September 28 - October 6, Downtown Clarion
Autumn Leaf Festival
Experience one of Pennsylvania’s largest daytime festivals, running nine days in length, featuring its famous “Tournament of Leaves Parade,” carnival, and hundreds of craft vendors ready for the holiday season.
Clarion in the Fall
Known as the “Autumn Leaf Capital of the World,” Clarion, PA transforms each year into a kaleidoscope of golds, reds, and oranges that blanket the hillsides and line the charming streets. The crisp air and breathtaking scenery set the perfect stage for the annual Clarion Autumn Leaf Festival, an iconic event that has captivated visitors for decades.
Clarion County stands out as a prime destination for autumn enthusiasts, offering scenic road trips and a host of local fall celebrations.
Families, couples, and travelers from all over gather here to experience this week-long celebration of autumn’s beauty and bounty, with everything from lively parades to arts and crafts, delicious seasonal foods, and vibrant community traditions.
Nine days of Festival
This internationally award-winning festival attracts over 500,000 visitors each year.
Held over nine days during the peak of autumn foliage in the last week of September and the beginning of October, it offers a range of attractions, including sidewalk sales, a stein-holding competition, a carnival with evening fireworks, and a crafters’ day featuring more than 300 vendors.
The Clarion Autumn Leaf Festival is a must-visit fall event packed with fun for everyone!
This event is organized by the Clarion Chamber of Commerce and Industry.