Connecticut October Spotlight: Top 5 Fall Activities
Written byFall is here and it’s time to trade in your bathing suit for cozy sweaters and gear up for every type of pumpkin flavored, scented, and colored food, drink, and decoration you could dream of.
Only in the Northeast can you find the perfect storm of the elements of fall. And there’s no place better than Connecticut to find the best of the season, complete with crisp air, crunchy leaves, and the smell of apple cider donuts.
We’ve got a rundown of some of the best places to map out your fall plans, including Oktoberfest celebrations, leaf-peeping, and pumpkin spice. Whether you’re bringing back a bushel of apples or discovering you new favorite lager, we’ve got your ride the whole season.
Spotlight Activities
Chowdafest
photo by Donovan’s Restaurant
No fall in New England would be complete without wrapping your hands around a warm cup of chowder. The event, the largest chowder and soup competition in New England, has earned dedicated date on the calendar, Chowdafest Day, by the Governor of CT. So grab a spoon, a ballot, and decide which of the chowders should be crowned king.
Date: October 11
Sample Fares*: From Fairfield—$12; From Norwalk—$13
Leaf Peeping
photo by Yankee Foliage
Connecticut boasts some of the best views of fall foliage in the Northeast. So grab your fuzziest flannel and pack a thermos filled with hot apple cider and take a hike in one of the many parks highlighted as some of the premier destinations in New England this time of year. Use this map to find the best times to see the hues of the season.
Date: October 1—November 30
Sample Fares: Find a trail near you
Brewfest at Harbor Yard
photo by eventbrite
If you’re looking for a day to discover and taste a variety of different seasonal brews this is the event for you. Sample everything from European-style lagers, to saisons, to ciders at this featuring over 85 breweries. And, all proceeds from the event will go to charity.
Date: October 17
Sample Fare: From Fairfield—$12
Porktoberfest
photo by CT Bites
It’s tough to find a combination of words that sounds more appealing. This annual event put on by Fleishers Craft Butchery in Westport celebrating fall, meat, and beer with a pig roast, housemade sausages, and a live Austrian band.
Date: October 25
Sample Fare: From Darien—$15; From Fairfield—$20
Pumpkin Picking
Take a trip to B.F. Clyde’s Cider Mill in Mystic Country pick a pumpkin, and pair some hard cider with their famous apple cider donuts. If cider isn’t your thing, take a trip to Bishop’s Orchards Farm Market & Winery in Guilford and pick a pumpkin perfect for painting, carving, or cooking—it’s your time to get creative! Stop by the winery inside and bring a bottle home—you might find your new favorite pairing for Thanksgiving.
Date: October 1-November 30
Sample Fares: From Branford—$15; From New Haven—$25
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*Sample fares based on standard CT uberX rates and may fluctuate for similar routes depending on traffic, tolls, and special route requests.