Welcome to the Ultimate Fall Fest Frenzy in Otsego County – where the brews are bold, the gears are turning, and goats are… well, doing yoga.
If you’re ready to dive into autumn headfirst, we've got a lineup that’s more stacked than your favorite pumpkin spice latte. Forget raking leaves or apple-picking for the millionth time (well, don't forget the apple picking, really) – we’re talking firepit pints at Brewery Ommegang, bratwurst bites at Oktoberfests, and a tractor fest that'll make you feel like you’ve stepped into the ultimate autumn daydream.
Let’s be real: fall around here is an art form, and you’re invited to paint with all the colors of beer flights, hayrides, and goat poses (seriously). Ever wanted to mix your lederhosen with a bit of Halloween spookiness? Craving some old-school farm vibes? Feeling the need to soar? And if you’ve never had a downward-facing goat nuzzle your ear during GOAToberfest, well… you haven’t truly lived.
So, grab that scarf, wrap up in your coziest flannel, and prepare to fall hard for Otsego’s quirky charm. Whether you’re here for the suds, the muds, or the goat cuddles, this season promises to be anything but basic. Buckle up – it’s about to get festively fun!
7th Annual OktoberFest
Red Shed Brewery
Sept 27 & 28
The excitement continues as our 7th Annual Oktoberfest is well underway. Music with Tony's Polka Band begins at noon, a Stein-Holding competition begins at 4:15pm, and more live music begins at 6pm. The taproom with Bavarian beer, fare, and decor opens at noon, and the fun and games happen all day long. Prost!
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Butternuts Beer & Ale
September 28 | 12-6
Raise a stein at the Butternuts Beer & Ale Oktoberfest Celebration on September 28th, 12pm-6pm! Savor local beer bratwurst, jumbo pretzels, and fresh apple cider delights, while enjoying German tunes and games. Discover more at the Farm!
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Cherry Valley Artworks Kite Festival
Sept 27-29
Soar at the bi-Annual Cherry Valley Kite Festival from September 27th to 29th! Start with a free kite-building workshop on Friday, followed by an indoor kite fly. On Saturday, enjoy a $5 kids’ kite workshop, then watch outdoor kite-flying, precision flying, and fighter kite battles. With food, vendors, and fun, it’s $5 per person (kids under 10 free). Wrap up the weekend with a Sunday pancake breakfast at the Cherry Valley Firehouse. This is the ultimate high-flying weekend you won’t want to miss!
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Fall Firepit Fridays
Brewery Ommegang
Every Friday
Join us for Fire Pit Fridays this Fall and warm up to the tunes of the Grateful Dead tribute band, Grateful Upstate Toodeloo! Locals, take advantage of our rewards program to earn delectable discounts. Intrigued?
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Pumpkin Bash
Oak Creek Farm & Market
Oct 5
Artisan vendors, food trucks, pumpkin picking, wagon rides, and more!
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Tractor Fest
The Farmers’ Museum
Oct 12
Learn about the world of tractors and everything they powered on New York State farms at the tenth annual Tractor Fest. See classic tractors, small engines, and other machinery––illustrating the growth of farming technology. Regular museum admission rates apply.
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Shocktoberfest
Foothills PAC
Oct 26
A marriage of all things October which will feature NYS craft beers and ciders, axe throwing, professional pumpkin carving, live music, locally produced film screenings, tarot card readings, live theater, unusual music performances, horror movie makeup FX demonstrations, sideshow performers, and a late night screening of Rocky Horror Picture Show to top off the evening!
Tickets to JUST attend the Rocky Horror screening are available as well if you're lame!
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Goatoberfest
NY Goat Yoga
Oct 20
Mark your calendars for the annual GOAToberfest, the perfect blend of wellness and autumnal fun! Start with an invigorating goat yoga class, then savor local craft beer, enjoy a scenic hayride, and capture stunning photos with peak NY fall foliage as your backdrop. Make this your "BEST DAY EVER" by clicking below to buy your tickets now!