Fall

It's that time of year, when the weather begins to drive us indoors. Early evenings leave us curled around the fire or stirring soup over the stove, contemplating feathering our nest. Whether you're a budding artist or just appreciate locally crafted goods, Cortland County is full of everything you need to make you feel inspired to create or simply create a more cozy space this fall. POTTERY WORKS…

Move over pumpkin, there's another fall flavor in town. Cortland County is famous for it's apples and these local eateries are showcasing just how delicious it can be. This is just a sample of culinary treats the county has to offer. Click here for a full list of eateries.  CARMEL APPLE MACCHIATO Start your day with a caramel apple macchiato from Coffee Mania and make your taste buds sing. If…

Hollenbeck's Cider Mill doors are open for the 2021 season. Masked guests are welcome to peruse the shelves of glittering preserves, watch apples pressed into cider and find themselves enveloped in the ethereal scents of fresh pies and doughnuts once again. Hollenbeck's hours are 9 a.m.- 6 p.m. Monday - Sunday, until the apple boxes are empty.  If your fall traditions include wandering through…

Navigating your way through a corn maze is an essential fall activity for families, and Trinity Valley Dairy Farm has pulled out all the stops once again to create a fresh, challenging maze for their visitors! Everyone - not just kids - can enjoy a fun-filled, fall trip to Family Fun Days & Corn Maze starting Saturday, September 18.  Enjoy acres of outdoor family activities in the fresh country…

Whether you're looking for heart pumping, adrenaline rushing scares, or kid-friendly fall fun, there are endless ways to celebrate Halloween in Cortland County.  For more details, and plenty more great events, check out the Experience Cortland events calendar. TRINITY VALLEY CORN MAZE Thursday- Saturday Sept. 18- Oct. 31 |10-4p.m.| Trinity Valley Dairy| $7 Thursday & Friday / $9 Saturday & Sunday…

It's time to celebrate the spookiest day of the year with some safe, family-friendly Halloween events and activities that will give you your fair share of thrills and chills. Keep reading for Cortland County happenings and how to have a haunted good time while staying safe: If you choose to take part in any of the activities below, please adhere to all social distancing guidelines. The information…

Do your Zoom backgrounds need a little pizazz these days? Are you tired of looking at your bland computer desktop background? Whether you’re collaborating with coworkers on a video conference call, hosting a virtual happy hour with friends or celebrating a special occasion we invite you to meet in Cortland County from the comfort of your home by installing these custom fall Zoom backgrounds.…

The long weekend is almost here, but your still in need of some quality ideas for fun things to do? Let Experience Cortland soothe some of the last-minute uncertainty about which weekend event will float your boat.  Please visit individual websites to view their current services and operations. Some may require reservations or have special hours so please review location information before…

During fall, it's all apple all the time, and there's no better place to get your apple fix than Hollenbeck's Cider Mill! The Cortland County staple has opened its doors for their 88th season, and although the experience may be a little different this year, you can still get your all your favorite fall treats delivered right to you car! Keep reading for how to navigate the season. THE BASICS The…

Plans to visit Cortland County this weekend? Maybe you're already here! Below is just a small sampling of what's going on in the area so you don't miss a moment. For more details, and plenty more great events, check out the Experience Cortland events calendar. 8TH ANNUAL LITTLE YORK FIBER ARTS FESTIVAL Saturday, Oct. 12 & Sunday, Oct. 13 | Little York Pavilion  Whether you're a knitter, crafter,…

Every October since 1996, Downtown Cortland has been transformed into a vibrant, outdoor fall festival when The Great Cortland Pumpkinfest arrives in Historic Courthouse Park.  The two-day event has been one of the county's most highly-anticipated fall celebrations, a family-friendly experience that has become a favorite for locals and visitors alike.  The 4th Best Fall Festival in the United…

The cooler fall temperatures inspired me to start checking off a few seasonal bucket list activities and adventures, and I made headway on my list this past weekend at Trinity Valley Dairy Farm, a fourth-generation family farm in the East Homer.There's no denying the main attraction at the moment is the 7-acre corn maze, but it certainly was not the only reason to swing by. From delectable…

October is the perfect month to embrace the fall season in Cortland County, where you'll find many fun festivals and events taking place throughout the county. From all things pumpkin spice to Halloween parades, beer tastings to celebrations of the fiber arts, there is no shortage of things to do this autumn.  So throw on your favorite flannel and join the Cortland County community for these…

Cortland Repertory Theatre Downtown has officially announced their upcoming fall and winter season. After the Theatre's final event at the Little York Pavilion - Little York Fiber Arts Festival on Saturday, October 12 - the good times move to the location on Port Watson Street in Historic Downtown Cortland.  From trivia nights to live music, comedy evenings to holiday festivities, there will…

The results are in! The Great Cortland Pumpkinfest was named the 4th Best Fall Festival in the entire United States in USA Today’s popular 2019 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. “We are thrilled that USA Today and the traveling public have recognized Cortland County’s Pumpkinfest,” said Meghan Lawton, Executive Director of the Cortland County Convention & Visitors Bureau. “To just receive…

The Readers' Choice contest hosted by USA Today is looking for America's best fall festival, and Cortland's very own has been nominated! USA Today’s popular 2019 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards is currently hosting a contest for Best Fall Festival in the USA and the Great Cortland Pumpkinfest is among the nominees. Now we need your help to make Pumpkinfest number one! Voting is currently…

Hollenbeck's Cider Mill celebrates its 86th cider season this fall. A trip to see the cider press, or to enjoy a freshly made donut is a fall must do in Cortland County. Check out the video below. Share your Cortland County adventures with us for a chance to be featured! Tag @experiencecortland and use hashtag #experiencecortland.

Trinity Valley Dairy Farm is a fourth-generation family farm in the beautiful East Homer valley. We got to explore it all from cows to their 2-mile long corn maze! Make a trip to Trinity Valley Dairy Farm a must do on your fall adventure in Cortland County.   Check out the video below. Share your Cortland County adventures with us for a chance to be featured! Tag @experiencecortland and tag…

There’s a massive corn maze growing out in Truxton, NY in Cortland County! Trinity Valley Dairy Farm has created a 2-mile-long corn maze adventure that is sure to get the entire family excited for the fall harvest season.   Located on the farm, this maze takes you through twists and turns as you venture among the corn stalks. From above, your journey is in the design of a friendly…