{"id":344664,"date":"2026-09-12T03:16:32","date_gmt":"2026-09-12T03:16:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/344664\/"},"modified":"2026-09-12T03:16:32","modified_gmt":"2026-09-12T03:16:32","slug":"october-2025-in-new-york-state","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/344664\/","title":{"rendered":"October 2025 In New York State"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&#13;<\/p>\n<p>This October, New York State offers unforgettable experiences celebrating the magic spirit of autumn. Revel in the charm of seasonal festivals, savor gourmet delights, and brace yourself for spine-tingling encounters with ghouls and goblins. Raise your steins at lively <a data-sv-linklookup-id=\"68c9bcc9892ba1e6421581b8\" data-sv-linklookup-type=\"plugins_blog_blog_post_leisure_blog\" data-sv-targetauto=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/blog\/post\/where-to-celebrate-oktoberfest-in-new-york-state\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Oktoberfests<\/a>, marvel at the sight of pumpkins soaring into rivers, enjoy the fresh taste of oysters along the scenic Long Island waterfront, be captivated by the enchanting glow of over 7,000 jack o\u2019lanterns, and a whole lot more! <a data-sv-linklookup-id=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/events\/\" data-sv-linklookup-type=\"plugins_nav_external_link\" data-sv-targetauto=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/events\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Check out the full calendar<\/a> to discover even more events happening across New York State.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0fWhen: September 18 &#8211; November 8, 2026<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udccdWhere:Croton-on-Hudson, NY\u00a0<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcb2Cost: Tickets start at $24<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The &quot;Headless Horseman Bridge&quot; made of intricately carved jack o'lanterns welcomes guests at the Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_63272918af803040aaa6acd9\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ruthiehagmann_Instagram_2829_ig_18183107848181947_63e91ad3-6994-4fa4-8164-ba3cb7aac784.jpg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nCredit: <a data-sv-linklookup-id=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/ruthiehagmann\/\" data-sv-linklookup-type=\"plugins_nav_external_link\" data-sv-targetauto=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/ruthiehagmann\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">@ruthiehagmann<\/a> on Instagram&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p>Experience the Hudson Valley\u2019s most electrifying fall happening! Meander through the 18th-century landscape of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/van-cortlandt-manor\/3729\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Van Cortlandt Manor<\/a> and discover a breathtaking display of more than 7,000 illuminated jack-o\u2019-lanterns\u2014all designed and hand-carved by artisans on site. Walk through a pumpkin wonderland filled with jack-o\u2019-lantern versions of movie monsters, life-sized dinosaurs and storybook characters, join a pumpkin dance party, gaze at the Pumpkin Planetarium, enjoy sips at the Headless Horseman\u2019s Hideaway and haunting visits from the Horseman himself, and more.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0fWhen: Through November 1, 2026<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udccdWhere: Buffalo, NY<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcb2Cost: Adults (ages 13+) $19.95, Children (2-12) $15.95\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Explore the Buffalo Zoo in a whole new way this fall as you enter a magical world of larger-than-life jack-o\u2019-lanterns along the Enchanted Pumpkin Trail. Stroll through a magical fairy garden, explore the jack-o\u2019-lantern safari, and dance among the skeleton mariachi band for Day of the Dead. You\u2019ll also get access to Destination Dinosaur during special after-dark hours and enjoy autumn-themed food and drinks.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0fWhen: Through November 1, 2026<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udccdWhere: New Rochelle, NY<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcb2Cost: Tickets start at $16.99<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Colorful illuminated dragon lantern with red, pink, green, and blue scales, golden horns, and a fierce expression glowing against a dark night at Autumn Glow Festival in New Rochelle.\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_6aa42e2da806e21b09bc2802\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Autumn_Glow_Festival_1_638DB0D6_4932_4B80_B0AD7D7E69B09147_f601b1ed_72a9_4597_af8f3c43ef05b1e6_dbebf.jpeg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/><\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Light up your night as the Autumn Glow Festival transforms Glen Island Park into a brightly lit waterfront wonderland along the shores of Long Island Sound. Step into a dazzling escape and marvel at hundreds of larger-than-life, intricately-crafted Chinese lanterns powered by LED lights. Each handmade artisan piece holds a unique story with depictions of Chinese legends and lore, as well as the beauty of nature. Don\u2019t forget to treat yourself to delicious food and drink from local vendors.<br \/>&#13;\n<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\nAttend a Film Festival (Multiple Regions)&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0fWhen: Dates vary\u00a0<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udccdWhere: Locations vary<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcb2Cost: Prices vary <\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><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\/09\/Woodstock_Playhouse_2022_Woodstock_Film_Festival_Photo_by_Dion_Ogust_1__d2937faf-94aa-47b2-90df-5725.jpeg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/><\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\nCredit: Dion Ogust\/Woodstock Film Festival&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p>Lights, camera, action! The <a href=\"https:\/\/hamptonsfilmfest.org\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Hamptons International Film Festival<\/a> (October 2-12) is back to dazzle with an intimate showcase of some of the year\u2019s best offerings in contemporary cinema. October is<a href=\"https:\/\/lgbthistorymonth.