The Apple Works is a family-run apple orchard and pumpkin patch in Trafalgar, Indiana. Open seven days a week from April through December, it’s the perfect place for a fun day out, especially during the fall. Every weekend from September 27, 2025, through October 25, 2025, The Apple Works will host its Fall Festival weekends, with a variety of activities for all ages. Plus, fall break activities will be open from October 13 to October 17, making it a great place to visit during school vacation.
Where is The Apple Works located?
8157 S 250 W, Trafalgar, IN 46181 (southern Johnson County). The farm’s ponds, wooded trails, and treehouse make for an easy countryside escape.
2025 Hours
The country store and grounds are open every day:
- Tue–Sat: 10:00 am–5:00 pm
- Sun: 11:00 am–4:00 pm
Note: Some attractions operate weekends-only. All fall activities will be open during Fall Break, Oct 13–17.
Fall Festival 2025 at The Apple Works
During the Fall Festival weekends, there’s plenty to keep the whole family entertained. Some of the featured activities include:
- Apple Alley (pre-bagged apples—no U-pick)
- Live music (most Sat/Sun)
- Train rides on the Apple Express
- Petting zoo (feed available in the retail barn)
- Face painting
- Wagon rides
- Food trucks & apple treats (apple cider slushies, apple dumplings, ice cream & more)
- Pumpkin patch
- Kids play areas (grain bin basketball, ducky race, corn crib pit, hay bale mountain, slide barn, bamboo maze)
- Artisan market
- Hiking trails & treehouse
Additionally, don’t miss the Highlander Festival on October 4 and 5, which will feature a vendor fair with over 30 local artisans selling unique crafts and products. It’s a great opportunity to support local artists and find some one-of-a-kind items.
Fall Festival Pricing (2025)
- Parking: $5/car on festival days only
- General admission: $2 per person (includes wagon rides, live music, petting zoo, tree house, nature trails, slide barn, bamboo maze & more)
- Kids wristband: $5 (includes general admission plus kids play area & train rides)
- Pony rides: $5 each (pay at the pony area)
- Face painting: $5 and up (pay at the booth)
- Animal feed: Available for purchase in the retail barnPumpkins, apples, and other market items priced individually.
Family Fun at The Apple Works
Petting Zoo
Open from Memorial Day through the end of October, the petting zoo is a highlight for visitors. You’ll get to see and interact with goats, chickens, peafowl, turkeys, a friendly donkey, and alpacas
Super Slide, Rope Barn, Zip Line
The farm-themed playground is a hit with kids, offering a variety of activities like a giant slide, rope barn, and zip line.
The Apple Express, Pony Rides, and Wagon Rides
From late September through the end of October, the Apple Works offers extra fall-themed activities. Take a ride on the Apple Express train to the pumpkin patch, enjoy a pony ride, or hop on a wagon ride with the family.
Farm Market
The farm market at The Apple Works changes with the seasons, offering the freshest local produce. In early summer, expect strawberries, tomatoes, and asparagus. By July, you’ll find blackberries and blueberries, followed by sweet corn and melons in August.
As fall approaches, the spotlight turns to apples, with over 60 varieties available, starting with Honey Crisp and Jonamac around Labor Day. You’ll also find classic favorites like Red and Yellow Delicious, and newer varieties like JonaGold, Fuji, and Pink Lady. In addition to apples, the market offers pumpkins, mums, winter squash, and gourds as the season progresses.
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