Travel Season

By Jenna Nahhas, Tate Raub and Sean Repuyan

SEPT 1–NOV 4: All Hallows’

Eve Terror Town

OH

Experience the haunted, Old West town of Bravado in this immersive attraction on Friday and Saturday evenings. With an emphasis on detail, realism and narrative, the trail seeks to provide visitors with an emotional experience aimed at every sense. Not for the faint of heart, this attraction is recommended for those ages 16 and up. Williamsburg, allhallowsevellc.com

SEPT 7–10: Erie’s Wild Rib Cook Off & Music

Festival

This long-running rib fest is one of Erie’s signature events. Held at Perry Square Park in the middle of downtown, the festival features all things barbecue, including awardwinning rib-cooking teams, a variety of vendors and plenty of family fun. Erie, erieribfest.com

PA

SEPT 8–9: Nicholas County

Potato Festival

WV Celebrate spuds at the Nicholas County Potato Festival. The festivities include tractor shows, pet pageants, potato displays, fireworks and more, as well as performances this year from acts such as Mitch Rossell and Hunter Girl. Summersville, nicholascountypotatofestival.com

SEPT 8-10: Festival of the Vine

SEPT 14-17: Frankenmuth Oktoberfest

MIThe sounds and sights of Germany fill the beer hall at the annual Frankenmuth Oktoberfest. Sip on authentic German brews, watch 100 wiener dogs race across the wooden dance floor and enjoy live music from German bands. Frankenmuth, frankenmuth.org music. Set up outside under tents, local restaurants share their specialties. Along with wine and dinner events, browse the artsand-crafts show, take a horsedrawn carriage ride and walk through the stunning flower market. Geneva, genevachamber.com

SEPT 15–17: Kentucky Bourbon Festival