Fall is definitely here in Concord, MA…the leaves are changing colors, the air is crisp and flannel is everywhere. We here at Concord Button Downs like to get outside and take advantage of all the Fall activities that take place in New England. Here are our top five:
1. Apple picking
Nothing says Fall like apple picking. Not only is it a great activity to do with friends and family but the fun lasts well after you leave the orchard. This Fall, some of us headed to our favorite apple picking spot, Smolack Farms in North Andover, MA. We brought home a variety of Macs, Granny Smiths, Golden Delicious and many more for apple crisp, apple pie and even apple sangria!
Don’t forget to grab an apple cider doughnut (or two!) and some pumpkin ice cream before you leave. www.smolackfarms.com
2. The beach
Yes, we said it; October is a great time to go to the beach in New England! First, there are no crowds during the Fall season. You don’t need to fight for a spot in the parking lot or a place to put your towel on the beach. The atmosphere is generally quieter and more relaxed so you’re able to bring your favorite book, wrap up in a blanket and enjoy the crunchier sand on your feet. Two other bonuses to New England beaches in the Fall: parking lots and admission are almost always free and dogs are allowed on the beaches from Labor Day to Memorial Day. Our favorite beaches are Singing Beach in Manchester-by-the-Sea and Goose Rocks Beach in Kennebunkport, ME.
3. Head of the Charles
Head of the Charles is a two day regatta (or boat race) that takes place in Boston on the second to last weekend of October every year. The race has taken place on the Charles River for over 47 years. Over 9,000 athletes participate every year from all over the world. More impressively though is that this event brings out more than 300,000 spectators. This event is always exciting because the energy is high and the weather is good. We're very excited to announce that this year Concord Button Downs will be at HOTC; check back for more information on where we’ll be and how you can get in on the action!
4. Salem, MA
If you’re in New England in October, you have to go visit Salem, MA. Salem is known for the witch trials of the 17thcentury and has since become THE spot to be in October. The town of Salem has festivals, events and parades everyday for the entire month. And the best part is…people watching. Every type of person comes out of the woodwork to celebrate Halloween in Salem and you see sights that are not only entertaining but also a bit frightening. To learn more about what’s going on the rest of the month in Salem, check out http://hauntedhappenings.org/
5. Leaf Peeping
This is certainly highest on the list for many reasons. First, it can be done while participating in each of the previous four events. There’s nowhere you can go in New England in September, October and November without seeing the changing foliage. Secondly, it’s FREE. You can get in your car and see the foliage on 128 or you can step outside and see bright oranges, reds, yellows and greens on your back porch. People from all over the country and the world come to New England every Fall to view the leaves and photograph this beauty found nowhere else.
That's our list, what do you and your family like to do during the Fall season?
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