From Autumn Delights to Haunted Legends
Autumn bursts with color and excitement in southern Ohio, and Chillicothe is the perfect place to celebrate the season. The fun kicks off the third weekend in September with the annual Apple Harvest Open House at Hirsch Fruit Farm. It’s one of the busiest weekends of the year, filled with special events like the popular Ghost Walk, the Downtown Fall Open House with its charming shops and eateries, a special exhibition by artist and historian Robert Griffing, and even the premiere of the soon-to-be-released The American Constitution film.
October brings even more excitement with The Mothman Experience at Haunted Mountain, running weekends throughout the month and inviting daring visitors to dive into eerie legends and spine-tingling thrills. The fun continues at the lively Chillicothe Halloween Festival in Yoctangee Park, packed with family-friendly activities and festive entertainment. Nearby Bainbridge rounds out the season with the beloved Fall Festival of Leaves, a small-town tradition featuring parades, local flavors, and handcrafted treasures.
Surrounded by rolling hills painted in brilliant autumn hues, the Fall Festival of Leaves is also the perfect gateway to outdoor adventure. Explore more than 200 miles of scenic trails that wind through peaceful woodlands, climb ridgelines with sweeping views, and soak in southern Ohio’s breathtaking fall foliage. After a day of exploring, unwind in historic downtown Chillicothe, where you’ll find unique shops, cozy cafés, and locally loved restaurants serving up seasonal favorites.
Plan a weekend getaway to experience it all—and discover the warmth of southern Ohio hospitality in Chillicothe and Ross County.
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