There are lots of "pick your own" pumpkin farms in the DC Metro area. Some have autumn "fairs"…read morewith rides and all kinds of attractions, and others are basic, traditional spots where you can enjoy a bit of sunshine and a wander in the pumpkin patch. Y Worry Farm is definitely the second group. We went on a beautiful October day with our 3-year-old, and it was less than 30 minutes from downtown DC. We loved it: beautiful pumpkin patch, lots of folks but didn't feel crowded, a fun corn maze, and a real "farm stand" feel to it. Definitely recommended for folks with little kids who don't want the craziness of some other spots. No admission fee (for some other places this can be $25 per person!), so you don't feel like you need to stay for hours and hours, and everything was reasonably priced. Great family fun.

The Pumpkin Patch at Y Worry Farm offers a pumpkin patch, corn maze l, and an opportunity to view…read moregoats and roosters up close. There are straw hay bales, pumpkins, and corn stalks for sale. This was my first time visiting a pumpkin patch and a corn maze. The staff are friendly, providing excellent customer service. I am looking forward to visiting Y Worry Farm in the near future.

Stopped by on a Sunday afternoon to find the farm was closed, but we were still able to purchase…read moreeggs and ground beef. The eggs were about $8.50 per dozen, and the ground beef cost a little over $12 per pound. While the eggs were great, the ground beef had a very strong, gamey flavor and smell that we didn't enjoy--disappointing, especially given the price.

My family visited Hidden Gems Farm during the Fall to get pumpkins. This is a cute small pumpkin…read morepatch, with very friendly staff, who even wheeled our pumpkins down the hill to put them in our trunk. It was only $1 per person to enter, which you can't beat. We will definitely be back next year.

Wild Kid Acres is a wonderful place! The staff is incredibly friendly and welcoming, and the…read morevariety of animals made the visit exciting. Such a fun and memorable experience for my 2 1/2 year old grandson --highly recommend!

A 45-minute drive from Washington, D.C., Wild Kid Acres is a petting farm along the water in rural…read moreMaryland where kids can come close to farm animals for enjoyment, therapy and exercise. Opened during the pandemic after the owners returned from Cameroon, Wild Kid Acres is a 5-acre farm of rescue animals. When you arrive, you feel like you're driving into someone's private driveway. Don't fret. Follow the "Wild Kid Acre" sign to park and the owner will greet you like a member of his family. The front area has a Little Free Library, a small playground with a slide and a climbing wall and an area with picnic tables and small farm animals like goats and chickens. Once you get your fill of love from the goats and chickens, the owner will guide you to the other animals- two pigs, a horse, a mini horse and cows. They ask that you don't pet them on the head and some are very nervous being rescue animals. Other than that, they are very friendly and love being around children. People can book an hour appointment online and it cost $15 per adult and $10 per child. Wild Kid Acres also hosts therapy sessions and goat yoga. With plenty of outdoor space to spread out, it's the perfect pandemic activity. If you need food, drive ten minutes into downtown Edgewater or further north to Annapolis.

Homestead Farms is the kind of place that reminds you why a little fresh air and wide-open acreage…read morecan work wonders. The property goes on and on--plenty of room for kids to run, adults to exhale, and everyone to claim their perfect apple-picking spot without bumping elbows. The apple selection is top-tier: crisp, plentiful, and varied enough to make you rethink your recipes. Whether you're team Honeycrisp, Stayman, Fuji, or "I just want the prettiest one," they've got you covered. It's an excellent family outing--easy parking, nice country store organized staff, scenic views, and cute working farm charm. A Maryland must worth returning to every fall.

My boyfriend and I went on a blackberry picking date here, and we had a blast! We loved that there…read morewas NO line. It was $4 for admission, $1 for a picking bucket, and you pay per pound for your produce. Unfortunately in July, they didn't have any more peaches, but still had plenty of blackberries. To be honest, the blackberries were very sour, but I made them into a pie so it was delicious in pie form! We walked around and saw the animals on the farm, and wandered around the market where they had a ton of seasonal produce available for sale.

