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There is something special at EVERY turn: the track, the trails, tastings, parks, lakes, museums, and unique boutique shops. Plan your trip today!

11/07/2026

5 things to do in Watkins Glen this November 🍂 1️⃣ Sip your way along the Seneca Lake W**e Trail 2️⃣ Take a scenic drive through the Finger Lakes countryside 3️⃣ Browse the charming local shops on Franklin Street for early holiday finds 4️⃣ Warm up over dinner at a cozy downtown Watkins Glen restaurant 5️⃣ Take a step through history on the Catharine Valley Trail Save this for your November trip! Watkins Glen, NY

11/04/2026

Happy November! Here are some events to add to your calendar!

Art Workshop | FLX Studio & Maker's Market | Stained Glass Fox workshop

Nov 6, 2026 · Fri, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (EST)

Musical | Lake Country Players | Once Upon a Mattress

Multiple times · Nov 6, 2026

Tasting | Atwater After Hours Pub Night: Spin and Sip

Nov 12, 2026 · Thu, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (EST)

Art Workshop | Idol Ridge | Montour Falls Tea Company | Cranberry Infusion Class with Montour Falls Tea Company

Nov 15, 2026 · Sun, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (EST)

For more information, times, dates, live music and more, visit https://www.explorewatkinsglen.com/events/

10/30/2026

October's almost over. How much of the Watkins Glen fall bucket list did you check off? ✅
☐ Hike the gorge
☐ Apple Picking
☐ Sip local c***r
☐ Take the long way around Seneca Lake
☐ Catch a lakeside sunset
Let us know your score!🍂

10/29/2026

Watkins Glen spots as Halloween costumes 🎃
The Gorge: a mermaid (dramatic, mist everywhere)
Seneca Lake: a ghost (mysterious, very deep)
Watkins Glen International: a race car driver (obviously)
Franklin Street: a scarecrow (cozy, always decorated)
Which one are you going as? Let us know below!

10/23/2026

Tomorrow’s the day! 🎉 Join us for the ribbon cutting at 10 AM, then stop by for our open house from noon to 6 PM. Everyone’s welcome. Share a board, try a tasting (guests 21+), and take home a keepsake coaster. 🍷🧀☀️

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10/21/2026

🎉🍷 Mark your calendars! There are only 3 days left until 1487 Héritage W**ery’s Grand Opening Celebration! ✂️ Ribbon cutting at 10 AM, then the open house is noon–6 PM. Guests 21+ can enjoy tastings, plus share boards and a keepsake coaster to take home!

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10/20/2026

4 Days To Go! 🎉✨ Join us Saturday, October 24 for 1487 Héritage W**ery’s Grand Opening Celebration, everyone is welcome. Come celebrate great w**e, local spirit, and brand-new beginnings with friends and neighbors. See you soon! 🍷🥂

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10/14/2026

Your sign to go apple picking in the Finger Lakes this week! 🍂

2750 Apple Ln, Watkins Glen, NY 14891
Open daily, 9 AM – 6 PM

Still picking: Snapdragon, Jonagold, Crimson Crisp, Golden Delicious, Empire, Ruby Frost, Crispin, Ida Red & Cameo.

U-pick: $1.35/lb (under 40 lbs) or $1.00/lb (40+ lbs)
Snapdragon: $2.05/lb (under 40 lbs) or $1.80/lb (40+ lbs)

Senior discount on Wednesdays and Veterans discount on Fridays (u-pick fruit)

IN THE FARM STORE
NEW: Hard Sparkling C***r made with JR Dill, using Apples & Moore c***r (21+)
-Fresh-pressed apple c***r with no sugar added
-Homemade jams, jellies, apple butter & applesauce
-Local maple syrup, honey & coffee
-Pumpkins, squash & gourds
-Pre-picked apples by the ½ peck or peck, plus pears

Wagons and picking bags are provided. Please note: no pets, service animals only 🐾

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10/02/2026

Leaf peepers, this one's for you. 🍁
Explore Watkins Glen is the official foliage spotter for Schuyler County! Each week we report on how the colors are changing around Seneca Lake and the gorge, so you can plan your trip around peak season.
Check the official I LOVE NY Fall Foliage Report to see where the colors are popping right now: https://www.iloveny.com/things-to-do/fall/foliage-report/

Where's your favorite place to see the leaves change? 👇

Address

214 North Franklin Street
Watkins Glen, NY
14891

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 7pm
Tuesday	9am - 7pm
Wednesday	9am - 7pm
Thursday	9am - 7pm
Friday	9am - 7pm
Saturday	10am - 5pm
Sunday	10am - 4pm

Telephone

+16075354300

Website

http://www.explorewatkinsglen.com/

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