7 autumn experiences in & around the capital
With vibrant colours, outdoor activities, local comfort food, seasonal brews, and gorgeous trails, fall may just become your favourite season — if it isn't already. Here are 7 fall highlights you won't want to miss.
It's no wonder fall is a favourite hiking season around here. With vibrant colours, crisp air, the crunch of leaves beneath your feet, and spectacular views around every corner, the fall season is enough to make a hiker out of just about anyone. There are too many amazing fall hikes in our area to list them all, but these 6 trails are a great place to start.
Peak season runs July through September for blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, and bakeapples — but don't forget the later gems. Partridgeberries and cranberries can be found from September through November. Ask a local for their favourite spot, or head out on the East Coast Trail.
Craft breweries have taken over St. John's — and we're not complaining. Local brewers lean into fall flavours and colours to release delicious seasonals like the Quidi Vidi Oktoberfest Marzen. Grab a flight and warm up.
Visit local farms and community gardens to fall fully into the season. The CBS Community Garden Pumpkin Stroll is a favourite for all ages, and Lester's Farm goes all out with wagon rides, a corn maze, and games. The City of St. John's Pumpkin Walk at Bannerman Park is another can't-miss.
The Haunted Hike is a classic, theatrical ghost walk — the oldest running tour in the city. Wander the historic downtown streets and listen to tales of days gone by, if you dare. They fill up fast, so book early.
There's no shortage of fall foodie inspiration around here. From berries and chanterelles to root vegetables and wild game, dining in autumn is a genuine highlight. Start with local food writer Gabby Peyton's recommendations.
Fall is arguably the most colourful season here — vibrant reds, yellows, and oranges layered over a city already full of jellybean row houses. Chase the light with our favourite fall snapshots.
Adapted from destinationstjohns.com