Saturday, September 13; Sunday, September 14
Times: The Village is open from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Cost: Included with standard daytime admission or Village membership. Standard daytime admission is $30 for adults, $14 for seniors (55+), $15 for youth (4-17), $15 for college students (with a valid college ID), and free for children 3 and under.
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CowParade Cow By Maria Boutin
Join us for a delightful journey back in time at FallFest! Spend the day with your family and friends in the vibrant surroundings of New England's largest outdoor living history museum. Marvel at the vital role animals played in the daily life of early 19th-century New Englanders, from the hardworking oxen to the endearing sheep, and learn about the region's rich agricultural history. Wander through our scenic gardens, step inside the historical buildings, and chat with our friendly costumed historians. Enjoy the tastes of the season with hard cider and sweet and savory apple-themed treats. Shop for apple-themed products in our shops. Come enjoy a day of family fun and educational adventure. PLUS: enjoy CowParade, a public art exhibit on display throughout the Village through the end of September! Whether you're a history enthusiast, a lover of animals, or simply looking for a fun and informative fall outing, FallFest offers something for everyone.
Apples
Watch the cider mill in action, sample heirloom apples, tour our orchard, learn about historical apple varieties, and purchase hard cider and fall-themed dishes.
Animals
Meet the Village’s oxen teams and guest teams of oxen, and watch them plow the fields. Chat with Old Sturbridge Village’s Beekeeper, Jim Dawber of Hillcrest Apiary, as he harvests honey from comb.
Agriculture
Visit the working farm, see a recreated 19th-century Exhibition of Domestic Manufacture featuring vegetables, cheese, knitted stockings, baskets, and more, learn about 19th-century food preservation, and more.
Activities
Throughout the weekend, there will be hands-on crafts, photo opportunities, plus a farm olympics for kids! There will also be butter churning!
PLUS: Join us Special Local Highlights
Be sure to also stop by our shops for fall-themed decor, treats, books, and more!
Saturday: Author Lecture and Booksigning
Author and historian Melissa Cybulski will be at the Village from 1:30 to 2:30 on Saturday, September 13th, to discuss Johnny Appleseed and his local ties. She will be available after to sign her book, Appleseeds: A Boy Named Johnny Chapman. This program will take place in the David Wight Community Gallery.
Sunday: American Vinegar Works Showcase
Representatives from American Vinegar Works will be in the Ox & Yoke Mercantile from 1:00 – 3:00 on Sunday, September 14th, to talk about their hand-crafted, artisanal vinegars! American Vinegar Works is based in Worcester, MA, and specializes in creating small-batch vinegars using early 19th-century methods.
Tickets
Included with standard daytime admission or Village membership.
Standard daytime admission is $30 for adults, $15 for youth (4-17), $15 for college students (with a valid college ID), and free for children 3 and under.
PLUS: Fall Fest falls during Senior September! This September, we’re offering a special 50% savings on admission for seniors aged 55 and over. For a discounted rate of $14 (regularly $28), step back in time and experience a day filled with history, discovery, and joy—perfect for creating unforgettable memories with friends or your grandchildren! Learn More
FallFest 2025 is sponsored by:
