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September 1, 2026

Annual Adirondack Harvest Festival returns Sept. 19

Celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Adirondack Harvest Festival at the Essex County Fairgrounds in Westport, NY. Enjoy the harvest season and learn about Adirondack agriculture on Sept. 19 from noon - 5 p.m.

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