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WEEKENDS
ON THE ROAD
NORTHEAST
VERMONT APPLE FESTIVAL
October 8-9; Springfield, VT
Craft fair, apples, apple cider press, entertainment and other
family activities. Info: (802) 885-2779.
CRANBERRY HARVEST WEEKEND
October 15-16; Nantucket, MA
Guided tours of bogs, cookery contest, marketplace, and crafts
exhibitions. Info: (508) 228-1700.
WITCH’S DUNGEON HORROR MUSEUM
October 14-16, 21-23, 28-30; Bristol, CT
Displays at this museum of classic horrors pay tribute to actors
and makeup artists who created those Hollywood chillers. Walk through
a maze of life-sized replicas of famous monsters, each in a specific
movie scene. Not recommended for children under 6. Info: (860) 583-8306
GRAND ARRIVAL OF THE GREAT PUMPKIN
October 15; Canterbury, CT
Great pumpkin arrives at 1 p.m. by horse and wagon. Other events
include hay rides, hot food, games, tractor rides to the pumpkin patch.
Info: (860) 774-1455
HARVEST FESTIVAL
October 15; Guilford, CT
Food, fun, and festivities including over 100artisans, children's
games, pony rides, moon walk, dancers and singers, home made goods,
silent auction – all on the Town Green. Info: (203) 458-0729
AUTUMN FAIR
October 15; Burlington, VT
Recreation of colonial Vermont fair in this 10th annual event.
Dancing, demonstrations, frontier food. At the Ethan Allen Homestead.
Info: (802) 865-4556.
RAILFANS DAY
October 15-16; North Conway, NH
Full day of railroading activities, special runs, flea market,equipment
demonstrations in this 24th annual event. Info: (603) 356-5251.
FALL FOLIAGE FOOLERIES – THE LEAF SHOW
October 15; North Bennington, VT
Dancers in giant fall colored leaf costumes perform skits to
music and songs. Info: (802) 823-5510.
GREAT TEDDY BEAR JAMBOREE SHOW AND SALE
October 15-16; Bristol, CT
Show for collectors and enthusiasts.Teddy bear activities and
teddy bear hospital are highlights. Info: (860) 583-2562.
BOWEN’S WHARF WATEFRONT SEAFOOD FESTIVAL
October 15-16; Newport, RI
Several waterfront restaurants celebrate the "Harvest of The
Sea". Seafood, entertainment, wine tasting, pumpkin pie contest and
children’s activities. Info: (401) 849-2120.
HARVEST WEEKEND
October 15-16; Sturbridge, MA
Chance to help farmers dig potatoes, husk corn, shell beans and
thresh oat; watch 19th-century beekeeping demonstration. At Old Sturbridge
Village. Info: (508) 347-3362, (800) SEE-1830.
APPLEFEST
October 15-16; Wachusett Mountain, MA
Craft fair with more than 75 exhibits; farmers market, German
music, SkyRide to enjoy fall foliage. At. Info: (978) 464-2300.
WESTPORT HARVEST FESTIVAL
October 15-16; Westport, MA
Old-fashioned country festival celebrating farming and fishing;
parade and 5K road race celebrating the harvest and Halloween; farmers'
market, children's activities, scarecrow contest, and pony & hay rides.
Info: (508) 636-6504.
PLIMOTH PLANTATION: 1621 HARVEST FEAST
October 16; Plymouth, MA
Colonists and the Wampanoag Indians originally enjoyed an autumnal
feast of wild fowl, venison, duck, geese and deer. Enjoy the same bill
of fare, representing the bounty of the forest and shores. Advanced
reservations required. At Plimouth Plantation. Info: (508) 746-1622.
HEAD OF THE CHARLES REGATTA
October 22-23; Cambridge-Boston, MA
One of the world's largest rowing events with more than 4,500
rowers; eight championship events, and 17 other races for classes such
as youths, veteran and lightweights. Info: (617) 864-8415.
GHOST TRAIN
October 22-23; Essex, CT
Spooky train ride with ghosts and goblins along the way. Info:
(860) 767-0103
HALLOWEEN HIKE
October 23; Exeter, RI
Guided mile-long hike through the nighttime woods. Encounter
characters who explore the myths, legends and creatures associated with
Halloween. At Gisherville Brook Wildlife Refuge. Advanced registration
required. Info: (401) 949-5454.
PUMPKIN FESTIVAL
October 23; Keene, NH
Attempt to break the Guinness 1997 record of 13,521 lit pumpkins,
trick or treating, hay rides, parade, costumes. Info: (603) 358-5344.
