Pump the breaks…It’s time to say farewell to summer and hello to FALL. September is upon us and that means everything pumpkin! We’ve highlighted some of Philly’s most popular treats and nearby festivities to awaken your inner autumnal spirit.
Festivities
Your one-stop destination for all things fall is Linvilla Orchards in Media, Pennsylvania. Spread across 300 acres, this charming estate has something for everyone to enjoy. Sign up for a “pick your own” time slot and hand-select fresh apples, peaches, sunflowers, and more. Join your family and friends on a festive hayride during the day or on a crisp autumn night. Explore Pumpkinland and bring home the perfect pumpkin. There’s even a beer garden…What more could you want?!
An hour outside of the city is New Hope, Pennsylvania which contains the charming Peddler’s Village filled with delicious eatery and unique shops. This quaint town hosts the annual ‘Scarecrows in the Village’ display featuring hand-made scarecrows from September 5th through Halloween day! This display is entirely free to the public and will be sure to ignite your fall-spirit.
Looking for festivities within the city? Don’t skip out on Fall Fest at Morgan’s Pier which offers seasonal food and drink menus along with pumpkin carving. This is the perfect spot for an outing with friends!
Treats
A unique fall-treat can be found at Lil Pop Shop on South 44th St. Enjoy a pumpkin latte pop or a pumpkin s’mores pop! This crafty spot uses only fresh ingredients with no artificial dyes. Nothing spooky about that!
On Main Street you’ll find Crust Vegan Bakery. Come pumpkin season, they go all-out featuring their popular pumpkin cake with maple buttercream, pumpkin swirl cheesecakes and handmade pumpkin tarts!
Craving something different from the usual pumpkin spice latte? Order the pumpkin pie blended frozen drink from Herman’s Coffee will be sure to satisfy your fall dreams. It’s made with real pumpkin. Need we say more?
