The Fall season is here! We don’t know about you, but we can smell the spiced apples and pumpkins already! No matter where you are in the eastern Iowa area, there are plenty of patches and orchards to stock up on farm-fresh apples and pumpkins. Depending on where you go, you can pick up renowned local fall specialties as well: pumpkin spice donuts, fresh apple cider, apple butter, and so much more! It’s a great seasonal way to spend time with loved ones and to get outside for some fresh air before the cool weather starts to set in. Hope to see you out there!
Burlington Area
Appleberry Orchard: All your favorite fall squash, ripe for the picking! In addition to an apple orchard and a petting zoo housed in their historic barn. Satisfy that sweet tooth with made-from-scratch pies, breads, and something they call the “Queens Apple.” Located at 2469 Highway 2, Donnellson, IA 52625
Harvestville Farms Moonlight Maze: 35 acres of pumpkins, squash and gourds all September and October! Corn mazes, wagon rides, and their own Pitchfork Cafe. Serving up delicious local pastries and dishes through the end of October. Don’t miss out! Located at 1977 Highway 2, Donnellson, IA 52625
Beckman Heritage Farm: Kick off the fall season with a family-friendly event featuring over 70 vendors, activities, and live music. Enjoy a corn maze, bounce pad, and barn tours on 380 acres of scenic beauty. Shop for pumpkins, gourds, mums, and unique fall décor to make your home or business festive. Don’t miss out on food trucks and more for a fun-filled autumn day! Located at 14572 N Prairie Grove Rd, Burlington, IA 52601
Cedar Rapids Area
Bart’s Farm and Pumpkin Patch: Corn mazes, petting barn, and gourds! Stop by this family-owned farm for a good old fall celebration. Located at 7307 Alburnett Road, Marion IA 52302
Bloomsbury Farm: If you think you’ve experienced all there is to experience at a pumpkin patch, then you haven’t been to Bloomsbury farms. Beginning September, their harvest festival features apple blasters, gemstone mining, beer gardens, pig races, barrel train rides, and, of course, pumpkin picking. Located at 3260 69th Street, Atkins, IA 52206
Big Apple Orchard: Come pick your favorite apple apples from the 20+ varieties grown at Big Apple Orchard. Take a break from city life in the scenic orchards and treat yourself to cozy fall baked goods and donuts. Located at 1117 US-30 W, Mount Vernon, IA 52314
Clinton Area
Indian Hills Orchard: Swing by for fresh apples, gourds, and other products sold from their apple barn. Check out their Facebook page to see which days have pick-yourself apple picking days. Located at 18405 Frog Pond Road, Fulton IL 61252
DeWitt Area
Pride of the Wapsi Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze: Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze Season begins September 21st! With something new to do everywhere you look, you’ll be able to make an entire day of it. Or, you can just stop by for some pumpkins and delicious treats. Either way, you’ll leave absolutely charmed by the Pride of Wapsi’s fall spirit. Located at 14600 305th Street, Long Grove IA 52756
Dubuque Area
Schuster’s Pumpkin Patch: Explore a 5-acre corn maze, enjoy wagon rides, and pick the perfect pumpkin at this family-owned farm! Here, everything is run by family, friends, and neighbors, creating an experience rich in community and tradition. Located at 7541 Schueller Heights Road, Dubuque IA 52003
Dittmar Farms and Orchard: Welcome to a local farm that has been family-owned and operated since 1854! The pumpkin patch, open on weekends from September to October, offers a variety of pumpkins ready for picking. The apple orchard, open from late August through October, serves up delicious apple cider donuts. Don’t miss out on the fall fun! Located at 256 S Grebner Road, Elizabeth IL 61028
Sherman’s Pumpkin Farm and Corn Maze: Sherman’s Pumpkin Farm, and Corn Maze has pumpkins, gourds, squash and Indian corn to suit your fall fancy. Located at 413 S Wayne Street, Manchester IA 52057
Czipar Apple Orchard: A family-owned orchard nestled in the heart of the tri-states, dedicated to providing you with the finest locally grown produce. Located at 8610 US-52, Dubuque, IA 52003
