10/02/2026 to 10/11/2026
Celebrate 20 Years of Harvest Festival
The 20th Annual Suncadia Harvest Festival offers two weekends of seasonal activities, live entertainment, local vendors, food, and fall fun throughout the resort.
October 2–4 & October 9–11, 2026
Fridays: 3:00–6:00 p.m. at Suncadia Social
Saturdays & Sundays: 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. at historic Nelson Farm
Admission: Free
Fall is calling, and this year there’s even more to celebrate as Suncadia’s Harvest Festival marks its 20th anniversary.
Taking place over two weekends, October 2–4 and October 9–11, the festival brings the sights, sounds, and flavors of fall to Suncadia with pumpkins, wagon rides, live music, local makers, seasonal bites, and plenty of ways to enjoy the season in the mountains.
Two Weekends of Fall Fun
The celebration begins each Friday from 4:00–6:00 p.m. at Suncadia Social, where guests can enjoy special Harvest Festival activities and seasonal experiences.
On Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., the festivities continue at historic Nelson Farm, where visitors can experience the signature Harvest Festival activities surrounded by the beautiful fall scenery of Suncadia.
Best of all, admission is free, making it easy to enjoy a festive fall outing with family and friends.
With two weekends to choose from, visitors can plan a day trip or make a full weekend getaway out of the celebration. Gather your favorite people, grab your flannels, and enjoy pumpkins, seasonal treats, music, local vendors, and mountain fall scenery.
Your Harvest Festival Must-Do List
There’s plenty to see and do during Suncadia’s Harvest Festival at historic Nelson Farm, so visitors may want to set aside plenty of time to explore. From picking out the perfect pumpkin to enjoying wagon rides and live entertainment, the festival offers a variety of activities for guests of all ages.
Festival Highlights
Visitors can look forward to a variety of fall activities and entertainment, including:
- Harvest hay pyramid
- Pumpkin patch and complimentary mini kids’ patch
- Wagon rides
- Duck races
- Face painting and henna
- Jack & Jill harvest activity kits
- Square dancing and line dancing demonstrations and workshops
- Live music and kids’ entertainment on the main stage
- Market Alley featuring local vendors, makers, and farmers
- Harvest Hustle 5K and Pumpkin Prance
- Apple cider pressing demonstrations
- Food and seasonal treats available for purchase
- Harvest Fest Home Tours
Whether you’re looking for family-friendly activities, live entertainment, seasonal food, or simply a chance to enjoy the crisp mountain air, there are plenty of ways to make the most of a visit to the Harvest Festival.
Eat, Sip & Shop Your Way Through the Festival
A visit to Suncadia’s Harvest Festival is about more than pumpkins and fall activities. Visitors can also enjoy seasonal food, drinks, and shopping while exploring the festivities at Nelson Farm.
Food & Drinks
Food trucks will be on site throughout the festival, offering a variety of grab-and-go favorites that make it easy to enjoy a meal or snack between activities.
The Suncadia Bar will also be serving seasonal drinks and adult beverages, providing a festive option for guests looking to relax and enjoy the fall atmosphere.
Explore Market Alley
Be sure to make time for Market Alley, where local vendors, makers, and farmers will showcase a selection of goods and products. It’s a great opportunity to browse local offerings, discover something new, and find a special souvenir or treat to take home.
Whether you’re stopping for a quick bite, enjoying a seasonal drink, or browsing the local vendors, there are plenty of ways to add a little flavor to your Harvest Festival visit.
Make It a Harvest Festival Getaway
One day of fall fun is great, but spending the whole weekend in the mountains gives you even more time to enjoy the season.
For guests planning to attend Suncadia’s Harvest Festival, staying nearby can make it easy to enjoy the festivities while also experiencing the restaurants, shops, trails, and other activities throughout the resort.
Stay Near the Action at Nelson Farm
For those looking to stay close to the main festival activities, Suncadia offers vacation rental accommodations near Nelson Farm. Staying nearby provides convenient access to the weekend festivities and makes it easier to take a break during the day before heading back out to enjoy more of the festival.
Stay Near Suncadia Social
The Residences at Suncadia Social offer another option for visitors who want to stay close to the resort’s newest gathering place. Suncadia Social will host Friday evening Harvest Festival activities, and the surrounding area also offers shops, dining, and places to gather before or after visiting Nelson Farm.
Keep It Classic at The Lodge
For a traditional resort experience, The Lodge at Suncadia provides convenient access to the resort’s amenities and Harvest Festival activities, along with the surrounding mountain scenery.
Harvest Home Tours
As part of the Harvest Festival experience, Harvest Home Tours offer a self-guided opportunity to explore featured homes and neighborhoods throughout Suncadia.
Guests can connect with the Developer Land Sales Team, learn more about available homesites and future development, and enjoy light bites and beverages at the Suncadia Lifestyle Gallery.
Starting Location: Suncadia Lifestyle Gallery, 770 Suncadia Trail
Admission: Free and open to local brokers, prospective buyers, owners, and guests
Tour: A tour map will be provided at check-in
VR365 is sharing this event information as a local resource for guests and visitors exploring the Cle Elum and Suncadia area. VR365 is not the organizer or host of the Harvest Festival. Event schedules, activities, accommodations, and availability are subject to change. Please refer to Suncadia directly for the most current information.
The 20th Annual Suncadia Harvest Festival is made possible by Kittitas County Lodging Tax Funds and the Suncadia Fund for Community Enhancement.