Looking for the best fall festivals, autumn markets, and harvest celebrations in our area? Autumn is here, bringing cool air, colorful leaves, and a calendar packed with family-friendly events. Whether you are searching for local pumpkin patches, craft fairs, or scenic hayrides for the kids, I've gathered all the top local autumn activities in one convenient guide. Grab your favorite cozy sweater, check out the event list below, and start planning your ultimate family fall bucket list!
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Thank you, Sponsors!
Special thanks to Schuylkill Outdoor Markets for being a 2026 partner and directly supporting Macaroni KID Mt. Carmel - Schuylkill - Pottsville and our community outreach projects!
Remaining Fall 2026 Market Dates:
- Ghosts, Ghouls, and Goblins of Girardville Market on 10/10 (Find me there and drop off your costume for the Halloween Costume Swap Shop)
- Pumpkins of Port Carbon Market on 10/18
Read more about these seasonal markets: Halloween Fun Coming to Schuylkill Outdoor Markets!
Fall Festivals and Markets
Fresh produce. Handmade decor. Handcrafted home goods. Shop small and support local this fall! The Schuylkill County area is full of picturesque fall festivals with hay rides, apple cider, corn mazes, and more!
Looking for all things Spooky Season in and around Schuylkill County? Check out the guide to Local Trick-or-Treat Times & Halloween Events 2026 | Skook & Beyond!
Pumpkin Patches, Hayrides, and More Extended Fall Fun
Other Community Highlights
These events may not be JUST for fall but are wonderful highlights happening in the community this autumn.
- Jerry Enders & Bill Higgins Fall Fest Car Show- Presented by Pioneer Pole Buildings on 10/4 in Schuylkill Haven
- South Cass Community Fun Day on 10/10 in Pottsville
- Fate and Family: A Story of Cressona and the Civil War on 10/15 in Pottsville
- Fall Harvest Tea on 11/21 in Pottsville
If you're hosting a family-friendly event this fall, I'd love to share it with the community! Head HERE to submit it for free.
