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Held at the European-style Trapp Family Lodge in Stowe, Vermont, this is the only time you’ll attend an Oktoberfest owned by the famous family of singers. Trapp Family Oktoberfest is a one-day event held at the von Trapp Brewing Bierhall. Entry to the family-friendly event includes lager or root beer in a commemorative mug, plus an appetizer and entrée for guests 13 and older (guests 12 and under get a root beer in a commemorative mug and an appetizer like pretzels with beer cheese dip, bratwurst with house mustards, and potato pancake with horseradish applesauce). The 13th annual Trapp Family Oktoberfest event is September 17, 2022. Fall is also the best time to visit Vermont if you want to see the Northeast’s famous fall foliage, so come for Oktoberfest, and stay for the autumn vibes.
The 13th annual Vermont Pumpkin Chuckin’ Festival on September 25, 2022 is a family-friendly pumpkin tossing competition in Stowe that also includes a chili cook-off, live music, and kids’ activities. Teams use homemade trébuchets, or catapults, to see how far they can hurl pumpkins. Held at Stoweflake Mountain Resort, the Vermont Pumpkin Chuckin’ Festival raises funds for the Clarina Howard Nichols Center, which aims to end domestic and sexual violence in Lamoille County.
This picturesque town in northern Vermont comes alive in the fall beneath gorgeous fall foliage lighting up in fiery shades of orange.
This picturesque town in northern Vermont comes alive in the fall beneath gorgeous fall foliage lighting up in fiery shades of orange.
Don't miss the skiing in Stowe.
While famous for its outdoor winter sports (Stowe Mountain Resort), hot take: Stowe is actually best-visited in the fall. Cruise up and through Smugglers' Notch to peep all those fiery leaves. Favorite fall hikes include: Stowe Pinnacle, Sterling Pond, and Mount Mansfield via Hell Brook (the start of this hike is literal hell, but hey, you only live once). In town, grab a vegan sammie at Ranch Camp and a beer at The Alchemist. Distance from Burlington: 40 mins.
Folks are always asking when to visit Vermont. And the answer is beyond simple — it’s leaf peeping season. This short window of time between mid-September and mid-October reveals a stunning version of New England painted yellow, red and orange. Your best chances for spotting color in one of the most colorful places on Earth are to “get high” (elevations with panoramic views) or “get low” (valleys near marshy waters where trees are their most vibrant).
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Basic bitch autumn, but with a twist. Cozy pumpkin patches, giant corn mazes, mountain-top gondolas, plunging-views, picturesque farmhouses, warm apple cider, and romantic drive-ins. There are too many thing to do in Vermont in the fall, so here are just a few of my favorites.bomb vermont breweries
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18 Best Oktoberfest Events in the US for 2022
Read more...As autumn approaches, it’s time to don lederhosen and dirndls and raise a beer stein in honor of Oktoberfest. While the Bavarian festival is rooted in 19th-century Germany, the popularity of the fall folk festival is prevalent throughout the US. The original Oktoberfest event was celebrated in 1810 on the wedding day of Crown Prince […]
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The Best Fall Festivals in the US for 2022
Read more...After a summer of fun in the sun, you autumn know (get it?) about these cozy fall events and festivals. Stretching from the autumnal equinox in late September to the Winter Solstice at the end of December, autumn is the perfect time to enjoy the outdoors by apple picking, leaf peeping, and festival-going. From stargazing to […]
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Top Places to See Fall Foliage in the US 2023
Read more...In hues of amber, crimson, and ochre, fall conjures up cozy sweaters, pumpkin spice, and fabulous fall foliage Predicting the best time to see the leaves change is tricky, but many states offer foliage trackers to help travelers time their trips. Looking at past peak periods can also help predict the best time to take […]
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50 of the Most Romantic Places in the US by State
Read more...Love is in the air, around the corner, and all over the map. Whether you prefer long walks on the beach at sunset, wining and dining until the wee hours of the morning, or soaring to new heights – literally, we have 50 shades of ways to spark love, rekindle romance, and induce wanderlust. Let’s […]
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36 of the Most Colorful Places in the World
Read more...Curiously crimson landscapes that are (somehow) natural and Gatorade-level hues of blue are found in droves across our travel rainbow—along with every other eclectic shade in between. Mother Nature formed and human-made alike, these destinations provide a hearty dose of monochromatic magnificence that’ll have you reconsidering your favorite color left and right. Toss out everything you […]