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> LGBTQ History Month<\/a>, and film lovers will want to check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/event\/imageout-lgbtq%2b-fall-film-festival\/70216\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">IMAGEOUT Fall Film Festival<\/a> (October 8-18) in Rochester, celebrating and showcasing LGBTQ+ stories and filmmakers. Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Greek cinema at the <a href=\"https:\/\/hellenicfilmsociety.org\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">New York Greek Film Expo<\/a> (October 8-18) in New York City; experience the magic of cinema at the<a href=\"https:\/\/woodstockfilmfestival.org\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> Woodstock Film Festival<\/a> (October 14-18) with independent films, engaging panel discussions, workshops, and Q&amp;A sessions with filmmakers; and catch a diverse selection of world-class films, special panels, and more at <a href=\"https:\/\/crandelltheatre.org\/filmcolumbia\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">FilmColumbia<\/a> (October 16-25) in Chatham\u2019s historic Crandell Theatre.<br \/>&#13;\n<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0fWhen: Dates vary\u00a0<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udccdWhere: Locations vary<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcb2Cost: Prices vary <\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"NYC Halloween Parade - Photo by \u00a9 NYC &amp; Company\" data-height=\"412\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"412\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_59091c7d8de7bf23617da087\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/halloweenparade_02_photo_joebuglewicz_c_nycandco_a17a6287-96e5-4701-a9cc-4ba9543c8227.jpg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nCredit: NYC Tourism&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p>No one does <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/things-to-do\/fall\/halloween\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Halloween<\/a> better than New York! Have a frightfully good time as all sorts of costumed characters and creatures take over the streets at NYC&#8217;s famed <a href=\"https:\/\/halloween-nyc.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Village Halloween Parade<\/a> (October 31). The Hudson Valley&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/legoland%c2%ae-new-york-resort\/130333\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">LEGOLAND New York Resort<\/a> gets into the Halloween spirit with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legoland.com\/new-york\/things-to-do\/seasonal-events\/brick-or-treat\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Brick-or-Treat<\/a>, featuring monster parties and trick-or-treating (October 2 \u2013November 1). Celebrate Halloween with your pooch at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oldwestburygardens.org\/event\/fall-dog-parade-costume-contest\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Fall Dog Parade &amp; Costume Contest<\/a> at Long Island&#8217;s historic <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/old-westbury-gardens\/2976\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Old Westbury Gardens<\/a> (October 25). Dress up as Dr. Frank-N-Furter, Riff Raff, or Columbia and get ready to do the &#8220;Time Warp&#8221; again at screenings of &#8220;Rocky Horror Picture Show&#8221; at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/smith-center-for-the-arts\/138287\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Smith Center for the Arts<\/a> in the Finger Lakes (<a href=\"https:\/\/thesmith.org\/events-list\/the-rocky-horror-picture-show-1975\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">October 23<\/a>), The Stanley in Utica (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/event\/the-rocky-horror-picture-show\/tm_k7vgf_8ug9sso\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">October 23<\/a>), and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/st-george-theatre\/33053\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Staten Island\u2019s St. George Theatre<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/event\/the-rocky-horror-picture-show-with-the-flesh-junkies\/tm_k7vgf_krjiwjk\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">October 24<\/a>). No matter how you like to celebrate, there&#8217;s plenty of haunted adventures waiting for you in New York!<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0fWhen: October 1-3, 8-11, 15-17, 2026\u00a0<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udccdWhere: East Otto, NY<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcb2Cost: $15 adults, $9 children 12 to 7, and free for six and under.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Nighttime outdoor light installation: a glowing spherical sculpture on legs, with colorful illuminated trees and a smaller orb in the background during Night Lights at Griffis Sculpture Park.\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_6aa42ee6a806e21b09bc2af9\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/night_lights_40EE572C_949F_9FA6_26E2ACDCEF59A3DF_40f47f6d_f329_9ed5_83088aebeb2e72ec_0cb87191-792c-4.jpeg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/><\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Experience a magical celebration of art and nature as one of North America\u2019s largest sculpture parks is transformed into a glowing wonderland during Night Lights. Wander along a trail through forest and fields on a captivating journey filled with lights, music, and the beauty of nature. You\u2019ll see some of Griffis Sculpture Park\u2019s beloved sculptures bathed in light and encounter musicians, painters, storytellers, LED hoopers, instrumentalists, poets and more along the way.