog\/post\/48-hours-in-lockport\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Lockport<\/a>\u2019s charming downtown with restaurants, antique shops, and more. Pop into <a href=\"https:\/\/www.steamworkscoffee.net\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Steamwork\u2019s Coffee<\/a> for a specialty beverage like pumpkin spice lattes or a sweet treat.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<a id=\"hudsonvalley\" name=\"hudsonvalley\"\/>Halloween on The Hudson, October 31-November 1, Hudson Valley&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Rich orange leaves blanket Sleepy Hollow Cemetery in the fall\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_631b4535515ed023fe1e2df4\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/sleepy_hollow_cemetery_arturoexplores_Instagram_618x348_2758ec3c-6c37-4ee5-9380-0cd96507d591.jpg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/>Credit: <a data-sv-linklookup-id=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/arturoexplores\/\" data-sv-linklookup-type=\"plugins_nav_external_link\" data-sv-targetauto=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/arturoexplores\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">@arturoexplores<\/a> on Instagram&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/blog\/post\/a-fall-weekend-in-sleepy-hollow\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Sleepy Hollow<\/a> is the place to be during the Halloween season as it goes all in with <a href=\"https:\/\/visitsleepyhollow.com\/plan\/sleepy-hollow-haunted-hayride\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">haunted hayrides<\/a>, parades, and other events nodding to the classic American horror tale that made the town famous. Book a walking tour of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/sleepy-hollow-cemetery\/11660\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Sleepy Hollow Cemetery<\/a> (pictured), the final resting place of Washington Irving, author of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. You can also explore Irving\u2019s cottage, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/washington-irvings-sunnyside\/3558\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Sunnyside<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/hudsonvalley.org\/events\/irvings-legend\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">witness a special performance<\/a> of the chilling tale under the stars.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">For some non-Halloween thrills, a half hour drive away, visitors can spend the day exploring the miles of natural beauty along the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/old-croton-aqueduct-trail-state-historic-park\/2960\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Old Croton Aqueduct State Park Trailway<\/a>, which also offers breathtaking views of the Hudson River and Palisades. Also a short drive away, the New Croton Dam and waterfall get a colorful punch at the 97-acre<a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/croton-gorge-park\/125670\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> Croton Gorge Park<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"a small child walks through tunnel of glowing jack o' lanterns night\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_6a846f449732c453d8eaf2fb\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/image3_7d5f3477-3bf7-45cd-94ea-f56ddf2b4a84.jpg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/>Credit: @<a href=\"https:\/\/app.crowdriff.com\/ugc\/discover\/followed?searchFilters=%7B%22accounts%22%3A%5B%7B%22id%22%3A%22%22%2C%22username%22%3A%22angelavtorbus_%22%7D%5D%7D\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">angelavtorbus_<\/a> on Instagram&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Get back into the Halloween spirit at the <a href=\"https:\/\/hudsonvalley.org\/events\/blaze\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Great Jack O\u2019Lantern Blaze<\/a> (September 18-November 8) as more than 7,000 illuminated jack o\u2019 lanterns\u2014all designed and hand-carved on site\u2014set off an eerie glow in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/van-cortlandt-manor\/3729\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Van Cortlandt Manor<\/a> in Croton-on-Hudson. (Tickets for this event go fast, so make sure to book yours early!)<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<a id=\"chautauquaallegheny\" name=\"chautauquaallegheny\"\/>Comedy, Sips, and Scenery in Jamestown, November 7-8, Chautauqua-Allegheny&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"National Comedy Center\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_5c8bd238240c2d54c3f3c199\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/NCC_Exterior_blog_d0abd239-df2e-48be-a81e-aff9c0285060.jpg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/>Credit: Jay Rosenblatt&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Looking to have a good laugh this fall? Head to Jamestown and pay a visit to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/national-comedy-center\/127091\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">National Comedy Center<\/a>, dedicated to the art of comedy, your favorite comedians, and laughter. Explore more than 50 immersive exhibits like Laugh Battle, Comedy Karaoke, The Virtual Writer&#8217;s Desk, Late Night Studio Camera, and more. Let the good times roll and stop at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/lucille-ball-desi-arnaz-museum\/2651\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz Museum<\/a>, which celebrates the legacy of Lucille Ball and the First Couple of Comedy with memorabilia, awards, video, and photographs from their lives and film and television work. Be sure to purchase the <a href=\"https:\/\/tickets.comedycenter.org\/Info.aspx?EventID=3\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">dual admission ticket<\/a>, which gives you discounted access to both museums!<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Pack a picnic or explore the gentle quarter-mile trail at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dec.ny.gov\/lands\/42257.