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Sept 19 – Nov 1, 2026 · Saturdays & Sundays, 10am–6pm
Fall & Pumpkin Festival in the Shenandoah Valley
Every Saturday and Sunday through November 1 in Crimora, Virginia. Five acres of u-pick pumpkins, a corn maze cut for America's 250th, hayrides, a 150ft mega slide and 25+ activities, all included in one ticket. Twenty five minutes from Staunton, thirty five from Harrisonburg.
One ticket, everything included
What's Included
Admission covers all 25+ activities. The only extras are the apple cannon, animal feed cups, u-pick pumpkins by the pound and anything from the farm market.
25+ Farm Activities
Mega slide, jump pillow, barrel train, hay wagon rides, corn pit, giant games and more.
All Activities
Barnyard Animals
Farm animals to pet and feed. Feed cups sold at the store.
10+ Photo Ops
Photo spots across the farm, built for the family fall picture.
2026 Special Events
Every special weekend is included with regular admission unless it says otherwise. Check Facebook the morning of for weather calls.
Meet and Greet with Moana
Photo ops, stories and island fun. Included with admission.
Meet and Greet with Spider-man
Photos and fun with Spider-man. Included with admission.
Homeschool Field Trip Day
A hands-on weekday of learning, exploring and farm fun. Field trips.
Magic on the Farm
A live magician and Ariana on stilts, included with regular admission.
Pumpkin Succulent Workshop
Build your own centerpiece, Friday evening. Separate ticket.
First Responder Weekend
We celebrate police, fire and EMS with special activities and appreciation.
Columbus Day on the Farm
No school? A weekday of pumpkin picking, hayrides and the maze.
Trunk-or-Treat on the Farm
Costumes, contests and treats to close out the season.
Tickets
Tickets & Pricing
Online is cheaper and faster at the gate. Sales tax is included in every ticket.
General Admission
$16Online, plus fees. $18 at the gate. Every activity included.
Discounted Admission
$14Seniors, teachers, military, first responders (police, fire and EMS) and healthcare workers with valid ID.
Fall Season Pass
$28Plus fees. Every Saturday and Sunday of the season. Pays for itself on the second visit.
Kids 3 & Under
FreeStrollers and wagons welcome anywhere on the farm.
Pumpkins are $0.59 a pound or $50 a wagon, paid at the barn. Tickets are non-refundable and valid only for the 2026 Fall Festival. Full ticket details.
New for 2026
A Mega Slide and a Real Kitchen
The 150ft mega slide is the longest ride we have ever built. The new kitchen means hot food comes out faster and stays hot.
Hamburgers, hot dogs, french fries, pretzels and nachos, plus fresh lemonade, apple cider slushies, seasonal milkshakes, ice cream and donuts. Outside food and coolers are welcome too, and there are picnic tables across the farm.
Halloween on the Farm
October on the farm
Halloween Weekends in the Shenandoah Valley
A family Halloween, not a haunted one. No actors and no jump scares, just pumpkins to pick, a corn maze to get lost in, and two Glow Nights when the farm stays open after dark. Every October weekend through November 1.
Trunk-or-Treat, October 31
Costumes, contests and treats on Halloween itself, the last day of the season.
Plan your visit
Getting Here from Staunton, Harrisonburg & Charlottesville
The closest full fall festival for Staunton, Waynesboro and Harrisonburg, and an easy day trip from Charlottesville and Richmond. 2513 Rockfish Road, Crimora, VA 24431, between Waynesboro and Weyers Cave. From I-81 take Exit 235 at Weyers Cave or Exit 227 at Verona. From Charlottesville, I-64 West to US-340 North. Free self-park. Drive times are approximate.
- Waynesboro15 min
- Staunton25 min
- Harrisonburg35 min
- Charlottesville50 min
- Richmond1 hr 50 min
- Washington DC2 hr 20 min
- Hours. Saturdays and Sundays 10am to 6pm through November 1. Weekdays are field trips and barn rentals by reservation.
- Dogs. Leashed, well-behaved dogs are welcome. Keep them clear of the animal barn.
- Restrooms. ADA accessible indoor restrooms.
- Payment. Cash, all major cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay. No checks or Cash App.
- Weather. We post the open or closed call on Facebook each morning. Tickets are non-refundable.
- Busiest weekends. October 10–11 and 17–18. Come early those days.
Field Trips, Parties & Groups
School Field Trips
$12 per student and chaperone, teachers free. Weekdays 9 to 2 with a hayride, a pumpkin lesson, 25+ activity stations and a mini pumpkin for every student.
Field Trip DetailsThe Event Barn
$250 for four hours with all-day admission for 20 guests, extra guests $5. Bring your own food or have pizza delivered. No alcohol.
Book the BarnVendors & the Farm Store
Local makers on festival weekends (apply here), and grass-fed beef, pork, lamb, chicken and eggs from our own farm in the store. Private photo sessions in the zinnia field are $20 an hour.
Farm StoreFall Festival Questions
When is the fall festival?
Every Saturday and Sunday from September 19 through November 1, 2026, 10am to 6pm. Weekdays are reserved for booked field trips and event barn rentals.
How much are tickets?
$16 online plus fees, $18 at the gate. $14 with valid ID for seniors, teachers, military, first responders (police, fire and EMS) and healthcare workers. Kids 3 and under are free. A $28 season pass covers every weekend.
Is everything included?
Yes. All 25+ activities, the corn maze, hayrides and the slides are included. Only the apple cannon, animal feed cups, pumpkins by the pound and farm market purchases cost extra. Sales tax is included in your ticket.
Can we bring our own food?
Yes. Outside food and coolers are welcome, and there are picnic tables across the farm. The kitchen is open if you would rather not pack.
Can we bring the dog?
Leashed, well-behaved dogs are welcome. Keep them clear of the animal barn and clean up after them.
What if it rains?
We decide open or closed each morning based on conditions and post it on Facebook first. Tickets are non-refundable and valid only for the 2026 Fall Festival. Attractions may close without notice in bad weather.
Will the pumpkins be ready?
Pumpkins are a crop, so ripening depends on the weather. Every activity runs regardless. Follow us on Facebook for field updates.
Do you take photos at the farm?
Yes. By entering the farm you agree that your photo or video may be used in our advertising and social media.
We are open more than one season
Our Other Festivals
Fall is the big one, but the farm runs three more. Easter Festival in spring, the Tulip Festival in April with more than 100,000 tulips, and the Sunflower Festival in early September. Meet the family behind all of it.
Come Make a Fall Memory
Open Saturdays and Sundays through November 1. $16 online, kids 3 and under free, and every activity included.
