Most Americans appreciate autumn for its many traditions, from apple-picking with loved ones to preparing for spooky Halloween gatherings. While each state hosts its own array of fall activities, some of the country’s harvest-time celebrations are well worth traveling across state lines for. Luckily for fall enthusiasts, USA Today recently released its rankings of America’s top ten fall festivals, so planning adventures for the upcoming season should be a total breeze.

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Facebook/NH Pumpkin Festival USA Today recently issued its 2019 Readers’ Choice rankings, and the Best Fall Festival category certainly delivered with 10 amazing and fun events to explore. New England is known for its breathtaking fall foliage and perfect sweater weather, so it’s no surprise that the nation’s most beloved fall festival takes place in Vermont: the ever-popular Vermont Pumpkin Chuckin’ Festival. This fun event features pumpkin catapults, plenty of delicious fare, and endless entertainment for the whole family. Other New England events on the list include the Great Cortland Pumpkinfest in New York and the NH Pumpkin Festival in the heart of New Hampshire.

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Facebook/Sonoma County Harvest Fair Midwesterners will have a blast at the number two-ranked celebration on the list, which takes place in Evansville, Indiana. The West Side Nut Club Festival is a whirlwind of excitement, complete with carnival rides, ample junk food, and a vibrant autumn parade. West Coasters shouldn’t feel left out from the fall fun, though: the Sonoma County Harvest Fair in Sonoma, California rounds out the top ten list and promises to bring the many joys of autumn to the Golden State. No matter which of these unforgettable gatherings you choose to attend, one thing is for sure: autumn is officially on its way.

Have you checked out any of these amazing fall gatherings in years past? Are there any others that you would have included on a top ten list? Share your thoughts with us in the comment section below!

Facebook/Vermont Pumpkin Chuckin’ Festival

Facebook/NH Pumpkin Festival

USA Today recently issued its 2019 Readers’ Choice rankings, and the Best Fall Festival category certainly delivered with 10 amazing and fun events to explore. New England is known for its breathtaking fall foliage and perfect sweater weather, so it’s no surprise that the nation’s most beloved fall festival takes place in Vermont: the ever-popular Vermont Pumpkin Chuckin’ Festival. This fun event features pumpkin catapults, plenty of delicious fare, and endless entertainment for the whole family. Other New England events on the list include the Great Cortland Pumpkinfest in New York and the NH Pumpkin Festival in the heart of New Hampshire.

Facebook/West Side Nut Club

Facebook/Sonoma County Harvest Fair

Midwesterners will have a blast at the number two-ranked celebration on the list, which takes place in Evansville, Indiana. The West Side Nut Club Festival is a whirlwind of excitement, complete with carnival rides, ample junk food, and a vibrant autumn parade. West Coasters shouldn’t feel left out from the fall fun, though: the Sonoma County Harvest Fair in Sonoma, California rounds out the top ten list and promises to bring the many joys of autumn to the Golden State. No matter which of these unforgettable gatherings you choose to attend, one thing is for sure: autumn is officially on its way.

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