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2026 Fall Festivals in Northeast Ohio
Crisp air, colorful leaves and community traditions make fall one of the best times to explore Northeast Ohio. From pumpkin festivals and apple butter to Oktoberfests and hot-air balloons, here are 29 seasonal events in and around Cuyahoga, Lake, Geauga, Portage and Summit counties.
Updated September 4, 2026
Plan a Perfect Fall Weekend
Whether you are looking for a festive date night, a family outing or a relaxed day of shopping from local makers, there is something happening nearly every weekend in September and October. Save this guide, invite a friend and make the most of fall in Northeast Ohio.
Best for FamiliesLake Farmpark Harvest Weekends
Biggest SpectacleRavenna Balloon A-Fair
Classic Small-Town FallHuntsburg Pumpkin Festival
Cuyahoga County Fall Festivals
Celebrate fall with German traditions, historical demonstrations, local food and family activities from downtown Cleveland to the surrounding suburbs.
September 4–7 and September 11–12
Cleveland Oktoberfest
Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds, Middleburg Heights
German food, live music, cultural entertainment, contests and activities for all ages. Kids under 12 and parking are free.
Cost: Ticketed; some free-admission offers
September 19 | 1–4 p.m.
Sturgeon Fest
Rivergate Park, Cleveland
Learn about efforts to restore lake sturgeon to the Cuyahoga River through educational activities, games, crafts and fish releases.
Cost: Free
September 26 | 3–7 p.m.
Autumn Fest
Nature Center at Shaker Lakes, Cleveland
Enjoy seasonal family fun surrounded by the trails, habitats and wetlands of Shaker Lakes.
Cost: Confirm with organizer
September 27 | 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
FallFest: 18th Century Festival
Brecksville Reservation, Brecksville
Hear blacksmiths at work, listen to folk music, taste fresh-pressed cider and enjoy historical demonstrations and magic.
Cost: Free; food available for purchase
September 27 | 2–6 p.m.
Rocky River Fall Fest & 5K
21012 Hilliard Boulevard, Rocky River
Themed races, hayrides, a pumpkin patch, local market, food trucks, petting zoo, inflatables and live music.
Cost: Festival free; race fee may apply
October 3
Cleveland Pickle Fest
Cleveland
Taste pickle-inspired food and browse vendors at one of Cleveland's quirkiest annual fall celebrations.
Cost: Ticket details vary
October 3 and 17 | 3–7 p.m.
Oktoberfest at The Chalet
Mill Stream Run Reservation, Strongsville
Enjoy an Oktoberfest atmosphere and an autumn hayride through Cleveland Metroparks.
Cost: $12 adults; $10 ages 3–11; age 2 and under free
Lake County Fall Festivals
Lake County's fall calendar combines neighborhood celebrations, handmade shopping and immersive harvest weekends at Lake Metroparks Farmpark.
September 12 | 1–7 p.m.
Mentor-on-the-Lake Fall Festival
City Hall Grounds, 5860 Andrews Road
Vendors, bounce houses, pony rides, food trucks and live entertainment make this an easy family outing.
Cost: Free admission and parking
September 12–13 | 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Village Peddler Festival
Lake Metroparks Farmpark, Kirtland
Shop handmade décor, accessories, furniture and gifts from more than 150 artists and makers.
Cost: Ticketed
September 19–20 | 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Apple & Honey Harvest Weekend
Lake Metroparks Farmpark, Kirtland
Enjoy apple crafts, cider and apple-butter traditions while learning more about bees and honey.
Cost: Regular Farmpark admission
September 26–27 | 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Horsepower Weekend
Lake Metroparks Farmpark, Kirtland
See horsepower through time, from animal-powered agriculture to impressive classic muscle cars.
Cost: Regular Farmpark admission
October 3–4 | 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Corn & Pumpkin Weekend
Lake Metroparks Farmpark, Kirtland
Try pumpkin bowling, make corn-husk dolls, paint a pumpkin and catch the final weekend of the corn maze.
Cost: Regular admission; pumpkin painting $3
Geauga County Fall Festivals
Farm fields, pumpkin contests, apple butter and historic village traditions give Geauga County some of the most classic fall experiences in Northeast Ohio.
