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Enjoy All Things Apple Across Our Campus!

September 13 & 14, 2025

Join us across the campus at Fair Oaks Farms as we showcase the versatility of the apple!

Take your pick of apple-centric entrees, desserts like apple donuts, and drinks like our apple cider slushie from all our locations at The Farmhouse, The Red Barn Milk Bar, and the Dairycatessen in the Gas Station.

Celebrate Applefest in Our Orchard

Continue celebrating all things apples with us at Applefest by visiting our Orchard and picking your own apples to take home with you! Orchard admission is $5 OR is included with your $25 Adventures admission.

 

Ride to the Orchard

It wouldn’t be a fall festivity without a wagon ride. Catch a ride to our Orchard on a tractor and wagon, or rent out a golf cart for your crew to go pick your own apples.

Frequently-Asked Questions

Where is the event located?
Applefest takes place all across the Fair Oaks Farms campus. Including the BP/Dairycatessen, the Red Barn Milk Bar, and The Farmhouse Restaurant.

Is there an admission charge?
Most food locations can be accessed without Admission. The Orchard Admission is $5.00 for guests 3 and up, 2 and under are free!

Is there a place to stay?
Yes! The Fairfield by Marriott at Fair Oaks Farms features a pool, water-slide, and fitness center – make your reservation today!

Are the activities kid-friendly?
Yes, all of the activities are kid-friendly, although some may need guardian assistance.

Is the Orchard wheelchair accessible?
Our complimentary wagon rides to and from the Orchard are wheelchair accessible. The Orchard paths are made of grass, dirt, and gravel so depending on the type of wheelchair and path conditions, the Orchard—in its entirety—may not be readily accessible by all wheelchairs. 

Will the event take place rain or shine?
Absolutely! In the event of severe weather, the Fair Oaks Farms food truck and the Orchard may be closed.

Where can I get more information?
For more information, please call 219-394-2025 or email [email protected]

Plan Your Applefest Visit at Fair Oaks Farms

Spend the entire weekend with us picking apples, seeing cows and pigs, and learning about modern day farming through our interactive exhibits. We also have a hotel on campus for your stay that includes an indoor pool with a water slide. Plan your visit with us today!

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