The Amish Experience has guided tours for those wanting to learn more about and interact with the Amish community. Watch "Jacob's Choice", a film focused on today's Amish culture and explore at the homestead and schoolhouse.
Enjoy farm animals, artisans, a schoolhouse and more while learning about the Amish community at The Amish Farm & House. You can also take their Countryside Bus Tour and attend fun events year-round.
Tour an 1840s Amish farmhouse and explore 12-acres of grounds at The Amish Village..
A horse and buggy ride is one of the most iconic ways to experience Lancaster County, PA. If you’re looking for a peaceful way to explore Amish Country.
Here in Lancaster, families and couples alike can experience life on the farm at a Farm Stay, where warm hospitality and authenticity is plentiful. Wake up to a delicious farm fresh breakfast that will keep you full as you help with the morning chores – feeding the animals, collecting eggs from the hen house, and more.
Old Windmill Farm offers a guided tour of their working Amish farm, you’ll meet the goats, cows, and chickens who live there. Kids can bottle feed a calf, pet the friendly goats, and gather fresh eggs laid by the chickens.
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Saturday, October 3 | 8 AM - 12 PM
Kick off the harvest season at Lancaster Central Market with everyone’s favorite Harvest Breakfast, featuring farm-to-table food, live entertainment, and family fun.
Saturday and Sunday, October 17 - 26
All aboard the Middletown and Hummelstown Railroad to see fall foliage and pick the perfect pumpkin on the Pumpkin Patch Train!
Saturday and Sunday, October 10 - 11
Harvest Days is Landis Valley Village & Farm Museum signature fall festival celebrating Pennsylvania German agricultural traditions and 19th-century rural life. This beloved annual event features traditional crafts, seasonal foods, music, and hands-on activities for all ages.
Saturday, September 26
Whether you’re a kid or just young at heart, the Cider Donut Fall Festival at Cherry Crest Adventure Farm promises a day packed with laughter, adventure, and, most importantly, mouthwatering delights. Embrace the crisp autumn air as you enjoy a variety of treats, from our classic cider donuts to innovative donut creations that will tempt your taste buds.
Friday & Saturday, September 18 - 19
Every year Kitchen Kettle Village pays tribute to tailgating season with a two-day food festival filled with delicious and fun events. Savor a tasty sample of homemade tailgate foods at one of our grills or restaurants.
Saturdays and Sundays, September 19 - October 31
Happy Hauntings is a spooktacular family-friendly Halloween event at Dutch Wonderland.
Friday, Saturday and Sunday, October 2 - 31
Celebrate fall with your friends and family on The 1978 annual Pumpkin Junction Fall Festival at Strasburg Rail Road.Enjoy games, food and a Pumpkin carving contest! Suddenly the contest is mysteriously sabotaged, our gang of amateur sleuths make it their mission to uncover the mystery that lies behind this year's old tradition. Be a part of the mystery as our group tries to solve the case of the Haunting of Pumpkin Junction.
Saturday, October 31 | 9:30 AM
Perfect for the kids, Kitchen Kettle Village, is hosting its annual Yummie's Boo Bash. You and your family can safely enjoy a meal, some colorful characters, including Yummie, a costume contest, special treats, and more!
HALLOWEEN ACTIVITIES
As the weather get's cooler look to PA Dutch dishes to warm you and keep you full!
PLACES TO EAT IN PA DUTCH COUNTRY
Lancaster County has plenty of great coffee spots to check out! Fall is the perfect time to grab a hot drink and relax as the fall weather sets in.
Foodies love Lancaster County for its wide variety of restaurants serving cuisine from around the world. Check out our options for international dining.
Whether you prefer fine dining, an authentic Pennsylvania Dutch meal, or indulging at a casual restaurant, you'll find it all here.
What's better than a good ole corn maze? Explore the best corn mazes in Lancaster County, PA, where family friendly farms, interactive attractions, and multi-acre maze adventures make fall one of the most exciting times to visit.
150 Cherry Hill Rd, Ronks
Starts July 1st
Five time nominee for #1 Corn Maze in America by USA Today, Cherry Crest Adventure Farm 5-acre maze is a must-visit.
2900 Oregon Pike, Lititz
Starts Saturday, September 12
Explore their nearly 12 acre maze and enjoy many more on-site activities at Oregon Dairy.
2395 Covered Bridge Dr, Lancaster
Sunday - Tuesday, October 11 - 13
Visit during The Amish Farm and House's Fall Farm Festival to experience the corn maze on their 15 acre farm along with other family friendly activities.
TOP 7 CORN MAZES
If you're looking for more creative activities to do then you should check out Horst Arts where you get test out your imagination, Painting with a Twist where a professional painter will guide you through your own painting, or start felting at The Felted Fox.
Take a class at Lancaster Creative Factory, where you can take a variety of classes ranging from making mugs, bowls, and plates, to hand-building with clay, blowing glass, and even date night classes like glass blowing and wheel throwing.
