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Feeling creepy? Kooky? All together spooky? October 18, Cortland County has the cure, with the return of the Curiosities Market. So call in sick and tell Lurch to pull the car around- the strange and unusual has taken over Cortland County. Spend the day shopping at an oddity & curiosity market, communing with the undead, and solving a unique murder mystery! Here in Cortland, we don't hide the…

Halloween is just around the corner, and Cortland County has all the thrills, chills, haunts, and happenings you're searching for. Whether you want to scream till you cry, commune with the beyond, or enjoy a little family-friendly trick-or-treating, we've got just the thing! FALL FAMILY FUN If you are looking for some Halloween fun that is more treats than tricks, let the gourd times roll! THE…

USA Today's 10 Best Fall Festivals Returns to Cortland! 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…

Hollenbeck's Cider Mill doors are open for the 2024 season. 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 corn…

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.  APPLE CRUMBLE SHAKEN ESPRESSO Start your day with a Apple Crumble Shaken Espresso from Prandium and make your taste buds…

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 2023 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards is 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 open, and…

According to Webster's dictionary, the definition of Hygge is a quality of coziness that makes a person feel content and comfortable. It's also often used as an adjective meaning "cozy or comfortable." With cool November days upon us and the sun slipping below the horizon far too early, we could all use a healthy dose of hygge in our lives.  So grab a blanket, light a candle and brew some tea…

It’s October, which means it’s time to go full fall mode! So, throw on your favorite flannel and start checking off a few autumn bucket list activities, and adventures in Cortland County. BABY, I’M A-MAZED A totally bucket list-worthy activity to do in the fall is tackle the Trinity Valley Dairy Farm corn maze. Surround yourself with 8- to 9-foot stalks of corn as you journey…

This blog is the first in a series, exploring hiking and traveling with your faithful, four-legged, friends in Cortland County. Do you have a favorite trail or place in Cortland County that you love sharing with your dog? Perhaps, you snapped the perfect photo of you and Fido, exploring locally?  I want to know about it! Email me at Candace@experiencecortland.com and just maybe we'll see you in…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Sure, you could hop in your car and take in the scenic fall foliage that covers Cortland County, but we recommend stepping outside your vehicle and explore these unique leaf peeping spots.   Fall Foliage with some adrenaline.   Catch some of New York's best fall foliage from the mountain! Try out Greek Peak's Nor'Easter Mountain Coaster for some added adrenaline to your leaf peeping this…

Fall in Upstate New York is a magical time of year. The rolling hills throughout Cortland County are dotted with farms, produce stands, beautiful old homes, and the best drives for enjoying fall foliage. We’ve made a list of a few drives throughout the county to enjoy the fall season and hopefully take you to places you’ve never been before! Little York to East Homer to Truxton This…