October 4-6 – The 31st Annual Great Downtown Ithaca Apple Harvest Festival
Posted by Dustin Horton // September 25, 2013 // Calendar of Events, Festivals
Friday 12-6pm; Saturday 10am-6pm; Sunday 10am-6pm
The festival is a nostalgic journey to harvest season fun. The delicacies of the region are at every turn with over 100 vendors including unique apple varietals, hot apple cider donuts, kettle corn, fry bread, local farm fresh baked goods and a multitude of around the world specialties. Local farmers are on site selling everything from tasty apple beverages to fall time produce such as local pumpkins and of course, apples, apples and more apples. Wineries and cideries have regional beverages available for tasting and purchase. Kids can visit with the goats and learn how fiber is made with Laughing Goat Fiber Farm.
Over 50 different handmade artists display their arts and crafts in the Craft Show. It is a showcase where you can begin to stock up on handmade items including jewelry, ceramics, home decor, body care, specialty gifts, clothing and so much more. As street fairs go, this one is outstanding, full of family entertainment, games, rides, prizes and live performances on two stages.
