When it comes to fall, Pennsylvania has got you covered. Get ready for pumpkins, apples, and even pawpaws – the largest edible fruit native to the eastern U.S. – at one of these upcoming September events. Explore PA’s cultural heritage as well as some spooky surprises as you embrace a variety of events all month long. For more festivities and events celebrating all things fall in PA, check out these fall festivals.
29TH ANNUAL CHILE PEPPER FOOD FESTIVAL
This rain or shine, handicap accessible event near Allentown is bringing the heat this September! The 29th Annual Chile Pepper Food Festival will have a large selection of hot sauce and salsa vendors to shop from, food vendors selling hot, and not hot, selections, and plenty of entertainment for young ones and adults alike. Make sure to stick around for the jalapeno eating contest on Sunday afternoon.
When: September 5-6, 2025
Where: Bowers
PITTSBURGH IRISH FESTIVAL
Put away your passport and head to Pittsburgh to immerse yourself in the history and tradition of Ireland at the Pittsburgh Irish Festival. Fall is the perfect time to connect back to Western Pennsylvania’s Irish roots as you feast on traditional Irish food, watch Irish dancing, and listen to music to celebrate this beautiful culture. Help them celebrate 34 years of this beloved event at the National Historic Landmark, Carrie Blast Furnaces!
When: September 5-7, 2025
Where: Pittsburgh
KENNETT SQUARE MUSHROOM FESTIVAL
It’s that time of year to celebrate all things mushrooms at the iconic Kennett Square Mushroom Festival! If you didn’t already know, Kennett Square is the Mushroom Capital of the World and that will become apparent after you attend this two-day event. Participate in an Amateur Mushroom ‘Chopped’ Contest, watch a cooking demonstration with this year’s celebrity chef, Jennifer Behm-Lazzarini, learn about the magic of mushroom growth, and do not miss the fried mushroom eating contest. Lots of competitions, delicious recipes, and of course, many mushrooms, will all be shared at this fungi-filled 40th anniversary event.
When: September 6-7, 2025
Where: Kennett Square
WILD WIND FOLK ART & CRAFT FESTIVAL
Since 1980, the Wild Wind Folk Arts and Craft Festival has celebrated a diverse group of artists selected for their originality and craftsmanship. Kick off fall and immerse yourself in the beautiful work of more than 150 artisans and their work ranging from pottery to paintings to pinecone designs. The festival will have activities for kids, live music, and food concessions.
When: September 6-7, 2025
Where: Pittsfield
17TH ANNUAL MUZZLELOADER RENDEZVOUS BLACK POWDER SHOOT & ARTISAN SHOW
The Endless Mountains Primitive Outdoorsmen are sure to bring a challenge for archers and sharpshooters at the Muzzleloader Rendezvous Black Powder Shoot & Artisan Show. If you are not participating, watch the competition, visit artisans, and go shopping for gifts! Enter their raffle for a chance to win a variety of prizes.
When: September 6-7, 2025
Where: Laceyville
SAXONBURG ARTISAN MARKET
Join downtown Saxonburg for the second annual Saxonburg Artisan Market this month. Stroll the historic small town, enjoy true artisan vendors, food, live music, carriage rides, kids’ activities, and embrace shopping small at this September event near Pittsburgh.
When: September 6-7, 2025
Where: Saxonburg
MCCLURE BEAN SOUP FESTIVAL AND FAIR
For 134 years the town of McClure has celebrated all things Pennsylvania agriculture and, of course, beans at the annual Bean Soup Festival and Fair! Prepare yourself for the fierce competition of the milk chugging contest and the delicious battle for the best homemade ice cream. Participate in farm games, celebrate agriculture, and enjoy plenty of bean soup to go around.
When: September 7-13, 2025
Where: McClure
SCARECROWS IN THE VILLAGE
Nestled in one of the top destinations to view fall foliage this year in Bucks County, Scarecrows in the Village at Peddler’s Village is a free, can’t-miss event to get into the spirit of the upcoming season. For six weeks, hundreds of creative scarecrows line the winding paths, drawing visitors from around the world to shop, dine, and explore amidst this one-of-a-kind display.
When: September 8 - October 26, 2025
Where: Lahaska
2025 ALBION FAIR
Celebrate 80 years of the “Biggest Little Fair Around” at the Albion Fair near Erie. Enjoy five full days of free entertainment, agricultural exhibits, art, all of your favorite fair concessions, and fireworks show on Saturday night. New in 2025, get a front row seat, or strap in, for the thrilling ATV Rodeo on Sept. 13.
