Harborween: A Fall Festival on Lake Champlain

Posted on August 11, 2026August 11, 2026 by Sadie Jones

Harborween: A Fall Festival on Lake Champlain

Celebrate Fall in Vermont at Basin Harbor | October 11

Experience the magic of fall in Vermont at Basin Harbor during Harborween, our lakeside fall festival on Sunday, October 11.

Set along the shores of Lake Champlain in Vergennes, Vermont, Harborween brings together everything we love about autumn: brilliant Vermont fall foliage, crisp lake air, seasonal food, live music, local vendors, cider pressing, pumpkin carving, hayrides, campfires, and plenty of Halloween-inspired fun.

Make a Weekend of It | October 10–12

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Turn Harborween into the ultimate Vermont fall foliage getaway with a Saturday–Monday stay at Basin Harbor and mazimize your three-day weekend!

Rates start at $457 per night and include daily breakfast.

Wake up along Lake Champlain surrounded by fall color, spend your days exploring the outdoors, and enjoy a full weekend of seasonal experiences—including our Harvest Dinner, Harborween Fall Festival, foliage recreation and classic Vermont autumn traditions.

Where to Stay in Vermont for Fall Foliage

October is one of the most beautiful times to visit Lake Champlain, when Vermont’s Green Mountains and New York’s Adirondacks surrounding the lake come alive with autumn color.

Stay in a cozy cottage at Basin Harbor and experience Vermont in the fall with foliage hikes, scenic Lake Champlain cruises, orchard visits, pumpkin carving, hayrides, campfires, s’mores and seasonal activities for the whole family.

Harborween Fall Festival | Sunday, October 11

The centerpiece of the weekend is the Harborween Fall Festival, taking place Sunday afternoon at the Red Mill. Join us for:

Live music
Local vendors
Cider pressing
Seasonal food and fall treats
Pumpkin and Halloween activities
Family-friendly games and activities
Plenty of fall and Halloween magic

Costumes are encouraged. Cozy sweaters are practically required.

Your Fall Weekend on Lake Champlain

Come for a weekend filled with the best of fall in Vermont. Hike beneath colorful leaves. Cruise Lake Champlain surrounded by fall foliage. Visit a local orchard. Carve a pumpkin. Gather around the campfire for s’mores. Enjoy our Harvest Dinner and spend Sunday afternoon celebrating at Harborween.

If you’re searching for where to stay in Vermont for fall foliage, a fall festival in Vermont, a family fall getaway, or a beautiful place to experience Lake Champlain in the fall, make Basin Harbor your home for the weekend.

Harborween Weekend | October 10–12
Harborween Fall Festival | Sunday, October 11
Basin Harbor | Vergennes, Vermont

Saturday–Monday stays starting at $457 per night, including daily breakfast.

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Come for the foliage. Stay for Harborween.

An Adirondack chair next to a tree during fall

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Harborween on Lake Champlain

Posted on July 28, 2026August 11, 2026 by Sadie Jones

Join us at Basin Harbor September 27 thru October 15th for all things fall and festive!

As the first leaves begin to turn along the shores of Lake Champlain, Basin Harbor transforms into HarborWeen—a celebration of crisp autumn days, timeless family traditions, and just the right touch of Halloween magic.

Beginning September 26 and continuing through October 15, HarborWeen brings the spirit of the season to every corner of the resort, with festive décor, seasonal treats, family activities, and plenty of reasons to get outside and enjoy fall in Vermont.

Sundays are the best time to experience the full HarborWeen spirit, with an afternoon and evening of fall fun. Carve a pumpkin, take on our pumpkin scavenger hunt and fall photo challenges, enjoy fresh cider donuts, and end the evening gathered around a lakeside beach bonfire with s’mores as the sun sets over Lake Champlain.

Whether you’re planning a family getaway, a couples retreat, or simply looking to experience Vermont at its most beautiful, HarborWeen is the perfect reason to make a fall escape to the lake.

Throughout the fall season, guests can enjoy a rotating schedule of festive experiences, including:

Pumpkin carving

Family hayrides

Campfire s’mores

Outdoor movies w/ campfire

Seasonal crafts

Costume contests*
Lawn games

Live music and entertainment

Scenic foliage cruises

Harvest-inspired dining specials

Lobby treats and seasonal amenities

*Select activities offered on designated dates.

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Sip & Savor: Fall Wine Dinner

Posted on August 23, 2024September 4, 2024 by Sadie Jones

We’re excited to announce we’ve added a special fall wine dinner series to our culinary offerings. Join Executive Chef Phillip Ducrot for an unforgettable wine dinner experience. Enjoy a carefully crafted menu paired with exceptional, older vintage wines that highlight the elegance and depth of each bottle.

Series dates: Sept 11, Sept 18, Sept 25, Oct 2, 2024.

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Sample Menu:

Red Wine poached Pears salad with Gorgonzola Panna Cotta

2009 Pinot Noir Domaine Henri Prudhon “Sur le Sentier du Clos”

– Cannelloni of Smoked Salmon/Trout with Celery and Cucumber salad

2021 Domaine Dupeuple Gamay Beaujolais

– Pepper crust Strip Steak with Chocolate-Salt, Beet Risotto, shallots confit, beet foam

2010 Pessac-Leognan Chateau Smith Haut Laffitte “Grand Cru”- Bordeaux

Potato wrapped Snapper, tomato shellfish stew, roasted vegetables.

2020 Lucien Muzard Bourgogne Aligote

– Pumpkin Spice Cake with Ginger ice cream and brandied fruits compote

– Warm Chocolate cake with Pistachio Semi fredo and orange caramel sauce

Champagne Moet & Chandon Brut Imperial

Kindly note: items and pairings subject to change.

Menus and wines will change weekly.

Fee includes food, wine, tax, and service.
Dinner will be held at 6 pm, in Ardelia’s.
Resort/cocktail attire is encouraged.
*We reserve the right to cancel the event if we do not reach a minimum number of ticket sales.