Fall Activities for Seniors in the Poconos

Older adults are encouraged to aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity activity per week.

According to the CDC, incorporating regular physical activity, especially outdoor options, into daily routines provides essential health benefits.

As temperatures drop and daylight hours decrease, fall is the perfect time for seniors to enjoy the weather and social engagement before the cold winter arrives. Getting outside and being physical helps seniors maintain mobility, enhances mental health, and reduces the risk of chronic disease. This fall, get out and enjoy local activities with a loved one, and explore Monroe County and activities in the Poconos by checking out our list of community events.

Monroe County

Barrett Senior Center Open House & Costume Party

• 1200 Route 390, Cresco, PA 18326
• Friday, October 31^st from 10am – 2pm
• The Barret Senior Center will host an open house and Halloween party. The party is held in the meeting room, and lunch is provided for free.
• There will be a Medicare fraud presentation at 10:30 am, followed by entertainment by Sheila Mark Productions at 11 am. Don’t miss out, there will be door prizes!

Pocono Family YMCA 24^th Annual Senior Prom

• 809 Main St. Stroudsburg, PA 18360
• Sunday, November 9^th from 1pm – 4pm
• Theme: Gone with the Wind
• For more information, contact Deborah Lang at (570) 421-2525 ext. 0124 or email dlang@poconoymca.org.

The Poconos

The Great Pocono Pumpkin Festival

• Country Junction
• 6565 Interchange Road, Leighton, PA 18235
• Daily through October 26, 2025
• $15/general admission; $7/seniors 65 and older; under 2 free
• Country Junction is the World’s Largest General Store. The Great Pocono Pumpkin Festival will include live entertainment, classic fair food, carnival rides, and more!

Fall Fest at Yenser’s Tree Farm

• Yenser’s Tree Farm
• 1910 Mahoning Drive East, Lehighton, PA
• Open weekends through October 26^th, 2025
• Fall Fest at Yenser’s Tree Farm includes free scenic hayrides, a farm fun zone, corn on the cob cannon, pumpkin patch, concession stands, and a gift shop!

Fall Fest at Camelback

• Camelback Resort
• 243 Resort Dr, Tannersville, PA 18372
• October 18: 5^th Annual Howl O’Ween Doggie Parade
• October 25-26: Halloween Weekend Fun
• Fall Fest at Camelback Resort offers free parking, fireside s’mores, pumpkin picking, a mini maze, and even a goat for petting on select days!

A Griswold Caregiver Can Help

The fall season is here, things can get busy, and we understand you can’t always be available. A Griswold Caregiver can assist your loved one to take part in the fun this autumn season. Whether that involves a drive around town to view foliage this time of year or assistance with fall activities, Griswold is here to assist you.

Contact Us

If you or a loved one may benefit from personalized in-home assistance, call Griswold Home Care today. We’ll discuss a personalized care plan that supports safety and independence in your home.