With the arrival of fall, Lehigh Valley offers its unique charm and cozy atmosphere. Take advantage of the season by checking off these top activities before the cooler weather sets in.
1. Valley Fruits & Veggies Located in Bethlehem, PA this family started their farming adventure with one acre of strawberry plants and the desire to provide you with the best farm experience possible. Flash forward to today and they are humbled by the growth of their farm and their following. Valley fruits & veggies promise a great product, with amazing sweet treats, for the entire family to enjoy. Each year they have a fall festival for a seasonal celebration filled with vibrant foliage, crisp air, and an array of exciting activities. From pumpkin patches to hayrides, corn maze, Glow Maze, and wonderful events to mouthwatering treats, immerse yourself in the essence of fall and create cherished memories with family and friends. In addittion to all of the fall activities, Choice realty is offering exclusive offer for our clients and referrals: Buy one daytime pass at regular price and get a free corn maze! To receive a coupon click HERE to sign up for our newsletter!
2. Grim's Orchard & Family Farms: Located in Breinigsville, PA this family farm started as 17 acres of land growing feed corn, wheat, barley, and oats, and raised over 3,000 chickens, and planted a one acre garden. Today's Grim's in Lehigh Valley has not only a fresh produce market but thousands of apple, strawberry, cherry, and pumpkins plants to choose from.
Best Ways to Enjoy Grim's Each Season
- Enjoy the Fall Festival mid-September each year, featuring attractions like the corn maze, cattle rides, hayrides, and pick-your-own apples and pumpkins! Pick from more than 23 varieties of apples along with other farm favorites. Browse the farm stand for delicious apple cider, baked goods, and more, or make your way our to the patch for the perfect pumpkin just waiting to be your next jack-o’-lantern!
- Fries raised from the ground up by digging up your own potatoes in the summer.
- Snap away in the sunflower fields during August for just $5.
- And of course, pick-your-own fruits & veggies in season, from Apples, Cherries, Green Beans, Zucchini, Eggplant, Tomatoes, Peppers, and more.
3. Local Corn Mazes:
- Bear Rock Junction
Beginning September 23 - October 29
Spanning just over two acres, this corn maze at Bear Rock Junction is the perfect outing for families! Activities within the maze include a scavenger hunt and fun trivia questions to get you thinking. For even more fun, hop on a hayride, race along go-kart tracks, or play a round Glow Golf (even the golf balls glow in the dark!) on site. In October, you can pick your own pumpkins from their patch.
- Juniperdale Farms & The Produce Crib
Saturdays & Sundays in October, 12-4 p.m.
Every weekend in October, enjoy free hayrides to the pumpkin patch to choose the perfect pumpkin right off the vine. Take in the farm scenery and shop various fall decorations, pumpkins, and squash available for purchase. On select weekends enjoy apple picking and choose from sweet, tart, baking and fresh eating apples!
- Olde Stone Farm
Saturdays & Sundays in October, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Your $10 entry fee at Olde Stone Farm includes the corn maze, a tractor-pulled hay ride, seasonal games, and a chance to visit with friendly farm animals. Children under 2 get in free. Complete your "happy fall y'all" look with corn stalks, straw bales, gourds, and colorful mums, all available for sale. Located between Easton and Hellertown in the scenic Stouts Valley.
4. Apple Picking: There's no food that welcomes the feeling of fall like freshly-picked apples. In Lehigh Valley, you'll find a number of locations offering locally-grown varieties, both in pre-picked and pick-your-own options. Before you head to the grocery store to stock up, consider paying a visit to one of these local pick-your-own farms, each offering the chance to head out to the fields and stock up on fall's sweetest treat.
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- Bob White Acres: Coopersburg, PA
- Gogle Farms: Coplay, PA
- Scholl Orchards: Bethlehem, PA
- Bechdolt's Orchards: Hellertown, PA
5. Breweries: If fall in Lehigh Valley wasn’t awesome enough, the region’s award-winning breweries are flowing with seasonal suds! While “pumpkin spice” is in everything edible nowadays, actual pumpkin beers date back to colonial America, so this isn’t just some trend. From mild to malty. From sweet to sour. These are some of the best pumpkin beers to pick while you enjoy autumn vibes in Lehigh Valley, PA.