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0fWhen: October 2-3, 9-11, 16-18, 22-25, and 29-31, 2026\u00a0<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udccdWhere: Ballston Spa, NY<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcb2Cost: General admission $44.95 (plus fees and tax)<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"A massive skull hangs over the entryway of Double M Haunted Hayrides\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_632729a7af803040aaa6ace9\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/doublemhauntedhayrides_Instagram_2829_ig_17928825652204537_b3e4b844-ffd9-495d-ba39-65988b3c184b.jpg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nCREDIT:\u00a0<a aria-describedby=\"audioeye_new_window_message\" data-sv-linklookup-id=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/doublemhauntedhayrides\/\" data-sv-linklookup-type=\"plugins_nav_external_link\" data-sv-targetauto=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/doublemhauntedhayrides\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">@DOUBLEMHAUNTEDHAYRIDES<\/a>\u00a0ON INSTAGRAM&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p>Scary Harry, the iconic ghost cowboy of Double M, has some horrifying thrills and chills up his sleeve this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/things-to-do\/fall\/halloween\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Halloween season<\/a>. Test your bravery on a haunted hayride through the dark woods that are rumored to be filled with things that go bump in the night before setting off on foot through the post-apocalyptic compound Brutality. Even more haunts await at the Last Inn, Blood Moon Farm, Martin\u2019s Memorial Hospital, Dead Root Dwelling, and Doom County FEARgrounds. A<a href=\"https:\/\/hauntedhistorytrail.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> Haunted History Trail<\/a> event, Double M Haunted Hayrides in Ballston Spa has been scaring up fun for more than 35 years. Note: attractions are not recommended for children under the age of 10.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0fWhen: October 2-4, 2026<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udccdWhere: Syracuse, NY<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcb2Cost: Tickets start at $29.70<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Dive into a world of gaming nostalgia as RetroGameCon celebrates the best in gaming with a weekend full of celebrity guests, hundreds of exhibitor tables, tabletop games, and much more. Highlights include a massive free play area with vintage video games, a cosplay contest, improv D&amp;D live show, live musical performances, and after-party. Don\u2019t miss panels on AVGN, Mass Effect, Resident Evil, Arcade Legends, Neopets, and Rare, plus a thrilling tournament lineup including Super Smash Bros. and Mario Kart 64.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0fWhen: October 2-4, 2026<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udccdWhere: Lake Placid, NY<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcb2Cost: $20 1-day admission for ages 22-69; $10 for ages 13-21 &amp; 70+, college and military; free for ages 12 and under<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"WhoopUCIXCOwomen-072632\" data-height=\"412\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"412\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_67ffd6c298cd9a79713a7397\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/WhoopUCIXCOwomen_072632_424f7b8b-2f88-48e7-821b-9a0024f3be47.jpg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/><\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Ready for an action-packed weekend in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/blog\/post\/48-hours-in-lake-placid-ny\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Lake Placid<\/a>? Watch the world\u2019s greatest mountain bike riders compete in UCI World Cup races in both endurance and gravity disciplines, including Cross-country Short Track and Cross-country Olympic at Mt Van Hoevenberg, and Downhill at Whiteface Mountain. Between and after races, enjoy live music, craft brews, local cuisine, and high-energy festival vibes all weekend long.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0fWhen: October 2-4, 2026<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udccdWhere: Warrensburg, NY<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcb2Cost: Free Admission<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The World's Largest Garage Sale in Warrensburg surrounds a white church with a tall steeple, colorful tents and shoppers set against a forested hillside.\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_58bddd38a0a02d23d0a8c8bf\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/07_25_43_cc93cf3d-32b5-4b6f-84ec-628974bf6d18.jpg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/><\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Bargain hunters, now is your time to shine! Set your sights on Warrensburg for the World\u2019s Largest Garage Sale which is a combination of a flea market, craft fair, and food fest. Uncover antiques and treasures from local vendors gathered along Main Street and scan the backstreets to see what hidden gems local residents are selling. There will also be live music and children&#8217;s activities all weekend long.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0fWhen: October 3, 2026<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udccdWhere: Schenectady, NY<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcb2Cost: Regular tickets $25, Premium Tickets $40<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p>Gather your flock, fly the coop and enjoy a sPECKtacular afternoon snacking on delicious chicken wings and socializing in downtown <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/blog\/post\/48-hours-in-schenectady\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Schenectady<\/a>! On the day of the Wing Walk, pick up your official map and ballot at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/proctors\/3146\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Proctors Theater<\/a> before going to your first restaurant. Stroll around and sample unique wing recipes from a variety of restaurants (one wing per restaurant), including last year\u2019s People\u2019s Choice winner Simone\u2019s Kitchen. Once you\u2019ve sampled at least 10 of the wings, you can vote for your favorite by marking your ballot and dropping it at one of several drop-box locations around downtown. Happy walking and tasting!