We love the idea of enjoying a beautiful harvest while the nice air turns crisp during those pleasant fall weekends. This weeks ahead are for the best of fall living, and what better way to enjoy fall than being outside with all the beauty that nature offers. Indulge in colorful trees, falling leaves and harvest throughout the nation at some of our favorite fall festivals.
NATIONAL APPLE HARVEST FESTIVAL – Arendtsville, Pennsylvania
Photo Retrieved: Sept. 12, 2014, From: www.siviaggia.it
The month of October means harvest time! It’s a annual celebration, The small towns just outside of Gettysburg come together to pay homage and indulge the favorite fruit of the season. Held at the South Mountain Fairgrounds, the festival is a world of apples. Festival goers can enjoy apple-bobbing, fresh-pressed cider, candy apples, fresh apple sauce, and, of course, get a few, fresh apples to enjoy at home. Apples, apples and more; who knew all of the apple-ingredient foods you can enjoy. Accompanied with live music, crafts and games; you can easily make this adventure one to remember with family and friends.
HARVEST ON THE HARBOR – Portland, Maine
Photo Retrieved: Sept. 12, 2014, From: blog.atlastravelweb.com
Making a weekend getaway to Maine is a no-brainer, seeing as though all of the yummy seafood is in season. Mid-October in Portland is a packed house with tons of out-of-towners and tourists in town to enjoy good eats, wineries and beer season!
WINE AND CHILE FIESTA – Santa Fe, New Mexico
Photo Retrieved: Sept. 12, 2014, From: taste.fourseasons.com
The 5-day autumn festival showcases Santa Fe’s most profound food cuisines, which thankfully involves a lot of chili spices. Though it’s not as spicy as it sounds, Santa Fe’s culinary life has been gaining momentum and is one of the most sought out experiences to participate in out west!
Written By: Triena Deniese, Editor, Modern Domestic and Founder of Circa 88 Blog