Don't Be Sad Summer's Over. In Schoharie County We've Got Enough Fall Fun To Make You Forget That Fickle Lover. (Bonus: No Bugs.)
If you’re convinced 2026’s was the fastest summer ever, we’re with you.
But there’s still plenty of time for fun here in Schoharie County. In fact, in all of Upstate New York, September and October are the months for squeezing the most out of what’s here.
Harvest festivals. 10Ks. Parades. Music. Revolutionary celebrations.
But don’t wait: It all starts this Sunday.
Here’s a sampling of SchoCo events to put on your fall calendar.
Also…our fabulous farmstands and orchards are in all of their full glory now with produce for freezing or canning or just enjoying at dinner and our Schoharie County Farmers Market remains open 10am-1pm Sundays at the Cobleskill Fairground till October 11.
(And if you’ve joined the party late, relax: Many of our goings-on are annual events.)
September
Sunday 9/13
Landis Community Day Noon-3pm. Free
In celebration of a bunch of anniversaries, the Landis Arboretum in Esperance is adding everything from kids’ games to a tour of its Native Plant trail to this year’s Fall Plant, Book, & Plant Sale. Children's author Anita Sanchez. Tours of the Native Plant Trail with Nick Miller and Fred Breglia. Family activities with Nature Educator George Steele. Games with Landis-sponsored Scout Troop 501. Montgomery County Master Gardeners with soil testing. Upstate Vacations, Esperance Museum, and Montgomery County Tourism with info tables. [WAMC helped kick off the fun back in the spring. Revisit that fun here.]
Middleburgh Porch Fest 2026 1-5pm. Free.
The streets of Middleburgh will come alive with the sounds of live local music. Free and family-friendly performances on lawns, driveways, garages, and porches throughout the village.
Saturday 9/19
Town of Wright Semi-Quincentennial Community Party 9am-9pm. Free.
A day-long community celebration kicking off with french toast breakfast at the Gallupville Fire Department from 9-11am and ending with a community dance at the Gallupville House from 7-9pm. In-between, expect historical re-enactors, food trucks, an ice cream special, pony rides, bands, and more.
Conesville Celebrates America 250 4pm-dusk. Free.
Touch a Truck, food, vendors, living history displays, kids’ activities, axe throwing, music and square dancing, pop-up museum, and to wrap it all up, fireworks at the end of the day. All at the fire house and Town Park on Route 990V.
Summer Send-Off 3-10pm. Timothy Murphy Park, Middleburgh. Free.
A night packed with fun for the whole family. Axe throwing. Live chainsaw carving. Bounce house. Face painting and balloon animals. Kids’ activities. Pumpkin painting. Live music from Flashback. Food vendors.
Saturday-Sunday 9/19-20
Sharon Springs Harvest Festival. Free. 10am-4pm.
A 15-year tradition welcoming the fall harvest with a wide selection of vendors overflowing with fresh produce and artisanal goods. Live music, a beer and wine tent, food trucks, family-friendly activities, crafts, u–pick opportunities nearby. Maps and more here.
Friday-Sunday 9/24-27
Cherry Valley Kite Festival
Starts 6pm, Friday with kite building for all ages in the Old School Gym. 7pm indoor kite fly. Saturday, 9am kids’ kite building workshop, Old School Gym. 10-5pm, all-day outdoor kite fly, Campbell Road. Admission. Kids under 10 free. Precision kite flying, flying performances, fighter kite battles. Running of the Bols. Sunday, 7-11am, pancake breakfast at the Cherry Valley Firehouse.
Friday-Sunday 9/25-27
SUNY Cobleskill Homecoming & Family Weekend.
Whether you're a returning alumni or a family visiting for the first time, Coby Homecoming & Family Weekendbrings everyone together to enjoy the sights, sounds, and memories of campus. Friday, there’s a golf outing at the Cobleskill Golf & Country Club and an alumni mixer at the Bull's Head Tavern; Saturday is for open houses and plant sales and tours across campus. Family Fun Fair, food trucks, Antique Tractor & Car Show, athletic contests, a bonfire, and fireworks finale.
Saturday 9/26
1st annual Cobleskill Stampede. Cobleskill Fairgrounds. Admission. Gates open at
12:30pm. Rodeo 2-5pm. Live rodeo entertainment and professional action. Food vendors and community booths. Family-friendly activities and Western traditions.
HBH Clydesdales Open House 10am-4pm. Free.
Meet the Prairie Road, Carlisle farm’s new additions, enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides, shop food and craft vendors, and enjoy kids’ activities.
NYPA Wildlife Fest 10am-4pm at Minekill State Park. Free.
Birds of prey demonstrations with educators from the NY Wildlife Rescue Center. Petting zoo and animal demonstrations. Face painting, balloon artists. Caricature artists. Entertainment, food trucks, and local craft vendors. More.
Saturday-Sunday 9/26-27
NYS Canine Expo Cobleskill Fairgrounds. Admission.
Live demonstrations, competitions, expert keynote speakers, and a chance to connect with top trainers, vendors, and fellow dog enthusiasts. Food and drink. More.
If you’re not exhausted yet, it’s on to October. (And don’t forget those farmstands, orchards, and u-picks.)October
Saturday 10/3
Stone Fort Fall Festival 11am-6pm. Admission
A full day of music, food, and fun for the entire family. The museums will also be open.
Saturday 10/10
Timothy Murphy 10K 40th Run/Walk for the Environment and Fall Festival. 9am-3pm
The day starts at Max V. Shaul State Park on Route 30 where Tim Murphy himself will be on hand to fire the starting gun for runners and walkers. Downtown, vendors, food trucks, music parade at 11am and more. Stick around for the Oktoberfest.
Saturday-Sunday 10/16-17
Klinkhart Hall Arts Center’s Poetry Festival Mostly free.
This year’s poets, Sherman Alexie, Tina Chang, and Mary Jo Salter, will share in free readings, conversations, and workshops throughout the Village of Sharon Springs all weekend.
The festival opens on Thursday evening with a fundraising dinner (there’s a charge; reservations required.) Friday, the visiting poets will spend the day at Sharon Springs Central School; in the evening, they’ll return for a public reading.
Saturday begins with free adult writing workshops. Pre-registration required. Klinkhart Hall Arts Center for details. In the afternoon, the festival wraps up with a panel discussion that opens into a broader conversation about poetry, creativity, and the role of the arts in public life. [Last year’s Poetry Festival here.]
Saturday 10/17
Cobleskill Community Day 1-7pm. Free.
Community-wide garage sales, pumpkin carving contest 1-3pm, dog costume contest 1-3pm, fall games for kids and adults all day. 5-Zero Band 3-5pm. CPI’s famous Poker Walk 5-7pm.
Like we said, just a sampling. Our friends at Upstate Vacations/Visit Schoharie County keep an ongoing calendar you’ll want to check out too.