<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0fWhen: October 3-4, 10-11, and 17-18, 2026\u00a0<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udccdWhere: Hunter, NY<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcb2Cost: Free general admission. $41 VIP Package, $89 VIP Packages (With Lift)<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Oktoberfest at Hunter Mountain\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_5d8146aeae7c64783f35a346\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Blog_Photo_618x348_39__15fbaf7b-b3e4-4f70-a0f0-ae777f227652.jpg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nCredit: Rob Sharpe, Hunter Mountain Content Strategist&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p>Brews, bites, and beautiful mountain views await at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/hunter-mountain\/2396\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Hunter Mountain Resort<\/a>! Enjoy three themed weekends filled with foliage and family fun, plus live music, beer tents, and food trucks. Experience an Authentic Oktoberfest the weekend of October 10-11, complete with a doxie derby, steinholding, and keg rolling. You can also take in the gorgeous fall foliage from above with a hike up to the fire tower or travel 3,200 feet up to the summit on a scenic skyride.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0fWhen: October 3-4, 2026<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udccdWhere: Cortland, NY<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcb2Cost: Free admission<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p>Named one of the top 10 fall festivals in the nation, the Great Cortland Pumpkinfest brings all the fun of fall on the farm into the heart of downtown in historic Courthouse Park. Enjoy pumpkin-flavored food, hayrides, locally-made crafts, live music, a pumpkin decorating contest, and, of course, the chance to get your hands on the first pumpkins of the season. Adults are invited to enjoy a beverage at the Pumpkin Pub, while the kids can experience thrills at the midway!<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0fWhen: October 3-4 and 10-11, 2026<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udccdWhere: Highmount, NY<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcb2Cost: Free admission and parking<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"A crowd of people mingling between various tents surrounded by the oranges, reds, and, yellows of fall\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_66fd93c4aaf1269e4a9993c3\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/CT_Fall_130_7aa1bedc-1a1e-4ee7-88c6-88be43565e1e.jpg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/><\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p>Celebrate the season in the heart of the Catskills at Belleayre Mountain\u2019s Fall Festival, where mountain views meet autumn vibes for the perfect weekend of family fun and leaf-peeping. Enjoy scenic gondola rides, brews and views, delicious bites at the food truck village, local craft vendors, live music, a bounce house and balloon twisting for the kids, plus pie eating and steinholding contests and free disco golf. With crisp air and golden foliage all around, it\u2019s a classic Ulster County fall escape!<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0fWhen: October 7-11, 2026<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udccdWhere: Lake Placid, NY<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcb2Cost: Registration is required, but admission is free-of-charge for spectators with the exception of lessons and workshops. Donations are accepted at the door and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfiguresport.org\/index.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">online<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p>Attention skaters and skating fans: the World Figure and Fancy Skating Championships are returning for their 12th anniversary year to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/olympic-center-and-museum\/7321\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Olympic Center<\/a> in Lake Placid! Witness the intersection of art and figure skating as competitors perform on black ice, creating patterns with their blades. Witness five days of competition and find skating experiences on black ice with lessons and workshops for all ages and levels, as well as dedicated sessions and events for skaters with disabilities.<br \/>&#13;\n<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0fWhen: Dates Vary<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udccdWhere: Oswego, NY<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcb2Cost: $20-$25<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Six people in historical costumes pose at night in a grassy field, holding glowing lanterns; distant lights and trees create a warm, festive mood during a Lantern Tour at Fort Ontario.\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_6aa43376a806e21b09bc34a3\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/latern_tours_fort_ontario_2024_7B2E2204_31F5_47E1_B27DC80DF068FF38_ab7df72f_526c_4eb5_8d2d59f1990421.jpeg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/><\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Experience the historic star-shaped Fort Ontario like never before on a couple of eerie outings this October. Enjoy a night of fascinating and sometimes gruesome tales on a lantern tour led by costumed interpreters sharing stories from the fort\u2019s past (October 7 and October 14). You can also join CNY Ghost Hunters on tours and guided investigations of the site that\u2019s widely considered one of New York&#8217;s most haunted locations, with reported sightings of soldiers and spirits (October 16 and 17). Fort Ontario was the site of three French and Indian War and two War of 1812 battles, and was used as a Holocaust refugee center between 1944 and 1946.