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Chautauqua Gorge State Forest<\/a> (pictured below) with two stopping points along the way to soak in the scenery, which becomes even grander in the fall when leaves become sparse, opening up views of the gorge. The forest connects to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tourchautauqua.com\/destinations\/fred-j-cusimano-westside-overland-trail\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Fred J. Westside Overland Trail,<\/a> a 24-mile trail system that runs through the <a href=\"https:\/\/dec.ny.gov\/places\/mount-pleasant-state-forest\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Mount Pleasant State Forest<\/a>, for those looking to extend their hike.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Beautiful foliage surrounds a waterway at Chautauqua Gorge State Park\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_631b4655515ed023fe1e2e6e\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/chautauqua_gorge_state_park_tourchautauqua_Instagram_618x348_99b4995f-e28a-4d5a-b5dd-48bad1382f05.jp.jpeg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nCredit: <a data-sv-linklookup-id=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/tourchautauqua\/\" data-sv-linklookup-type=\"plugins_nav_external_link\" data-sv-targetauto=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/tourchautauqua\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">@tourchautauqua<\/a> on Instagram&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Get to know the area\u2019s more than <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/grape-discovery-center\/17577\/#\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">150-year history of grape-growing<\/a> history at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/grape-discovery-center\/17577\/#\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Grape Discover Center<\/a> in Westfield, with exhibits and displays that tell the story of the Lake Erie Concord Grape region. To sample the products of these fine grapes, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/lake-erie-wine-country\/1641\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Lake Erie Wine Country<\/a> features year-round wineries along the south shore of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/lake-erie\/27030\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Lake Erie<\/a>. Also worth checking out is<a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/five-%26-20-spirits-mazza-chautauqua-cellars\/9954\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> Five &amp; 20 Spirits &amp; Brewing<\/a> in Westfield, which shares space with <a href=\"https:\/\/enjoymazza.com\/visit-us\/chautauqua-cellars\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Mazza Chautauqua Cellars<\/a> as New York State\u2019s first combined brewery, winery, and distillery with a patio space. Mazza does have non-alcoholic drink options.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<a id=\"longisland\" name=\"longisland\"\/>Historic Sites, Fall Hues, and Wine Tastings in Oyster Bay, November 14-15, Long Island &#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Fall leaves at Planting Fields in Oyster Bay\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_6172d4964f119932d6e17253\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/8_oysterbay_planting_fields_giordanophotography_Instagram_618x348_2227f61c-d18d-4e72-9138-ee482ccbdb.jpeg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">In Oyster Bay, be sure to add <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/sagamore-hill-national-historic-site\/9554\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Sagamore Hill<\/a> to your fall foliage must-visit list. The former home of President Theodore Roosevelt and his family, this landmark is now a U.S. National Historic Site surrounded by natural beauty. Nearby <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/planting-fields-arboretum-state-historic-park\/3125\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park<\/a> (pictured), a 1920s Gold Coast estate, welcomes in fall with the blooming of winterberry, dahlias, irises, and Japanese maples. Designed by the Olmsted brothers, the estate grounds extend to greenhouses, rolling lawns, formal gardens, wooden paths, and plant collections. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/caumsett-historic-state-park\/1593\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve<\/a> in Lloyd Harbor also has nature trails across acres of woodland, meadows, rock shoreline, and salt marsh.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Fall colors line the shore near Kontokosta Winery\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_631b4741515ed023fe1e2ed2\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/kontokosta_winery_liwinecountry_Instagram_618x348_0ef80b8a-5008-440a-9b5c-e32e15f96a99.jpg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nCredit: <a data-sv-linklookup-id=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/liwinecountry\/\" data-sv-linklookup-type=\"plugins_nav_external_link\" data-sv-targetauto=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/liwinecountry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">@liwinecountry<\/a> on Instagram<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">If you\u2019re looking for a special sweet treat in the form of apple pies, donuts, and cider, then a trip to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jerichocider.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Jericho Cider Mill<\/a> is a must. And to sample the splendor of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/long-island-wine-country\/27911\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Long Island Wine Country<\/a>, try <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/del-vino-vineyards\/131986\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Del Vino Vineyards<\/a> in Northport with stunning scenery and superb sips.