Weekends, September 19–October 25
Hornyak Farms Fall Fest
15135 Rock Creek Road, Chardon
Navigate the corn maze, sip cider, pick pumpkins and enjoy traditional farm activities.
Cost: Confirm with organizer
October 3–4 | 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Huntsburg Pumpkin Festival
16534 Mayfield Road, Huntsburg
Pumpkin contests, entertainment, crafters, vendors, a parade, car show and pancake breakfast fill the weekend.
Cost: Free admission and attractions; food extra
First two weekends in October
Sirna's Fall Festival
19009 Ravenna Road, Auburn Township
A community-centered celebration at a local farm. Confirm the exact daily schedule before visiting.
Cost: Confirm with organizer
October 10–11 | 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Apple Butter Festival & Ox Roast
Century Village Museum, Burton
Stir apple butter over an open fire and enjoy ox-roast sandwiches, train rides, crafts, pumpkin activities and vendors.
Cost: Ticketed; food extra
Portage County Fall Festivals
Take in German culture, a sky full of balloons, orchard traditions and small-town celebrations across Portage County.
September 11–13
German Family Society Oktoberfest
3871 Ranfield Road, Brimfield
Traditional German food, music, dancing and family-friendly cultural festivities.
Cost: Confirm with organizer
September 19 | Noon–4 p.m.
Garrettsville Buckeye Block Oktoberfest
Downtown Garrettsville
Celebrate Oktoberfest with small-town charm in the heart of Garrettsville.
Cost: Confirm with organizer
September 24–27
Ravenna Balloon A-Fair
Downtown Ravenna and Portage County Fairgrounds
Hot-air balloons, tethered rides, helicopter and monster-truck rides, inflatables, entertainment and vendors create a memorable weekend.
Cost: Some activities ticketed
September 26 | 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Freedom Fall Festival Car, Craft & Vendor Show
Freedom Town Hall, 8966 State Route 700
Browse cars, crafts and local vendors at this relaxed community gathering.
Cost: Confirm with organizer
September 26, October 3 and October 10 | 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
Monroe's Orchard Apple Harvest Festival
6313 Pioneer Trail, Hiram
Celebrate apple season at a family orchard on three consecutive Saturdays.
Cost: Confirm with organizer
Summit County Fall Festivals
Summit County's fall lineup offers food and cultural festivals, live music, historic harvest activities and outdoor fun around Akron and the Cuyahoga Valley.
September 18–20
Cuyahoga Falls Oktoberfest
Downtown Cuyahoga Falls
German food and beer, marching bands, dancers, cover bands and accordion music fill three festive days.
Cost: Free admission
September 19 | Noon–8 p.m.
Music on the Porches
Village of Peninsula
Four stages of live music turn this charming village into a walkable celebration in the national park corridor.
Cost: Free
September 19 | Noon–10 p.m.
Twinsburg Brats & Brews Bash
Glen Chamberlin Park, Twinsburg
German food and brews, live performances and local vendors bring an Oktoberfest feel to Twinsburg.
Cost: Free admission
September 19 | 4–9 p.m.
Akron Latin Festival
Lock 3, Downtown Akron
Celebrate Latin American culture with live performances, food, vendors and dancing.
Cost: Free
September 26–27
Stow Harvest Festival
Heritage Reserve Park, Stow
Enjoy a traditional community harvest celebration presented by the Stow Historical Society.
Cost: Confirm with organizer
October 2–4
Norton Cider Festival
Columbia Woods Park, Norton
Apple decorating, train rides, inflatables, fireworks, food and entertainment celebrate cider season.
Cost: Confirm with organizer
October 3 | 2–7 p.m.
Fall Family Outing
Munroe Falls Metro Park, Lake Area
Lumberjack shows, naturalist activities, hayrides, bonfires, music and food—plus free cider, apples and popcorn.
Cost: Free
October 3–4 and October 10–11
Hale Farm Harvest Festival
Hale Farm & Village, Bath
Experience seasonal life on a 19th-century farm through cider pressing, historic cooking, corn shucking and apple butter making.
Cost: Museum admission applies
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