Things to do in Bucks County: 9 farms offering pumpkin-picking, hayrides and more fall fun
A trip to the pumpkin patch is the perfect opportunity to enjoy all the beauty fall has to offer. And Bucks County, with its changing color of leaves painted across a picturesque landscape, is a great place to make the most of this cherished autumn tradition.
Throughout October, several farms in the area offer pumpkin picking alongside other fall-inspired activities — from hayrides, bonfires and cider donuts to corn mazes, haunted attractions and live entertainment. There is certainly something for everyone.
So, grab your favorite flannel, throw on a pair of boots and head out to one of these local pumpkin patches for a fun day out with family and friends.
AGA Farms, Perkasie
Pick out the perfect pumpkin, then explore their two corn mazes or take a scenic 30-minute tractor-drawn wagon ride through AGA’s 100-acre farm and take in the crop fields, ponds and autumn leaves. Before heading out, be sure to check out their store for fall décor, as well as straw bales, corn shocks, local honey and alpaca outer wear.
Want to make a day of it? This family-owned farm is home to The Preserve, a 60-acre disc golf course with challenges for every skill level. The disc golf course, pumpkin patch, hayride and corn mazes are open daily from 9am-6pm.
Go: AGA is located at 1333 Elephant Road in Perkasie; 215-795-0660; agafarms.com
Froehlich’s Farm & Garden Center, Furlong
Froehlich’s annual Fall Festival runs every weekend in October with lots of activities for families and friends. For $15, general admission allows access to the festival grounds where you can enjoy bonfires, food, local beer and wine and live music.
To enjoy even more of the fun, upgrade to an $25 activity admission ticket for hayrides, corn maze, inflatables, pumpkin bowling and more.
Tickets are available online. Check their schedule for the full lineup of music and vendors.
Go: Froehlich’s Farm is located at 3143 York Road in Furlong; 215-794-8733; facebook.com/froehlichsfarm
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Hellerick’s Family Farm, Plumsteadville
Enjoy a day of outdoor fun at Hellerick’s Fall Festival open daily through Nov. 7. Admission includes access to their pumpkin fields, hayrides, corn maze, farm animals, giant corn shute slides, tractor tire playground and more than 40 kid-friendly activities.
Looking for even more fun? For an additional fee, check out Hellerick’s Aerial Adventure Park, U-Pick Crops, Rubber Duck Race, Potato Sling Shot, Farm Obstacle course, Silo Climbing Wall, Goat Yoga or Goat Experience.
Reservations are strongly encouraged and can be booked online with tickets starting at $14.99 a person. Packages are available for those looking to save on multiple activities.
Go: Hellerick’s is located at 5500 N. Easton Road in Plumsteadville; 215-766-8388; hellericksfarm.com
None Such Farm & Market, Furlong
None Such offers pumpkin picking and wagon rides through the farm every weekend through Oct. 29. They also have cornstalks, hay bales, gourds, ornamental corn and winter squash for sale. After you’re done picking out the perfect pumpkin, take a drive across the street to their market for fresh meats, produce, baked goods, deli sandwiches and prepared meals.
Wagon rides are $3.50 a person and kids under two are free.
Go: None Such is located at 4458 York Road in Furlong; 215-794-5201; nonesuchfarm.com
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Shady Brook Farm, Yardley
Fall Fest at Shady Brook Farm offers a ton of autumn activities for all ages both day and night. Enjoy pumpkin picking, wagon rides, bonfires, food, drinks and live music. Keep the kids busy with more than 25 activities, including the 5-acre corn maze, an obstacle course, inflatables, cow train, barnyard animals and sports zone.
At night, take a wagon ride through Eerie Illuminations, Shady Brook’s family-friendly Halloween light show or check out their new Fall Fest Drone Show. And for those looking for more of a fright, the Barn of Horror and Alien Invasion are also up and running.
Ticket prices vary depending on date and time, but you can save by purchasing them in advance online.
Go: Shady Brook Farm is located at 931 Stony Hill Road in Yardley; 215-968-1670; shadybrookfarm.com
Snipes Farm & Education Center, Morrisville
The Snipes Farm Fall Festival runs every weekend in October where you can pick your own pumpkins, take a horse-drawn wagon ride, and wander through the Land of Scarecrows. There is plenty of fun for all ages, from getting lost in the hay bale maze and walking the meadow path to climbing the giant hay bale pyramid and meeting the farm animals. Also, visit the Cider Barn for some cider and cider donuts or take a walk through the Ol’ Time Farm Museum.
Tickets are available on-site or online for $10 person and children under 2 are free.
Go: Snipe is located at 890 W. Bridge St. in Morrisville; 215-295-1138; snipesfarm.org
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Styer Orchard, Langhorne
Take a free hayride out to their orchards for apple and pumpkin picking. Then stop in their market for pies, donuts and other baked goods, and while you’re there, grab some breakfast or lunch. If you’re feeling particularly adventurous, try the Cider Donut Sandwich, made with egg, your choice of meat and cheese on an apple cider donut.
Go: Styer Orchard is located at 97 Styers Lane in Langhorne; 215-702-9633; styerorchard.com
Trauger’s Farm Market, Kintnersville
Celebrate the Fall season at Trauger’s October Festival for horse drawn wagon rides, a rotating schedule of food vendors, like Cousin’s Maine Lobster and Bonjour Creperie, and special guests, including Chippy the Clown and Peaceable Kingdom Petting Zoo.
Also, be sure to check out the farm market for fall decor, flowers, fresh produce, baked goods, popcorn and more.
Go: Trauger’s is located at 370 Island Road in Kintnersville; 610-847-5702; traugersfarm.com
Winding Brook Farm, Warrington
Winding Brook’s pumpkin patch is open throughout the week, but for added fun, bring the family out Saturday or Sunday for hayrides, corn maze and hay bale maze. Check online for their schedule of entertainment each weekend in October.
For those looking for more of a thrill, venture over Friday or Saturday night for their haunted attractions — Night Chills Haunted Hayride, The Haunted Hay Maze and The Corn Walk of Horror.
Tickets for the hayride, mazes and haunted attractions can only be purchased at the farm.
Go: Winding Brook is located at 3014 Bristol Road in Warrington; 215-343-8880; windingbrookfarm.com
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This article originally appeared on Bucks County Courier Times: Check out these Bucks County, PA farms for fall fun, pumpkin picking
