Fall at Donaldson Farms is a festive and fun time of year with numerous things to do for you and your family or group.
2019 Fall Harvest Weekends begin Saturday, September 28th and continue every Saturday and Sunday through October 27th for all your favorite fall activities PLUS apple picking, pony rides, hayrides, freshly-grilled foods and more.
Farm Market Hours: Monday through Thursday 9am – 7pm, Friday and Saturday, 8am – 7pm and Sundays 9am – 5pm
Fall Harvest Weekend Activity Hours – Saturdays & Sundays: 10am – 5pm. All hours are weather dependent.
Pick-Your-Own Pumpkins & Indian Corn
On weekdays, you are welcome to grab a wheelbarrow and walk to our fields to pick your own Pumpkins, Gourds and Indian Corn. On weekends and Columbus Day, you can take a Hayride to the Pumpkin Patch from approximately 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
HOURS: Daily – up to an hour before closing [see current hours]
Hayrides to the Pumpkin Patch and Apple Orchard – Saturdays and Sundays in October 10am – 5pm
LEARN MORE:
PYO Pumpkins & Indian Corn Info
Crop Condition Update
Pick-Your-Own Apples
Pick your own apples from the orchard! Apple picking is typically available mid-September through mid-November! Enjoy healthy and delicious apples that are locally-grown.
Hayrides to the Apple Orchard – Saturdays and Sundays in October 10am – 5pm
LEARN MORE:
PYO Apples Info
Crop Condition Update
Corn Cannon
Ready, set, shoot! Who’s the best shot in your family? Try your aim! $5 for 5 shots
Available October weekends and Columbus Day approximately 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (closed for the season)
Corn Maze
9-acres of fun that the kids will love!
Our 2019 maze is “A Season of Support: PBA 369.” We are also pleased to share that $1 from every corn maze ticket purchased this season will benefit Hackettstown – Mansfield P.B.A, Local 369’s Shop with a Cop program!
CORN MAZE PRICES: $9/pp | Children 4 years and under FREE
CORN MAZE HOURS:
Monday through Thursday 9am – 6pm
Friday and Saturday 8am – 6pm
Sundays 9am – 4pm
Hayrides
Enjoy the exceptional views that fall offers while visiting Donaldson Farms. Don’t forget your camera for a scenic ride at the farm! *Horse drawn wagons are not offered every weekend. Tractor driven hayrides are available every Saturday and Sunday while in season.
Hayrides to our pumpkin and apple fields:
Weekends and Columbus Day approx. 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Scenic Hayrides:
Weekends in October and Columbus Day approx. 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Raspberries
Pick your own raspberries, typically available through the end of September, or browse our Farm Market for pre-picked berries, other farm-grown produce, and more! Strawberries will begin in late May/early June 2020.
HOURS: Daily – up to a half hour before closing [see current hours]
LEARN MORE:
PYO Berries Info
Berry Crop Conditions Update
Duck Races
Try your hand at old-fashioned pumps and see if you can get your duck to the finish line first.
Available daily – closed for the winter season
Farm Animals
Visit our friendly farm animals including chickens and our new baby goats, Luke Skywalker and Princess Leia!
Available daily – closed for the winter season
Pony Rides
Bring the kids to the farm to take a ride on Sunny – and don’t forget your camera!
Available weekends in June, October and Columbus Day approximately 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. (weather permitting)
$5 per Pony Ride
