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Take in Lehigh Valley views in their full autumn splendor. Be sure to pack along your camera as you explore these photo-ready fall foliage viewing locations throughout the region. 

Photo credit: @igbethelhem on Instagram

Pack a picnic lunch, a comfortable blanket, some sunglasses and take advantage of the many parks and cozy spots as the setting for your next picnic. The following locations call for some walking shoes as you won’t want to miss out on the nearby trails and attractions.

There's no food that welcomes feeling of fall like freshly picked apples. In Lehigh Valley, you'll find a number of locations offering locally-grown varieties, both in pre-picked and pick-your-own options. 

Crunchy leaves, crisp air, and pumpkin-flavored everything. Lehigh Valley shines in bright oranges and vibrant reds during the fall months. Make the most of the season by crossing off these must-do activities before the colder temperatures start to creep in. Please note that due to COVID-19, some of these may be conducted differently to adhere to state & local guidelines. 

With so many fantastic locally-owned restaurants here in Lehigh Valley, it’s sometimes hard to decide where to go or what to eat. Throughout the seasons, restaurant groups of Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton, and beyond come together to highlight Restaurant Week.

Lovers of fall can rejoice that at this time of year as many Lehigh Valley farms are playing host to outdoor autumnal attractions, including corn mazes, pumpkin patches, hayrides and more.

Following the success of 2019’s inaugural Festival UnBound, Touchstone Theatre is back for round two

Boutique & extended-stay hotels to open in the region

Big-​brand hotels are opening in ​Lehigh Valley—​Hilton—​and strengthening the ​region’s boutique cred. ​Together, the ​two new hotels are unlocking ​152 new rooms to meet ​the anticipated ​visitor demand, which ​was steadily increasing before the COVID-19 outbreak in the U.S. and has been on the rise for over the past ​10 years.​ Even since the pandemic, the region has seen some of the strongest hotel demand in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania since March 2020.​

Looking for a way to beat the heat this summer? You don't have to sit inside in the AC to stay cool. Why not head underground where you'll be able to experience mild temperatures all year round?

Enjoy a night under the stars at the drive in movies! 

Lehigh Valley's Drive-Ins are both open! Please check with each venue to learn more about their health & safety practices. 

Becky's Drive-In in Walnutport
Open 7 days a week! Gates open at 7 p.m. on Friday, 6 p.m. on Saturday & 7:30 p.m. Sunday–Thursday. Admission is $10 for adults and $7 for children ages 3-12. Admission includes a double feature.

• Through July 30 - Screen 1: “The Karate Kid” (PG) at 8:50 p.m. and “Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby” (PG-13) at 11:15 p.m.
• Through July 30 - Screen 2: “Twister” (PG-13) 8:55 p.m. and “Gremlins” (PG) at 11:05 p.m.

Shankweiler's in Orefield
Showtimes are approximate, arrive early! Admission is $10 for adults and $7 for Children 12 & under; free for children ages 2 yrs & under. Admission includes a double feature.

• July 28 and July 30: "The Rental" (R) at 8:50 p.m. and "The Big Ugly" (R) at 10:30 p.m.