PUMPKIN PATCH RUN AND SPOOKY EXPRESS
October 23-24; North Conway, NH
Tricks and treats await those who dare to ride aboard this Halloween
train. Info: (603) 356-5251.
A FAMILY HALLOWEEN
October 31; Woodstock, VT
Mystery stories, pumpkin carvings, costume parade, wagon rides,
children in costume with adult free. At Billings Farm & Museum. Info:
(802) 457-2355.
HARVEST FESTIVAL
October 31; Rutland, VT
Annual event includes crafts, music demonstrations, hayrides pumpkin
carving contest. At Sepot park. Info: (802) 287-2460
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NEW YORK CITY MARATHON
November 6; New York, NY
Tens of thousands of runners from all over the world run the 5
boroughs with some 2 million watching. Info: (212) 860-4455.
KEUKA HOLIDAYS
November 4-6; Finger Lakes, NY
Celebration of holiday cheer along the Keuka Lake Winery Route.
Info: (800) 440-4898.
CELEBRATION OF AMERICAN CRAFTS
November 12-December 23; New Haven, CT
National juried and invitational exhibition and sale of contemporary
fine arts by more than 400 craftspersons. Info: (203) 562-4927.
WATERFIRE PROVIDENCE
November 12; Providence, RI
Over eighty bonfires illuminate the waters along the providence
River, accompanied by rythmic music - best seen along scenic riverbank
walkway or by paddling or cruising in the river. Info: (401) 272-3111.
BELLS OF NEW ENGLAND
November 19; Boston, MA
A Hub tradition. More than 30 handbell choirs participate in a
traditional tree-lighting ceremony. At Faneuil Hall Marketplace.
Info: (617) 338-2323 or (617) 523-1300/(617) 536-4100.
TELLABRATION! AN EVENING OF STORYTELLING FOR GROWN-UPS
November 19; Statewide, CT
A statewide storytelling festival. Simultaneous storytelling events
for adults. Info: (860) 439-2764.
FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS
November 19- January 3; Niagara Falls, NY
Annual events highlighted by nightly entertainment, outdoor displays,
and lights throughout downtown and on main approaches. Falls are
lit as are the visitors' center and walkways. Also see decorations
on the Canadian side. Info: (716) 285-9141.
ANNIVERSARY OF WASHINGTON'S RETREAT
November 19-20; Fort Lee, NJ
Fort Lee Historical Park recalls George Washington's march across
the Hudson River into New Jersey on the way to Pennsylvania, before
rallying in the famous Christmas crossing of the Delaware. Info:
(201) 461-3956.
THANKSGIVING AT OLD STURBRIDGE VILLAGE
November 24; Sturbridge, MA
Event recalls Thanksgiving in the 1830's. Women prepare food and
interpreters re-create the period at Village House. Other highlights
include services at the meetinghouse and a thanksgiving dinner
(reservations required). Info: (508) 347-3362.
LIGHTS ON THE LAKE
November 24-January 3: Liverpool, NY
Two mile drive through illumination of life versions of childrens'
toys, and depictions of Syracuse traditions. Music special effects,
and costumed characters. Info: (315) 451- PARK.
MACY'S THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE
November 24 New York, NY
A Thanksgiving tradition, this parade from 77th to 34th Street
on Manhattan's West Side features floats, marching bands on those
famous giant helium-filled balloons. By the way, the balloons
are filled the night before, another interesting show. Info: (212)
695-4400.
CHRISTMAS PARADE
November 25; Schenectady, NY
Nighttime parade with bands, floats, marching bands and more.
Described as the largest nighttime parade in the Northeast. Info:
(518) 372-5656.
MYSTIC SEAPORT FIELD DAYS
November 25-26; Mystic, CT
Special activities for Thanksgiving weekend at the Mystic Seaport
include wagon rides, food, entertainment and outdoor games on
the green Info: (860) 572-5315.
VICTORIAN HOLIDAY HORSE AND CARRIAGE PARADE
November 27; Portland, ME
Over 25 horse drawn carriages parade through the downtown area.
Info: (207) 772-6828.
EDITOR'S NOTE: Events are listed by date and location as submitted to
OTR Travel Information Services, Inc. Dates for this publication were
provided by event chairpersons, local chambers of commerce, or convention
and visitors bureaus and are subject to change. Please confirm the date
and location of events with the you are planning to attend in case an
activity has been canceled or rescheduled.
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EDITOR'S NOTE: Events are listed by date and location as submitted to
OTR Travel Information Services, Inc. Dates for this publication
were provided by event chairpersons, local chambers of commerce,
or convention and visitors bureaus and are subject to change.
