Autumn seasonal trends and activities emerge across the U.S

As autumn approaches, various seasonal activities and trends are emerging across the United States. In Maine, Bar Harbor has been named the top cozy fall destination for 2026, while Wiscasset prepares for its annual Scarecrow Festival.

In New Jersey, East Brunswick is hosting ghost tours exploring colonial history and paranormal legends. Culinary trends are also shifting with the arrival of pumpkin spice, seen in new Pocky snack flavors and unique seasonal dishes at Miami restaurants, such as pumpkin puree with grilled octopus.

Other seasonal highlights include the return of football season, which is driving interest in sports bars in Phoenix and themed movie marathons, as well as the upcoming fashion month featuring New York Fashion Week.