<br \/>&#13;\n<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0fWhen: October 9-11, 2026<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udccdWhere: Lake George, NY<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcb2Cost: Free<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"A hand holding a mug of beer that reads &quot;Lake George, NY Oktoberfest&quot;\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_68cad37c6af2d01901acb06e\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/image1_8b765c56-82c2-494a-8132-4172535902b9.jpg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/>Credit: @lakegeorgearea on Instagram&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Get set for a beloved event that transforms the heart of Lake George into a lively Bavarian-style street fair, complete with traditional German music, mouthwatering bratwursts, and refreshing steins of beer! As you stroll down Canada Street, you\u2019ll be surrounded by the stunning fall foliage of the Adirondacks, adding a picturesque backdrop to the festivities that includes carnival rides, dancing, keg tossing, stein hoisting, and more. Whether you\u2019re dancing to lively tunes, savoring authentic German cuisine, or browsing the unique craft vendors, the Oktoberfest is an unforgettable celebration of culture, community, tradition, and scenic beauty! <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/blog\/post\/where-to-celebrate-oktoberfest-in-new-york-state\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Discover even more places to celebrate Oktoberfest in New York State<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0fWhen: Wednesdays-Sundays, October 9-November 1, 2026<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udccdWhere: Bethel, NY<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcb2Cost: Aduls: $25-$30, Ages 3-17: $15-$20, Ages 2 &amp; Under: Free<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"View of a display at the Peace, Love and Pumpkins event at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_6346fbf3a555152f46edeaa5\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/PeaceLovePumpkins_BethelWoods2021_9754_1_622568e8-c1dd-4487-adf2-a48957663f92.jpg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/>\u00a0Courtesy of Bethel Woods Center for the Arts&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">A cornucopia of family-friendly Halloween fun is coming to the historic grounds of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/bethel-woods-center-for-the-arts\/9426\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Bethel Woods Center for the Arts<\/a>! Wind your way through beautiful garden trails, highlighting thousands of unique hand-carved jack-o-lanterns and glowing displays of themed pumpkin art, featuring Woodstock festival icons, dinosaurs, mermaids, witches and much more!\u00a0 Special events include 21+ Murder Mystery Mixers, Sensory Friendly Wednesdays, and Friday Night Fright, a haunted walk-thru experience on October 30.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0fWhen: October 10, 2026\u00a0<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udccdWhere: Sleepy Hollow, NY<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcb2Cost: Paddle registration $35 (Registered paddlers have free admission to the festival). Festival admission is $8 in advance plus fees, and $10 on the day of the event. Children under 8 years old are free with a paying adult! <\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Get ready for a wicked good time as the SUP Witches Festival paddles into Sleepy Hollow. Hosted by Rivertowns SUP &amp; Yoga, you\u2019ll experience a truly whimsical sight as costumed witches trade their broomsticks for paddles for a stand-up paddleboard ride on the Hudson River. With stunning views and a festival atmosphere complete with contests, activities, and bites and brews, it&#8217;s a fun way to enjoy fall on the water. Whether you plan to join the paddle or enjoy the spectacle from land, it\u2019s the perfect fall outing in the home of the Headless Horseman. Make it a getaway with our guide to a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/blog\/post\/a-fall-weekend-in-sleepy-hollow\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Fall Weekend in Sleepy Hollow<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0fWhen: October 10-11, 2026<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udccdWhere: Saratoga County, NY<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcb2Cost: Single day pass $106.69; weekend pass $159.94<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Saratoga National Historical Park\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_590925638de7bf23617dd42e\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/saratoga_battlefield22_23d75bb6-309a-4aa4-8135-ae711586ab19.jpg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/><\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p>Spend a fun weekend getaway in the outdoors as you get on your bike and enjoy peak fall foliage on the fourth annual Saratoga Foliage Ride! Wind through fields, farmlands and fall foliage with stops for ice cream at <a href=\"https:\/\/kingbrothersdairy.com\/our-farm-store\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">King Dairy Farm Store<\/a> and the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/saratoga-monument\/197\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> Saratoga Battle Monument<\/a> on Saturday\u2019s ride. Sunday\u2019s rides will honor the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discoversaratoga.org\/blog\/stories\/post\/americas-turning-point\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">249th anniversary of the Battle of Saratoga<\/a>, taking the back roads through the very fields where American forces first defeated the British army in the turning point of the American Revolution. All participants can enjoy a catered after-ride lunch, commemorative shirt, a day pass to the YMCA, happy hour, and more. Riders can choose one of three routes each day \u2013 30, 50, and 75 miles.