Please confirm the date and location of events with the you
are planning to attend in case an activity has been canceled
or rescheduled.
MID-ATLANTIC
BATTLE OF GERMANTOWN REENACTMENT
October 8; Philadelphia, PA
More than 400 costumed troops recreate Revolutionary War battle of October
4, 1777. Info: (215) 848-1777.
VICTORIAN WEEK
October 7-16; Cape May, NJ
Celebration of Cape May’s Victorian heritage with Victorian home tours,
crafts, concerts, lectures, meals and more. Info: (609) 884-5404.
PINE BARRENS JAMBOREE
October 8; Toms River, NJ
Annual Music of the Pine Barrens event. Also crafts, food, kids games
and canine rentals. Info: (609) 971-3085.
OYSTER FESTIVAL
October 8; Chincoteague Island, VA
Oysters fixed in a number of ways on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Info: (757)
336-6161.
APPLE BUTTER FESTIVAL
October 8-9; Berkeley Springs, WV
Fall festival celebrates spicy apple butter. Parade, mountain music, crafts,
farmers market, fall foliage and lots of apple butter are some
highlights. Info: (304) 258-3738.
HARVEST FESTIVAL
October 16; Roanoke, VA
Country music, square dancing, line dancing, and pumpkin demonstrations,
carriage rides, and demonstrations of skills. Info: (540) 342-2028
INTERNATIONAL GOLD CUP
October 15; The Plains, VA
Steeplechase racing features thoroughbreds racing over obstacles, brush,
timber fences, field and stream. Info: (540) 347-1215.
EIGHTEENTH CENTURY AUTUMN MARKET FAIR
October 15-16; McLean, VA
Crafts, games, music and dancing. Info: (703) 442-7557.
GRAND MILITIA MUSTER
October 15-16; St. Marys, MD
Described as the largest gathering of 17th century reenactment groups
in the U.S. Contests of skill and camp life demonstrations.
Info: (301) 862-0990 or (800) SMC-1634.
ST. MARY’S COUNTY OYSTER FESTIVAL
October 15-16; Leonardstown, MD
Oysters served in various style. Highlight is the national oyster-shucking
contest. Also a cookoff. Info: (301) 863-5015
APPLE FESTIVAL
October 15-16; Chester, NJ
Celebration of fall at the Cooper Gristmill. Info: (908) 879-5463
FALL FOLIAGE ALONG THE M&H RAILROAD
October 15-23; Middletown, PA
Ride the M&H Railroad along the scenic Swatter Creek when autumn colors
are at their peak. Live narration and music. Near Hershey and
Harrisburg. Info:(717) 944-4435
FULTON FALL FOLK FESTIVAL
Through October 16; McConnellsburg, PA
County-wide event celebrating Fall activities such as horse pulls, tractor
competitions, apple butter boil, and craft and antique sales.
Camping available at Cowans Gap. Info: (717) 485-4064
FALL FOLIAGE FESTIVAL
Through October 16; Clifton Forge, VA
Crafts, crafts demonstrations, entertainment, food and brilliant colors
of fall foliage of the Allegheny Highlands. Info: (540) 862-2000.
YORKTOWN DAY
October 22; Yorktown, VA
Recalls time and place when the Revolutionary War ended. Costumed re-enactment
of Cornwallis’s surrender, military parade, patriotic music
and entertainment. Info: (804) 898-3400.
GREAT PUMPKIN CARVE
October 27-29; Chadds Ford, PA
Local artists crave pumpkins on the gourds of the Chadds Ford Historical
Society. Info: (610) 388-7376.
BLUE RIDGE FOLKLIFE
October 29; Ferrum, VA
Authentic folk culture on display at Ferrum College. Local indigenous
foods, music and crafts. Info: (540) 365-4415 or (540) 365-4416.
A TASTE OF CHADDS FORD
October 29; Chadds Ford, PA
"Pompion" is what pumpkin was called in the early 1700’s. This event provides
a view on how pumpkin was prepared then and how people lived
at that time. At the Chadds Ford Historical Society. Info: (610)
388-7376.
FOUR CENTURIES IN A WEEKEND….A JOURNEY THROUGH UNION COINTY’S HISTORY
October 29-30; Union County, NJ
Tour of 20 historic house museums dating from the 1600s through 1920 will
feature programs/activities.. Info: (908)558-2550
SEA WITCH HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL
October 29-30; Rehobeth Beach, Dewey Beach, DE
Sea witch hunt, broom tossing contest, best costumed pet contest, scarecrow
making contest, haunted house, costume parade, horse-drawn hayrides,
entertainment and more. Info: (800) 441-1329.
