There’s something special about autumn in the valley—crisp mornings, apple-scented air, and plenty of family-friendly events to keep the season festive.

From pumpkin patches to cultural festivals, here's your guide to the best fall happenings around Wenatchee, East Wenatchee, Cashmere, Leavenworth, and beyond.

Signature Fall Festivals & Fairs

Washington State Autumn Leaf Festival – Leavenworth
📅 September 27-28
A Bavarian-themed celebration featuring a grand parade, music, food booths, kids’ activities, and colorful fall foliage. A Leavenworth tradition since 1964.
https://www.leavenworthautumnleaf.org/

Wenatchee River Salmon Festival – Leavenworth
📅 September 20
Celebrate the return of the salmon with interactive exhibits, Native American storytelling, fish-viewing, crafts, and family education at the Rocky Reach Park and Discovery Center. From salmon-centric activities like the popular Salmon Maze, to the meticulously crafted Native American Village, there is something for everyone of all ages!
https://www.salmonfest.org/index.php/community-day/

Farmers Markets
📅 September-October
Many of the farmers' markets in and around the Valley are still open through mid-October! Don’t miss out on fresh produce a chance for some early Christmas gift shopping!

https://www.valleymoms.co/farmers-markets

Mountain Springs Lodge Fall Market for Local Goods
📅 October 18
Meander through the booths, get a head start on Christmas shopping, and indulge in some of the Valley’s most decadent treats.
https://www.mtsprings.com/

Wenatchee Valley Fire Family Cider Press — 4015 NW Cascade Ave, East Wenatchee
📅 October 4
Bring your gallon containers to take home some fresh-pressed cider. It’s also a potluck, so whip up your favorite casserole and grab some lawn chairs for this awesome community event!
https://www.mtsprings.com/

Scare-Crazy Scarecrow Festival
📅 October
Wander through Cashmere and see homes and businesses decked out in fall decorations!
https://www.cashmerechamber.org/events/

Tamarack Festival — Mission Ridge
📅 October 11, 18, & 25
Head up the mountain for a day of live music, guided hikes, gear demonstrations, tasty food, crafts, and more!
https://www.missionridge.com/event/tamarack-festival/

Town Toyota Annual Pumpkin Bash
📅 October 24
Pumpkin painting, trunk or treat, photo booths, and more!
Tickets: https://forms.gle/VeUQpKeGZhcgZR61A?fbclid=IwY2xjawM-gfJleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE0RFF0U0lrNnB2MWpmdDh2AR77rW5f5kGgKmcub9H8P-3XulPFV8Rh4-tHZWtDf49y7JNdYgsqmdkuftOUvw_aem_I5Js0813cKJJDdemO1CQUw

Barrel & Keg Festival — Union Hill Cider
📅 October 3-4
Live music, local brews, and family-friendly fun all right here in Wenatchee — what more could you ask for?
https://unionhillciderco.com/tasting-room#events-at-union-hill

Autumn Ambles — Wenatchee River Institute
📅 October (this year’s date is TBD)
Take a guided walk through Waterfront Park in Leavenworth, taking in the fall colors while learning about cultural history.
https://wenatcheeriverinstitute.org/event-calendar.html/event/2024/10/04/1728064800/autumn-ambles/497739

Lavender Fall Festival — Leavenworth
📅 September
A weekend filled with lavender products, family activities, and community engagement.
https://leavenworth.org/event/lavender-fall-festival-2/

Oktoberfest — Leavenworth
📅 October 3-4, 10-11, &17-18
A weekend filled with lavender products, family activities, and community engagement.
https://leavenworth.org/event/oktoberfest-2025/2025-10-04/

Trick or Treat the Ave
📅 Halloween
An annual favorite! Wenatchee Ave businesses shut down and show up for trick-or-treating fun!
https://downtownwenatchee.org/trick-or-treat-the-ave

Pray for Snow Concert
📅 November (this year’s date is TBD)
Celebrate winter culture in the Wenatchee Valley and the start of ski season with your friends from Mission Ridge!
https://www.missionridge.com/events-calendar/

Pumpkin Patches, Apple Fun, & Harvest Celebrations

Smallwood’s Harvest – Peshastin
More than just a farm—there’s a petting zoo, cow train rides, a pumpkin patch, and a quirky general store full of snacks and toys.
https://www.facebook.com/smallwoodsharvest/

Chelan Valley Farms
Chelan Valley Farms combines lake life with agrotourism and offers some of the best wine in the Valley and a great pumpkin patch starting in September!
https://chelanvalleyfarms.com/

Annie’s Fun Farm
A local favorite with classic fall activities and pumpkins as far as the eye can see!
https://www.facebook.com/annies.funfarm/

Family-Friendly Events

Trunk-or-Treat Events
📅 Week of Halloween
Local churches and schools host safe, walk-through trunk-or-treat nights across the valley—perfect for toddlers and little ones who need an early bedtime.

Nelson Family Lights Show — the former Cashmere Mill site, right next to 5431 Sunset Hwy Cashmere, WA 98815
📅 Tentative start date for our Halloween show is October 17th
Pull up for a spectacular LED light display sequenced to music!
youtube.com/%40NelsonFamilyLights

Tips for Fall Event Season:

• Bring layers—mornings and evenings can get chilly!

• Many events are free or low-cost, but bring cash for local vendors.

• Check event pages or social media for last-minute changes due to weather.