Fall in Massachusetts is wonderful for so many reasons. The bright foliage, the crisp air, and the season’s harvest of delectable treats all make autumn one of the best parts of living in New England. Here in the Bay State, apples are a special part of celebrating this time of year. Check out this wonderful apple festival for a deliciously good time.
This year’s AppleFest at Wachusett Mountain is happening Oct. 13-14.
This extraordinary festival celebrates all things apple. It’s one of the most popular autumn events in the state and for good reason – there’s something for everyone at AppleFest.
First of all, let’s talk about the scrumptious apple treats on offer.
The festival is famed for its wide variety of amazing apple delicacies. You can find apple butter, apple syrup, apple bread, and caramel apples that will make you drool.
There’s also an apple pie baking contest, not to mention the popular apple pie eating contest. Savory apple concoctions are also available, including plenty of fresh and crisp apples.
If you’re looking to do a bit of holiday shopping before winter hits, this is the place to do it. The festival features over 150 vendors hawking everything from hand knitted sweaters to amazing local maple syrup. Gosling’s Rum will also be making an appearance and serving free samples.
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Enjoy live music, entertainment and plenty of crafts for the kids.
There’s so much to do and see here beyond just apples. Entertainment will include moonwalks, pony rides, magic shows, a climbing wall, face painting, and bungee jumping. There will also be a trampoline show taking place three times a day, and plenty of musical acts that visitors of all ages will love.
Stop by between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. to join in the fun.
Tickets to this fabulous apple festival are $11 per adult and $6 per child. You can also buy a “festival package” that includes fun activities for $19 per adult or $12 per child.
Head to the 2018 AppleFest at Wachusett Mountain Ski Area for a great time. You can find the festival at 499 Mountain Rd., Princeton, Mass. Check out their website for more details. If you love the fall season, don’t forget to take a trip to the most epic Halloween store in the state.
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