Fall in Weston: Applefest, Orchards, and Autumn Color

Applefest is a Fall Tradition you don't want to miss.

Fall may be the best time of year to visit Weston, Missouri. The air turns crisp, the trees along the bluffs begin to change, and our historic town fills with the sights, smells, and flavors of the season. If you’re looking for a cozy fall getaway, the Weston Firefly Inn is the perfect base of operations.

One of the highlights of the season is Weston’s annual Applefest. Each October, downtown Weston comes alive with arts and crafts vendors, food, live music, kids’ activities, apple butter demonstrations, and plenty of apple treats. In 2026, Applefest will be held October 3-4, with the Saturday parade beginning at 10 AM. Of course, no Applefest visit is complete without enjoying the famous apple dumplings.

Beyond Applefest, Weston is surrounded by wonderful fall farm experiences. Weston Orchard is a great place to enjoy apple picking, pumpkins in October, a bakery and market, cider, and family-friendly farm attractions. It’s the kind of place where you can slow down, walk the rows, pick something fresh, and bring home a little taste of autumn.

Weston Red Barn Farm is another local favorite, full of country charm. Their fall season includes U-pick apples, pumpkins, hayrides, caramel apples, apple cider, ponies, a barnyard, and a country store. It’s a beautiful place to spend a crisp fall afternoon and enjoy the simple pleasures of the season.

For a quieter fall moment, visit Weston Bend State Park. Just minutes from town, the park offers wooded trails, picnic areas, and sweeping views of the Missouri River from its scenic overlook. As the leaves begin to turn, the park becomes one of the best places near Weston to enjoy Missouri’s fall color.

After a day of festival fun, orchard exploring, hiking, shopping, and taking in the autumn views, come back to the comfort of the Weston Firefly Inn. Enjoy a peaceful evening, a restful night, and a homemade breakfast before heading out for another beautiful day in Weston.

Whether you’re coming for Applefest, the orchards, or the changing leaves, fall is a wonderful time to experience Weston. Book your autumn stay at the Weston Firefly Inn and make our little corner of Missouri your home base for the season.