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0fWhen: October 10-11, 2026<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udccdWhere: Delhi, NY<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcb2Cost: General admission $13.32, children ages 5-12 $7.70<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Tents and people at the Maple Shade Hootenanny\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_68c1b3b60c5d508741b40f9d\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Kento_Igarashi_Hootenanny2004_1_26__918ecc84-b363-4f05-a93d-5b12fde5ef45.jpg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/>\u00a0Credit: Kento Igarashi&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Come see what all the hoot is about at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/maple-shade-farm\/32911\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Maple Shade Farm<\/a>! Join this grand celebration of the harvest season as you enjoy all your favorite fall experiences on the farm, complete with live music, savory foods, wagon rides, barn tours, yard games, a corn maze, workshops, and more.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0fWhen: October 10-11, 2026<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udccdWhere: North Creek, NY<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcb2Cost: Free<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Gore Mountain Harvest Festival\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_5ba51c34cadf342cf8c147f6\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/093a6693_0765_46e4_aaac_321e12e9d27c_7086389f-72b4-468c-82f2-5e014c30f592.jpg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/><\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Join in the fun of this family-friendly celebration of all things fall! Explore handcrafted items from Adirondack artists, savor delicious fall menus at the Open Pit Grille and Base Lodge Food Court, and engage in fun activities like mountain biking, disc golf, and hiking across the four peaks. You can also take part in scavenger hunts or hiking challenges, and the Northwoods Gondola offers unparalleled leaf-peeping opportunities, with the vibrant autumn colors of Gore Mountain&#8217;s forests providing perfect photo ops. Live music will fill the air throughout the weekend, adding to the festive atmosphere.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0fWhen: October 10-11, 2026<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udccdWhere: Ellicottville, NY<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcb2Cost: Free admission to festival; $36.50 registration for Fall Scramble 4 Mile; $46.50 registration for Fall Scramble 8 Mile.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Ellicottville Fall Festival\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_5ba51d7dcadf342cf8c14884\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/c795b6cd_4396_4ede_841d_39b00d26c8d5_bf502314-c8d7-4e4b-97f4-7ecee2600db5.jpg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nCredit: Ellicottville Chamber of Commerce&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">The Ellicottville Fall Festival is a weekend of fun for the whole family, with chairlift rides, mountaintop cookouts and music. The Village of Ellicottville and nearby <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/holiday-valley-resort\/7379\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Holiday Valley Resort<\/a> become one big celebration with street vendors, arts and crafts, entertainment, poster and t-shirt sales, a Kid Zone, and tons of fun. Are you a runner? The <a href=\"https:\/\/runsignup.com\/Race\/NY\/Ellicottville\/FallScramble\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Fall Scramble 4- or 8-mile Trail Run<\/a> takes place on Saturday at Holiday Valley.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0fWhen: October 10-11 and 17-18, 2026<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udccdWhere: Clymer, NY<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcb2Cost: Free admission<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Annual Fall Fest at Peek\u2019n Peak Resort\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_650496f84e7f9f7783fc7ee4\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/pknpkresort_Instagram_2829_ig_17955391096955832_6fa0fe4c-ce02-49a3-acd7-221165550efe.jpg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nCredit: <a data-sv-linklookup-id=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/pknpkresort\/\" data-sv-linklookup-type=\"plugins_nav_external_link\" data-sv-targetauto=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/pknpkresort\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">@pknpkresort<\/a> on Instagram&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Get ready for fabulous fall fun as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/peek-n-peak-resort-%26-spa\/5455\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Peek\u2019n Peak Resort<\/a> celebrates the season with its 38th Annual Fall Fest! You\u2019ll enjoy two weekends of brilliant foliage and fun in the foothills of Western New York. The festival features a juried craft show with more than 100 vendors and a farmers&#8217; market, as well as activities like the pumpkin cannon, children&#8217;s games, live entertainment, pony rides, ski lift rides, a classic car cruise-in, and an annual snow sports equipment swap!<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0fWhen: October 10-12, 2026\u00a0<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udccdWhere: Statewide<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcb2Cost: Prices Vary<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_5b1ed7e341daaeb7ac26a8d6\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/5ff92529_b4df_41a6_a5e9_238284647dee_e8edf1f7-1232-4897-ae18-e56fa41d8c6e.jpg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/><\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">New York State is, without question, one of the most historic, cultural, and diverse states in the entire country. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/things-to-do\/path-through-history\/path-through-history-weekend\/?skip=0&amp;startDate=10%2F05%2F2023&amp;endDate=10%2F09%2F2023&amp;sort=date\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Path Through History Weekend<\/a>, October 10-12, is your chance to slip between the pages of history and discover the places and people who shaped not only the Empire State, but our nation. From an unforgettable day of family fun and history witnessing an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/event\/air-shows\/81784\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">air show<\/a> at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/old-rhinebeck-aerodrome-museum-%26-air-shows\/3213\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome<\/a> to an eerie <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/event\/hyde-%26-shriek!