When: September 9-13, 2025
Where: Albion
AMERICA’S LARGEST RV SHOW
America’s Largest RV Show parks at Hershey’s Giant Center this month rain or shine! Stroll 33 football fields of RVs from cozy trailers to decked-out motorhomes, plus all the gear and gadgets to upgrade your adventures. Nearly 1,500 models, 40 manufacturers, expert dealers, and pro-led seminars make this the ultimate road-trip playground.
When: September 10-14, 2025
Where: Hershey
HERSHEYPARK HALLOWEEN AND DARK NIGHTS
Get a head start on Halloween fun starting in September at Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights! With 25 nights of spooky celebrations, you’ll find something for everyone — from five haunted houses and four scare zones for the brave, to 50 rides and attractions (including the new Shaq-A-Licious Laff Trakk) for thrill seekers. Little ones can fill their candy bags early on Hershey’s Trick-or-Treat Trail, making it the sweetest way to ease into the Halloween season.
When: September 12 - November 2, 2025
Where: Hershey
CHAINSAW CARVERS' ROUND-UP
Watch as carvers show off their craft as they transform pieces of log into art at the free, annual Chainsaw Carvers’ Round-Up. After watching these artists at work, participate in an auction and claim a one-of-a-kind piece for yourself.
When: September 12-14, 2025
Where: Cook Forest
COMICON ERIE 2025
Erie’s annual ComiCon is the ultimate playground for fans to celebrate their favorite fandoms. Enjoy seminars, merch vendors, cosplay contests, photo ops with celebrity guests, and video game tournaments — all in one fun-filled weekend. Whether you’re in costume or just sporting your favorite fan tee, it’s the perfect place to geek out, meet fellow fans, and snag some epic collectibles.
When: September 12-14, 2025
Where: Erie
PENNSYLVANIA FOLK GATHERING
The Pennsylvania Folk Gathering brings a full weekend of music, dancing, and good vibes to a scenic camp setting. With 43 workshops across eight time slots — from Irish tunes and hymn singing to “try a ukulele” sessions — there’s something for every level, from curious beginners to seasoned players. Add in jamming, singing, and plenty of folk-fueled fun, and you’ve got a festival that proves this music is for everyone.
When: September 12-14, 2025
Where: Petersburg
THE COUNT’S HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR
From Elmo to Cookie Monster to Big Bird, watch as your Sesame Street favorites embrace haunts and Halloween festivities this fall season. Have the whole family come in costume to celebrate silly and family-friendly spooky fun at The Count’s Spooktacular. Enjoy trick-or-treating in Big Bird’s Beach, Halloween-themed shows, the Sesame Street Halloween Parade, dance parties, the Scarecrow Scavenger Hunt, and Sesame Street-themed rides for a day of tricks, but mostly treats.
When: September 13 - November 2, 2025
Where: Langhorne
CENTRAL PA RAGTIME AND AMERICAN MUSIC FESTIVAL
Step back in time at the 16th Annual Central Pennsylvania Ragtime & American Music Festival this September. Enjoy four days of Ragtime, Jazz, Blues, Boogie-Woogie, and Great American Songbook hits performed by Grammy Award–winning musicians, along with silent movies, lectures, and open houses. Add in rides on the historic East Broad Top Railroad and the Rockhill Trolley Museum, and you’ve got a toe-tapping, history-filled weekend that hits all the right notes.
When: September 18-21, 2025
Where: Rockhill Furnace
PITTSBURGH INTERNATIONAL JAZZ FESTIVAL
Take the streets in the heart of the Strip District to celebrate resilience at the Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival. Watch as downtown Pittsburgh is transformed before your eyes into a jazz club with beer gardens, food trucks, a KidsZone, and good vibes. Featuring more than a dozen artists, hop on the Jazz Train - coming from New York, Newark, and Philadelphia - and bring a chair to claim your front-row seat to this free, music-filled weekend.
When: September 18-21, 2025
Where: Pittsburgh
WILD & UNCOMMON WEEKEND
PA is known to be home to some one-of-a-kind events, places, and things. To embrace unique PA, go to York County’s Wild and Uncommon Weekend for unique seasonal tastings, guided hikes, and nature-based learning experiences. Don’t miss the 21st annual Pawpaw Festival, the signature event of the weekend, that celebrates the largest edible fruit native to the eastern U.S. The four-day celebration recognizes the local ecosystem unique to the lower Susquehanna region and spreads the annual Pawpaw festival across the region.
Please note: Tickets must be purchased online in advance to attend the Saturday Pawpaw Festival portion of the weekend.
When: September 18-21, 2025
Where: York
PENNSYLVANIA BOWHUNTERS FESTIVAL
Aim to have a fun fall in PA as you make your way to Forksville for the Pennsylvania Bowhunters Festival. This three-day event brings together thousands of bowhunters from across the country to participate in shooting activities in preparation for the upcoming archery season. With food vendors to keep you nourished and the famous “Forksville Running Deer” target, archers are sure to be prepared for the upcoming archery season.
