Red barn beside a winding country road, with autumn hills in the background.

Things to do this month

September brings the first hints of fall to Stowe. Summer days still invite time on the trails, scenic drives, and afternoons outdoors, while cooler evenings and the first touches of color signal a new season on the way. As the month unfolds, the mountains begin their annual transformation and a full calendar of events welcomes the start of one of Stowe’s most celebrated seasons.

Small town amid autumn trees with mountains in the background under a cloudy sky.

Winding road through autumn forest with a yellow curve warning sign

The First Colors of Fall

Fall foliage begins to make its appearance in September, with hints of red, orange, and gold gradually spreading across the Green Mountains. Take in the changing landscape on a scenic drive, head out for a hike, or ride the Gondola SkyRide for expansive views from above. The colors continue to build throughout the month, making every visit a little different from the one before.

September is also a great time to explore before the height of foliage season arrives. Warm afternoons, cooler mornings, and a landscape caught between two seasons create plenty of opportunities to get outside and see fall beginning to unfold.

Insider Tip: Fall color typically appears first at higher elevations before making its way into the valleys below. Early in the season, head higher into the mountains for a better chance of spotting those first flashes of fall.

FALL FOLIAGE INFORMATION

Red vintage convertible car at sunset with mountains in the background.

A Stowe Tradition Rolls Into Town

Classic British motorcars take over Stowe during the annual British Invasion, September 18–20. Celebrating 35 years in 2026, the event brings hundreds of British cars to town for a weekend dedicated to motoring history and British culture.

The festivities kick off Friday evening with the British Invasion Block Party on Main Street, featuring classic cars, live music, food, and craft beverages before the main car show gets underway for the weekend.

EVENT INFORMATION

Lanterns glowing on pathway near steps at night.

See Stowe in a Different Light

As the evenings grow longer, Stowe, at Night Lantern Tours return for the season. These evening walking tours invite you to carry a replica 1700s lantern through the village while hearing stories of Stowe’s early settlers, local history, and resident ghosts.

Tours depart from the Go Stowe Visitor Information Center and continue through October, offering a fitting way to experience Stowe after dark as fall approaches.

Tour Information

Cornfield maze with trees and hills in autumn colors in the background.

A-Maze-ing Fall Fun

A favorite fall tradition returns with the opening of the Percy Farm Corn Maze. Located just off the Stowe Recreation Path, the maze typically takes about 30 to 40 minutes to complete, with views of Mt. Mansfield along the way. After finding your way through the corn, stop to visit the farm’s baby cows and goats and bring your four-legged companion along, too, as the maze is dog-friendly. It’s an easy way to add a little classic Vermont fall fun to a September day in Stowe.

VISIT THE MAZE

Man paddleboarding with a small dog on a calm autumn lake.

The Best of Both Seasons

Fall may be arriving, but summer isn’t quite finished. September still offers plenty of time to hike, bike, paddle, explore the Stowe Recreation Path, or enjoy a meal outdoors before the season fully shifts. Pair an afternoon adventure with a stop at a local brewery, browse the shops around town, or simply take the scenic route and enjoy those first signs of fall.

It’s a month that offers a little of both seasons and plenty of reasons to spend as much of it outside as possible.