Autumn in the Lake Chelan Valley arrives in a blaze of color, with cooler weather, harvest season, and lots of popular events to attend. Wineries, farms, and orchards celebrate their harvest, and popular happenings like NW SkyFest, Brews on the Bridge, and Halloween provide plenty of engaging entertainment.
As summer loosens its grip on the Chelan Valley, the landscape transforms. Temperatures cool, leaves turn, and fruit ripens. Outdoor adventures like hiking, biking, and kayaking are made that much more magical by autumn’s bright colors.
The heart of fall in Chelan is the wine harvest, a cherished period stretching from early October through Thanksgiving. Chelan wineries buzz with activity and special events: barrel tastings, harvest dinners, grape stomping, and live entertainment.
The Chelan Valley is known for more than its grape harvest, however. Apples and pears are also at their peak and many farms offer a chance to pick your own. Late September and October see roadside market stands brimming with fresh produce, baked goods, and fresh-pressed cider.
Beyond the vineyards and orchards, autumn in Chelan also sees a number of popular events.
NW SkyFest 2025
Skydive Chelan’s NW SkyFest transforms the Lake Chelan Airport with three days of non-stop excitement. Jumpers and spectators alike gather to witness the aerial ballet that unfolds. There’s paragliding, speedflying, wingsuits, formation jumps, and more. You can even make your first-time jump, if you like!.
You’ll also see a variety of aircraft; turbine-powered planes, helicopters, vintage bi-planes, and others. Live music and food vendors round out the high-flying fun. Don’t miss it!
October 3rd through the 5th, 2025. Visit www.skydivechelan.com for more information on this event. You can also find them on Facebook.
Brews On The Bridge 2025
Brews on the Bridge pours its own kind of magic in the historic downtown district. Chelan’s Old Bridge becomes an open-air tasting room as regional breweries and cideries showcase their best blends.
Guests enjoy tastings and cast their vote for best brew in a festive and friendly competition. Live music by Petty Thief, a Tom Petty tribute band, provides the afternoon’s soundtrack.
Best of all, proceeds from the event go towards Thrive Chelan Valley, a nonprofit providing meals, clothing, and safe spaces for teens throughout the valley.
October 5, 2025, 1pm to 5pm. Visit the event website for tickets and more information.
Lakeside Lodging
Kelly’s Resort would love to host your autumn adventures in Chelan.
Our family-operated, lakeside resort has been a popular Lake Chelan vacation destination for over 77 years. Open April to November, our resort offers you a choice of accommodations in 11 hillside cottages and 4 lakeside condos. Other resort amenities include hiking trails, a lake swim area, docks, a seasonal swimming pool, high-speed internet, a laundry facility, and a small convenience store.
Whether you’re here to experience harvest season, attend an event, or simply to enjoy the area, our Lake Chelan resort is is the perfect fit. Book your stay today!