9 Harvest Season Events Around Cleveland That Are Great For Memory Making
By Nikki Rhoades|Published October 17, 2019
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Nikki Rhoades
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Nikki is a lifelong Ohioan with a love for literature. She holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Akron and has enjoyed publishing her written work since 2007. She has a love of travel and does so frequently, though she believes that home is where the heart is — she continues to work in and around Cleveland as a digital content specialist to this day, working on everything from commercial scripts and social media posts to grassroots marketing initiatives.
When the autumn months descend upon Northeast Ohio, nothing feels quite as cozy as memory-making fun. Whether you’re in search of Cleveland events to attend with friends or family-friendly things to do in Ohio, the season has something irresistible to offer you. Costume contents, thrills and chills, and delicious food and drinks are sure to fill your colder months with warmth and fun. Mark your calendar for the following festivals around Cleveland, because they’re sure to be epic!
Looking for a pawsome kickoff to the Halloween season? Lakewood's Spooky Pooch Parade is the perfect excuse to dress up with your pets. Click here for more information!
Giddyup, partner, and prepare for an awesome weekend at Mapleside Farms. You'll love hopping in a covered wagon and traversing a gorgeous landscape as you approach Pumpkin Village! Cowboy gear is encouraged, especially for the youngins. Admission is $14 for the general public, $7 for 55 and over, and free to attendees under 2.
From 3 p.m. to 11 p.m., things will be getting spooky in The Land. Bar Crawl Live is hosting yet another epic adventure, and this time the fun is celebrating a season of scares. Ready to get your BOOze on? Click here for more information.
Things are getting super spooky here in Northeast Ohio! On these select days at Mapleside Farms, the landscape will transform to accommodate little ghosts and goblins. The kiddos will love seeing Pumpkin Village crawling with not-so-scary characters, and the whole family is sure to have a great time. Admission is $14 for the general public, $7 for 55 and over, and free to attendees under 2.
If you've ever wanted to check out dinosaurs and goblins performing alongside The Cleveland Orchestra, the Halloween Spooktacular may be your only chance to do so. At this creepy-cool event, the musicians and audience alike will be donned in costumes for a chance to win cool prizes. They'll perform appropriately spooky pieces like "Saint-Saëns’ Danse Macabre" on this fun-filled night. Be sure to pick up tickets, because this epic event is sure to sell out!
If you're feeling super spooky this Halloween, you won't want to miss Platform Beer Co.'s epic holiday celebration. To kick off a season of good vibes and warmth, they're pairing CLE Cookie Dough's yummiest flavors with their beers. You can purchase your ticket here.
Okay, amigos, it is time to celebrate Día de Muertos! This holiday is muy importante, as it celebrates the life of our dearly departed loved ones. Each year, Detroit Shoreway gears up for an epic event. They decorate a Community Ofrenda, and the community is made vibrant with art, Latin food, and a parade. This is an event you won't want to miss; click here for a schedule of events!
Is there a better way to celebrate the flavors of the harvest? This annual event hosted by Taste CLE is one of those epic events that makes the transition from fall to winter so much sweeter. Pick up your tickets in advance, because you won't be able to resist the allure of unlimited cheese samples!
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9. Thanksgiving Dinner with Abraham Lincoln (November 16)
Hale Farm & Village is always magical, but it is particularly interesting when it is hosting Thanksgiving Dinner with one of our favorite presidents. If you'd like to attend this annual tradition, click here.
These awesome autumn events in and around Cleveland are too cool to miss. Do you have an annual autumn tradition? We’d love to hear about your favorite seasonal festivities!
Want to take a more low-key approach to the season? An autumn sightseeing trip through the region might be perfect for you!
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