There’s something special about fall in Leavenworth. Crisp mountain air, colorful foliage, festive weekends and the return of Oktoberfest make it one of our favorite times of year to visit Washington’s Bavarian village.
Since 2017, Patterson Cellars has had the pleasure of welcoming thousands of visitors to our Front Street tasting room in the heart of downtown Leavenworth. Located just 2.5 hours east of Seattle and surrounded by the Cascade Mountains, Leavenworth is the perfect fall getaway with wine tasting, incredible food, shopping, hiking, live music, Oktoberfest and plenty more to explore.
Our family-friendly Leavenworth tasting room is open seven days a week, offering wine tastings, sparkling flights, food and wine pairing experiences, live music, and seasonal favorites. As the temperatures begin to drop, our signature Hot Mulled Wine returns October 1st, and is served warm throughout the fall and winter months.
Bring your four-legged friends along, find a spot on our Front Street patio or cozy up inside with a glass of wine before heading out to explore town.
Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway, joining the fall festivities or simply looking for an excuse to enjoy the season in the mountains, we’ve put together some of our favorite places to eat, sip, shop, stay and explore while you’re here.
Celebrate the Start of Fall
The festivities begin before Oktoberfest! The Washington State Autumn Leaf Festival returns September 25th–27th, celebrating the arrival of fall with live entertainment, activities and plenty of seasonal fun throughout Leavenworth.
One of the highlights of the weekend is the annual Grand Parade on Saturday, September 26th, bringing floats, bands, Bavarian groups and more through town against the backdrop of Leavenworth’s changing fall colors. It’s a colorful way to kick off the season and a great excuse to spend a September weekend exploring downtown.
Oktoberfest Returns to Leavenworth
Pull out your dirndls and lederhosen! Oktoberfest returns to downtown Leavenworth for three weekends this October:
October 2th–3rd
October 9th–10th
October 16th–17th
Every year, thousands of visitors come to Leavenworth to celebrate with German and local beer, live music, dancing, delicious food and plenty of Bavarian spirit, all surrounded by the beautiful colors of fall in the Cascades.
Pro Tip: Oktoberfest is one of Leavenworth’s most popular events of the year, so we recommend purchasing tickets and booking accommodations as early as possible.
Get your 2026 Oktoberfest tickets and event details
While you’re downtown, make Patterson Cellars part of your Oktoberfest itinerary. Stop in before or after the festivities for a tasting, glass of wine or a warm cup of our signature Hot Mulled Wine while taking in the fall views from Front Street!
Wine Club Members: Celebrate Fall Release
Fall 2026 Wine Club Release kicks off October 5th, making it the perfect time to plan a fall trip to Leavenworth! Stop by our Front Street tasting room to enjoy your complimentary member tasting, pick up your fall allocation and discover the new releases included in your club while you’re in town.
With Oktoberfest festivities happening throughout October, it’s a great excuse to make a weekend of it. Pick up your wines, enjoy your member perks and raise a glass to release season with us in the heart of Leavenworth.
Sip With Us in Leavenworth
Make Patterson Cellars part of your itinerary and join us at our Front Street tasting room for a variety of ways to sip, taste and experience Washington wine in the heart of downtown.
Join us for a wine tasting, explore our bubbles with a sparkling flight, sip on a cup of hot mulled wine, or reserve one of our food and wine pairing experiences featuring local Leavenworth partners, including artisan cheeses from The Cheesemonger’s Shop and sweet pairings from The Fudge Hut.
Whether you’re stopping in between Oktoberfest festivities or spending the afternoon exploring downtown, we’d love to raise a glass with you. Fall weekends can fill up quickly, so we recommend making a reservation in advance to guarantee your spot.
Where to Eat
Leavenworth is home to an incredible variety of restaurants, from Bavarian classics to elevated Pacific Northwest dining. Reservations can fill quickly during fall weekends, so plan ahead when possible.
Breakfast: Prusik Kitchen & Bar, Bear Bear, Lupine Market & Café
Lunch: Wok About Grill, South, Ludwig’s, Lupine Market & Café
Dinner: Larch, Prusik Kitchen & Bar, Yodelin Broth, Old World Chophouse, Carta
Dessert: Fudge Hut, Whistlepunk Ice Cream Co., Das Sweet Shoppe, Gingerbread Factory
Quick Bites: The Cheesemonger’s Shop, München Haus
Sip & Explore Downtown
Part of the fun of visiting Leavenworth is wandering through downtown and seeing where the day takes you. Front Street and the surrounding blocks are filled with tasting rooms, local breweries, restaurants, cafés and shops, making it easy to spend an afternoon exploring on foot.
Leavenworth has also become a destination for Washington wine lovers, with tasting rooms throughout town alongside local and regional craft beer, Bavarian favorites and plenty of seasonal sips.
Start your wine tasting adventure with us at Patterson Cellars, then head out to experience everything downtown Leavenworth has to offer.
Explore the Outdoors
One of the best parts about visiting Leavenworth in the fall is simply being outside. Cooler temperatures, colorful foliage and views of the surrounding Cascades make it a beautiful time to explore. And if the weather sends you indoors, there’s plenty to discover downtown, too.
A few of our favorite activities include:
Leavenworth Reindeer Farm
Horse-drawn carriage rides through downtown
Local hiking trails
Waterfront Park
Leavenworth Ziplines
Leavenworth Adventure Park, home to the Tumwater Twister Alpine Coaster, Alpine Ascent climbing wall and more
Leavenworth Nutcracker Museum, home to thousands of nutcrackers from around the world right on Front Street
Reservations are recommended for popular attractions, particularly during busy fall and Oktoberfest weekends.
Spend an Afternoon Shopping
What’s a getaway without a little retail therapy? Leave some room in your itinerary to wander Front Street and explore the many shops and boutiques throughout downtown. You’ll find everything from clothing and outdoor gear to home décor, gifts, children’s toys, pet shops and, in true Leavenworth fashion, Christmas stores open year-round.
A few places to explore include Kris Kringl, Krampus Kave, Obertal Mall and the many locally owned boutiques throughout town.
Make a Weekend of It
Fall weekends in Leavenworth are worth slowing down for. Stay overnight and give yourself time to enjoy the restaurants, tasting rooms, shops and mountain scenery without trying to fit everything into one afternoon.
A few of our favorite places to stay include:
Posthotel Leavenworth
Enzian Inn
Obertal Inn
Sleeping Lady Mountain Resort & Spa
We’re also proud to be the official winery of Posthotel Leavenworth and Enzian Inn. Want Patterson Cellars wines and jcoco chocolates waiting for you when you arrive? Give our team a call at 509-888-5629 to place your order before your stay.
Make Patterson Cellars Part of Your Fall Getaway
There’s no better time to experience Leavenworth than fall. Between the changing leaves, crisp mountain air, Oktoberfest celebrations and everything happening around town, there’s plenty of reason to make a weekend of it.
Come for the mountains, stay for the wine, and enjoy one of our favorite seasons in Leavenworth with us.
We’ll see you on Front Street. Prost!