Iowa City Area
Wilson’s Orchard: For a more grown-up apple orchard experience, why not give Wilson’s Orchard a go? You have the option to pick your own produce, purchase pre-picked produce and other provisions at their Farm Market, experience delicious food and beverage offerings, and enjoy seasonal activities on the farm! Located at 4823 Dingleberry Rd NE, Iowa City IA 52240
Allen’s Orchard: Allen’s Orchard is a classic Apple orchard experience. Open 7 days a week, you don’t have to rework your schedule to get in on all the apple goodness. U-pick Apples, pre-picked apples, pears, concord grapes, pies, turnovers, crisps, fresh apple cider, and Allen’s famous donuts all available at Allen’s Store. Located at 5801 N 10th Street, Marion IA 52302
Sass Family Farm: With over 14 apple varieties and a wide variety of freshly picked produce, it’s hard to pass up the Sass Family Farm. After pumpkin picking, let the kids play on the playgroup while you peruse the antique market for the unique find. Located at 3060 160th Street, Riverside IA 52327
Muscatine Area
Colony Pumpkin Patch: Colony Pumpkin Patch is a “little country…in the city!” Their Pumpkin Patch Harvest is already in full swing! Including antique tractors, human hamster wheels, a 10-acre corn maze and so much more! Normal corn maze too easy for you? Try your navigational skills with Colony Pumpkin Patch’s Flashlight Maze Challenge. Located at 1150 Front Street, North Liberty IA 52317
Kroul Farms: A local favorite, Kroul farms has been providing families with fall decorations for over 20 years. Choose from all kinds of pumpkins, squash, and Indian corn to bring the spirit of fall into your home. Located at 245 Hwy 1 South, Mount Vernon IA 52314
Bass Farms: Discover fall fun for the whole family at Bass Farms Fall Festival! Pick the perfect pumpkin, snap family photos, and take a scenic hayrack ride. Get lost in their corn maze, bounce on the jump pad, and enjoy hours of fun in their huge games area. Afterward, treat yourself to seasonal delights like their famous apple butter and Snap O’ Lantern ice cream in a waffle cone from their specialty food store. Explore a wide selection of pumpkins, mums, gourds, mini hay bales, and more to complete your autumn experience. Located at 840 Bass Lane, Mount Vernon IA 52317
Quad Cities Area
Shady Knoll Farm: Shady Knoll Farm is a family-owned farm that focuses on healthy and clean produce. With over 90 varieties of pumpkins, gourds, and squash, you’ll have a hard time picking one to bring home. Come feed the goats and sheep and see all the other kinds of farm animals. Maybe you’ll see some of the baby calves that are due this fall! U-pick flowers will also be available until the frost hits, bringing home a bouquet of fresh flowers for someone special. Located at 3115 Dennhardt Road, East Moline IL 61244
Corn Crib Nursery: Known as the largest nursery in the Quad Cities, Corn Crib Nursery offers activities for the whole family! Whether you’re soaring down the Zip-Line, enjoying the tire swings, or sliding down a fire truck slide, there’s something for everyone. Meet the barnyard animals, hop on a hayride, or cheer on the duck races—every activity promises excitement! This September marks the 8th year of Cribfest 2024, where children and adults alike can join in the festivities and create lasting memories. Located at 6924 US-150, Coal Valley, IL 61240
Stone’s Apple Barn: There’s so much to discover, from four generations of over 55 apple varieties to fresh cider, caramel apples, candies, preserves, honey, and more! Embrace the fall season with a hayrack ride, and meet their friendly farm animals like alpacas, chickens, goats, and bunnies. Located at 16115 Hubbard Road, East Moline IL 61244
Buffalo Pumpkin Farm: A classic farm experience, Buffalo Pumpkin Farm. With pony rides, goat milking, a kid’s fun train, local food trucks on the weekends, and so much more, this is a wonderful QC favorite. Located at 1500 W Front Street, Buffalo, IA 52728
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