Fall is one of the best times to slow down and spend a day in Ashland. Grab a cup of coffee, browse the farmers market, hunt for one-of-a-kind finds, and enjoy everything that makes our small town worth a visit—or two.
Start with Coffee, of Course!
Every good fall day starts with coffee. Stop into one of Ashland’s local coffee shops, like Classic, Coffee, Tea & Books, or Bravo Bakeshop for your favorite seasonal drink, sit and visit with friends, or take it with you as you explore. With much of downtown within walking distance, coffee in hand is a pretty great way to start your Ashland day.
Spend Saturday at the Farmers Market
If you’re visiting on a Saturday, make the Ashland Farmers Market one of your first stops. Browse locally grown produce, baked goods, handmade products, flowers, and other seasonal finds while getting a taste of the community that makes Ashland special.
Saturday is also a great day to add a few extra shopping stops, including Take Away, Miss Timmie’s Antiques, and Treasures on the Ni.
Take on the Arts & Antiques Passport
Love finding something you can’t get anywhere else? Pick up an Ashland Arts & Antiques Passport and explore six local shops filled with antiques, vintage treasures, art, décor, and unexpected finds.
And there’s no need to finish it all in one day. Complete the passport at your own pace—spend an afternoon exploring a few shops, then come back to Ashland another weekend to finish the rest. Once you’ve visited all six participating locations and collected your stamps, you’ll receive a free Ashland-branded gift.
It’s less of a checklist and more of an excuse to keep exploring.
Make Ashland Your Fall Tradition
Come for coffee and the farmers market. Start your passport. Discover a new favorite shop. Then plan another trip back to see what you missed.
That’s the beauty of fall in Ashland—you don’t have to do it all in one day.
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