Discover fall festivals, apple orchards, wineries, and harvest celebrations across West Michigan. From cider tastings and farmers markets to family fun and outdoor adventures, explore the bounty of autumn and celebrate the harvest season.

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Crane’s CiderFest – Fennville
  • Celebrate fall at Crane’s CiderFest 2025 in Fennville on Saturday, September 6, where live music, cider, wine, fresh apples, and homemade donuts fill the orchard. Families are welcome, with kids admitted free. Advance tickets include a commemorative glass and food-and-beverage vouchers.
Fallasburg Arts Festival – Lowell Arts
  • Explore the 57th annual Fallasburg Arts Festival, held September 20-21 in picturesque Fallasburg Park just east of Grand Rapids. This free, two-day celebration features 100 juried fine art and craft booths, live music, food vendors, children’s activities, craft demonstrations, and a raffle—all set amid serene walking trails, picnic spots, and scenic beauty. Parking is $5 per car.
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Corks & Kegs – Binder Park Zoo
  • Immerse yourself in this adults-only fall fundraiser on Saturday, September 6. Enjoy tastings from over 50 local and regional breweries, wineries, meaderies, and cocktail stations, complemented by live music, food trucks, a wine pull, and a silent auction—all within a strollable, kid-free zoo setting. Your participation supports wildlife conservation missions locally and globally.
Vine Wine’d – Fenn Valley Vineyards
  • Lace up for a unique fall adventure at the Vine Wine’d race on October 4. Choose a challenging, timed 5K or a relaxed 1-mile through grape vineyards, meadows, and forest trails. Finish with live music, a complimentary wine or cider, and a festive post-race party embracing harvest season in West Michigan.
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Lakeshore Harvest Ride – Southwest Michigan
  • Bike through Southwest Michigan’s rolling countryside on the Lakeshore Harvest Ride. Riders can choose routes from 15 to 62 miles, stopping at wineries, cider mills, farms, and art studios. This unique ride supports the creation of the scenic Blue Star Trail.
Fall in Downtown Wayland
  • Explore Downtown Wayland this fall with vibrant colors, murals, and scenic walking trails along the Rabbit River. Dine at Salt of the Earth in nearby Fennville, where seasonal farm-to-table dishes and artisan bread highlight the region’s harvest flavors.
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Apple Fest & Craft Show – Coldwater
  • Celebrate apples in Coldwater on September 20 with the annual Apple Fest and Craft Show. This free event features apple treats, cider, baked goods, and more than 100 artisan vendors offering crafts, artwork, and handmade seasonal creations.
Fall Festival & Arts and Craft Show – Cornwell’s Turkeyville
  • Celebrate Michigan’s crisp autumn charm on October 4-5, at Cornwell’s Turkeyville in Marshall. Enjoy a festive weekend of homemade donuts, fresh apple cider, and a diverse lineup of juried vendors offering crafts, art, and seasonal delights under the fall sky. 
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Paw Paw Wine & Harvest Festival
  • From September 5-7, the Paw Paw Wine & Harvest Festival offers tastings, grape stomping, parades, and live entertainment on five stages. Visitors can also enjoy a 5K, kayak race, car show, and family-friendly activities in this charming vineyard town.
Fall Kick-Off – Schultz Fruitridge Farms
  • Head to Schultz Fruitridge Farms in Mattawan on September 6 for their Fall Kick-Off. Guests will enjoy barbecue, live music, and fruit slushies from the Fresh Food is Fun Fairy, creating an afternoon filled with festive flavors and family fun.
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Schuler’s Fall Wine Dinner – Marshall
  • Indulge in a refined autumn evening at Schuler’s Fall Wine Dinner on October 24, featuring an exclusive multi-course meal paired with Wente Vineyards wines. Held at the historic Schuler’s Restaurant & Pub in Marshall, this curated dining experience is perfect for wine lovers and foodies alike.
Saugatuck/Douglas Harvest Flavors
  • In Michigan’s Fruit Belt, Saugatuck/Douglas celebrates the season with farmers' markets at the Saugatuck Center for the Arts on Fridays throughout September, featuring local produce, artisan foods, and live music. Savor farm-to-table dining at spots like Pennyroyal Café, Salt of the Earth, and Borrowed Time.
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Gull Meadow Farms – Richland
  • Celebrate fall at Gull Meadow Farms just outside Kalamazoo with apple- and pumpkin-picking, a six-acre corn maze, petting barnyard, hayrides, award-winning cider and donuts, a bustling market, and festive family activities across more than 30 autumn attractions.
Michigan Apple Fest – Sparta
  • Celebrate West Michigan’s apple heritage at the Michigan Apple Fest in downtown Sparta, September 19–20. This lively event features apple treats, cider tastings, artisan vendors, live music, children’s activities, and apple-themed beverages in the Apple Capital of Michigan.
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Robinette’s Apple Haus & Winery – Grand Rapids
  • A cherished West Michigan tradition since 1911, Robinette’s offers seasonal apple picking across 125 acres, a giant corn maze, jumping pillow, petting zoo, hayrides, bakery treats, cider mill, and winery—all wrapped in warm fall charm and family-friendly fun. 
Autumn Nights at Frederik Meijer Gardens – Grand Rapids
  • Every Tuesday evening in October (5–9 pm), Frederik Meijer Gardens comes alive with the magical Glow Garden—an illuminated woodland featuring hand-etched pumpkins. Enjoy live music, seasonal snacks, food trucks, warm cider, lawn games, and fall’s vibrant beauty deep into the night. 
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Farmers Markets – Grand Haven & Spring Lake
  • West Michigan’s harvest shines at the farmers' markets in Grand Haven (Wednesdays & Saturdays through October 29) and Spring Lake (Thursdays through October 9). Shop for fresh local produce, baked goods, and handmade crafts that showcase the season’s best flavors while enjoying the warm atmosphere of these lakeshore communities. 
Zonta Applefest – Mt. Pleasant
  • The 36th Annual Zonta Applefest returns on Saturday, September 27, to Papa’s Pumpkin Patch in Mt. Pleasant with family games, artisan crafts, cider, and donuts. While visiting, explore local farmers' markets for fresh produce, handcrafted goods, and a taste of West Michigan’s agricultural bounty.
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Michigan Irish Music Festival – Muskegon
  • Celebrate Irish culture from September 11–14, at Heritage Landing in Muskegon. With six stages showcasing traditional and contemporary Celtic music, storytelling, dance, workshops, cultural exhibits, children’s activities, Irish fare, and spirited tastings—there’s something for every generation.
Muskegon Luge Adventure Sports Park
  • Fall weekends come alive at Muskegon Luge Adventure Sports Park. Try ziplining, rock climbing, wheel luge, archery, or hiking trails. Relax with yard games at Camp Chill and enjoy Trail Quest, a unique outdoor adventure game, every Saturday and Sunday.
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Zeeland & Holland Harvest Festivals
  • Zeeland and Holland celebrate fall with unique traditions. Zeeland’s Peddlers’ Market (Sept. 6) and Pumpkinfest (Oct. 3–4) bring small-town charm, while Holland’s Fall Fest (Oct. 4–5) delights with pumpkin carving, tulip planting, hayrides, and seasonal flavors at the Farmers Market.
WaterFire Vineyards – Kewadin
  • Celebrate the harvest season at WaterFire Vineyards, where European vinifera grapes are grown sustainably. September and October are the perfect months to visit, with vacation rentals available for vineyard getaways. Come taste and experience Northern Michigan wine country at its peak.
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Chateau Chantal – Traverse City
  • Savor the flavors of fall at Chateau Chantal, where their special harvest menu runs September 3–November 7. Featuring seasonal dishes inspired by the autumn harvest, this vineyard dining experience pairs beautifully with northern Michigan’s crisp wines and colorful scenery.
Friske Apple Festival – Friske Farm Market

