NoVA Farms Where You Can Pick Apples and Pumpkins This Fall
Last updated: September 13, 2023
Now that fall is here, we’ve all got apple cider and pumpkin picking on the brain. If you have either “visit a pumpkin patch” or “pick apples” on your fall bucket list, there are plenty of options around NoVA. Here’s where you should spend a day in the outdoors picking fruits and gourds for the season.
ARLINGTON
DePaul’s Urban Farm
Open daily, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
DePaul’s is your one-stop shop for all things fall. Come for the pumpkins, gourds, mums, and wreaths; stay for the apple cider doughnuts and autumnal sweets. 2599 Chain Bridge Rd., Vienna
ALEXANDRIA
Immanuel Church-on-the-Hill
September 30–October 31, weekdays noon–6 p.m., weekends 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
The 30th annual pumpkin patch is back with pumpkins of all sizes. This popular spot in Alexandria has pumpkins, gourds, and baked goods. All proceeds benefit more than 25 charities. 3606 Seminary Rd., Alexandria
Nalls Produce
Monday–Saturday 9 a.m.–7 p.m.; Sunday 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Not only can you buy pumpkins, produce, and mums at the market, but you can also make a morning or afternoon of it at the Pumpkin Hill play yard, which is set to open on September 30. The play area includes crawling tubes, lots of hay, and great spaces for photo-ops. 7310 Beulah St., Alexandria
FAIRFAX
Cox Farms
September 16–17; Thursdays through Mondays from September 23–October 30; November 2–7
There’s plenty of fall fun to be had at Cox Farms. Grab tickets to the Fall Festival to pick pumpkins, take a hayride, get lost in the corn maze, visit farm animals, and enjoy kids activities and live entertainment. If you don’t have enough time to explore the festival, head over the the Festival Market to pick up pumpkins, apples, apple cider, kettle corn, and an assortment of pies from Mom’s Apple Pie. 15621 Braddock Rd., Centreville; ticket price varies from $10 to $25, depending on the day, free for kids under 2, free parking, free admission to market
Burke Nursery & Garden Centre
October 1–31
Find pumpkins, apples, and gourds here, as well as locally sourced organic honey. Don’t forget to snap a family picture by one of the Halloween-inspired backdrops. 9401 Burke Rd., Burke
Hidden Gems Farm
Open daily; pick-your-own pumpkins starting September 30
Whether you’re here for a scheduled play time with their resident goats or dropping in to pick your own pumpkins, this family-owned farm makes for a great fall activity. Be sure to check out their collection of soaps and lotions, made with fresh goat milk right from the farm. Note the farm accepts cash and Venmo only. The pumpkin patch opens September 30. 6745 Bull Run Post Office Rd., Centreville; $3 entrance fee, children 12 months and under are free
Krop’s Crops Fall Fun
September–November
Winchester apples, pumpkins, squash, and gourds are the Krop’s Crops you can get your hands on. It offers fresh-pressed apple cider, mums, fall decorations made by area artists, and hayrides for the family. 11110 Georgetown Pk., Great Falls; $5 for hayride to the pumpkin patch, free for kids 3 and under
LOUDOUN
Crooked Run Orchard
Open Saturdays and Sundays, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
This farm has a variety of apples available for picking, and wholesale pumpkins and gourds are on hand for purchase. 37883 E. Main St., Purcellville
Great Country Farms
Apple Gala and Cider Fest run through September 30; Pumpkin Harvest Festival will run October 1–31
Visitors can pick their own apples and pumpkins at one of the Farm’s fall festivals. Those with tickets to the festival have access to playgrounds, kid-friendly activities, and animals. Fall festivities include pumpkin picking, marshmallow roasting, and the Great Country Farms corn maze. The market includes homemade canned projects, fresh vegetables, apple cider doughnuts, and décor. 18780 Foggy Bottom Rd., Bluemont; $12–$16 for weekday tickets, $14–$18 for weekend tickets
Temple Hall Farm Pumpkin Patch & Sunflower Fields
September 30–October 31, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Take a family trip to Temple Hall Farm for your much-needed pumpkins. Spend the day searching through the entire pumpkin patch, then head over to the jumping pillows and slides for some extra entertainment. Temple Hall Farm Regional Park: 15855 Limestone School Rd., Leesburg; $15 per person, free for kids ages 2 and under
