Fall in the Finger Lakes offers the perfect balance between outdoor adventures and cozy indoor moments. Whether you're picking pumpkins at a local farm, tasting fresh-baked grape pie, or enjoying a small-town festival, Ontario County is full of seasonal experiences.
Annual Honeoye Celtic Festival
Grab your friends and family, head to Birdhouse Brewing (8716 Main Street, Honeoye), and get ready for a day of Celtic music, dancing, and culture at the Honeoye Celtic Festival on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026. Enjoy a packed schedule of live music, dance performances, and mouthwatering dishes.
Sunflower Fest at Pick’n Patch
Celebrate the final days of sunflower blooms at the Sunflower Fest at Pick’n Patch (2205 NY-5, Stanley, N.Y.) through Sept. 6, 2026. Stroll through sunflower fields and capture perfect moments at the various photo spots scattered throughout the site. This is a wallpaper-worthy experience you won’t want to miss.
Seneca Sounds Music & Art Festival
Enjoy a full day of Finger Lakes culture at the Seneca Sounds Music & Art Festival (The Cracker Factory, 35 Lehigh St., Geneva, N.Y.) on Sept. 12, 2026, featuring regional bands, performance artists, local food and art vendors, and more.
Explore Victor Fest
Explore Victor’s vibrant atmosphere with the 5th Annual Explore Victor Fest (39 E Main St., Victor, N.Y.) on Sept. 12, 2026. A family-oriented community event, Victor Fest features local vendors, artisans, live music, food, and games. To delight both adults and kids alike, the festival also showcases more than 50 big trucks and vehicles to explore: fire trucks, construction equipment, military units, cranes, and more.
Fall Fest at Pick’n Patch
Experience all things autumn at the Fall Fest at Pick’n Patch (2205 NY-5, Stanley, N.Y.) through Oct. 31, 2026, and enjoy seasonal traditions such as pumpkins, a corn maze, cider donuts, farm animals, kid attractions, and more.
Naples Grape Festival
Indulge in purple thoughts and grape aromas at the annual Naples Grape Festival (154 N. Main St., Naples, N.Y.) on Sept. 26–27, 2026. Hosted in the “Grape Pie Capital of the World”, the festival celebrates all things grape. Think harvest season at its best—wine tastings, grape-inspired treats like cotton candy and fudge, and the star of the show: grape pie. With artisan vendors, live music, family-friendly activities, and a contest to crown the best grape pie in town, this beloved local tradition will have you coming back for more.
Fun on the Farm
Experience an operating dairy farm during this year's Fun on the Farm event taking place at Lawnhurst Farms (4124 County Road 5, Stanley, N.Y.) on Saturday, September 26. Tour the farm, sample products, and learn more about agriculture. This free family fun event comes around every 2 years and is great for all ages.
Bristol Mountain Fall Sky Rides
Enjoy a full view of the foliage changing colors under your feet at the Fall Sky Rides at Bristol Mountain (5662 NY-64, Canandaigua, N.Y.). Ride the Comet Express chairlift to the summit of the mountain and take in the view of the Bristol Hills. On a clear day, this scenic ride may even let you catch a glimpse of Canandaigua Lake sparkling in the distance.
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