September hosts a variety of events that will get you craving that fall feeling! With the rush of summer calming down, the Catskill region is celebrating the successful harvests of summer with festivals, live music, and events that usher in all of the best things of fall! From Harvest Festivals to Oktoberfests in September, this next month is full of festive activities.
Photo courtesy of Delhi Harvest Festival
Delaware
Margaretville Cauliflower Festival
September 21st
Margaretville, NY
An annual festival celebrating the history of cauliflower in Delaware County. Enjoy delicious cauliflower dishes, hay rides, an extensive vendor market, and a classic car show.
Delhi Harvest Festival
September 21st
Delhi, NY
The town of Delhi becomes a vibrant place to shop, eat, and take in the festivities of fall. Farmers, craftspeople, and herbalists line Main Street and fill Delhi's Courthouse Square selling their produce and goods.
Photo courtesy of the Hudson Valley Garlic Festival
Ulster
Marc Black featuring Amy Fradon with Jef Entin
September 28th
Phoenicia, NY
Enjoy live music organized by Flying Cat Music in Phoenicia, NY. This music series features nationally acclaimed musicians and welcomes them to play at the United Methodist Church.
Hudson Valley Garlic Festival
September 28th-29th
Saugerties, NY
This festival has been celebrated since 1989 with garlic vendors, local food producers, children activities, live music, demonstrations, and much more. Enjoy a full day at the Kiwanis Club in Saugerties.
Photo courtesy of Bethel Woods Harvest Festival
Sullivan
Bethel Woods Harvest Festival
Every Sunday through October 6th beginning September 1st
Over 100 vendors fill the grounds at Bethel Woods, selling local produce, crafts, and more, while activities abound. Try your hand at ax throwing, eating a donut on a string, or participating in a paint & sip, all while enjoying live music.
10th Annual Oktoberfest
September 28th
Roscoe, NY
Enjoy an entire day of activities including carriage rides, bounce houses, live music, traditional Oktoberfest food, beer, and stein holding competitions!
Photo courtesy of Red Shed Brewery
Otsego
Oktoberfest at Red Shed
September 27-29
A weekend full of Oktoberfest events at the Red Shed Brewery including stein holding competitions, live polka music, bavarian fare, decorations, and a great time with friends in the beautiful scenery of Cooperstown, NY.
City of the Hills Festival
September 13 & 14
City of the Hills Festival was founded in the 1980s to celebrate the unique talents of the people of Oneonta and the surrounding area. This is a two day event with live music, craft beer, family activities, and local vendors.