Fall is calling, and this year there’s even more to celebrate. Suncadia’s Harvest Festival is turning 20!
For two weekends, October 2–4 and October 9–11, Suncadia will come alive with pumpkins, wagon rides, live music, local makers, seasonal bites and plenty of ways to soak up fall in the mountains. Whether you’re planning a day trip or turning Harvest Festival into a full weekend getaway, consider this your guide to making the most of every festive moment.
Two Weekends of Fall Fun
The celebration starts each Friday from 4:00–6:00 p.m. at Suncadia Social, with special Harvest Festival activations at the heart of the resort. Then, on Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., the festivities move to historic Nelson Farm, where the signature Harvest Festival experience takes over.
And the best part? Admission is free.
With two full weekends to choose from, there are plenty of opportunities to gather your favorite people, pull out the flannels and make a fall weekend of it.
Your Harvest Festival Must-Do List
There’s a lot happening around Nelson Farm, so leave plenty of time to explore. Wander through the pumpkin patch, climb the giant hay pyramid, catch a wagon ride and see if your pick can take the win in the duck races.
Festival favorites include:
- The Harvest hay pyramid
- Pumpkin patch and complimentary mini kids’ patch
- Wagon rides
- Duck races
- Face painting and henna
- Jack & Jill harvest activity kits
- Square dancing and line dancing demonstrations and workshops
- Live music and kids’ entertainment on the main stage
- Market Alley with local vendors, makers and farmers
- Harvest Hustle 5K and Pumpkin Prance
- Apple cider pressing demonstrations
- Food and seasonal treats available for purchase
- Harvest Fest Home Tours
Whether your perfect fall day includes a little friendly competition, dancing in the crisp mountain air or simply finding the perfect pumpkin, there’s something happening around every corner.
Eat, Sip & Shop Your Way Through the Festival
Come hungry.
Food trucks will be serving up plenty of grab-and-go favorites throughout the festival, making it easy to grab something delicious between activities. The Suncadia Bar will also be pouring seasonal drinks and favorite adult beverages for a festive fall sip while you explore.
Then make your way through Market Alley, where local vendors, makers and farmers will bring even more flavor to the weekend. Browse, discover something new and take a little piece of your Harvest Festival weekend home with you.
Make It a Harvest Festival Getaway
One day of fall fun is great. A whole weekend? Even better.
Staying at Suncadia means you can spend less time driving and more time enjoying everything happening around the resort. And with several accommodation options, you can choose the stay that fits your Harvest Festival plans.
Stay Near the Action at Nelson Farm
For the ultimate Harvest Festival experience, choose a vacation rental near Nelson Farm. You’ll be right next to the weekend’s signature festivities, making it easy to head out for the morning, take a break when you need one and jump right back into the fun.
It’s an especially convenient option for families and groups looking to spread out, settle in and make a full fall weekend of it.
Be at the Heart of It All at The Residences at Suncadia Social
Stay in a vacation rental at The Residences at Suncadia Social and make the resort’s newest gathering place your home base.
You’ll be steps from Suncadia Social, where Friday evening Harvest Festival activations will kick off each weekend, along with shops, dining and plenty of places to gather before or after a day at Nelson Farm.
Keep It Classic at The Lodge
Prefer the ease of a traditional resort stay? The Lodge at Suncadia puts you in the center of the resort with convenient access to Harvest Festival activities and the rest of the Suncadia experience.
Harvest Home Tours
Harvest Home Tours provide a self-guided opportunity to explore featured homes and neighborhoods throughout Suncadia. Connect with the Developer Land Sales Team, learn about available homesites and future development, and enjoy light bites and beverages at the Suncadia Lifestyle Gallery while taking in the best of the fall season.
- Starting Location: Suncadia Lifestyle Gallery (770 Suncadia Trail). Tour map provided at check-in
- Admission: Free and open to local brokers, prospective buyers, owners, and guests
Celebrate 20 Years of Harvest Festival
For two decades, Harvest Festival has been a place to welcome a new season, spend time together and make fall memories at Suncadia. This year, we’re celebrating everything that has made the tradition special for the past 20 years—and creating plenty of new reasons to come back.
So grab your favorite sweater, bring your festival crew and get ready for two weekends of pumpkins, music, food, local makers and fall fun at Suncadia.
20th Annual Suncadia Harvest Festival
October 2–4 & October 9–11, 2026
Fridays: 3:00–6:00 p.m. at Suncadia Social
Saturdays & Sundays: 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. at historic Nelson Farm
Admission: Free
Make a weekend of it, stay awhile and come celebrate 20 years of fall at Suncadia.
The 20th Annual Suncadia Harvest Festival is made possible by Kittitas County Lodging Tax Funds and the Suncadia Fund for Community Enhancement.
