Leaves are changing colors; the air is becoming crisp and the smells of pumpkin spice will soon awaken our senses. Enhance these hallmarks of Autumn and read on to discover a few fall activities to enjoy in Berks.
Hay Creek Festival
Experience life as it was in 18th and 19th century America. Enjoy hands-on activities and various demonstrations such as woodworking. Delicious homemade foods, antique cars and tractors, live entertainment and more round out the offerings. Sept. 6-8, 10am-5pm. Adults: $10; Children (6-12): $2. For more info visit haycreek.org.
Duncan’s Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch
Get lost in a corn maze that twists and turn through 7 acres. Pick out a plump pumpkin from the patch and relax by the open fire roasting hot dogs and marshmallows. This 18th season at Duncan’s in Robesonia will leave you a-MAZE-ed. Sept. 6 to Nov. 3; Fri: 6-9pm, Sat-Sun: 1-9pm. Ages 6+: $8; under age 5: free. For more info visit duncanscornmaze.com.
Weaver’s Orchard Fall Family Fun Days
Gather the kiddos for a day packed with fall fun. Live music, pick-your-own fruit, hayrides, apple cannons, face painting and much more is available for everyone to enjoy. Event runs every Saturday from Sept. 14 to Oct. 26, 10am-5pm. Admission prices vary. Free parking. Visit weaversorchard.com for more details.
Oley Fair
Delicious food, mouthwatering milkshakes, farm animals and carnival rides await. Bring and set up your lawn chairs for live musical entertainment. The giant pumpkins are a must-see! Take your guess at which one will win the weigh-off. Sept. 19-21, 9am-10pm daily at the Oley Fire Company Fairgrounds. Free admission; $5 parking. For more info visit oleyfair.org.
West Reading Fall Fest
Take a walk down Penn Avenue to discover delicious food, crafts, three stages of live music and more. Visit the beer garden to quench your thirst. Kids will enjoy the bounce house, pumpkin painting and more. Sept. 21, 11am-8pm. For more info visit facebook.com/events/357123928335991/.
Oktoberfest at the Reading Liederkranz
If you can’t go to Germany, let Germany come to you! Visit one of the top-rated Oktoberfest celebrations in the USA! Indulge in delicious German foods paired with an ice-cold German beer. Live music, dancing and fun for kids and adults alike. Oct. 2-6, hours vary. Adults: $10; under age 21: free. For more info visit readingliederkranz.com.
Bountiful Harvest
Hop aboard a 1920s train car for a picturesque ride on the rails. Breathe in the crisp fresh scents of fall and enjoy locally grown autumn snacks and delicious cider. Train departure times and prices vary. Oct. 5. Visit colebrookdalerailroad.com or call 610.367.0200 for info.
Organic Halloween
Trick-or-treat for organic goodies on the farm in your favorite Halloween costume. Participate in a farm-wide scavenger hunt or enjoy making a craft. Grab an organically grown pumpkin to take home and decorate. Event is rain or shine, Oct 19, 1-3pm at the Rodale Institute. Admission is $8 and includes one pumpkin. Visit rodaleinstitute.org or call 610.683.1410 for more info.
Pumpkin Patch Train
Hop aboard a beautiful train ride to the Great Pumpkin Patch, kids can pick a pumpkin to bring back to the station where an array of decorating kits await. Runs Oct. 19 & 20 from 1-4pm, departing every hour from the Kempton Train Station. Ages 3 and older: $10; age 2 and under: $2. No reservation required. Visit kemptontrain.com or call 610.756.6469 for more info.
King Frost Parade
The 56th annual King Frost parade is a tradition that brings thousands of spectators to Hamburg each year. Enjoy food, friends and fun. Find a seat on the street early and relax to the musical sounds of various marching bands, admire beautiful floats, masquerades and more! Look for King Frost as he travels near the beginning of the procession. Oct 26, 7pm, downtown Hamburg. For more info visit facebook.com/King-Frost-Parade-64253554995.
