Experience the Splendor of Autumn in a Picturesque Small Town Setting!

The Autumn Leaf Festival is a globally award-winning event and a staple of Clarion County, tracing its origins back to 1953. It is one of the largest daytime festivals in Pennsylvania, attracting over half a million people each year. Held over nine days, the celebration features unique events such as the Tournament of Leaves Parade, a massive craft show and sale, an automotive light and sound competition, an antique tractor show, and cultural and community nights from Penn West Clarion University. Enjoy the stunning autumn colors while experiencing entertainment for all ages. Locals and visitors alike flock to this one-of-a-kind festival in the scenic Appalachian Mountains.

• Dates: October 3 – October 11, 2026
• Theme: “Liberty, Legacy & Leaves”

Featured Events

• Crafter’s Day: Friday, October 9, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM and ending at 5:00 PM
• Tournament of Leaves Parade: Saturday, October 10, 2026, starting at 12:00 PM (line-up begins at 10:00 AM; chair tickets are $5.00)
• Steinholding Competition: Saturday, October 10, 2026, starting at 11:00 AM

2026 Schedule & Events

• October 3, 10-2pm: Touch-a-Truck and Kids’ Carnival at the Clarion Mall
• October 3, 11am: PA State Old Time Fiddlers’ Contest at the First United Methodist Church
• October 3, 5pm: ADS Cornhole Tournament
• October 4, 12-4pm: Burns & Burns Autorama Cruise-In on Main Street in Clarion, PA
• October 4, 12-4pm: UFP Industries Motorcycle Show on Main Street, in Clarion, PA
• October 4, 1:30 pm: PNC Bank Junior Olympics at the PennWest Clarion Memorial Stadium
• October 4, 4pm and on: Karaoke Night with Jumpin’ Joey in front of the Clarion County Courthouse
• October 6, 6pm: WVU Medicine (Clarion Hospital)’s Kiddies’ Parade on Main Street in Clarion
• October 9, 8-5pm: Kronospan Farmers’ & Crafters’ Day on Main Street in Clarion, PA
• October 10, 4:30pm: Wild World of Animals in front of the Clarion County Courthouse
• October 10, 12pm: WVU Medicine (Clarion Hospital)’s Tournament of Leaves Parade
• October 11, 12-5pm: Landpro Antique Tractor Show on Main Street in Clarion, PA

…and live music nearly every night of the festival!