Celebrate fall with an afternoon full of food, family activities, live entertainment, community vehicles and plenty of seasonal fun. Fall Fest brings everything together in one place for an easygoing day the whole family can enjoy.
Come for one activity or stay for the afternoon. Fall Fest combines food, entertainment, kids' activities and hands-on community experiences throughout the event.
Kids can climb to the top and race back down on the Fall Fest fun slide. It's an easy activity to enjoy again and again throughout the afternoon.
Whether they're racing a friend or just enjoying the ride, the slide gives younger visitors a place to burn off some energy while the rest of the family takes in the festival.
West Clarksfield Smokers will be serving up a unique menu of BBQ smash hits during Fall Fest. Expect the kind of smoky, savory favorites that belong at an outdoor fall event.
Their menu brings together crowd-pleasing barbecue flavors and hearty options for anyone looking to make lunch or dinner part of their Fall Fest visit.
Kids can stop by the face-painting area and add a little extra color to their Fall Fest afternoon. Designs can range from seasonal favorites to fun characters and colorful patterns.
It's a simple activity that gives children something fun to show off while they explore the rest of the festival.
Fall weather doesn't mean ice cream season has to be over. Grab a cold treat while you're walking through the festival or take a break between activities.
It's an easy family favorite and a sweet addition to all of the other food available during the afternoon.
Few things fit a fall festival better than warm apple dumplings. Sweet apples and classic autumn flavors make this one of the most seasonal treats of the day.
Stop by for one while you're making your way around the event and enjoy a little taste of fall.
Fresh kettle corn brings that unmistakable sweet-and-salty festival snack to Fall Fest. Grab a bag to enjoy while walking around or take some home for later.
It's simple, classic and exactly the kind of snack that belongs at an outdoor community event.
The kids craft area gives younger visitors a chance to slow down and create something of their own. Fall-inspired projects offer a hands-on activity between all of the other attractions.
Children can enjoy being creative and leave with something that reminds them of their afternoon at Fall Fest.
Sweet and Sassy Treats will add even more dessert options to the afternoon. Stop by when you're ready for something sweet between activities.
With a festival full of savory food and fall favorites, this is the place for visitors who want to make sure dessert gets its fair share of attention too.
Live entertainment begins at 3 PM with Ava Rowland performing through 6 PM. Her performance gives the second half of Fall Fest a live soundtrack while visitors eat, visit and enjoy the event.
Grab some food, find a comfortable spot and spend part of the afternoon enjoying live music with the community.
Get an up-close look at some of the vehicles used by the people who serve New London every day. Kids can see the vehicles from a whole new perspective while families have a chance to meet members of local public-safety departments.
Get a closer look at a New London police vehicle and see some of the equipment officers use while serving the community.
Explore an EMS vehicle and learn a little more about the tools and equipment emergency medical crews depend on.
Check out a fire truck up close and give kids a chance to see one of their favorite emergency vehicles from just a few feet away.
Fall Fest runs from 12 PM to 6 PM on October 24th. Bring the family, stop by for lunch or dinner, enjoy the activities and spend part of the day celebrating fall with New London.