Athletes and families alike will be happy to plan out their weekend activities around competitions in southeastern Pennsylvania – a mecca of Fall Fun, not to mention home to beautiful foliage when the leaves start changing! Check out just a sampling of things that visitors in town for sporting events can do in Valley Forge & Montgomery County –
Valley Forge National Historical Park
Montgomery County is lucky enough to be home to one of the country’s national parks, which makes for incredible fall foliage viewing during the autumn months. Go for a run, rent a bike, or take a trolly tour through the ____ acre park to experience the beauty of Valley Forge when the colors are changing.
Check out our fall foliage guide to explore other local viewing spots!
Ott’s Exotic Plants: Mum Mountain
Mum Mountain at Ott’s Exotic Plants is a fall staple in Montgomery County. Located in Schwenksville, this floral masterpiece is truly something you must experience with your own eyes. Not to mention, Ott’s has an extensive collection of plants from all over the world and is free to visit!
Looking for a way to experience the beauty of fall foliage from comfort? Check out the Colebrookdale Railroad’s fall foliage train rides through Secret Valley. Take the standard Fall Foliage tour, or upgrade to the Autumn Splendor ride, which includes brunch, lunch, or dinner. Looking for even more fun? They also offer on-train wine tastings, and a special Autumn Cider and Donuts Express excursion.
Fall Fests & Halloween Events
Check to see if there are any local fall festivals or Halloween events happening in Montgomery County during your stay. With dozens of adorable Main Streets, Montco has events and activities happening almost every weekend throughout the fall. Pick apples, shop for local produce, enjoy live music, and sample local food & beer.
Check out All Things Spooky and Haunted
From haunted hayrides to haunted historical locations, Montgomery County is filled with spooky things to do this fall. If you’re visiting in the month of October, check out trick-or-treating, local parades, pumpkin carving competitions, and so much more!
For more information about fall activities and things to do in Valley Forge & Montgomery County, check out our extensive fall guide.
There are plenty of reasons to #CompeteinVF &Montgomery County outside of fall activities. Check out www.valleyforgesports.org for more information!