tles in, and Upstate New York is packing it with everything worth leaving the house for. Think Broadway-level theatre in Schenectady, bluegrass legends in Albany, soup fundraisers that feed entire communities, wine trails trimmed in garland, and cozy lodge markets where cider steams in one hand and a handmade gift sits in the other. From pumpkin-launching festivals in the Adirondacks to Portuguese wine dinners on the Hudson, this month doesn’t ease in — it arrives with music,

Some places say they’re dog-friendly. These places mean it. We’re talking water bowls at the ready, treats on deck, staff who remember your pup’s name before yours, and patios so perfect you might start drooling more than your four-legged friend. From vineyards with sweeping Hudson Valley views to mountain breweries and burger joints where dogs rule the patio, this guide is your ticket to the ultimate “eat, drink, and play” adventure — no kennel required.