Autumn is many people’s favorite season of the year. It’s the Goldilocks season. Not too hot, not too cold, but just right weather-wise. Here in the Berkshires, Fall is about much more than the perfect weather for any kid of activity, indoors or out. It’s about all those activities and fun things you get to do when you aren’t worried about sweating through your shirt or freezing your butt off. Mild temps, shorter days, the most beautiful foliage in the nation, and the traditional personal warmth of New Englanders will make your autumn weekends even more memorable. For home growers, it’s also long-awaited harvest season. If you don’t grow your own, come see us at Himalayan High on your way out for the day and purchase some of the best cannabis in the region. Hang around like an amber-colored oak leaf while we break the region’s activities down for you.
In the land of Dunkin’ Donuts, everybody goes crazy for Pumpkin Spice. Pumpkin spice muffins, pumpkin spice lattes, pumpkin spice donuts, pumpkin spice this, pumpkin spice that… it’s exhausting, quite frankly, so we have some better aromas and flavors to offer you. In keeping with harvest season in New England, we have a special bundle of flavorful and aromatic, fruit-themed pre-rolls from Therapy you might find beneficial. Match these Apples & Bananas, Strawberry Apricot, and Cherry Pie pre-rolls with whatever is baking in your oven on these cool evenings. Good food, great smoke, and the smells of autumn all rolled into one. Get the deal while supplies last. Another great seasonal bundle we are offering from Therapy comes with an eighth of Megamind for your heightened consciousness, and an Apples & Bananas preroll for a special price. A unique hybrid blend coming from the parentage of Don Mega and Mind Flayer, this frosty bud with 1.3% terps will have you contemplating the changing of the seasons with each puff. If you want to keep the smoke to a minimum so you don’t stink up your destination with wonderful cannabis scents, try some of our premium, small-batch Warner’s Best Vape Carts . Available in 6 lip-smacking flavors either in 1g distillate carts or 1g Live Rosin carts, in the ubiquitous 510 thread cart. Get a handful of Strawberry Runtz, Rainbow Runtz, Blue Zkittles, Sweet Island Skunk, Orange Creamsicle, and Dabbalicious. For a limited time, the more you buy, the more you save. They aren’t called Warner’s Best for nothing. https://www.himalayanhighllc.com/shop/menu/vape?searchText=warner
Once you’re well-stocked with delicious cannabis products his one is a favorite of one of our local bud tenders…. The Naumkeag Pumpkin Trail / Pumpkin Show in Stockbridge, Massachusetts, is an autumn-season event that transforms the historic Naumkeag gardens into a glowing tapestry of fall. Visitors walk paths lined with over 1,500 jack-o-lanterns, alongside displays of mums, pumpkins, and gourds, many of which are grown on site. The event runs Wednesdays through Sundays during October (with early-hour slots available), and admission is by timed ticket only—advance purchase required; no walk-in tickets are sold. Light refreshments like hot cider and seasonal treats are available on site, adding to the cozy fall ambiance. One caveat for visitors: the terrain is steep, uneven, and includes stairs, so the property is not wheelchair- or stroller-accessible.
If you’re looking for some outdoor exercise, beautiful foliage, and healthy stuff to do without the smoke, we have a bunch of edibles and drinks available also. If you want the coolest cooler at the campfire, we have some fantastic, and not too sweet seltzers from Levia. Including the Scorpion Bowl sativa, and the Jam Berry indica. 5Mg of THC in each 12 oz can makes these beverages the kinder choice to beer or wine. For you chocolate lovers, you can kick your evening S’mores up a notch with some gourmet chocolates from Phat Dogg. With 5mg per serving mocha Bon Bon’s, orange-filled coins, and mini-peanut butter cups, you can have a sweet treat that isn’t overly sugary and chewy. Fine chocolates from a craft kitchen, with only the finest cannabis in the area. Bountiful Farms has a basketful of yummy morsels for you as well. Their rainbow Mello bites are basically chocolate covered crisped rice treats, but with fruity pebbles instead of ordinary puffed rice. To stay with the flannel shirts around the campfire idea above, Bountiful’s Orange Soda bar is perfect for warming up the hearts, souls and minds on these cool, crisp nights. At 5mg per square, and 100mg per bar, this fine Belgian chocolate would go great with toasted marshmallow and graham crackers. Adults only.
Now that you know what to indulge in before beginning your adventures, here are a few fall foliage–oriented events and experiences happening in the Berkshires this month (or imminently) to help you catch the colors:
- Fall Foliage Parade & Festival in North Adams — The northern Berkshires have a long tradition of celebrating autumn with a weekend of events, culminating in a parade through downtown North Adams.
- Berkshire Scenic Railway – Fall Foliage Train Rides — Through October, the Berkshire Scenic Railway Museum is offering scenic train rides through the hills, giving passengers a relaxing vantage point to see the changing leaves.
- Fall Color Walk in the Berkshires (Greylock Glen / Mass Audubon) — A more intimate, guided nature walk through Greylock Glen, led by a naturalist, lets you observe foliage up close and learn about the region’s ecology.
- Berkshires Foliage Trip – Nature & Art Getaway (Mid-October) — A multi-day group outing combining scenic hikes, art museum visits, and time in towns like Stockbridge and Lenox is planned for mid-October.
Mohawk Trail / Scenic Drives — While not a single “event,” driving the Mohawk Trail (Route 2) remains a quintessential way to take in fall foliage in the northern Berkshires, with many overlooks, pull-offs, and charming small towns along the route.
While the Berkshires are renowned for their fall foliage, the region also offers a wide variety of non–leaf-peeping autumn activities that highlight its cultural and community spirit. One of the most beloved traditions is visiting seasonal farm events, such as apple picking, pumpkin patches, corn mazes, and hayrides at family-owned farms like Bartlett’s Orchard in Richmond or Jaeschke’s in Adams. These activities provide hands-on, nostalgic experiences perfect for families and couples alike. Local farmers’ markets also thrive in the fall, offering fresh cider, homemade baked goods, and artisanal crafts that reflect the harvest season. Many farms host weekend festivals with live music, food trucks, and activities for kids, offering a fun alternative to scenic drives.
Autumn is also a time when the Berkshires’ rich arts and culture scene comes alive in a new way. Institutions like Mass MoCA, The Clark Art Institute, and Barrington Stage Company offer exhibitions, performances, and events suited for cooler weather. Meanwhile, local towns like Lenox, Great Barrington, and Williamstown host harvest fairs, craft festivals, and food and wine tastings that showcase local talent and culinary excellence. These cultural and community-based experiences offer immersive ways to enjoy autumn in the Berkshires—no leaf-peeping required.
Our top Autumn activity to recommend is for you to stop by Himalayan High Cannabis dispensary on route 8 in Becket. We’ve been here for a little over two years, and our latest featured strain just arrived last week. Hazel cannabis from Gan Or growers is about as small batch as it gets. They are a locally owned cultivator that specializes in legacy strains and sustanable cultivation. Hazel cannabis is currently only available at 5 shops, and WE are the only dispensary in Western Mass to bring you this high quality smoke. If you’re a fan of sativas, this Animal Face flower might be right up your alley at almost 30% potency . For Indica affecionados, we have Hazel’s Tropical Cake in sugar , pre-rolls,, and in tasty buds. Pick up some of this uniquely curated bud before you hit the trails or catch a show.
