Fall Festivals Happening Near You

Our round-up of what to see, eat and do in October.

Fun at Every Turn - As the sights, sounds and tastes of fall are upon us, we take a look at how cities around the country are celebrating. Read on for our round-up of what to see, do and eat this season.  By Britt Middleton  (Photo: Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

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Fun at Every Turn - As the sights, sounds and tastes of fall are upon us, we take a look at how cities around the country are celebrating. Read on for our round-up of what to see, do and eat this season. By Britt Middleton (Photo: Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

Atlanta, Georgia - Taste of Atlanta, October 25-27 http://tasteofatlanta.com/  Now in its 12th year, Taste of Atlanta is a celebration of local food, beer and wine, complete with hands-on cooking classes and demos from ATL’s hottest chefs.  (Photo: Taste of Atlanta)

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Atlanta, Georgia - Taste of Atlanta, October 25-27 http://tasteofatlanta.com/ Now in its 12th year, Taste of Atlanta is a celebration of local food, beer and wine, complete with hands-on cooking classes and demos from ATL’s hottest chefs. (Photo: Taste of Atlanta)

Kendrick Lamar - At this point, Kendrick Lamar doesn't need an introduction. His debut album has gone platinum, his bars have the entire rap game shaken up and like Nas, he's a serious storyteller that walks to the beat of his own drum. Remember, he is "King Kendrick."  (Photo: Gaelle Beri/Redferns via Getty Images)

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Austin, Texas - Austin City Limits Music Festival, October 11-13 http://www.aclfestival.com/ Weekend two of the acclaimed music and arts festival promises an eclectic mix of top acts including Kendrick Lamar and Lionel Richie, plus the foodie in you will freak over the nearly three dozen on-site food trucks just waiting to be explored. (Photo: Gaelle Beri/Redferns via Getty Images)

Baltimore, Maryland - Milestones: African Americans in Comics, Pop Culture and Beyond, now through March 2014 http://www.geppismuseum.com/  This special exhibit at the Geppis Entertainment Museum delves into the impact of African-American comic book artists and their characters, as well as the publishers (including Dark Horse Comics, DC Comics and Marvel Comics) that paved the way.  (Photo: Lois Raimondo/Washington Post/Getty Images)

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Baltimore, Maryland - Milestones: African Americans in Comics, Pop Culture and Beyond, now through March 2014 http://www.geppismuseum.com/ This special exhibit at the Geppis Entertainment Museum delves into the impact of African-American comic book artists and their characters, as well as the publishers (including Dark Horse Comics, DC Comics and Marvel Comics) that paved the way. (Photo: Lois Raimondo/Washington Post/Getty Images)

San Francisco, California - Treasure Island Music Festival, October 19-20 http://treasureislandfestival.com/  If your musical tastes err more on the indie side, look no further than the Treasure Island Music Festival. Discover a slew of up-and-comers like San Jose-based MC Antwon or check-in on favorites like Major Lazer. Previous guests include Public Enemy.   (Photo: Tim Mosenfelder/Getty Images)

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San Francisco, California - Treasure Island Music Festival, October 19-20 http://treasureislandfestival.com/ If your musical tastes err more on the indie side, look no further than the Treasure Island Music Festival. Discover a slew of up-and-comers like San Jose-based MC Antwon or check-in on favorites like Major Lazer. Previous guests include Public Enemy. (Photo: Tim Mosenfelder/Getty Images)

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Charleston, South Carolina - 4th Annual Mac Off, Oct. 12 http://www.asnappyevent.com/#!macoff/ch8x  Mac and cheese-heads, unite! Sample your way around Charleston’s 4th Annual Mac Off, an ooey-gooey battle royale between local restaurants for the prestigious title of king of the cheese.   (Photo: Birmingham News/Mark Almond /Landov)

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Charleston, South Carolina - 4th Annual Mac Off, Oct. 12 http://www.asnappyevent.com/#!macoff/ch8x Mac and cheese-heads, unite! Sample your way around Charleston’s 4th Annual Mac Off, an ooey-gooey battle royale between local restaurants for the prestigious title of king of the cheese. (Photo: Birmingham News/Mark Almond /Landov)

Washington, D.C. - Vibe Collective: Afro-Cuban Improv Jazz - Art on 8th, October 24 http://washington.org/dc-events/vibe-collective-afro-cuban-improv-jazz-art-8th  Grab a dance partner and head down to Washington’s Monroe Street Market for this live musical performance, part of the Art on 8th cultural series.   (Photo: Art on 8th)

