Now that October is here and the sweltering heat of summer has transformed into a crisp fall breeze, we can all breathe a sigh of relief because autumn has arrived! While many of us are still adjusting to busy schedules filled with school, work, sports, and other activities, we eagerly anticipate the weekend. And what better way to spend those weekends than enjoying all the fun that fall has to offer right here in Northeast Ohio?
Start your autumn adventure at Szalay’s Sweet Corn Farm and Market, nestled in the Cuyahoga Valley in Peninsula. Along with fresh fruits, vegetables, and homemade goods, Szalay’s features a corn maze, pumpkins, and fresh-pressed apple cider. It’s a perfect family spot and an ideal place to snap some Instagram-worthy photos with friends.
Looking for a full-day getaway? Head to Cedar Point for Halloweekends, if you dare! Experience your favorite rides, trick-or-treating, Halloween-themed live performances, and haunted mazes scattered throughout the park.
For a more laid-back vibe, visit Dussel Farm in Kent, where their Pumpkin Festival runs Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The festival features thousands of pumpkins for carving or cooking, face painting, and even a visit from the three witches of Macbeth. Enjoy the autumn atmosphere and sip a specialty pumpkin cappuccino while relaxing with friends.
In Cleveland Heights, The Haunted House Restaurant offers both brunch and dinner to satisfy all your spooky cravings. If you have an afternoon free after morning activities, stop by for a Texas Chainsaw Burger with fries. Had a late night? Plan a brunch date and try the “Twilight” waffle.
No fall season is complete without homemade apple pie, and Beckwith Orchards in Kent is the place to start. Take a stroll through their picturesque orchards or ride along the adjacent Portage County Hike and Bike Trail. The orchard’s pre-picked and washed fruit is ready for customers to enjoy.
Finally, for those seeking a good scare, check out Hudson Haunted House, Ohio’s longest-running haunted attraction. Open every Friday at 7 p.m., the house promises plenty of scream-worthy surprises for those brave enough to enter.
With all that Northeast Ohio has to offer this fall, do not let the season fly by, Knights. Whether you are navigating a corn maze or facing your fears at a haunted house, make the most of the fa-boo-lous fun. Happy Halloween!