  • On October 11, Friske Farm Market in Ellsworth invites families to enjoy a quintessential Northern Michigan fall. Expect pony and mini donkey rides, giant apple slingshots, U-pick apples, pumpkin smashing, face painting, tractor wagon rides, and loads of yummy fall treats.

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Petoskey Area Harvest Festivals
Black Star Farms – Suttons Bay
  • Experience the beauty of West Michigan’s wine country with a guided tour of Black Star Farms in Suttons Bay. Explore vineyards, the historic centennial barn, and the wine cave before enjoying a curated wine and spirits tasting on the scenic Traverse Wine Coast.
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Fall in Charlevoix
  • Fall in Charlevoix means crisp air, brilliant color tours, and cozy fall favorites. Visitors can enjoy caramel apples, corn mazes, and scenic drives along Lake Michigan, all while soaking in the magic of northern Michigan’s autumn harvest season.
Castle Farms Harvest Festival – Charlevoix
  • Join the fun at Castle Farms Harvest Festival on September 28. This family-friendly celebration includes games, wagon rides, food trucks, markets, and a petting zoo. It’s a perfect way to enjoy northern Michigan’s fall harvest in a historic castle setting.
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Taste of Harbor Springs
  • On September 20, the 30th Annual Taste of Harbor Springs invites guests to Marina Park for an afternoon of small bites, live jazz, and lakefront views. VIP perks and commemorative cups enhance this fundraiser supporting culinary scholarships.
Colonial Inn – Harbor Springs
  • For a peaceful fall retreat, visit Colonial Inn in Harbor Springs. Guests can enjoy Lake Michigan sunsets, dockside relaxation, and cozy autumn breezes, making it the perfect setting to unwind after exploring local harvest festivals and northern Michigan charm.
Fall in Marquette County
  • Marquette celebrates fall with local flavor and community spirit. Visit the Downtown Marquette Farmers Market and Marquette Food Co-op for fresh produce, artisan goods, and seasonal specialties, making this northern Michigan hub a destination for harvest enthusiasts.