If you are looking for things to do in New England this fall, look no further. Our editors share their personal favorites, from classic fall fun to hidden gems.
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Where to See Fall Foliage This Weekend | 2026
Peak foliage is moving south, bringing brilliant color to the Maine coast, New Hampshire’s Lakes Region, and Connecticut. Learn where to find the best color this weekend, which areas are past peak, and where the show is just getting started.
Boston is clearly a top city destination, but Providence has the added benefit of being less crowded and more compact, making it an ideal day trip destination for autumn strolling. Here are five of our favorite things to do in Providence in the fall.
Yankee photo editor Heather Marcus looks back at a decade of favorite foliage photos.
Let the Williams Inn nurture your spark and your dreams.
Make the most of glorious October in New England with this guide to travel deals and the best fall events for weekends.
Stepping into rural Maine life, you find more than meets the eye—and plenty to lift the soul.
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Best Halloween Events in New England
Curious about the Best Halloween Events in New England? Check out this spook-tacular collection of events to get you in the haunted Halloween spirit!
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Curate Your Stay in Massachusetts
Discover itineraries filled with cultural, retail, and culinary gems.
Meet two hospitality-driven Maine women who are creating curated stays and taking a deeply personal approach to caring for vacation homes, their owners, and the guests who enjoy them.
Fresh off our wedding and saving for a honeymoon, my husband, friends, and I stocked up on cozy fall layers at Renys, then put them to the test on a windswept Maine beach.
Pair brilliant fall foliage with harbors, lighthouses, waterfront parks, and charming historic streets in these five scenic New England coastal towns.