Wegmeyer Farms
Opening September 23
Take a trip to Hamilton for pick-your-own pumpkins and wholesale options. Customers are given clippers and a wheelbarrow and directed to the field where they can look for their own pumpkins and gourds. 38299 Hughesville Rd., Hamilton
PRINCE WILLIAM
Yankey Farms Nokesville
October 1–30, Fridays–Sundays, hours vary
Wander around the patch to pick your pumpkin off the vine by hand at Yankey Farms’ pumpkin patch. Then the family can visit the animals, attempt the corn maze scavenger hunt, ride the cow train, and have fun in the play area. The Pumpkins & Fall Festival will be going on all month. 11812 Bristow Rd., Bristow
FAUQUIER
Buckland Farm Market
Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
This traditional pick-your-own farm offers apples, pumpkins, gourds, and other seasonal vegetables and fruits, plus fresh-pressed apple cider, hot pumpkin cider, apple cider doughnuts, hayrides, and other kid-friendly activities. 4484 Lee Hwy., New Baltimore
Hartland Farm, Hartland Orchard, and Green Truck Farm
September–November 1, hours vary
Three farms under one family. Each year, the Hartland Farm offers pumpkin patches, a corn maze, and a fun field; Hartland Orchard has apple and other tree-fruit picking; and Green Truck Farm features pick-your-own pumpkins and winter squashes in September and October. 3205 Hartland Ln., Markham
Hollin Farms
Hours posted weekly
A family farm run for generations. Here you’ll get apples, pumpkins, winter squash, fall greens (lettuce, kale, arugula, bok choi, mustard greens, turnips, and radishes), and dig-your-own potatoes and peanuts. Head to the farm from September through October for pumpkins and apples. 1524 Snowden Rd., Delaplane
Messick’s Farm Market Fall Festival
Saturdays and Sundays, September 23–October 29, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
A day at Messick’s Farm is a fall dream for the little ones. Not only can they explore the pumpkin patches, they can frolic in the corn maze, zip down the slides, jump on the massive bounce pillow, hop on hay rides, and get in some snuggles at the petting zoo. 6025 Catlett Rd., Bealeton; $15 for adults, $10 for seniors ages 55 and older, free for kids ages 3 and under
Stribling Orchard
Wednesdays–Sundays, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
A tradition for many Northern Virginia families, Stribling Orchard is the place to go for picking pumpkins and apples. You can also visit with farm animals and shop in the Harvest House market for cider, honey, jams and jellies, salsas, hot sauces, local cheese and eggs, Virginia peanuts, cookbooks, and fresh baked goods. 11587 Poverty Hollow Ln., Markham
FREDERICKSBURG
Belvedere Plantation
September 16–November 4, times vary
Guests of the Fall Harvest Festival have the chance to pick their own pumpkins or grab some from the market. Note: Belvedere is cashless, so bring your credit or debit card. Enjoy a hayride or wagon ride around the farm, and if you stop in Saturday night, take in the festive fireworks display above the pond. 1410 Belvedere Dr., Fredericksburg; $17.95–$27.95 in September and November, $19.95–$30.95 in October
Snead’s Farm Fall Festival
September 23–October 31, 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
The Fall Festival welcomes you to pick pumpkins, enjoy unlimited hayrides (between 10 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.), explore the farm, buy apple cider, feed the animals, and have a fall picnic. On weekends, enjoy delicious meals and snacks from local vendors. Jumbo pumpkins are $12, large are $8, and small are $4. 18294 Tidewater Trail, Fredericksburg; $10 on weekdays, $15 on weekends, admission does not include pumpkin picking prices
Braehead Farm
September 30–October 29, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Fall photos, hayrides, a sunflower walk, and a corn maze add to the post-pumpkin picking fun at this Fall Festival. And don’t miss out on the Braehead Farm BBQ, offering some delicious meats and gluten-free items. 1130 Tyler St., Fredericksburg; $14 for fall festival weekends, free for kids ages 2 and under, pumpkins sold separately
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