Fall festivals in Vermont are a celebration of harvest-time and the bountiful gifts that mother nature and our hard work provided!
Whether harvesting grapes, apples, pumpkins, or the last of the vegetables from your garden, it’s a proud and bittersweet moment that marks the end of warm days and the last hoorah before we all hunker down for winter.
The Champlain Islands have a deep history in agriculture. The land has been farmed for hundreds of years and much of it is still in agriculture today or preserved so that it can never be developed.
Fall festivals and events in Vermont in the Champlain Islands are a way to celebrate our food and beverage producers in one of the most scenic parts of the state.
Vermont Fall Festivals & Events in the Champlain Islands
These festivals and events in the Champlain Islands are beloved local traditions.
Spirit Fest at Snow Farm Vineyard & Distillery
Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025, noon – 4 p.m.
Raise a glass to the autumn season at our annual Spirit Fest—a free, fun-filled celebration of craft spirits and local flavor!
Held on the grounds of Snow Farm Vineyard & Distillery, this lively fall festival features live music, delicious food trucks, scenic wagon rides, games, distillery tours, and a festive atmosphere perfect for families and friends alike. Family-friendly event.
Kintober Fest at Donaldson Park
Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025, noon – 5 p.m.
Let the fall festivities (and festbier!) begin!
Hosted by Kraemer and Kin Brewery at Donaldson Park in Grand Isle.
Live music, local food & beer, and a selection of special-edition Kintoberfest merch available from noon until 5 p.m. Family-friendly event.
Harvest Fest at Allenholm Farm
Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
The Champlain Islands Farmers Market Fall Festival has live music, games on the lawn, fall foods, crafts, and more at Allenholm Farm. Family-friendly event. Support local producers while enjoying a fun fall day!
Harvest Fest at Snow Farm Vinyeard & Distillery
Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025, noon to 4 p.m.
Snow Farm Vineyard & Distillery’s Harvest Festival is an afternoon full of grape harvesting, food trucks, live music, wagon rides, lawn games, and of course, wine tastings!
Help pick grapes alongside our vineyard team and connect with the land (weather and seasonally dependent on grapes).
There will be a campfire to keep you toasty and the celebration going as long as possible.
You’re invited to enjoy the easy hike up Fox Hill behind the vineyard to enjoy the views. Family-friendly event.
Happy Fall Harvest in Vermont!
This post was provided by Snow Farm Vineyard in South Hero. We hope you’ll stop by to see us this fall or shop our wines online!