-candlelit-ghost-tours\/81770\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">candlelit ghost tour of Hyde Hall<\/a> in Cooperstown, discover all kinds of New York State facts during this special weekend. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/things-to-do\/path-through-history\/path-through-history-weekend\/?gclid=Cj0KCQjw2efrBRD3ARIsAEnt0egBhTAwAlDGUUeL3qUAcMTICwx89anzpc6mwTyrmGy5zjbxBkQq3kcaAiSHEALw_wcB&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds&amp;utm_campaign=2019Fall-Holiday-Upstate&amp;utm_content=PathThroughHistory&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_source=google#.XXuggyhKjIW\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Build your own itinerary<\/a> and visit Native American museums, canals that helped expand civilization, arts and cultural institutions that house famous works of art, and much more.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0fWhen: October 15-18, 2026\u00a0<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udccdWhere: Manhattan, NY<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcb2Cost: Prices vary<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Loaves of bread displayed on a table at the New York City Wine &amp; Food Festival\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_66df015fd2b5eff1b7947e81\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Gallery24_16_60367c42-777f-4c82-a280-3aa493b4dd67.jpg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/><\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\nCourtesy of Food Network New York City Wine &amp; Food Festival&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Foodies rejoice! Dig in at this star-studded, four-day event showcasing the talents of the world\u2019s most renowned chefs, wine and spirit producers, culinary personalities, lifestyle experts and America\u2019s most beloved television chefs. With more than 50 events at <a href=\"https:\/\/theseaport.nyc\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Manhattan\u2019s Seaport<\/a>, you\u2019ll satisfy all your cravings at tastings, intimate dinners with world-renowned chefs, late night parties, hands-on classes, wine tastings and more. Catch returning favorites like the Blue Moon Burger Bash, Steak &amp; Whiskey, Oyster Bash, and FoodieCon. Exciting new additions include New York After Dark hosted by Kwame Onwuachi on The Rooftop at Pier 17, A Culinary Journey Through Peru hosted by Nobu Matsuhisa, and Flavors of Bollywood hosted by Maneet Chauhan and Vijay Kumar.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0fWhen: October 17, 2026\u00a0<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udccdWhere: Clayton, NY<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcb2Cost: Free Admission<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Courtesy of Horizon Aerial Media\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_59d3f98681b18d15076071af\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/eeeb9931_16db_497f_8e94_2969c5371533_0a2d6e3a-1e4e-4d64-ae5d-82d7dc168a72.jpg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nCourtesy of Horizon Aerial Media&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Pumpkins will be soaring into the St. Lawrence River at the 14th Annual Punkin\u2019 Chunkin\u2019 Festival! Witness this truly unique spectacle as local teams compete to catapult a pumpkin the farthest distance into the river using home-built trebuchets set along the water at Clayton\u2019s Frink Park. That\u2019s not all \u2013 there\u2019s a barbeque starting in the morning followed by a judging competition in the afternoon, and a farmer\u2019s market!<br \/>&#13;\n<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0fWhen: October 17-18, 2026\u00a0<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udccdWhere: Rhinebeck, NY<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcb2Cost: $16.50 in advance, $18 at the gate. Children 11 and under are free<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"A sheep dog herding demonstration at the New York State Sheep &amp; Wool Festival held on the Dutchess County Fairgrounds\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_68c1b7460c5d508741b414b2\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/HV_2012_24_7d406f4e-00ae-4918-ad1d-c3974fa30859.jpg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/><\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Sweater weather is finally here and there\u2019s no better way to celebrate than with two straight days filled with all things sheep and wool at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds! Discover workshops devoted to weaving, knitting and basket-making topics and techniques, along with kids\u2019 activities and a used equipment auction. Shop from hundreds of wool and fiber arts vendors selling materials, tools and more. Check out the winery, distillery and gourmet specialty foods building and be sure to stick around for the sheep shows and competitions, sheep dog herding and frisbee dog demonstrations, and the \u201cMake it with Wool\u201d fashion show!<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0fWhen: October 17-18, 2026\u00a0<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udccdWhere: Oyster Bay, NY<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcb2Cost: Free admission<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Close up of an oyster with a dollop of hot sauce at Oyster Fest in Oyster Bay\" data-height=\"347\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"347\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_6436b3978aa5e36108d0b66f\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/image14_b74844cf-fcea-41a4-b7a1-a2a5a1e9a865.jpg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nCredit: <a data-sv-linklookup-id=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/ashferbiju\/\" data-sv-linklookup-type=\"plugins_nav_external_link\" data-sv-targetauto=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/ashferbiju\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">@ashferbiju<\/a> on Instagram&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Make the world your oyster at one of Long Island\u2019s most popular events. You\u2019ll enjoy live entertainment, ships, top-notch artisans, midway rides, and the iconic oyster eating and shucking contest. Of course, there\u2019s also the food court featuring seafood concoctions and oysters in every conceivable form, along with traditional festival fare!