When: September 19-21, 2025
Where: Dushore
BLOOMSBURG FAIR
Experience nine days of family fun, food, rides, and entertainment at the beloved Bloomsburg Fair, Pennsylvania’s largest and longest-running agricultural fair. From derby demos and tractor pulls to Grandstand shows featuring Ludacris and Third Eye Blind, there’s something for everyone. Check out livestock exhibits, play midway games, and savor classic fair eats — all in the festive spirit of this timeless tradition.
When: September 19-27, 2025
Where: Bloomsburg
EQT WASHINGTON & GREENE COUNTIES' COVERED BRIDGE FESTIVAL
Uncover more than 23 historic covered bridges during the EQT Washington and Greene Counties’ Covered Bridge Festival This charming free festival celebrates local history with arts and crafts, homestyle food, reenactments, and demonstrations.
When: September 20-21, 2025
Where: Canonsburg
YORK HOT AIR BALLOON FESTIVAL
Incredible hot air balloons, tethered rides, monster show kites, music, food, and crafts fill the weekend skies at the York Hot Air Balloon Festival. Each night ends with the Grand Finale, as balloons glow in sync with lasers, music, and crowd “count downs.” Bring blankets, chairs, and umbrellas to claim your perfect viewing spot for this dazzling sky-high spectacle.
When: September 26-27, 2025
Where: York
CELTIC CLASSIC HIGHLAND GAMES & FESTIVAL
Follow the sound of traditional bagpipes in the Lehigh Valley during the Celtic Classic Highland Games and Festival. Dive into Scottish culture throughout this free weekend with five stages filled with continuous entertainment featuring international, national, and regional Celtic artists pipe bands, Irish dancers, and a marketplace of authentic Celtic merchandise and collectibles.
When: September 26-28, 2025
Where: Bethlehem
LOYALSOCK VALLEY ANTIQUE MACHINERY SHOW
Rev up some nostalgia at the Loyalsock Valley Antique Machinery Show. See antique tractors, gas engines, and classic automobiles in action, enjoy tractor pulls, equipment demonstrations, and hayrides, and browse the flea market and crafts. Grab a bite at the food stands, soak up live music, and enjoy family-friendly fun — part history lesson, part treasure hunt, and all-around a weekend worth marking on the calendar.
When: September 26-28, 2025
Where: Ralston
NORTH EAST WINE FEST
Sip, savor, and celebrate in the rolling hills of Lake Erie Wine Country for free at the North East Wine Fest. Delight in fine wine samples from more than 10 local wineries and enjoy live music, food, and local artisans, plus a 5k run/walk and car show, while you bask in PA’s rural vineyards.
When: September 26-28, 2025
Where: North East
GOOSE DAY
Celebrate more of unique PA and lock in your luck for the year at Juniata River Valley's annual Goose Day celebrations. The two-century-old legend says that if you eat goose on Sept. 29, you’ll attract wealth and prosperity for the coming year. Kick off the festivities on Friday and watch the sky be lit up by a Goose Day Drone Light Show. Throughout the weekend, attend a variety of events, find exclusive event deals at local stops and shops, enter contests and giveaways, and, of course, eat goose during the must-attend event.
When: September 26-29, 2025
Where: Lewistown
MCCONNELLS MILL HERITAGE FESTIVAL
Discover the charm of scenic Lawrence County during the McConnells Mill Heritage Festival, a celebration of culture and history. Take a tour of the historic grist mill that harnessed the power of the Slippery Rock Creek to produce wheat flour and enjoy a range of live music. The free festival will also feature a Civil War encampment, live music, and local artists and craftspeople creating items for sale.
When: September 27 – 28, 2025
Where: Portersville
LIPPENCOTT ALPACAS FARM DAYS
Embrace a new fall activity this season and go to the Lippencott Alpacas Farm Days for the opportunity to snap a selfie with the alpacas for free. Explore the world of alpacas during the weekend celebration with handcrafted fiber products, unique farm activities, and food on the farm.
When: September 27-28, 2025
Where: Waynesburg
PENNSYLVANIA CHOCOLATE AND COFFEE FESTIVAL
Calling all chocoholics and coffee lovers! Bring your friends, family, and a healthy appetite for the Pennsylvania Chocolate and Coffee Festival near Philadelphia. Sample the best coffee, chocolate, gourmet treats, and artisan creations from around the region while browsing unique vendors. Sip, nibble, and savor your way through a family-friendly weekend at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center — because life’s too short to settle for ordinary chocolate and coffee.
When: September 27-28, 2025
Where: Oaks