Fun Things to Do in The Catskills This October | Updated 2021

We’ve compiled a huge list of fun things to do this October in the Catskills, from pumpkin walks to tasting tours to arts events. Get your fall jacket on and get ready to explore!

A Recognition of Indigenous Peoples Day Presented by Save Native Sites | October 9 and 10

In recognition of the area’s first inhabitants and Indigenous Peoples day, Save Native Sites is presenting talks on the history of the Munsee people, where they lived and where they are now. Also, visitors can enjoy a video presentation by Mark Peters, Chief of the Munsee-Delaware Nation in Southwestern Ontario, Canada. Chief Peters has been the historian for the Munsee-Delaware Nation for over 30 years. He has worked in the logging & oil industries, as a Social Worker, and in Criminal and Family law as a Member of the Law Society of Ontario. His present focus is on determining and finding ways to exercise Inherent Indigenous Rights. Presentations start at noon.

Saturday, October 9, 2021 - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Matthewis Persen House Museum, 74 John Street. Kingston, 12401

The Big Sip | Bethel Woods | October 9 and 10

Enjoy unlimited sampling from from the finest wineries and distilleries in the region plus a small selection of some of our favorite breweries. You can also enjoy an eclectic food court and live music on the festival stage by Lara Hope & the Arktones, Smash Mouth, The Restless Age, Remember Jones.

More info and tickets can be found here.

Personalized Seed Engraving with Sergey Jivetin | Cragsmore | October 23

Artist Sergey Jivetin will create a limited number of customized seed engravings for people who would like to bring sentimental seeds and share a relevant story. For this first-come, first-served program, you must sign up in advance for your 45-minute timeslot. Register for this event and get more info here.

Peace, Love, and Pumpkins | Bethel Woods | October 15-30

From October 15-31 from 6:30 - 10 PM, enjoy this family-friendly walk through the grounds of Bethel Woods, the site of the original 1969 Woodstock Festival. You’ll see unique, hand-carved jack-o-lanterns and glowing pumpkin art, featuring Woodstock festival icons, dinosaurs, mermaids, Big Foot, and more. They offer Sensory-Friendly days, student discount days, wear-your-costume days, and you can even purchase a trick or treat bag of candy to enjoy on your walk. Tickets and info can be found here.

Night Market at Peace, Love, and Pumpkins | Bethel Woods | October 29-31

If you’re visiting Peace, Love and Pumpkins on Halloween Weekend, enjoy the night market at Bethel Woods with more than 50 craft and specialty food vendors. More info can be found here.

Bat-O-Ween | West Hurley Park | October 30

This fun-filled celebration is part of Bat Conservation International’s Bat Week to educate folks about the importance of Bats in our environment. Enjoy bat crafts, bat education booths, face painting, Haunted House and Costume Contest, food and vendors. Information: mastergardener2000@gmail.com.

Saturday, October 30, 2021 - 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

UlsterCorps Zombie Escape | Williams Lake | October 30

Kick off your Halloween at UlsterCorps’ 11th Annual Zombie Escape Saturday October 30th at Williams Lake in Rosendale. Events include a 5k timed trail run, 2k walk and a free 1k Fun Run for kids. The Zombie Escape is UlsterCorps’ primary annual fundraiser, and a perfect family friendly way to start your Halloween while supporting a great cause. Enjoy the spectacular fall foliage and beautiful trails at Williams Lake, while passing socially distanced zombies and other spooky surprises hiding in the woods, tunnels and caves (no flag belts this year due to COVID). All runners including kids will receive a themed race medal. Custom awards in overall and age groups for the 5K. Tickets and info can be found here.