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- Two Rivers Brewing Company: Easton, PA
- Funk Brewing: Emmaus, PA
- Fegley’s Brew Works: Bethlehem, PA
- Taylor House Brewing: Catasauqua, PA
6. The Bethlehem Dairy Store: Enjoy a fresh-baked apple dumpling topped with homemade vanilla ice cream from the Bethlehem Dairy Store.
7. Easton Farmer's Market: The Easton Farmers’ Market is America’s oldest, continuous open-air market dating back to 1752. Meet the local farmers, food artisans and specialty product makers who continue the long tradition of commerce in downtown Easton.
Hours: Regular Season: Saturdays: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. (May - Dec.) - Scott Park on Larry Holmes Dr., Easton
8. Oktober Fest: Now in its 14th year, Oktoberfest, presented by Lehigh Valley International Airport, will be held October 4-6 & 11-13, 2024 at SteelStacks. Bethlehem Oktoberfest 2024 features authentic German food and beer, live music, local artisans, as well as attractions like the popular (and very silly) dachshund parade, Dragtoberfest, a steinholding competition, and activities for kids.
9. Air Tour: What better way to experience the fall foliage than with a bird’s eye view? See the beauty of fall in the Pocono Mountains with an air tour! Ascend over well-known waterways and mountains bursting with vibrant hues. Buckle up for a private tour for two, and see the aerial sights of the region.
10. Stock Car Racing Experience: You've watched the racecar drivers all summer long, now it's your turn! Pocono Raceway, home of the legendary "tricky triangle", offers a Stock Car Racing Experience. Feel like a pro as you drive or ride behind the wheel of a 600 horsepower NASCAR-style stock car. The car reaches speeds up to 165 miles per hour allowing drivers to feel the rush that until now was only known in the racing world.
11. Appalachian Mountain Trail: The Appalachian Trail is a bucket-list must-do for any hiker or outdoor adventurer. This epic trek covers over 2,000 miles across 14 states, and 28 of those miles traverse the peaks of the Poconos along Kittatinny Ridge and Blue Mountain. The friendly and historic town of Delaware Water Gap is a popular stop for AT hikers, and it’s an ideal base for an out-and-back day trip along the Appalachian Trail. Hike beneath the beautiful changing leaves and admire the panoramic views of the Delaware River as you crest Mount Minsi.
12. Ziplining: For fall foliage views you won’t find anywhere else, take a treetop zip line ride in the Pocono Mountains! Race along scenic stretches on a high-speed, high-adrenaline adventure! Fly solo or soar across the skyline in pairs!
13. Mountain Adventures: Take a closer look at the fiery fall foliage when you climb through the treetops at a Poconos adventure park! Travel from tree to tree as you work your way through challenging aerial obstacles including swinging bridges, rope sections, suspended logs, wire cables and more!
14. Biking: Conquer the 25-mile Lehigh Gorge Trail among a canopy of fiery reds, yellows and oranges! Journey through the Lehigh Gorge State Park along the Lehigh River to experience some of the region’s best foliage. Take on the full 25-mile trail, or opt for a shorter 10 or 15-mile ride. The gentle downhill trail is popular among people with every fitness level. Bring your own wide-tired bike, or rent one.
15. Brew & Chili Harvest Festival: Looking for the perfect fall time fun activity to do with the family? Head to Country Junction for family fun, outdoor activities and fair food. Featuring fresh harvested produce! This event takes place on September 21-22 starting at 11am!
16. Oktoberfest: Save the date and for Wallenpaupack Brewing Company's annual Oktoberfest celebration on September 22! Enjoy German inspired beer, food specials, celebratory Holzfass tapping, official U.S. Steinholding competition, Oktoberfest game and live tunes with The Schützengiggles Oompah Band bringing the German vibes from 12-4 p.m.! This will be a day of dancing, fun, and great memories made. Prost! Stay tuned on their social media for more details.
