We here at Haddad Hyundai love the summer in the Berkshires, but we think the true Berkshire magic starts when the leaves change and the air gets cool and crisp. Whether you’re a full-time Berkshire resident, or you’re just visiting to take in the Fall splendor, there are events in the near future we think you will enjoy.
Where: North St. Pittsfield, MA | When: Thursday, September 21st
[Our incredible team showing their support for the Elizabeth Freeman Center at last year's event.]
38th Annual Apple Squeeze
Where: Main St. Lenox, MA | When: Saturday, September 23rd & Sunday, September 24th
[Photo Credit: Shakespeare & Company]
Only a few days later, Lenox will be hosting the 38th Annual Apple Squeeze. This is a long-running traditional event here in The Berkshires, celebrating- you guessed it- the apple harvest! This festival is thriving and fun for the whole family, featuring a full lineup of music and performers, a craft fair, and plenty of food for you to enjoy among the many shops and businesses. The Apple Squeeze will take place Saturday, September 23rd and Sunday, September 24th from 10am to 5pm.
Fall Foliage Parade: Magic in the Berkshires
Where: Route 8 North Adams, MA | When: Saturday, October 1st
[Photo Credit: Visit the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts]
The following weekend, North Adams is hosting it's annual Fall Foliage Festival and Parade. Celebrating it's 62nd year, the parade features countless businesses, organizations, and Berkshire community members marching on Route 8, alongside a wide variety of events such as a road race and craft fair. The Fall Foliage Festival is family fun, and a part of history here in The Berkshires. The parade will be happening on October 1st, from 1PM to 3PM.
Harvest Festival
Where: Berkshire Botanical Gardens Stockbridge, MA | When: Saturday, October 7th & Sunday October 8th
Last, but certainly not least, there is the Harvest Festival at Berkshire Botanical Garden. This is one of the longest running festivals in our area, and for good reason: this festival has something for everyone! Delicious food offerings (such as funnell cake, fresh potato chips and Butternut Squash Soup from the Red Lion Inn), lots of kid friendly activities, live entertainment all weekend long, as well as a slew of local artists and vendors selling their wares. Oh, and did we mention the Haunted House?
What’s even better- all proceeds benefit the Botanical Garden’s education program. So be sure to mark Saturday, October 7th and Sunday, October 8th on your calendar. The festival hours are 10am to 5pm: Admission is $7 for adults; Children under 12 are FREE.
What’s even better- all proceeds benefit the Botanical Garden’s education program. So be sure to mark Saturday, October 7th and Sunday, October 8th on your calendar. The festival hours are 10am to 5pm: Admission is $7 for adults; Children under 12 are FREE.
