There is something about autumn that gets people in the mood to be outdoors. The weather seems to be just the right temperature, and a sense of togetherness is in the air.
If you have loved ones who are seniors, now is a great time of year to get them out and exploring their local communities before the cold winter season comes about.
With all the parades and festivities going on throughout the season, knowing where to take your loved one could be a pain. Below are some ideas on the types of festivals your loved ones might enjoy going to.
Harvest Festivals
As autumn is known to be the harvest season, many communities celebrate their great harvest with food and festivities. Seniors particularly like harvest festivals because of all the fresh produce around.
Generally harvest festivals are filled with food, music, fun, and games, but more importantly, there are farmers there as vendors. Seniors enjoy being able to purchase locally grown fruits and vegetables to take home with them.
Seafood Festivals
States such as Maine celebrate the coming of autumn with big seafood festivals. For some reason, seafood and seniors seem to go hand and hand. This type of festival is exactly as it is described. You will find all types of seafood choices to eat from, and even some to take home for later.
From lobsters to crabs and shrimp, you will enjoy the fine dining, sense of togetherness, and great music to listen to.
Antique Festivals
Because the weather is so cool during the autumn months there are some communities that take this as a time to create an oversized flea market filled with antiques. What senior does not enjoy looking at timeless pieces and bringing back pieces of their childhood?
Antique festivals can include not only furniture, but knick knacks, cars, and much more. The festivals always include some food, good drinks, and music.
Street Fairs
Street fairs are a great place for seniors to have fun with their entire family. The fairs are generally filled with local vendors looking to sell products and services. Street fairs are a lot of fun with music, games, activities, and great drinks such as apple cider.
Seniors love being outdoors at these fairs as they get to see their community and have fun with those they love.
Oktoberfest
Just about every community has an Oktoberfest celebration in their community. Generally during the first week of October, they begin celebrating the start of harvest season, autumn, and Halloween. Oktoberfests can include hay rides, music, great food, drinks, and much more.
There are local farmers as vendors, and other members of the community volunteering to pitch in and have a great time. If they have grandchildren, there are things for them to do as well which can be a lot of fun to watch.
If you’re interested in taking a senior out for a great time, autumn festivals are the best events to take them to. From fine wine and dining, to fresh produce and great music there is something to do. Check with your local community to find out when these activities take place.
