Celebrate the fall by checking out these fun, seasonal festivals, featuring great food and activities for the whole family!
Butler’s Orchard – Pumpkin Festival
The Pumpkin Festival at Butler’s Orchard is a beloved annual tradition that offers numerous family-friendly activities, including hayrides, face painting, corn hole games, mazes, and more. Kids will love visiting the pumpkin patch and trying the delicious apple cider donuts!
Address: 22200 Davis Mill Road, Germantown, Maryland 20876
More information: http://www.butlersorchard.com/pumpkin-festival/
Gaver Farm – Fall Fun Festival
At Gaver Farm’s Fall Fun Festival, there is something for everyone with over 45 attractions! See if you can navigate the 7-acre corn maze or have fun cruising down the giant slides. Other activities include duck races, playgrounds, petting and feeding farm animals, and ball games.
Address: 5501 Detrick Road, Mount Airy, Maryland 21771
More information: http://gaverfarm.com/fall/fall-fun-festival/
Homestead Farm – Harvest Festival
Homestead Farm, located about an hour outside D.C., hosts its annual Harvest Festival during weekends throughout October. The festival is a great opportunity to get outside in the crisp autumn weather and enjoy a day of apple and pumpkin picking, hayrides, and mazes.
Address: 15604 Sugarland Road, Poolesville, Maryland 20837
More information: http://www.homestead-farm.net
Summers Farm – Pumpkinland Festival
Head to Frederick, Maryland to visit the Pumpkinland Festival at Summers Farm, featuring 45+ activities. Some unique attractions at the festival include pig races, candy cannons, fireworks, and a flashlight corn maze. You can also reserve a campfire site, perfect for enjoying a fall picnic and roasting s’mores! The festival runs September 23 – October 31.
Address: 5620 Butterfly Lane, Frederick, MD 21703
More information: http://summersfarm.com/things/