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<a id=\"nyc\" name=\"nyc\"\/>Exploring The Bronx, November 21-22, New York City&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Cured meets, salamis, and other offerings hang above the counter at Arthur Avenue Retail Market\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_631b49cd515ed023fe1e2f63\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/IMG_20200907_103250_18c9cd38-abf6-4ca7-8234-bb0537426a16.jpg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nCredit: Anna Pakman&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Get a taste of Italy on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/blog\/post\/48-hours-in-the-bronx\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Bronx<\/a>\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bronxlittleitaly.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Arthur Avenue<\/a>, home to world class restaurants, including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ENZOSofArthurAvenue\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Enzo&#8217;s of Arthur Avenue<\/a>, and longtime establishments ranging from <a href=\"https:\/\/mariosarthurave.org\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Mario\u2019s Restaurant<\/a>, a family-run Neapolitan institution since 1919, to <a href=\"http:\/\/www.annandtonysonline.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Ann &amp; Tony\u2019s<\/a>, a neighborhood fixture since 1927. Shop for artisan foods at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.arthuravenuebronx.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Arthur Avenue Retail Market<\/a> and get a cannoli from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.madoniabakery.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Madonia Brothers Bakery<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Explore the carriage house, gardens, grounds, and majestic interior of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/bartow-pell-mansion-museum\/1342\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum<\/a>, the last remaining 19th century estate home in The Bronx Pelham Bay area, located in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nycgovparks.org\/parks\/pelham-bay-park\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Pelham Bay Park<\/a>, which is NYC\u2019s largest public park\u2014more than three times the size of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/central-park\/1617\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Central Park<\/a>!<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Entrance to Bronx Zoo in the fall foliage\" data-height=\"406\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"406\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_611a7bbc39ef8f4be9af809e\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/NYC_Bronx_Zoo_Fall_NYC_Company_42784c93-a478-437d-9af5-c57ace1912a1.jpg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/><\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Make a half day at the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/bronx-zoo\/25110\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> Bronx Zoo<\/a> (pictured), which houses more than 10,000 animals including gorillas, giraffes, rhinoceros, and various birds, amphibians, and reptiles. Ride the <a href=\"https:\/\/bronxzoo.com\/things-to-do\/exhibits\/wild-asia-monorail-seasonal\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Wild Asia Monorail<\/a> to see wildlife from this continent lingering in their habitats. Then round out the day exploring <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/the-woodlawn-cemetery\/123644\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Woodlawn Cemetery<\/a>, the final resting place for noteworthy entertainers, civic leaders, famous New Yorkers, and entrepreneurs\u2014including Herman Melville, Dorothy Parker, Celia Cruz, Miles Davis, Irving Berlin, and Duke Ellington.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thebronxbrewery.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">The Bronx Brewery<\/a> makes its own suds signifying the borough\u2019s community, with a taproom and backyard space ideal for enjoying the tasty wares offered by Empanology and Empie Artisanal Pizza.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Get into the spirit of the winter holiday season at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/event\/upcoming-exhibitions\/holiday-train-show-2025\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">New York Botanical Garden Holiday Day Show<\/a> (2026 dates to be announced), where model trains are on display amid a setup featuring miniatures of NYC\u2019s famous landmarks. While you\u2019re here, spend some time within the gardens.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Don&#8217;t forget to post photos of your New York adventures on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/iloveny\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Instagram<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/I_LOVE_NY\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Twitter\u00a0<\/a>with #iSpyNY and tag us on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/iloveny\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Facebook<\/a>!<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"&#13; &#13; &#13; If you\u2019re looking to plan a weekend fall getaway to New York State, we\u2019ve got&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":324767,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[9,11,10,49,51,50],"class_list":["post-324766","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-new-york","tag-new-york","tag-new-york-headlines","tag-new-york-news","tag-new-york-state","tag-new-york-state-headlines","tag-new-york-state-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/324766","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=324766"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/324766\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/324767"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=324766"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=324766"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=324766"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}