Planning a Pennsylvania fall weekend getaway? We’ve curated an event roundup of upcoming fall 2026 festivals and activities in Clarion County– the quintessential autumn Americana spot nestled away in northwestern PA.
Check out chainsaw carvers bringing their creations to life, stop by for some pumpkin and sunflower picking, go horseback riding, have fun exploring corn mazes, and savor some local fall brews. The highlight of it all is getting your early holiday shopping started at one of our most popular events of the season: the Autumn Leaf Festival & Peanut Butter Festival.
If you’re looking for more trip ideas, check out our Autumn Activity Trail, which features a curated collection of antique stores, produce picking stops, and recommended beers & brews to make fall feel even more vibrant.
Click here for comprehensive activities & events listings.
Chainsaw Carvers’ Festival
September 18-20
Sawmill Center for the Arts, 140-170 Theatre Lane, Cooksburg, PA
Come see carvers in action as they create beautiful works of art from a simple log. Stay for the auctions to bid on and purchase some of these beautiful pieces!
Peanut Butter Festival
September 18-20
Gumtown Park, 240 Water Street, New Bethlehem, PA
Enjoy the celebration of all things peanut butter! Experience a peanut roast cookoff, classic car cruise, food vendors, live music, 5k race, Jeep Invasion, parade, and more.
Bendal’s Berry Patch Autumn Activity Days
September 25-27, October 2-4, October 9-11, October 16-18, October 23-25, October 30-31
Bendal’s Berry Patch, 191 Ditz Lane, Fryburg, PA
Across six different weekends, celebrate fall with pumpkin picking, sunflower bouquet building, or by finding your way out of the pumpkin-shaped corn maze.
Fall Foliage Ride with Cook Forest Scenic Trail Ride
September 29 – October 4
1661 Scott Drive, Cook Forest Scenic Trail Ride, Dude Ranch, & Campground Clarion, PA
Come and enjoy the beautiful leaves in a wide array of colors while riding our 200 miles of majestic scenic trails.
42nd Annual United Way 5k & 10k Race
October 3
PennWest Memorial Stadium, 23 W Main Street, Clarion, PA
Participate in United Way of Clarion’s 42nd annual 5 & 10k race!
Oktoberfest at Mechanistic Brewing
October 3
Mechanistic Brewing, 538 Liberty Street, Clarion, PA
Celebrate October and the Autumn Leaf Festival at Mechanistic Brewing with brews and a live tuba quartet.
Autumn Leaf Festival
October 3-11
Main Street, Clarion, PA
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.
Where ROCK meets BACH: Take3 with Rockstar Charisma
October 9
Lincoln Hall, 42 S Palmer Street, Foxburg, PA
Combining the refinement of their rigorous classical music backgrounds with rock-star charisma – led by the phenomenally gifted violinist Lindsay Deutsch these cross-over classically trained musicians will electrify and entertain with their arrangements of “Where ROCK meets BACH.”
4th Annual Steinholding Competition
October 10
Clarion River Brewing Company, 600 Main Street, Clarion, PA
Compete for a cash prize at this US Steinholding Association sponsored event hosted by local brewery and restaurant, Clarion River Brewing Company. The competition features men’s and women’s divisions before the highly attended Tournament of Leaves Parade at the Autumn Leaf Festival.
Zacherl’s Fall Fest
October 16-17
Zacherl’s Farm & Greenhouse, 24171 PA Route 66N, Shippenville, PA
Celebrate 61 years of Zacherl’s and their produce with the perfect autumn activities: a corn maze, pumpkin picking, kids’ activities, chainsaw carving demos, live music, hayrides, farm tours, and more.
Cook Forest Fall Workday
October 17
Cook Forest State Park Office, 100 PA Route 36, Cooksburg, PA
Have you been looking for a way to get involved with Cook Forest State Park? Please consider joining us for the day to help maintain the park through various work projects. Lunch will be provided!
Zacherl’s Neon Nites
October 23-24
Zacherl’s Farm & Greenhouse, 24171 PA Route 66N, Shippenville, PA
Celebrate 61 years of Zacherl’s with their beloved Neon Nites, which features an array of glow sticks, the corn maze, and glow in the dark face painting.
The Fabulous Booze Brothers Show Band & Revue Halloween Dance
October 24
Lincoln Hall, 42 S Palmer Street, Foxburg, PA
Celebrate Halloween dancing to The Fabulous Booze Brothers Show Band and Revue as ARCA brings back to its dance-loving audience a Halloween costume party and night of “fabulous” entertainment as this soul, blues, rhythm & blues band pays tribute to the music of The Fabulous Blues Brothers and more
Punkin Chunkin’ and Mini Bike Racing
October 31
Redbank Valley Municipal Park, 137 Park Road, Fairmount City
Enjoy an action-packed event at the Redbank Valley Municipal Park with pumpkin chucking, mini bike racing, and more. More details to come as the event weekend approaches.
Step 2: Extend your stay
Looking for more activities? These attractions are available all year-round, rain or shine, so be sure to add one, some, or all to your itinerary!
- Sutton Ditz Museum (meet the famous ghost!)
- Expert-led tours from DCNR and the Clarion Conservation District
Step 3: Cozy up at basecamp
Check out our featured lodging deals below—each offering a different feel and vibe depending on your ideal stay. If your weekend is booked or something isn’t quite your style, check out all our lodging options here.
Shippenville, PA
Brooks Estate at Deer Creek Winery
Foxburg, PA
Foxburg Inn Hotel
Knox, PA
Hideaway Haven Farm
Featured Deals
Brooks Estate at Deer Creek Winery: stay with Brooks Estate at Deer Creek Winery with 50% off a celebration basket add-on to a room booking (Promo Code: CELEBRATE). Book by September 15. Must stay by Mar 31. Free mulled wine add on with B&B booking. Book by Nov 5. Stay by Mar 31. (Promo code: WARMWELCOME)
Foxburg Inn Hotel: Stay 2 nights, save 10%. Stay 3 nights, save 15%. Stay 4+ nights, save 20%
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