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 28, 2024, through October 27, 2024, 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 7 to October 11, making it a great place to visit during school vacation.
Where is The Apple Works located?
The Apple Works is located at 8157 S 250 W, Trafalgar, IN 46181, in southern Johnson County. It offers a peaceful countryside atmosphere with ponds and wooded areas, making it an ideal escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life.
What are The Apple Works hours?
The country store and grounds are open every day:
- Monday-Saturday: 9 AM to 6 PM
- Sunday: 10 AM to 6 PM
Fall Festival weekends run from September 28, 2024, through October 27, 2024, and activities are also available during fall break from October 7-11.
Fall Festival 2024 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
- Live music
- Train rides on the Apple Express
- Petting zoo
- Face painting
- Wagon rides
- Food trucks with a variety of delicious options
- Pumpkin patch
- Kids play area
- Pony rides
Additionally, don’t miss the Highlander Festival on October 5 and 6, 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.
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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