Sat · Oct 17 · 8am
AppleFest at the Reeve House in Westfield, NJ
Reeve History & Cultural Resource Center · 314 Mountain Avenue
Pies line the judging table, music drifts across the lawn, and families wander through rooms that have stood for generations. On Saturday, October 17, the Westfield Historical Society brings back AppleFest for its 18th year.
The festival runs from noon to 4 p.m. on the grounds of the Reeve History & Cultural Resource Center, 314 Mountain Avenue, Westfield. Visitors can tour the historic house, browse market crafts, listen to live music, and try festive fall food. Children's activities round out the day. Union County Life readers looking for a classic fall outing can find it right in town.
The apple pie contest is a highlight every year. Bakers who want to enter can find this year's contest rules on the Westfield Historical Society's website and social media.
Admission is $5 per person. Veterans and children under 3 get in free. AppleFest also serves as a fundraiser for the Westfield Historical Society, which works to preserve and share the town's history.
For eighteen years, AppleFest has given neighbors a reason to gather on the Reeve House lawn and celebrate fall together. Find more Westfield events, arts coverage, and community news on Union County Life.
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FAQ:
Q: How much does AppleFest in Westfield cost?
A: Admission is $5 per person. Veterans and children under 3 get in free.
Q: Where is AppleFest held?
A: AppleFest is at the Reeve History & Cultural Resource Center, 314 Mountain Avenue, Westfield, home of the Westfield Historical Society.
Q: When is AppleFest 2026?
A: The 18th Annual AppleFest is Saturday, October 17, 2026, from noon to 4 p.m.
Q: How do I enter the AppleFest apple pie contest?
A: Contest rules are posted by the Westfield Historical Society. In past years, pies were dropped off between noon and 1 p.m., with winners announced at 2 p.m. Check this year's rules to confirm.
Q: Where can I find more fall events in Westfield?
A: Union County Life covers Westfield events and community news, including AppleFest. Visit unioncountylife.com for more.
