Things To Do In North Adams This Fall
Discover things to do this fall in and around North Adams to enjoy the great outdoors and all the cultural attractions!
Fall Foliage Parade
The 70th Fall Foliage Parade takes place on Sunday, October 4th starting at 1pm. The parade route starts on Curran Highway near Craft Food Barn, takes a right onto Main St and a right on Ashland St. This year's theme celebrates the 70 years of the Fall Foliage Parade.
Leaf Peeping Along Scenic Mohawk Trail
Drive along the Mohawk Trail to take in all the dazzling fall foliage! Recently, named best place to leaf peep in Massachusetts by The Independent! Peak colors occur in mid-October.
Fall Foliage Festival
North Adams celebrates its Fall Foliage Festival takes place from October 1st through October 4th. Events include: Children's Parade + Fair, 5K Road Race and a Dog Costume Parade.
Ballet Nepantia’s Mistica at MASS MoCA
Co-presentation with Jacob’s Pillow.
Mística honors the company’s ancestors by celebrating the creative and spiritual energies of their indigenous, Afro, and Hispanic roots. It commemorates traditions of Día de Muertos and transports the audience into the afterlife through the use of black light and Ballet Nepantla’s unique fusion of ballet folklorico and contemporary dance.
Apple Picking
Spend an afternoon in the fall sunshine picking apples. Here’s a list of nearby orchards.
Family Night at MASS MoCA
Families with children of all ages are invited to Family Night at MASS MoCA on Thursday, November 12, from 5:30 to 7:30pm. This free event will feature after-hours access to select exhibitions in the museum, performances, art-making, food, giveaways, and fun!
Enjoy the fall foliage aboard the scenic Hoosac Valley Train in Adams and Lenox!
Endea Owens & The Cookout @ MASS MoCA
Known as one of jazz’s most vibrant emerging artists, Endea Owens is a Detroit-raised recording artist, bassist, and composer. Performance on November 14th at 8pm.
Go For A Hike
There are loads of hikes to take in the Northern Berkshires including Greylock Glen, Hoosac Range, Cascades, Tannery Falls and Dunbar Brook Trail to name a few!
Berkshire Cider Project
Enjoy some locally made cider when you visit the tasting room of the Berkshire Cider Project.
Farmers Market
The North Adams Farmers Market is held every Saturday morning from 9am to 1pm on Main Street through October 31, 2026. Learn More
Mohawk Theater Haunted House
We can't wait to welcome you for a night of spooky fun at the Mohawk Theater!
