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“It’s seldom we would see a bear, but not impossible,” Roger McDonell told me in early September, just a few days before we stuffed ourselves into thick wetsuits, strapped snorkeling masks to our faces, and lowered ourselves into the rushing, 59-degree water of the Campbell River on British Columbia’s Vancouver Island.

Snorkeling Through a Salmon Migration Is a Kaleidoscopic Dream

Austin

Photo by Roger Ho, courtesy of Austin City Limits

Events

10 Can’t Miss Things to Eat, Drink & Do Between Shows at ACL This Year

New York

Fall Foliage

From road trips to local guides, here's everything you need to enjoy the great autumn outdoors and see the most beautiful fall foliage in your part of the country (plus the best times to see it).

Fall Foliage in the US: Autumnal Guide to the Outdoors

Carpenter Falls, photo courtesy of Reel Inspired

It’s that time of the year when sweater weather, all things pumpkin, and fall foliage reign supreme.

Waterfalls, Museums, and Gilded Mansions: A Guide to Leaf-Peeping Fun in New York State

Chicago

Edwards Apple Orchard

Fall in Chicago is as fleeting as it is festive.

Put on a Scarf and Head to These-Apple Picking Spots Near Chicago

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Thanks to this year’s obsession with all things European Summer, it’s safe to assume that there’s probably just one degree (or less) of separation between you and someone who’s recently been to Portugal.

Forget European Summer—Portugal’s Silver Coast Is Ideal for Fall Cycling

Design by Maitane Romagosa for Thrillist, Photos courtesy of 420 Expo

Lifestyle

Smoke with Cheech Marin at This Cannabis Expo in New Jersey

Atlanta

Thrillist Weekend Guides

Thrillist's guide to everything you can do this weekend and this month—from hot new restaurants to art exhibits to outdoor activities.

Thrillist Weekend Guides: Everything Happening This Weekend and This Month

Photo courtesy of Wild Leap Atlanta

Sport Your Best Lederhosen for Oktoberfest in Atlanta This Weekend

Boston

Photo credit: Melissa Ostrow, photo courtesy of Banners Kitchen & Tap

The annual lead-up to The World Series has made October a near-sacred time for baseball lovers.

16 Weekend Events in Boston This Month That Have Nothing to Do with Halloween

Photo courtesy of Edge at Hudson Yards

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There’s a lot to celebrate this weekend.

Drink Foamy Oktoberfest Steins with Sky-High Views in NYC This Weekend

Denver

Courtesy of Magic of the Jack O'Lanterns

Denver may be best-known for its outdoorsiness, but the Mile High City is so much more than just a gateway to the Rockies.

Hit Up a Jack O'Lantern Festival and the Brand-New Museum of Illusions in Denver This Weekend

Washington DC

Photo credit: Jason Dixson Photography, photo courtesy of Art All Night

Somehow, October begins this weekend and since there’s no turning back, we’re making the most of sweater season by packing in as much as possible over the next few days.

This Weekend in DC Is Jam-Packed with Festivals About Art, Coffee, and Culture

Dallas

Photo by Kevin Brown, courtesy of State Fair of Texas

There’s always something going down in the Big D. A look at the city’s offerings might leave you dizzy: record shops, vintage shops, museums, bar arcades, nerdy bookstores, restaurants, bars, brunches, sports aplenty, and a thriving music and arts scene.

’Tis the Season for Haunted Houses and the State Fair of Texas

Available in massive 12" iterations plus smaller chump-ready sizes, Cheesie's riffs on grilled cheeses include the Mac (American & Merkts w/ actual mac & cheese), and the bacon/ cheddar/ cream cheese Jalapeno Popper.

<p>Available in massive 12" iterations plus smaller chump-ready sizes, Cheesie's riffs on grilled cheeses include the Mac (American &amp; Merkts w/ actual mac &amp; cheese), and the bacon/ cheddar/ cream cheese Jalapeno Popper.</p>

Chicago's first grilled cheese restaurant complete with full bar, arcade games, and good times.

Cheesie's Pub and Grub

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Pedal beyond Porto on a five-day, self-guided tour bursting with all the colors of autumn.

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Sport Your Best Lederhosen for Oktoberfest in Atlanta This Weekend

Or catch ‘00s heartthrobs in concert.

16 Weekend Events in Boston This Month That Have Nothing to Do with Halloween

Fun things to do in Boston this weekend and every weekend of the month.

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Your guide to all of Denver's must-hit food and music festivals, events, movies, markets, deals, and concerts.

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Fun things to do in Washington DC this weekend.

’Tis the Season for Haunted Houses and the State Fair of Texas

Plus, the Other Art Fair brings buzzy, creative energy to the city, and more fun things to do in Dallas this weekend.