Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Finger Lakes region in New York State this fall. As the leaves burst into vibrant colors, the air becomes crisp and refreshing, and the local wines taste even better! Escape the hustle and bustle of city life and head to wine country to enjoy the ultimate Finger Lakes fall festivals.

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Top Finger Lakes Fall Festivals

1. Oktoberfest in the Finger Lakes

Celebrate Oktoberfest in the Finger Lakes, where you can enjoy traditional German-American live music, local food, wine, and beer. Visit Deer Run Winery in Geneseo, NY, or join the Annual German Festival in September at Lucas Vineyards for an authentic experience.

2. Naples Grape Festival

Kick off the fall season with a trip to the Naples Grape Festival at the southern tip of Canandaigua Lake. Held every September, this festival celebrates the grape harvest with local artists, food, and wine. Enter the Naples Grape Pie Contest for a unique-to-the-Finger-Lakes experience, pairing delicious local wine with homemade grape pie.

3. Sunflower Farm Festival

Visit a working farm in Summerhill, NY, for the Sunflower Finger Lakes Fall Festival! Spend a day surrounded by sunflowers, support local artisans, and enjoy hayrides and photo opportunities at this charming third annual event.

4. Hammondsport Festival of Crafts

For over 40 years, visitors have flocked to the southern end of Keuka Lake for the Hammondsport Festival of Crafts. This festival, held on the third weekend of August, features over 100 select crafters. Enjoy demonstrations, unique arts and crafts, and a variety of local food items in the Village Square of Hammondsport, NY.

Come spend the weekend in The Finger Lakes Wine Country enjoying the Hammondsport Festival of Crafts, along with a variety of store specials and specialty food items provided by our local merchants. Enjoy all we have to offer along with hassle free parking and continuous shuttle bus service from the Curtiss Museum and Pleasant Valley Wine Company.

Explore Finger Lakes Farmers Markets

Who doesn’t love a good farmers market? This fall, visit the Canandaigua Farmers Market for a fantastic selection of local meats, cheeses, pickles, sauces, fruits, and vegetables. Open on Saturdays from June to October, it's a must-visit. The Ithaca Farmers Market, one of the largest in the area, offers delicious eats from local farmers and chefs near the shores of Cayuga Lake.

Enjoy Fall Foliage in the Finger Lakes

The first two weeks of October are prime leaf-peeping season in the Finger Lakes. Witness some of the most colorful treetops in the nation around Canandaigua Lake, Seneca Lake, Cayuga Lake, Keuka Lake, or from the chair lift at the Bristol Mountain Fall Sky Rides.

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Finger Lakes Premier Properties offers beautiful vacation rentals around six of the 11 Finger Lakes. Whether you're planning a small gathering or a large family reunion, find the perfect rental on Canandaigua, Cayuga, Conesus, Honeoye, Keuka, or Seneca Lake.

Narrow down your search by location, amenities, or size, and start planning your fall getaway today.

It's easy to find the perfect rental near your favorite fall festival because you can narrow down your search by location, amenities, or size. Hurry, and get started on planning your fall getaway before the leaves start turning!