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Rusty Nickel Brewing presents
Harvest Fest
Saturday, October 3, 2026 · 1–11 PM
A free, family-friendly celebration of fall with live music, seasonal beer, local makers, BBQ and Oktoberfest-inspired fun—rain or shine.
Fall tastes better here
Local flavor. Big autumn energy.
Harvest Fest brings together the best parts of fall in Western New York: locally grown and locally made goods, seasonal flavors, live entertainment and a full day of outdoor fun at Rusty Nickel Brewing.
- Free, family-friendly admission
- Seasonal beer releases and apple cider slushies
- Local food, drinks, makers and fall activities
- Happening rain or shine
Rain or shine
All-day celebration
What’s happening
Come for an hour or settle in for the day. There’s something for every kind of fall fan.
The Funkensteins and Tim Britt Band bring the soundtrack.
Oktoberfest, Apple Fritter Amber Ale and more fall favorites.
Smoky, satisfying food made for a crisp autumn day and a cold pint.
Pumpkin carving, a corn activity table and hands-on fall fun.
Put your strength—and your steady hand—to the test.
Mead, wine, spirits, candy apples, kettle corn and more.
Choose your experience
One big celebration. Two ways to join.
Harvest Fest
The main celebration is free and open to the public. Enjoy music, food, family activities, vendors and seasonal drinks throughout the day.
Plan Your VisitFall Beer Fest
The festival also features a separately ticketed beer experience presented with the WNY Brewers Guild.
Beer Fest TicketsLive on the patio
Music made for a fall night.
Two great bands. One full day of fall celebration.
Know before you go
Plan your Harvest Fest visit.
Join us in West Seneca for a full day of fall flavor and live entertainment. The event happens rain or shine.
- Saturday, October 3, 2026
- Festival hours: 1:00–11:00 PM
- Free admission to Harvest Fest
- Separately ticketed Fall Beer Fest experience
Save your spot
Make a reservation.
Planning to stay awhile? Reserve your table for Harvest Fest using Rusty Nickel’s reservation system.