-By Jessica Schultz-
The fall foliage is starting to look really beautiful. I know gas is bit excessive these days but don’t let that stop you from hopping in your vehicle and taking a drive to check out the areas fall colors. And hey, maybe while you’re doing that, you can drive right up to 1405 Olde Road, in Clymer, NY and stop at the Peek’ N Peak Resort from 10-5pm on either October 8-9 or October 15-16 for the 34th Annual Fall Festival. Two weekends full of fun in the foothills of Western New York!!
That brilliant fall foliage sets the scene for a juried craft show with over 100 vendors. All offering diverse items like wood crafts, photographers, paintings and so much more. And you can visit the Farmer’s Market in the Main Lodge and grab fresh fruits, honey, tasty cookies etc… But the festival isn’t just about the craft show. There is a wide variety of things to do, like ski lift rides, a classic car cruise in and the annual snow sports equipment swap.
During Fall Fest, you just head over to the rental shop for the Snowsports Equipment Swap from 10am– 5pm on Oct. 8-9 & 15-16! You’ll be able to browse new equipment selections from local shops find your perfect gear with the help of knowledgeable sales staff. You can also sell your own used equipment. Items will be accepted for sale beginning on October 8 during regular sale hours. Great way to plan ahead for winter!!
Each day the festival will host a lineup of great entertainment. There will be a designated “Kid’s Zone” over by the Gazebo Grill. Look for the ticket booth to purchase tickets for the crafts and rides. There will be a rock wall, extreme jump, inflatables, pony rides, kid’s train ride, face painting and balloon animals. A pumpkin cannon will be set up behind the main building. You will be able to enjoy all of the mountain adventures, such as lift rides and the giant zipline. October 8th and 9th specifically will host magic and juggling from Howard Mincone from 11-1pm and Magic from Jamie Petrush from 12-2pm, followed by the Frisbee Dogs Show at 2 and 4pm. Cliff Hopkins the Strolling Magician will be around from 3-5pm both days. The Greg Neid Memorial Car show is on October 9th from 1-4pm. Carriage rides will be offered both days from 12-5pm.
And let’s not forget the live music performers!! October 8th from 11-1pm has Erika & Jesse live on the main stage. This regional duo plays a great acoustic set together. Then from 1-5pm, The Small Town Rollers take the stage. This Erie, Pa band is made up of 3 members who do an all-acoustic set of covers. October 9th has a performance from Brown Dog Acoustics from 11-1pm. And Crush will take the stage from 1-5pm. Crush is on of PA’s premier female fronted cover bands that plays modern and classic rock with an edge. The life entertainment schedule for the October 15 & 16 weekend can be found by visiting pknpk.com.
Peek’ N Peak Fall Fest has something for everyone in the family to enjoy. What better way to spend a beautiful fall afternoon. More information on the event, special lodging and tickets offers can be found by vising pknkp.com.