LongIsland.com’s 2015 October Family Fun Guide: Tricks and Treats at LI’s Festivals, Hikes, and Spooky Halloween Haunts

October is finally here, Long Island, and that means Fall Fun is in full swing! Across Long Island, Haunted Houses, Hay Rides, Corn Mazes, Fall Festivals, Pumpkin Patches, and exciting Autumn Events are ready to fill your October with thrills, chills, and unforgettable fun! Whether you're into big scares,  and looking for an inside peek into all of LI's biggest, most scary local haunts, or you're looking for some family friendly Fall Fun that you can enjoy with your little ghosts and ghouls this Halloween Season, we've got you covered with ALL the best Haunted Happenings, Scary Good Fun, and Exciting Events happening across LI this October! But October is more than just Haunts - there's plenty of outdoor fun, charity events, and other big fun coming to LI this month - click the link below to find out more!

To Check Out LongIsland.com's 2015 October Fun Guide, click here!

Amazing Autumn Colors - LI's Best Fall Foliage!

 As the seasons change, so do the colors of the leaves, and here on Long Island, checking out the beautiful fall foliage is a bona fide pastime! There are plenty of scenic hiking trails and driving routes that will give you a good look at the beauty of the season, whether you're in Nassau or Suffolk - there's no need to go upstate to get a glimpse of Autumn - we've got plenty right here in our own backyard! 

If you'd like to add fall foliage viewing to your Autumn Activity List, then you're in luck - we've got the scoop on some spectacular spots that you can check out this October.

To get the scoop on the best foliage viewing spots, check out the full article on LongIsland.com!

Apple Picking Hot Spots Here on LI

 September is drawing to a close, but there's still plenty of time to head out to the orchard, and pick some apples! Apple picking has been a beloved family tradition for folks across Long Island, and thankfully, this year looks like it's a good one for apples. Whether you like granny smith, gala, golden delicious, or mackintosh, there are plenty of apples to be picked, and varieties to suit every palate. 

Grab a basket, and round up your friends and family - it's time to go get some apples, and get into the spirit of the fall season!

Be sure to check out this year's Guide to Great Orchards, and get ready for a day of family fun!

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

Hope you have a happy, healthy, thankful, Thanksgiving Day!

Autumn on Long Island

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Photo: Alida Thorpe

The fall is here, with Thanksgiving Day just a week away.

I hope you are enjoying the beautiful colors of our "Island"

...and that you find many reasons to be thankful!

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