Fall Festivals in The Capital Region: Local Guide 2025

Looking for weekend ideas close to home? Fall in The Capital Region is full of local flavor, including many family-friendly festivals. These events aren’t just fun—they’re a great way to explore neighborhoods, meet local vendors, and feel more connected to the community.

Fall Festivals in The Capital Region

1. Stuyvesant Plaza Autumn Festival (Albany)

• Address: Stuyvesant Plaza

• Dates/Hours: Saturday, October 11th from 11am - 2pm

• Description: Celebrate the magic of the season! Gather your friends and family for an afternoon of fall fun, festive flavors, family friendly activities, and seasonal shopping! 

• Tickets: Free entry

• Parking: Free parking at Stuyvesant Plaza

• Pet Policy: Service animals only

• Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

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2. Autumn Glow Fest (Schenectady)

• Address: Mabee Farm - 1100 Main Street, Rotterdam Junction NY 12150

• Dates/Hours: Every Thursday-Sunday now through Nov 1

• Description: Hundreds of lanterns. One Magical Night. A unique and magical  experience!

• Tickets: Get tickets here

• Parking: Free parking on site

• Pet Policy: Service animals only–no pets

• Accessibility: This is an accessible venue

• Google Maps: Click to open Google map

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3. Pumpkin Party on the Hill (Albany)

• Address: 523 1/2 Pearl Street, Albany

• Dates/Hours: Saturday, October 11th from 12 - 3pm

• Description: This community event will feature pumpkin painting for all ages, a pumpkin carving demo, pumpkin ice cream, and tours of the historic site!

• Tickets: Free entry

• Pet Policy: No pets

• Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible 

• Google Maps: Click to open Google map

4. Hawaiian Oktoberfest (Altamont)

• Address: Indian Ladder Farms, 342  Altamont Rd, Altamont NY

• Dates/Hours: Saturday, October 11th & Sunday, October 12th from Noon - 5pm

• Description: A tropical twist on your favorite Fall Festival, featuring live music, artists and vendors, and Hawaiian inspired food and drink 

• Tickets: Free entry

• Parking: Free parking on site

• Pet Policy: Leashed, well-behaved pets welcome

• Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible 

• Google Maps: Click to open Google Map

5. Lake George Oktoberfest

• Address: Shepherd Park, Lake George

• Dates/Hours: Friday, October 10th through Sunday, October 12th

• Description: The heart of Lake George is transformed into a Bavarian-style street fair to celebrate the arrival of Fall in the Adirondacks!

• Tickets: Free entry

• Parking: Free parking at High Peaks Distilling lot 1 on Canada Street

• Pet Policy: Leashed, well-behaved pets welcome

• Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible pathways

• Google Maps: Click to open Google maps

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6. Oysterfest (Altamont)

• Address: Indian Ladder Farms

• Dates/Hours: October 25th - 26th from noon - 5pm

• Tickets: Free entry

• Pet Policy: Well behaved, leashed pets welcome on grounds, just not inside!

• Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

• Google Maps: Click to open Google maps

7. Dia De Los Muertos Festival (Menands)

• Address: Capital District Regional Market (381 Broadway, Menands)

• Dates/Hours: October 26, 2025 from 11am - 5pm

• Description: Come enjoy a day full of tradition, featuring local vendors, dancing, music, workshops, and inspired food 

• Tickets: Free entry

• Parking: Free parking on site

• Pet Policy: Service animals only

• Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

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Why These Events Matter

Fall festivals give locals a chance to experience Capital Region cities and neighborhoods in new ways. Whether you’re exploring or just looking for things to do this weekend, these events highlight the character, businesses, and people that make our community unique.

Disclaimer

Event details may change. Please confirm dates, ticket information, and policies on the official event websites before attending.