BUCKS COUNTY PUMPKINFEST
October 29-30; Doylestown, PA
Two days of fun filled family activities including food, games, music,
hayrides, museum tours, and the carving of huge pumpkins into
designs by an artist.At Fonthill Park. Info: (215) 345-6722.
HAUNTED TRAIN RIDES
October 28-30; Middletown, PA
Walk through haunted Pullman sleeping car then board spooky train for one
hour ride through scary woods.Trackside displays. Reservations
recommended. Near Hershey and Harrisburg. Info: (717) 944-4435
LONGWOOD GARDENS CHRYSNTHEMUM FESTIVAL
October 29-November 23; Kennett Square, PA
More than 15,000 chrysanthemums and topiaries are featured in indoor displays.
Also performances and special events. Info: (610) 388-1000.
SPOOKTACULAR
October 29; Freehold, NJ
Parade through out town, culminating with contest/costume. Prizes and
refreshments. Info: (732) 462-3584
GHOST WALK
October 30; Big Pool, MD
Walk through a haunted house and forest at Fort Frederick State Park. Info:
(301) 842-2155.
HALLOWEEN PARADE
October 31; Toms River, NJ
Said to be the largest Halloween parade in the country with some 7,ooo
participants in a one mile parade route. Info: (732) 341-1000.
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URBANNA OYSTER FESTIVAL
Through November 6; Urbanna, VA
"Official" oyster festival of Virginia features street
sales, carnival, arts and crafts, seafood, firemen's parade
and oyster festival parade. Info: (804) 758-0368.
ANNAPOLIS BY CANDELIGHT
Through November 6; Annapolis, MD
Tour of historic homes which span three centuries of architectural
design. Info: (410) 626-1030.
VIRGINIA
THANKSGIVING FESTIVAL
November 6; Charles City County, VA
Re-creation of an early Thanksgiving which occurred in the area
at the Berkley Plantation in 1619. Info: (804) 272-3226.
WATERFOWL FESTIVAL
November 11-13; Easton, MD
Three day event features top wildlife exhibitors, Wildlife art,
carvings sculpture, photography, books, gifts, decoys
and antique guns. Demonstrations and Wild Duck and Goose
Calling Contests. Info: (410) 822-4567.
GINGERBREAD HOUSE COMPETITION
November 16-January 1; Lahaska, PA
Design, bake and decorate competition to build the best Christmas
Gingerbread House. Info: (215) 794-4000.
SUGARLOAF'S FALL CRAFTS FESTIVAL
November 17-20; Gaithersburg, MD
500 professional artisans display and sell original creations.
Info: (301) 990-1400.
GETTYSBURG ADDRESS MEMORIAL CEREMONY
November 19; Gettysburg, PA
Anniversary of Lincoln's Gettysburg address is celebrated with
brief memorial at the Sodiers' national Monument at the
Gettysburg National Cemetery. Info: (717) 334-6274.
CHRISTMAS AT OATLANDS PLANTATION
November 19-December 28; Leesburg, VA
Holiday season as it was celebrtaed by three generations
by tge famiklies who lived in hbis landmark dwelling (1893-1923).
Costued tour guides in re-enactments with music. Info:
(703) 777-3174.
VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS TOURS
November 22-January 2; Wilmington, DE
Rockwood Manor House is fully decorated for a Victorian family
Christmas, complete with decorations, Christmas gifts
and turkey dinner. Info: (302) 761-4340.
TURKEY TROT
November 244; Parkersburg, WV
Three mile Thanksgiving Day fun run and walk. Info: (304) 424-4393.
THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE
November 24; Philadelphia, PA
A local television station (Channel 6) is the sponsor of what
used to be the Gimbels Parade. A Philadelphia tradition
that draws hundreds of thousands. Info: (215) 581-4529.
FOODS
AND FEASTS OF COLONIAL VIRGINIA
November 24-25; Yorktown, VA
Explore 17th century foodways of Virginioa. See how food was presewred
and stored at land and sea by settlers and Native Americans.
Info: (757) 253-4838 or 1-888-593-4682.
FESTIVAL
OF TREES
November 25-27; Chestertown, MD
Christmas trees displayed, decorated by local individuals, organizations
and businesses. Chance to vote for your favorite tree.
Info: (410) 778-5533.
EDITOR'S NOTE: Events are listed
by date and location as submitted to OTR Travel Information Services,
Inc. Dates for this publication were provided by event chairpersons,
local chambers of commerce, or convention and visitors bureaus and are
subject to change. Please confirm the date and location of events with
the you are planning to attend in case an activity has been canceled
or rescheduled.
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