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Discover a Bountiful Harvest of Apples, Pumpkins, and Fall Festivals in Washington County

Ready to plan a fun fall trip? Just 12 miles east of downtown 'Toga lies the shared border of Saratoga and Washington counties along the Hudson River. This beautiful region is home to rolling hills, farms, apple orchards, and even more places where autumn really comes alive. Visit the area and discover all the things you can do and see this season.

Pick Your Favorite Apples at Local Orchards

apple trees

Hicks Orchard

Whether you're looking for apples, pumpkins, or fall fun, Hicks Orchard in Granville has it all. A family tradition since 1905, Hicks is New York State's oldest U-pick orchard, offering berries in summer and apples in fall.

Over two dozen delicious varieties of apples are grown at the orchard. But that's not all! They offer farm activities and great food and drinks too, such as their famous cider doughnuts, hard cider at Slyboro Ciderhouse's tasting room, and more.

McWhorter's Orchard

Visit McWhorter's Orchard in Argyle for fun autumnal activities. The local orchard opens in fall for apple picking, pumpkin picking, mouthwatering apple cider doughnuts, and more. It's a great way to spend a fall afternoon.

Find Pumpkins of All Shapes & Sizes

pumpkins on a wooden display

Strawberry Ridge

While berries are their main produce, Strawberry Ridge in Granville is also known for their huge pumpkin patch that opens in mid to late September. Over a dozen varieties of pumpkins are grown at the farm, including orange, white, and green. Bring the kids and let them pick out their favorite among the bunch.

Gardenworks Farm

When fall comes around, so do new fruits and vegetables that visitors can pick at Gardenworks Farm in Salem. In September and October, the farm welcomes families to stop by for pumpkins, raspberries, fall squash, and more products like apple cider.

Hand Melon Farm

The historic Hand Melon Farm is a 425-acre working farm in the heart of Washington County, and from summer through fall, they offer U-pick fruits and vegetables. Squash is their specialty in fall, so find some pumpkins and other vegetables to take home with you.

Attend Fun-Filled Fall Festivals in Washington County

See the Hot Air Balloons High in the Sky

hot air balloons in the sky

Look up and watch massive hot air balloons take off at the annual Adirondack Balloon Festival on September 21 - 24, 2023. This year, the event will be held in the Queensbury / Glens Falls communities, located minutes away from Hudson Falls in Washington County. Plan a trip to the area in time to see the hot air balloons fill the sky with bright bursts of color.

Discover Unique, Handmade Products at the Adirondack Wool & Arts Festival

fiber products on display

Don't miss one of the most colorful fall festivals of the season, and no, we're not talking about the foliage. On September 23 - 24, 2023, the Adirondack Wool & Arts Festival will bring unparalleled creativity to the Washington County Fairgrounds in Greenwich.

Some of this year's highlights will include over 100 booths featuring wool, pottery, wood, paper crafts, all natural body care products, festival foods, and local craft beverages, family-friendly demonstrations, and more.

Admission to the Adirondack Wool & Arts Festival is just $5 for adults, while kids under 13 get in for free. Get a jump start on your holiday shopping, find a decoration for your home, and discover something new.

Fill Up on Beer & Brats in Salem

brats on a grill

It's not quite Oktoberfest, but it's also not a traditional bluegrass festival. Instead, it's the annual Beer & Brats Fest at the Salem Courthouse Community Center.

On October 7, 2023, this food, craft beverage, and music festival will combine the best of both worlds - a classic Oktoberfest bratwurst dinner with various beers produced from local and regional breweries.

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