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Washington, D.C. - Vibe Collective: Afro-Cuban Improv Jazz - Art on 8th, October 24 http://washington.org/dc-events/vibe-collective-afro-cuban-improv-jazz-art-8th Grab a dance partner and head down to Washington’s Monroe Street Market for this live musical performance, part of the Art on 8th cultural series. (Photo: Art on 8th)

New York, New York - New York City Wine and Food Festival, October 17-20 http://www.nycwff.org/  For the sixth year running, Food Network partners with Food & Wine magazine for one of the city’s premier culinary celebrations, where you have the opportunity to sample fare crafted by world-renowned chefs and get the chance to and rub elbows with your favorite Food Network stars.  (Photo: Fernando Leon/Getty Images for Diet Pepsi)

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New York, New York - New York City Wine and Food Festival, October 17-20 http://www.nycwff.org/ For the sixth year running, Food Network partners with Food & Wine magazine for one of the city’s premier culinary celebrations, where you have the opportunity to sample fare crafted by world-renowned chefs and get the chance to and rub elbows with your favorite Food Network stars. (Photo: Fernando Leon/Getty Images for Diet Pepsi)

New Orleans, Louisiana - Crescent City Blues and BBQ Festival, October 18-20 http://www.jazzandheritage.org/blues-fest/  You may not associate barbeque with fall, but let the city’s most acclaimed pit masters, representing BBQ styles including Louisiana, Texas and St. Louis, change your mind. Wash it all down with performances from jazz greats like James Cotton.  (Photo: Crescent City Blues and BBQ Festival)

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New Orleans, Louisiana - Crescent City Blues and BBQ Festival, October 18-20 http://www.jazzandheritage.org/blues-fest/ You may not associate barbeque with fall, but let the city’s most acclaimed pit masters, representing BBQ styles including Louisiana, Texas and St. Louis, change your mind. Wash it all down with performances from jazz greats like James Cotton.  (Photo: Crescent City Blues and BBQ Festival)

Richmond, Virginia - Boulevard Pumpkin Festival, October 26 http://experience-rva.com/  The inaugural Boulevard Pumpkin Festival promises a community block party ripe with tasty local fare and live music, plus autumn-themed games and a Halloween costume contest.  (Photo: Experience RVA)

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Richmond, Virginia - Boulevard Pumpkin Festival, October 26 http://experience-rva.com/ The inaugural Boulevard Pumpkin Festival promises a community block party ripe with tasty local fare and live music, plus autumn-themed games and a Halloween costume contest. (Photo: Experience RVA)

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Chicago, IL - Chicagoween, October 25-27 http://www.cityofchicago.org/city/en/depts/dca/supp_info/chicagoween.html  Chi-Town gets spooky for this annual three-day celebration of all things Halloween. Check out family-friendly performances at Franken Plaza, including the Midnight Circus, a ghost and goblin-themed arial show.  (Photo: Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events)

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Chicago, IL - Chicagoween, October 25-27 http://www.cityofchicago.org/city/en/depts/dca/supp_info/chicagoween.html Chi-Town gets spooky for this annual three-day celebration of all things Halloween. Check out family-friendly performances at Franken Plaza, including the Midnight Circus, a ghost and goblin-themed arial show. (Photo: Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events)

Straight From the Farm - Don’t miss out on the summer’s vibrant organic bounty at your local farmer’s market. Mouth-watering goodies like corn, watermelon, zucchini and green beans thrive in this season. Once you’ve drawn inspiration from all of the delicious offerings, get creative in the kitchen with some of these healthy DIY brunch recipes.(Photo: Phil Walter/Getty Images)

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Los Angeles, CA - Farmer’s Market Fall Festival, October 19-20 http://www.farmersmarketla.com/events/eventDetail/Summer-Music-Series/4 Already a Los Angeles institution (and a hot spot for celebrity sightings), the Original Farmer’s Market (located at 6333 W.3rd St.) cranks up the family-friendly fun with carnival games and even a petting zoo. (Photo: Phil Walter/Getty Images)

St. Louis, Missouri  - The Great Pumpkin Run http://thegreatpumpkinrun.com/?event=st-louis-mo  Get fit while you raise money for a good cause by taking part in the Great Pumpkin Run, which supports the National Breast Cancer Foundation. The 5K or 10K run takes you through a twisty-turny course that promises plenty of fresh apple cider and local food vendors after you cross the finish line.  (Photo: The Great Pumpkin Run)

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St. Louis, Missouri - The Great Pumpkin Run http://thegreatpumpkinrun.com/?event=st-louis-mo Get fit while you raise money for a good cause by taking part in the Great Pumpkin Run, which supports the National Breast Cancer Foundation. The 5K or 10K run takes you through a twisty-turny course that promises plenty of fresh apple cider and local food vendors after you cross the finish line. (Photo: The Great Pumpkin Run)