Join local artist, Jo, at her Watercolor Club happening every Friday throughout the month of June.Come as you are, grab your favorite supplies, and explore color, gesture, and mood.
Unique Lancaster Experiences offers a variety of tours and experiences in Lancaster, PA! Book an International Food Tour, Lancaster History & Breakfast Walking Tour or head outside for an Electric Bicycle Tour. If you are looking for more kid-friendly experience try their Lancaster City Scavenger Hunt.
Head to Laserdome, a and let the summer fun begin with holographic theater adventures, laser tag and arcade games!
Catch a game this season with the Lancaster Stormers! Their season kicks off towards the end of the month.
The PotteryWorks is a creative studio located in Downtown Lancaster that offers artists a comfortable and well-equipped space to paint pottery.
If you prefer to create beaded jewelry instead, you can visit the nearby The BeadWorks and The Gem Den, where you'll find a wide selection of beautiful beads and gems to inspire your crafting projects.
There is no better way to bond than trying to problem solve case! There are many escape rooms across the county, pick one or multiple that you feel fun!
Enjoy small-town fun with First Fridays in downtown Lancaster, First Thursdays in Manheim, and Second Fridays in Lititz every month.
Start planning your trip to Lancaster County, PA with top-tier overnight destinations that fit exactly what you need. Book today!
Looking for more items to added to your Fall shopping list, to totally deck out your life in everything fall? Well, there are tons of local shops that you should check out this Fall.
Shop these Lancaster retailers online to bring the charm of Lancaster County, PA right to your home and skip the stress of in-person shopping.
In 2026, America will celebrate the 250th anniversary of its independence! Travel to Lancaster County, PA to experience America's rich history and heritage.
Enjoy live music across the county, at local wineries and restaurants to bars and concert venues like, Tellus 360 and Mickey's Black Box.
If you're feeling adventurous, try ziplining or a high ropes course for an adrenaline rush.
Visit Eastland Alpacas for a fun day meeting friendly alpacas in a natural farm setting. You should also visit The Wolf Sanctuary of PA, they offer educational tours for children and adults, with a chance to view the wolves in their natural habitat and to learn about their behavior and biology.
No matter the season, did you know that caves stay an average temperature year round? Indian Echo Caverns is 52 degrees inside, rain or shine. Year round, 7 days a week, you can explore the cavern, and enjoy a petting zoo and playground. Plan about 45 minutes for the full tour, and pack your lunch as not to interrupt the little explorers!
Explore Lancaster County's backroads this season by going on a self-guided covered bridge tour. Explore the beauty of Fall while driving on our backroads in Lancaster, PA. With over 25 covered bridges, you can witness the old-world charm, rich history, and stunning architecture as you pass through them.
Ride scooters or scoot coupes over creeks and through covered‑bridge country with Strasburg Scooters; dress for wind at 25+ mph.
Lancaster County is home to some of the country's best hiking and biking trails and outdoor adventures.
Don't miss out on seeing a concert in Lancaster! American Music Theatre hosts a ton throughout the year, and Mickey's Black Box and Lititz Shirt Factory hosts a plethora of concerts.
Just outside of the county is Giant Center in Hershey, which hosts big-name acts.
Take the day and hang out and enjoy a playwright at Gretna Theatre or see a traditional movie at Reel Cinemas Lancaster!
Picking Pumpkins in Lancaster County, PA
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Things to do in October in Lancaster, PA
Fall festivals, family fun and cultural happenings.
Festivals and Fairs in Lancaster County, PA
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Fall Foliage in Lancaster County
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301 Gap Rd Ronks, PA 17572 1-800-514-3849
400 Long Lane Lancaster, PA 17603 (717) 872-9311
2775 Lebanon Road Manheim, PA 17545 (717) 665-7021
3529 Old Philadelphia Pike Intercourse, PA 17534 (717) 768-8261
12 North Prince Street Lancaster, PA 17603 (717) 397-7425
150 Cherry Hill Rd Ronks, PA 17572 (717) 687-6843
1489 Grandview Rd Mount Joy, PA 17552 (717) 653-4825
2249 Lincoln Highway East Lancaster, PA 17602 (717) 291-1888
23 North Market Street Lancaster, PA 17603 (717) 735-6890
2451 Kissel Hill Rd Lancaster, PA 17601-4809 (717) 569-0401
136 Brown Street Middletown, PA 17057 (717) 944-4435
454 New Holland Ave Lancaster, PA 17602 (717) 509-6363
510 Centerville Road Lancaster, PA 17601 (717) 898-1900
191 College Ave Mountville, PA 17554 (717) 285-7748
2900 Oregon Pike Lititz, PA 17543 (717) 742-7727
246 N. Decatur Street Strasburg, PA 17579 (717) 344-2488
1653 Lititz Pike, #501 Lancaster, PA 17601 (717) 356-0070
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