Fall Festivals & Fun Await in Cumberland Valley

The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources estimates that peak fall foliage in southcentral PA will hit the fourth week of October in 2024. So, there's still plenty of time to plan your ultimate autumn getaway in Cumberland Valley!

This region truly comes alive in the fall, offering a vibrant escape filled with festivals, delicious food, brilliant foliage, and endless fun. Cruise along the back roads, where the dazzling colors of our landscape will have you saying "ooh" and "aah" at every turn. Be sure to stop by roadside stands for fresh-picked seasonal produce or head to local farm markets to pick your own apples and pumpkins, take a hayride, or get lost in a corn maze.

Mix and match your favorite events with outdoor adventures and delightful craft beverages. Here are some highlights to help you start planning your visit:

Festivals

Pennsboro Pumpkin Fest at Adams-Ricci Park in Enola on October 12 & 13, 2024, is a beloved family-friendly event featuring craft vendors, live entertainment, children’s activities, a car show (on Saturday), and an incredible variety of food vendors. Plus, admission and parking are free!

Fall Furnace Fest at Pine Grove Furnace State Park on October 19 & 20, 2024, offers food and craft vendors, live entertainment, historical demonstrations, hayrides, and the popular "Hairy Hand" program, where lit pumpkins are floated in the lake on Saturday evening.

Shippensburg Pumpkin Festival at the Shippensburg Fairgrounds from October 25-27, 2024, features live pumpkin carving, food trucks, craft vendors, live music, hayrides, and more.

Beer Trail

Let’s be honest—craft beer is great any time of year, but there's something special about savoring seasonal brews in the fall. Taste the flavors from more than 25 breweries, wineries, cideries, and distilleries when you sign up for the free digital Cumberland Valley Beer Trail passport.

Outdoor Adventure

With warm days, cool nights, and vibrant fall foliage, Cumberland Valley is the perfect spot for outdoor enthusiasts. Check out our Top 10 overlooks for breathtaking views of the changing colors, bike along the 13-mile Cumberland Valley Rail Trail for a colorful ride through wooded corridors and rolling farmlands, or cast your line in the world-renowned Yellow Breeches Creek, a designated Pennsylvania Scenic River.

Start Planning Now

Order your free visitor guide now. Your perfect fall escape is waiting in Cumberland Valley. We can't wait to welcome you!