10 Not So Spooky (But Still Festive) Fall Destinations To Visit

The season of fall comes with an influx of interesting things to do around. Right from the dramatic change in scenic weather to fall festivals, the season traverses from the terrain of solitude to adventure. Immerse in the extensive range of gold, crimson, or pumpkin shades with the zest of these Fall Destinations celebrating Fall Festivals. Also, disclaimer, there is a lot more to Fall Festivals than merely Halloween. So rounding up, a guide to “10 Not So Spooky (But Still Festive) Fall Destinations To Visit”.

10 Monkey Buffet Festival, Thailand

Wished to ever witness a monkey feast? Well, the unique Monkey Festival at Phra Prang Sam Yot Temples in Lopburi involves activities such as dances, live performances and, a lavish monkey tea party where tonnes of food, bananas, cucumbers, eggs are laid for monkeys. The celebration is deemed to bring good luck and, as per mythology, to revere monkeys who look like Lord Hanuman, who helped Lord Rama to build the city of Lopburi. The event is on 27th November 2022 this year.

9 Santa Fe Wine & Chile Fiesta, New Mexico

The versatility of the food culture infusing winery and culinary excellence is the highlight of this festival celebrated in New Mexico. Almost 90 wineries serve their world-class wines along with traditional cuisine as well as spicy Asian fusion. An event that started to commemorate the events, chefs, wineries, and recipes since 1991 will be celebrated around 21st - 25th September this year. Tickets can be a pricey affair but worth it. Caveat: Book It In Advance.

8 The Great Jack O’ Lantern Blaze, New York

A Halloween event that is less spooky but more dramatic is “The Great Jack O’ Lantern Blaze,” celebrated in Hudson valley. With more than 7000 glowing pumpkins along the riverside near Van Cortlandt Manor, there are other enchanting activities such as stargazing inside the Pumpkin Planetarium, Watching flying ghosts as well as the mystical appearance of Sleepy Hollow’s Headless Horseman. The tickets for the event start at $32 for adults and $24 for children. The backdrop of Van Cortlandt Manor’s 18th-century buildings, along with the riverside landscape, makes the event more surreal. The event is from 16th September to 20th November with timed entry.

7 Oktoberfest, Germany

Oktoberfest in Munich, Germany, does not need an introduction. This popular festival is the world’s largest folk fest featuring beer and a carnival. Held over for a two-week period, the fest originated in 1810 and has garnered attention globally. Be it wearing traditional costumes such as Dirndls and Lederhosen or listening to Bavarian music while snacking on the pretzel and German beer; this festival is a unique experience.

6 Natchez Balloon Festival, Mississippi

Wishing for a weekend of hot air balloons and incredible live music? The Natchez Balloon Festival has tons of attractions, including a balloon race, live music, food and art stalls, a sports tent, carnival games, and so on. Held from October 14th to October 16th, this festival is celebrated in the historic downtown Natchez, and the tickets range from $35 to $300 as per the day, and the things included within.

5 Warrens Cranberry Festival, Wisconsin

The world’s largest Cranberry festival, Warren’s Cranberry Festival is a massive three-day event in Wisconsin. Featuring a giant parade, flea market, arts and craft fair, antique market, steak frying, pancakes breakfast, and so on, this place also has cranberry marsh & harvest tours, market booths, a berry contest, photography contest. Starting from 23rd to 25th September, it is held from 7 am to 5 pm.

4 National Apple Harvest Festival, Pennsylvania

To celebrate the Fall festival with full fervor, National Apple Harvest Festival is celebrated on 1st - 2nd October as well as 8th-9th October in scenic Adams County, in South Central Pennsylvania. Booth of apple treats, hay rides, steam engine displays, puppet shows, pony rides, and live music, this festival has something for everyone. Started in 1965 as an opportunity for locals to celebrate the area’s apple industry, this festival has bloomed gradually. The ticket cost around $10 only.

3 Pumpkin Festival, New Hampshire

Pumpkin creativity with all the traditional activities can be seen at Pumpkin Festival in New Hampshire. With fun activities such as hayrides, pumpkin carving, pumpkin bowling, zombie walks, Bungee Jump, and Riverside Duck Derby, this festival also has 60 food & craft vendors, pancake breakfast, a beer garden as well the important highlight, the Pumpkin tower with the height of 34 feet are things worth experiencing. The event is from October 14th to October 16th, and tickets are $25 each.

2 Diwali, India

This vibrant festival is celebrated in India with a row of lights, hinting at good over evil. The festival is known as Diwali witnesses fireworks exploding all over, a string of oil lamps at homes, local sweets, visiting each other’s houses, and engaging in the ritual ceremony are a few glimpses of Diwali. This vivacious festival is celebrated all over the world by Hindus, Jain, and Sikhs, and this year falls on October 24th, 2022.

1 Strawberry Fields, Australia

This festival takes one back to the wild lands and is celebrated in the deep bush area on the Murray River. Somewhere, an absolute oasis, it is outside a small farming town called Tocumwal. Around 3 hours from Melbourne and 5 hours from Canberra, this festival has market stalls, gourmet food, art, workshops, galleries, a Ferris Wheel, and a lot more. The event is from 28th to 30th October as well as one can participate in the event as an artist, volunteer, vendor, or performer.