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COLORADO
Autumn Gold Festival | Sept. 20-21, 2025
(Estes Park) This fall celebration coincides with the changing aspen leaves in the mountains surrounding Estes Park. Visitors can enjoy beer, bratwurst and live music in Bond Park while taking in the colors of autumn and the unique wildlife viewing opportunities of the season.
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For more Colorado information, read From Peaks to Canyons: A Scenic Colorado Road Trip in this issue.
FLORIDA
Pensacola Seafood Festival | Sept. 26-28, 2025
(Pensacola) Held in downtown Pensacola's historic Seville Square, this festival features fresh local seafood from the Gulf of Mexico served tapas-style by participating restaurants. The three-day celebration includes live music, arts and crafts vendors and educational exhibits highlighting the area's rich maritime fishing traditions.
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GEORGIA
Helen Oktoberfest | Sept. 4-7, 11-14, 18-21 and Sept. 25-Nov. 2, 2025
(Helen) Join one of America's longest-running Oktoberfest celebrations in the charming Bavarian-style town of Helen, featuring traditional German beer, authentic food, oompah bands, and family-friendly activities. The weeks-long festival includes the ceremonial tapping of the keg, traditional parades and performances by famous international bands.The Oktoberfest Parade will be on Saturday, Sep. 6th!
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ILLINOIS
Nappanee Apple Festival | Sept. 18-21, 2025
(Nappanee) Home to the world's largest apple pie weighing 600 pounds, this four-day festival celebrates autumn's harvest. Visitors enjoy apple-themed artwork, local crafters and artists, pie-eating contests, live music, and apple treats in every imaginable form.
More Illinois Events
If you are excited to attend upcoming fall events, read Fall for Fun in this issue.
IOWA
Marion Oktoberfest | Sept. 20, 2025
(Marion) This authentic Oktoberfest celebration features beer tastings from Iowa's finest breweries alongside traditional German music, games and food in historic Uptown Marion. Attendees receive commemorative tasting glasses while enjoying stein-holding contests, hammerschlagen and festive entertainment that celebrates German heritage.
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MICHIGAN
Michigan’s Adventure Halloween Event | Sept. 13, 2025
(Muskegon) The Michigan’s Adventure amusement park transforms into a family-friendly Halloween destination with costume contests, trunk-or-treat activities and seasonal decorations throughout the grounds. Selected rides remain operational during weekend events, providing thrills alongside Halloween-themed entertainment and treats.
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MINNESOTA
Farm Aid 40 | Sept. 20, 2025
(Minneapolis) This milestone 40th-anniversary concert brings together Willie Nelson, John Mellencamp, Neil Young, Dave Matthews and Margo Price for Minnesota's first-ever Farm Aid event. The celebration supports family farmers while featuring additional performances by Billy Strings, Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats and Trampled by Turtles in a day-long festival format.
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NEBRASKA
Sip Nebraska Fall Festival | Sept. 27, 2025
(Omaha) Taste the finest wines, craft beers, spirits and ciders from across Nebraska during this sixth annual celebration at Haymarket Park Ballpark. The festival features unlimited tastings, live music, lawn games, food vendors, craft booths and special activities like Buzzed Bingo for adults.
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NORTH CAROLINA
Chatham County Agricultural and Industrial Fair | Sept. 18-21, 2025
(Pittsboro) This charming county fair in historic Pittsboro combines traditional agricultural displays with modern family entertainment options. The four-day event features local crafts, farm exhibits, carnival rides and community performances that celebrate rural North Carolina heritage.
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NORTH DAKOTA
Norsk Høstfest | Sept. 24-27, 2025
(Minot) North America's largest Scandinavian festival celebrates 200 years of Norwegian heritage with authentic food, music, and crafts. The Great Hall lineup includes Bjørn Haaland, The Killer Vees, Abbacadabra and Little Texas performing traditional and contemporary favorites.
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For more Scandinavian Cultural activities in the U.S., read Discover Midwest Traditions & Scandinavian Culture in this issue.
SOUTH CAROLINA
Society of Stranders (SOS) Fall Migration | Sept. 12-21, 2025
(North Myrtle Beach) The SOS shag dancers celebrate the official dance of South Carolina during this 11-day festival on Main Street and Ocean Drive. Local bars fill with classic beach music while live bands, shag competitions and dancing create an authentic Carolina coastal experience.
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TENNESSEE
Pilgrimage Music & Cultural Festival | Sept. 27-28, 2025
(Franklin) Taking place at The Park at Harlinsdale Farm, this festival combines meaningful musical experiences with the region's best food, drink and artisan crafts. Past performers have included Chris Stapleton, Willie Nelson and Beck, making this one of Tennessee's most anticipated annual music events.
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For more Tennessee information, check out the Nashville AAA Guide
WISCONSIN
Outlaw Music Festival | Sept. 19, 2025
(East Troy) Country legends Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan and Sheryl Crow headline an all-day concert at Alpine Valley Music Theatre. Fans enjoy an authentic country gathering with gourmet food trucks and festival camaraderie.
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