Top locations for autumn festivities
October 9, 2015
By Sarah Brookbank
For those looking to get into the full swing of the fall season, here is a list of the top choices for pumpkin picking and other fun fall activities in the area.
Evan’s Orchard & Cider Mill
180 Stone Road
Georgetown, Ky
Evan’s Orchard is the place to go for pumpkin and apple picking. They have a wide variety of fruits and vegetables, a gift show and play areas. They even make their own cider!
Bi-Water Farm
877 Cincinnati Road
Georgetown, Ky
http://biwaterfarm.com/fall/
Petting zoos, corn mazes and hayrides galore! Bi-Water Farm sells jams and jellies, fudge and baked goods in their market.
Devine’s Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch
623 Talmage-Mayo Road
Harrodsburg, Ky
http://www.devinescornmaze.com/
Devine’s calling card is their corn maze, but their pumpkin patch and market are also open. Their farm even has zip-lines where you can race your friends. Devine’s also turns their corn maze into a ‘field of terror’ on Halloween weekend.
Botanica
6327 Old Richmond Road
Lexington, Ky
http://www.botanicaky.com/Pumpkin-Patch-Lexington-KY.html
Botanica is another pumpkin patch and corn maze duo. Their market has pumpkins, corn, mums and fall decorations. They also offer a petting zoo and you could win UK basketball tickets while going through the corn maze!
Happy Jack’s Pumpkin Farm
966 Hickman Hill Rd
Frankfort, Ky
https://www.facebook.com/Happy-Jacks-Pumpkin-Farm-121260991222702/timeline/
Happy Jack’s Pumpkin Farm is a classic place to get your pumpkin picking on. They offer a pumpkin patch and hayrides and are are nestled in the hills of Frankfort near Elkhorn Creek.
Lexington Farmer’s Market
Locations Vary
Lexington, Ky
While the Farmer’s Market isn’t your standard pumpkin patch, with their variety of vendors, finding pumpkins, apple cider and fall fruits won’t be hard.