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Best Apple Orchards and Apple Festivals Greensburg PA

Autumn in Pennsylvania is a picturesque experience. Pennsylvania happens to be at the ideal longitude and latitude to have the perfect range of fall colors. Actually, you can check out these fall driving tours to find out where the foliage will peak in your area. Or see if one of these routes will take you to the festivals listed below. What do we think of when we think of autumn? Cinnamon, pumpkins, leaves, brisk breezes, and of course, apples. Apple picking is a great fall activity to get out into nature, enjoy the changing leaves, and to get some delicious apples along the way. We’re showing you the best apple orchards and apple festivals near Greensburg, PA so you can get out and enjoy yourself this season.

Pennsylvania Apple and Cheese Festival

Where: Canton, PA When: Oct. 1st and 2nd This is one event that you don’t want to miss. The Pennsylvania Apple and Cheese Festival has been going strong since 1988. The festival features fine arts and photography, craft demonstrations and vendors, wine and cheese tasting, children’s activities, and tons of free entertainment. And most importantly, all sorts of apple and cheese desserts will be at your disposal. There will also be apple displays, cider pressing, and much more.

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2016 Applefest

Where: Franklin, PA When: October 7th, 8th, 9th This is a premiere event that allows you to take in the beauty of the fall season, live music, 350 craft and food vendors, a farmers’ market, a 5K race, and children's’ activities. This festival has everything you’ve been looking for. Alongside the previously listed activities, Hundreds of antique and classic cars await you on Sunday at their classic car show. Get your fill of festival fun and apple-themed activities at the 2016 Applefest.

The National Apple Harvest Festival

Where: Biglerville, PA When: October 1-2 and 8-9 This festival is held for the first two full weekends in October. It celebrates beautiful crafts, great music, and wonderful food. It has been over fifty years in the making and has something for everyone. It is located in the heart of Pennsylvania Apple country, near historic Gettysburg. The National Apple Harvest Festival also hosts special attractions including Orchard tours, a petting zoo, and a steam engine display. And if you're lucky, you could catch a glimpse of the PA Apple Queen.

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Pennsylvania Orchard Directory

Looking to test out a few different orchards this season or looking for something in a different part of the state? Take a look at the Pennsylvania Orchards Directory. You can search near your zip code and adjust the distance from where you’re searching. You can find featured orchards, organic orchards, regular orchards, and community orchards. You can also search for orchards growing specific fruit varieties. Get into the fall spirit with the best apple orchards and apple festivals near Greensburg, PA. Test your hand at crafts, listen to music, and enjoy the brisk autumn breeze. Looking for a new Toyota to take you on your scenic drive to one of these festivals? Take a look at all of our great Toyota models in our inventory. Then come on by and take a test drive.
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