Pumpkin season is more than pumpkin patches. From creamy pumpkin lattes and fall-inspired brews to cozy scents and fall decor, local businesses are celebrating the flavor of the season in all of the best ways. Whether you’re sipping, snacking, or shopping, here’s where to find Fredericksburg’s best autumn specials.
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Fall Sips
25-30 Espresso
This downtown coffee shop has taken a mysterious twist on fall with their “Who done it?” drink series. Choose from four house-made cozy syrup flavors: the Miss Scarlet (Banana Bread), The Butler (Maple Pecan), Professor Plum (Caramel Apple), or Mrs. White (Pumpkin Pie). While you’re there, try their fall sweet treats including the Pumpkin Chocolate Chip blondie, Apple Cider Bundt Cake, and Caramel Apple Upside Down Cake.
Agora Downtown Coffee Shop
Agora is a Fredericksburg favorite for a reason, and their fall menu does not disappoint. Sip on a Brown Sugar Maple Mocha or Caramel Apple White Mocha, and for anyone 21+, try their Boozy Maple Spice Latte.
Anita’s Cafe
Try a delicious Pumpkin Pie Sweet Cream Cold Brew, latte, or chai to start your day. Pumpkin not your favorite? Try an Apple Caramel Mocha or a Maple Spice Cider instead!
Capital Ale House
Capital Ale House’s fall menu is bursting with flavor! From pumpkin-spiced brews and sweet ciders to Bavarian-inspired dishes perfect for an Oktoberfest celebration, this is a great spot for an autumn meal.
Harry’s Downtown
Ever tried a pumpkin-spice margarita? Well now you can at Harry’s!
Hyperion Espresso
Hyperion’s fall menu features all of the classics you know and love. Enjoy Pumpkin Spice or taste their famous maple syrup in a latte, chai, cider, or frozen drink. You can also try their Arnold Fall-Mer, their autumn spin on a classic which features an iced apple cider lemonade with cinnamon on top.
Mason-Dixon Cafe
Try a limited-edition PSL Espresso Martini during an extra cozy fall brunch.
Strangeways
With 36+ beers on tap year-round, Strangeways is bound to have some delicious fall options on rotation. The brewery is currently featuring (among many others!), Grandma’s Apple Pie Cider, Poltergeist Pumpkin Ale, and the Gourd of Thunder Pumpkin Porter.
The Port Oysteria & Brewery
The spookiest of Fredericksburg’s pumpkin brews can be found at The Port — The Bride of Pumpkinstein!
Fall Foods & Sweet Treats
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2400 Diner
Did someone say Pumpkin Pancakes? 2400 Diner certainly did and is serving them up this fall!
Abner B’s
Looking for a unique ice cream flavor? You know where to go! Abner B’s is featuring Maple Cream Cake and Bowman Bourbon Maple Walnut this fall.
Basilico New York Deli
Basilico’s is serving up a to-die-for Pumpkin Caramel Cream Puff, so don’t skip dessert.
Blue Cow Ice Cream Co
Ice cream season doesn’t have to stop when the temperatures drop! Try their Pumpkin Ice Cream — available in dairy and non-dairy versions!
Silver Diner
Banana Brulée Pumpkin French Toast is on the menu at Silver Diner, and it is mouth-watering just thinking about it!
Sweet Reasons
An amazing fall sweet stop! Try fall drinks including the Caramel Apple Milkshake, Apple Cider Gold Energy, and PSL, as well as their fall cupcake guest stars including Caramel Pumpkin Pecan and Cookie Butter (rotate weekly).
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Fall Scents & Seasonal Goodies
POUR
Make your home smell amazing with POUR’s fall collection which includes candles, wax melts, and sprays in scents like Pumpkin Loaf, Spiced Cider, Caramel Apple, and Autumn Bloom.
Sugar and Spruce
Want some fall vibes in your shower routine? Look no further than Sugar & Spruce’s Pumpkin sugar scrub. This limited scent sells quickly and is only available during fall months.
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Updated 10/6/2025