Cream-of-the-crop fall harvest festivals in southeast Michigan

Michigan is synonymous with autumn harvest frolics. Southeast Michigan is home to dozens of fall-themed events. Apple orchards, pumpkin patches, spooky haunted houses, corn mazes, Halloween-themed venues, and fall festivals, here are the creme de la creme. We'll begin with southwest of Detroit and move northeast. They aren't free, but I've included tips on how to get the most bang for your buck with coupons, BOGOs, etc. You can also get free admission to some activities with special package rates. There are reduced-priced and value-added events, too. Note--dates reflect last year's calendar, but check links for 2012 events. Cream-of-the-crop fall harvest festivals 

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