Things to do in Lehigh Valley This October
Break out your sweaters, boots, candles, and pumpkins because fall is officially in full swing in Lehigh Valley. Be sure to check out all of these must-see events throughout October!
From getting spooked at the region's top Halloween events, going to a fall festival to pick pumpkins and finding your way out of corn mazes, or hitting the trails to take in Lehigh Valley's stunning fall foliage, there are tons of activities for everyone to cross off their autumn bucket list!
Fourth Annual Lehigh Valley CaresFest - Fall Festival
October 3, 2026
2132 South 12th Street, Allentown, PA 18103
Join the Lehigh Valley for the 4th Annual CaresFest, hosted by the Crime Victims Council of the Lehigh Valley! From 12–4 p.m., enjoy an afternoon of live music, local food vendors, a community marketplace, raffle baskets, family-friendly games, and autumn crafts. Browse local artisan vendors, enjoy the fall atmosphere, and spend the afternoon connecting with the community. Admission and parking are free!
Fall Festival
Weekends through November 1, 2026
Grim's Orchard & Family Farms, 9875 Schantz Rd., Breinigsville, PA 18031
Join Grim's Orchard & Family Farms for their Annual Fall Festival, Lehigh Valley's premier fall harvest experience! With everything from hayrides and pedal cart track to apple cider slushies and donuts, Grim's has something for the whole family to enjoy.
Bethlehem Harvest Fest
October 10, 2026
Main Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018
Visit Downtown Bethlehem for one of the Bethlehem Harvest Fest featuring the wine, soup, and beer-tasting trails! Rock on Main Street with live music and all the flavors of the season.
Bethlehem Running Festival
October 16-18, 2026
101 Founders Way, Bethlehem, PA, 18015
Join Lehigh Valley in historic Bethlehem for an unforgettable weekend of running at the Bethlehem Running Festival presented by Lehigh Valley Health Network. With courses designed by "The Mayor of Running," Bart Yasso, choose from a 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Triple Play, or Double Play options!
Mack Trucktoberfest 2026
October 17, 2026
2402 Lehigh Parkway South Allentown, PA 18103
Mack Trucktoberfest 2026 returns this October at the Mack Trucks Historical Museum for a day of trucking history, and family-friendly fun! Enjoy truck displays, lunch for purchase, and the new Ride & Drive experience. Registration is required, with a $5 donation per person for guests over 12 (children 5 and under are free). Ride & Drive participants must be 18+ with a valid driver’s license, and reservations are limited. Registration closes at noon on Friday, October 9, 2026, or when spaces fill.
Coffee Festival
October 17, 2026
1660 Blue Mountain Drive, Palmerton, PA 18071
Come out to Blue Mountain Resort for a full day of celebrating all things coffee at the Coffee Festival! Beyond the coffee, explore craft vendors, enjoy live music from the Erin Kelly Band, and soak in the stunning fall views from the mountain. Whether you take your coffee hot, iced, sweet, or strong, there’s something for every coffee lover to sip, savor, and enjoy (yum!).
ChiliFest
October 17, 2026
324 S. New St., Bethlehem, 18015
What is better than a nice bowl of chili on a cool day? How about 20 bowls of chili on a cool day! Tasting stations will be located at restaurants and businesses throughout 3rd and 4th Streets. Beer, wine, and other refreshments are available to purchase from the restaurant and craft beverage locations on the trail. Tickets are $35 per person. Every ticket sold comes with the official commemorative ChiliFest spoon!
Boo at the Zoo
Weekends from October 17-18, 24-25, 2026
Lehigh Valley Zoo, 5150 Game Preserve Rd, Schnecksville, PA 18078
Boo at the Zoo is a three-weekend event that is a scary good time! Don't forget your candy bags and costumes for Trick-or-treat each day at candy & treat stations throughout the Zoo! Check out themed crafts and activities, plus a pumpkin patch, music and dancing the final weekend, and more!
The Mom Market: Spooktacular Fall Fest
October 25, 2026
1001 W Union Blvd Bethlehem, PA 18018
Spend a fall day at the Bethlehem Mom Market, featuring 100+ local vendors, a Kids Market, seasonal treats, handmade goods, and more. Taking place alongside the Bethlehem Halloween Parade, the event brings shopping, family fun, and Halloween spirit to the Bethlehem Rose Garden. Start the morning with free yoga from The Valley Om, then browse local vendors and enjoy the fall atmosphere. Costumes are welcome!
Phantom of the Opera
October 28, 2026
Miller Symphony Hall, 23 North 6th Street Allentown, PA 18101
Get into the Halloween spirit with the 1925 silent-film classic The Phantom of the Opera. Starring Lon Chaney in his legendary role, the film will be accompanied by a live organ score performed by renowned silent-film accompanist Dennis James. Experience this classic tale of suspense, cinema, and music from 7:30–9:30 PM at Miller Symphony Hall. Admission is $25.
Haunted Illusions
October 31, 2026
453 Northampton St. Easton, PA 18042
Experience an evening of magic, comedy, and Halloween fun with Haunted Illusions! Master illusionist David Caserta brings the audience into the act with people levitating, disappearing, and reappearing right before your eyes. Featuring original illusions created exclusively for the show, this family-friendly event is filled with thrills, laughter, and surprises. Tickets go on sale to State Theatre members Tuesday, April 21 at 10 AM, with tickets available to the public Friday, April 24 at 10 AM.
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