Franklin Farm Harvest Festival & Tractor Show
Fall festival · Cumberland · Rhode Island
A one-day fundraiser at a working Cumberland farm, with antique tractors on display, scenic hayrides, historic barn tours, and an Audubon raptor program alongside craft vendors and food trucks. It has run every fall for over a decade and stays small and local rather than commercial.
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Plan your visit
Saturday, September 26, 2026, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; rain date Sunday, September 27, 2026
Dates from the official announcement — always confirm before you go.
Color nearby peaks: October 22–October 26
Color builds from October 9 · mostly bare by November 14
Method: daily ERA5 temperatures drive a photoperiod + chilling phenology model, sampled at Franklin Farm Harvest Festival & Tractor Show’s own coordinates and elevation (44 m) rather than a regional average. Estimates, not promises — check locally before you plan a trip around it.
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Frequently asked
- When is Franklin Farm Harvest Festival & Tractor Show open in 2026?
- The 2026 season runs Sep 26 – Sep 27. Saturday, September 26, 2026, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; rain date Sunday, September 27, 2026. Dates can shift, so check the official site before you go.
- When does Franklin Farm Harvest Festival & Tractor Show peak in 2026?
- Peak color is predicted for October 22–October 26 (best estimate October 24). Color starts around October 9 and is mostly bare by November 14.
- What is Franklin Farm Harvest Festival & Tractor Show best for?
- A low-key harvest fundraiser near Providence.
- How do I get to Franklin Farm Harvest Festival & Tractor Show?
- Franklin Farm Harvest Festival & Tractor Show is in Cumberland. The closest city is Providence, about 10 mi away (it's right in town). It's part of Rhode Island's fall lineup.
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