AppleFest Weekend I

AppleFest Weekend I

Saturday, October 17th – Sunday, October 18th

10:00am – 5:00pm Daily

Apples and Autumn are New England favorites! Wachusett Mountain’s 42nd annual AppleFest is your ticket to both, featuring every apple-flavored treat from candy to cocktails, and one of the most unique bird’s-eye views of Fall foliage in Massachusetts. Extended to two weekends due to popularity!

🍎 Hot apple cider, fresh cider donuts, apple soda & more from the Red Apple Farm
🍏 Try a Spiked Apple Cider Slushies at O’Brien’s Patio Bar
🎶 Live music all weekend with Irish Folk Music on Saturday and some Jam and Rock & Roll on Sunday.
🪄 Daily Magic & Circus Shows, contests, and roaming characters all weekend long.
🫧 Bring on the competition with free rounds of Bubble Soccer from 12:00pm to 3:00pm daily. What’s Bubble Soccer, you ask? Come find out, you’re going to have a ball!
💫 Daily daring and high-jumping performances by Flippenout Extreme Trampoline
🍺 The most beer of the year. Seasonal pumpkin ale, cider, IPAs, and more from all our local brewery favorites.
🍔 Fantastic food trucks serving up everything from egg rolls to caramel corn, and all sorts of apple treats.
🛍️ Local Crafters Market inside & outside with over 90 booths selling homemade jam, handmade jewelry, and more.
🍂 Our scenic Skyride is the best view of Fall foliage around. A peaceful ride to the summit on the brand new Polar Express, with a 360° view of the valley.

NEW Sunday Only: Guided Hike to the summit and skyride down right into the festival (plus a free Polar Seltzer)! Guided Hike leaves at 11:00am. Adults: $36, JRs $29. Click on the guided hike package below.

🐻‍❄️ Children under 5 are free! A weekend of fun for the whole family.

🚄 Check the Ski Train schedule to find out how you can be shuttled to and from nearby Wachusett Station!

Event Schedule:

12:00 – 4:00pm – Irish Folk Music with the Boston Rovers (White Patio Tent)

12:00 – 3:00pm – Princess Elsa (Roaming)

12:00 – 3:00pm – Bubble Soccer (Back Lawn)

11:30am – Trampoline Show (Front Lawn)

12:00pm – Magic with Steve Charette (Back Stage)

12:30pm – Pie Eating Contest (Back Stage)

1:00pm – Wunderle’s Circus Show (Back Stage)

1:30pm – Trampoline Show

1:30pm – Meet & Greet with Princess Elsa / Sing Along

2:00pm – Magic with Steve Charette (Back Stage)

2:30pm – Donut on a String Contest

3:00pm – Wunderle’s Circus Show (Back Stage)

3:00pm – Trampoline Show (Front Lawn)

4:00pm – Magic with Steve Charette (Back Stage)

Parking is free! As a friendly reminder, we do not allow dogs (except service animals) or coolers at our festivals. Lawn chairs are allowed and encouraged. Festivals run rain or shine. Ticket prices increase for day-of sales (Day-Of $18 per Adult, $13 per Junior, Children 5&Under are Free to Enter). Tickets are non-refundable.

Ride the train and enjoy Fall Festival Fun! Our shuttle will meet the 11:51 AM MBTA Commuter Rail train at Wachusett Station, departing North Station at 10:15 AM. Return transportation will leave the festival at 4:00 PM in time for the 4:25 PM train. View the train schedule here. Reserve your shuttle seat below for $5 per person—you’ll receive the full $5 back as a voucher to use during the festival!

With Thanks to Our Sponsors

Wachusett Mountain is proud to host the Marines collecting donations for the Worcester County Toys for Tots

Interested in becoming a vendor?

Wachusett welcomes vendors who offer unique, hand-crafted wares and concessions. Check the Registration Page for festival dates, FAQ, and more.

Sponsorship opportunities are available!

Want to see your logo here? Visit our Sponsorship Page to find out how to connect your business with our guests.