Fall color is beginning to emerge, with colder nights expected to accelerate the change in the days ahead. Jim Salge shares his latest foliage forecast, including where color is appearing now, how drought may affect the coast, and what to look for this coming weekend.
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Best New England Fall Festivals & Events | 2026
Add these New England fall festivals and fairs to your autumn to-do list. Updated for 2026!
This welcoming rural community less than 40 miles from Boston traces its independent spark and can-do spirit to the earliest days of the American experiment.
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Favorite Late Fall Hikes in New England
A collection of easy to moderate late fall hikes in New England that are worth the trek even after the foliage fades.
12 New England Fairs to Visit This Fall
With their giant pumpkins and tractor pulls, livestock exhibits and deep-fried whoopie pies, these New England fairs deserve a spot on your autumn adventures list.
New England State Fall Foliage Guides
Learn the best time to see the leaves change color in each state, plus top foliage towns, stunning scenic routes, and fantastic fall attractions.
Autumn in our region means more than just beautiful leaves. Here, Yankee ranks the best foliage towns in New England in 14 categories, from scenery to farmstands to food and lodging.