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Roxbury Motel - Photo Courtesy of The Roxbury

As Wicked: For Good heads to theaters on November 21, 2025, why not live out your own gravity-defying adventure in New York State?

view of the sun shining on the mountains from the dining room at The DeBruce in the Catskills

The homey hamlet of Livingston Manor combines small-town charm with boundless natural beauty of the surrounding Catskill Mountains. This quiet but vibrant community offers world-class fly fishing,

The Lake George Steamboat Company's vessel, Mohican, takes a fall foliage cruise

If you’re looking to plan a weekend fall getaway to New York State, we’ve got countless ideas to help you get started. Our suggestions run the entire season of autumn and will bring you to just about every region in New York State. You can go pumpkin and apple picking, attend festivals, Halloween and other holiday events, enjoy a tasting at a winery, brewery or cidery, or simply admire the beauty of fall foliage at many nature spots through New York State. Here are our tips for fall weekend trips in New York. 

A rainbow bisects a valley filled with the bright oranges, yellows, and reds of fall
Credit: @david_quickenton on Instagram

Discover the allure of the Western Catskills, where every season offers breathtaking natural beauty, exhilarating outdoor adventure from world-class fishing to

Aerial view of the Erie Canal and the City of Lockport

Unlock a spectacular canalside escape in Lockport! Just 20 miles from Niagara Falls, this hidden gem city was once a vital stop along the Erie Canal in the 1800s, home to the magnificent Flight of Five locks. Today, the “Lock City” is a vibrant hub of adventure with scenic canal cruises, a robust wine trail, small town charm, historic tours, and more. Plus, 2025 officially marks the canal’s 200th anniversary, so there’s no better time to visit! Here’s your guide to spending 48 hours in Lockport.

Aerial view of Skaneateles lake and village

A spectacular stay in Skaneateles makes for the perfect getaway, where the crystal-clear blue lake sits adjacent to a downtown buzzing with diverse shops, superb dining, and serene scenery. This

The Canandaigua Lady, a replica of a 19th-century double-decker paddlewheel boat, on the lake at sunset surrounded by fall foliage

Canandaigua literally means "the chosen spot," and this charming Finger Lakes town, just 24 miles south of Rochester on the northern shores of Canandaigua Lake, is the right choice for an active but relaxing getaway.

Blue ocean waves crest in front of the Montauk Lighthouse

Though it’s technically part of the Hamptons, New York’s legendary luxury playground, Montauk, long ago forged its own identity as a quirky hamlet known for fishing, beaches, parks, and its nickname, “The End.” With a centuries-old, 110-foot lighthouse at the easternmost point in New York State as its calling card, today Montauk offers something for everyone, from families on beach holidays to fishing enthusiasts and surfers to twenty-somethings seeking out the increasingly active nightlife scene. Here’s your guide to a diverse weekend in Montauk.

A cluster of buildings surround a clock tower in the middle of red, orange, yellow, and green trees

Set on the shores of New York’s longest Finger Lake, Ithaca is a colorful and lively small city that makes the perfect weekend getaway. Surrounded by rolling hills, a sparkling glacial lake, and more

Vibrant yellow and orange tulips bloom in front of the Moses fountain in Albany's Washington Park

Spring in New York State means the return of baseball, popular festivals, and bursts of flower power at botanic gardens. From outdoor festivities to indoor amusement, the season is all about new beginnings, so get inspired by these fun-filled spring weekend trips throughout New York!  …