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Headless Horseman Hayride & Haunted House

As autumn brings a chill to the air, haunted houses, hayrides, and attractions all across New York can send a chill down your spine. Here are the freaky, creepy, and the not-too-scary things you need to check out for Halloween

A chair lift through the the Catskills surrounded by the colors of fall

Get out the Lederhosen and Dirndl, it’s officially Oktoberfest season in New York State! Whether you’re here for the vibrant foliage, crisp fall brews, jumbo pretzels and brats, lively oompah bands, or all of the above, you’re in the right place. Soar through the mountains on a scenic skyride, raise a stein to the season, and revel in Bavarian-style fun at festivals in all corners of the state, from Long Island to Niagara Falls.

Bethpage Black Golf Course

Golf’s prestigious Ryder Cup is coming September 23-28, 2025 to Bethpage State Park’s world-renowned Black Course, home of the 2019 PGA Championship and two-time host of the U.S. Open! Here's what you

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October 11-13 marks Path Through History Weekend in New York State, a highlight of New York State History Month, celebrated throughout October​! It’s the perfect time to celebrate the state’s rich and

People gather at tents set up at the Belleayre Mountain Fall Festival

This October, New York State offers unforgettable experiences celebrating the magic spirit of autumn.

Batcheller Mansion Inn in Saratoga Springs, New York

If you’re the type who starts a Halloween countdown the second you feel a cool autumn breeze, you’re going to want to make your holiday plans in New York State. From the seriously scary haunted houses to Jack O’Lantern wonderlands

Massive Christmas tree covered in hand-blown glass ornaments in Centerway Square in Corning

New York State is full of charming towns that will have you feeling like you’ve stepped into a Hallmark movie. Have a holly jolly time as you take an enchanting ride in a vintage train car on the Polar Express, explore Santa’s Workshop, travel back in time to celebrate Christmas the Dickens way, see the world’s largest menorah, commemorate Kwanzaa with song and dance, and more.

A colorful array of hot air balloons lift off from a grassy field, against a serene, partly cloudy sky at the Adirondack Balloon Festival.

Say farewell to summer and welcome autumn in September with exciting events in New York State. Celebrate the harvest, canals, food, wine, and much more. Soar above the Adirondacks in a hot air balloon or immerse yourself in a historic Italian street festival in New York City.

A container of sirloin tips and mashed potatoes next to a plastic up with the Great New York State Fair logo.

If you haven't given much thought to state fairs since the days where you could slam down multiple chili cheese dogs and funnel cakes with zero remorse, we get it. But with the Great New York State Fair (August 20-September 1), it's as good a time as any for a gentle reminder of what you've been missing since then.

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When it comes to fall, New York has it all! Whether you prefer basking in the glow of thousands of jack-o’-lanterns, admiring bright foliage on a scenic gondola ride, or discovering all the pumpkin spice and apple-flavored goodies, the Empire State is bound to have a festivity for every autumn enthusiast.