Ongoing

Saratoga Book Festival

Saratoga Springs Public Library 49 Henry Street, Saratoga Springs

Four days of authors and panels across downtown Saratoga, nearly all of it free.

Nearly all sessions free

The Big E — Final Weekend

Eastern States Exposition 1305 Memorial Avenue, West Springfield

New England's largest fair closes a 17-day run: state buildings, concerts and fair food worth the drive.

$12 – $20

Double M Haunted Hayrides

Double M Haunted Hayrides 678 Route 67, Ballston Spa

A haunted hayride plus six walk-through attractions, in its 36th season. Saturday is the kid-friendly day.

$15 – $64.95

Great Cortland Pumpkinfest

Courthouse Park 33 Church Street, Cortland

The 29th Pumpkinfest fills Courthouse Park with pumpkin everything, a craft show, hayrides and the Pumpkin Pub.

Saratoga Showcase of Homes

Saratoga County Saratoga Springs

The 30th Showcase opens new homes across Saratoga County — this weekend and again October 10–11.

$25