<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0fWhen: October 17-18, 2026\u00a0<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udccdWhere: Utica, NY<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcb2Cost: Adults (13+) $11, children (2-12) $8, children under 2 free admission, free admission for Utica Zoo members. There is a $5 activity card charge for the trick-or-treat stations.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Make your way, if you dare, to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/utica-zoo\/3719\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Utica Zoo<\/a>\u2019s Halloween and harvest celebration! With 13 trick-or-treat stations, food trucks, vendors, animal meet and greets, and keeper talks, you\u2019re sure to have a very ghoul time! This is an all-ages event and costumes are encouraged.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0fWhen: October 18, 2026\u00a0<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udccdWhere: New Paltz, NY<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcb2Cost: $5 per person, kids under 12 free<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Get ready for a tangy twist on fall fun at the 29th Annual Rosendale\u2019s International Pickle Festival, where brine lovers from near and far come to celebrate all things pickled at the Ulster County Fairgrounds. Sample unique creations, shop local vendors, and enjoy live music and family-friendly activities in a festive, flavor-packed atmosphere. Test your pickle eating, pickle juice drinking, and pickle tossing skills at the Pickle Triathlon.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0fWhen: October 23, 2026<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udccdWhere: Buffalo, NY<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcb2Cost: $50 general admission, $65 VIP, $75 Tap Tier (includes exclusive can release, pretzel necklace, and sticker), $12 designated driver.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"A tall building with a colorful Ferris wheel in front at the RiverWorks entertainment complex.\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_66a4082d95603f2ecd3593cb\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/20240716_183251_74071cb2-276a-4020-95fa-524bf6841f59.jpg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p>Buffalo is gearing up to host a celebration of local craft beverages, delicious food, and live music, all promising to add up to a day full of fun and flavor! Enjoy four hours of samples from over 30 local craft breweries, cideries, wineries and distilleries and live music for a spirited Saturday at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/buffalo-riverworks\/125022\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Buffalo RiverWorks<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0fWhen: October 26, 2026\u00a0<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udccdWhere: Canandaigua, NY<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcb2Cost: $10 adults, $5 children 3-15, and free for kids under 3<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Sonnenberg Gardens &amp; Mansion State Historic Park\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_58b784be1ef0620a4da5c474\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Sonnenberg_Gardens_Mansion_State_Historic_Park_e14bfb94-9863-4dbc-aea9-4d1b8d770410.jpg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/><\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Step into a world of creepy enchantment with a haunted stroll in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/sonnenberg-gardens-%26-mansion-state-historic-park\/125411\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Sonnenberg Gardens<\/a>, one of the few remaining estates in America with a Queen Anne Victorian-style mansion and formal gardens. Wander through the historic gardens, encountering witches, goblins, and ghouls along the way, with the beautifully lit pathways and hauntingly decorated gardens creating a perfect backdrop for a night of family-friendly frights and fun! Spend the weekend with our guide to <a data-sv-linklookup-id=\"58bf247b59eda93136ec4eae\" data-sv-linklookup-type=\"plugins_blog_blog_post_leisure_blog\" data-sv-targetauto=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/blog\/post\/48-hours-in-canandaigua\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">48 Hours in Canandaigua<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0fWhen: October 31, 2026\u00a0<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udccdWhere: Mumford, NY<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcb2Cost: General Public \u2013 $68, Museum Members \u2013 $62\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Two bearded men in rustic historical clothing converse inside a dim wooden cabin, lit by amber light; one wears a uniform and cap during the Murder, Monsters, &amp; Mayhem Dinner Theater at Genesee Country Village &amp; Museum.\" data-height=\"348\" data-processed=\"true\" data-width=\"618\" height=\"348\" id=\"plugins_assets_images_6aa43640a806e21b09bc39f2\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Murder_Mystery_6D852453_464D_4DA4_97FAF8EB09A30316_ed8638fc_aab3_4652_ad67edd13a7ee8dc_98a30ceb-85ef.jpeg\" style=\"\" width=\"618\"\/><\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Become the detective in a thrilling 19th-century murder mystery, drawn from the sensational headlines of the era, during a captivating whodunit dinner experience at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iloveny.com\/listing\/genesee-country-village-%26-museum\/2125\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Genesee Country Village &amp; Museum<\/a>. 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