We are here ALL the time for the farmers market which is 2x a month, both times with different…read morevendors so its always new people each month. Example: plants, clothing, hummus, drink mix in, crafts, candles, usually a hot dog or food truck but that's hit or miss lately. Vendors themselves - I come here to get my daughters cupcakes or cookie whatever she picked out that day. Bows, snacks, soaps, candles, and sustainable items. Generally I always walk away with something. Usually 20 vendors or more and the list of vendors is posted on FB so I follow their page to check on when my favorites are there. Parking- is easy even with a full lot, its on their property with almost no need for walking. Very close. Accessibility- okay for stroller that have bigger tires, maybe less for umbrella strollers. It's all grass so wheelchairs may be hit or miss depending on arm strength. Bathrooms - Portapottys are available. Only negative is as a bunny mom I didn't love they had bunnies out on display for the kids and didn't have a cooling bottle (frozen bottle of ice) to keep the bunnies cool. This is not uncommon especially for a farm. I gave them a cold bottle I had. Afterwards I never saw the bunny out since I'd been back so perhaps they took heed? Either way this is a great market and a consistent family outing. Highly recommend to anyone.

They are off to a good start!!! Cute hand crafted gifts and food options. I feel over time they…read morewill have more local folks coming out to show off their craft skills. It's a great start to giving back and assisting the local community. Dog friendly and plenty of parking.

ENTRY FEE THEN EVERYTHING FREE!…read more Such a great time! Lots of things for kids of all ages to do and experience (mostly little kids around 11 and under). But even as adults we had an enjoyable experience. SLIDES Lots of fun slides and unlike other places - you don't have to pay each time to ride them! APPLES So many free apples and apple juice! Bring a jar of peanut butter and you've just fed your entire family! FRIENDLY STAFF These are the nicest kids around. Everyone is joyful and in the spirit of the season! Have fun!

The animals seem unhappy. This is supposed to be family friendly environment. But the new ownership…read moreis perverted. In many ways, you could visit and see for yourself. Some of the ways that this is run, just raises eyebrows. Also, their playground equipment is falling apart, I literally saw a screw fall off a piece of equipment. And some kid was shouting. They finally fixed it. But it was in fact, still broken.

Ventured here today looking for some fresh fruits and vegetables…read more Was happy with the selection for today. Picked up some yummy fruits and veggies. Was excited to see seeded watermelons and seeded grapes! We also grabbed some jelly's and apple butter. The Apple Butter took me back to Sunday mornings breakfast at Grandmas. The bakery side had a variety of yummy treats from doughnuts, pies, cookies and cakes. Definitely grabbed a few for later. The Apple Pie ice cream my hunnie ordered was delicious. Tasted just like Apple Pie. Looking forward to our next adventure here already.

I visited the nursery section only and the variety was impressive. I found most of what I was…read morelooking for which was a win. However the service was very hit or miss. The woman who checked us out was an absolute delight, warm, funny, and exactly what you hope for at a local farm stand. Unfortunately my experience in the herb section was the opposite. When I asked about strawberry plants and was told they didn't have any, I mentioned I was a first time gardener and asked if she could recommend something beginner friendly. Her response was essentially "just pick something, all you have to do is water them." When I explained again that I was new and looking for guidance, she told me she couldn't help me. As a first time gardener trying to learn, that kind of dismissiveness was discouraging. If it weren't for the lovely woman at checkout, I likely wouldn't return. I ended up going to Ed's Plant World in Brandywine where the staff were warm, welcoming, and genuinely helpful to a beginner. The difference was night and day. That said, I'm giving 4 stars because the place is really awesome in terms of selection and variety. The woman in the herb section may have just been having a bad day. It's absolutely worth checking out.

Butler's is our family favorite. It is only about a 35 minutes drive from DC and you are out in…read morethe "farm". Great family fun to bring the kids. Over the years, we've done apple, strawberry, and blueberry picking here, but the fall pumpkin festival is the best. There are tons of activities for the little ones - hayrides, a corn maze, farm animals, and more. Tubby's BBQ is on-site if you need lunch. The line can be long, but it moves quickly. It is on the pricier side, but well worth it. The farm is beautiful, the experience is fun, and it's a wonderful way to get the kids outdoors.

My friends and I had a beautiful triple date during their fair. This place is great for dates,…read morefamilies, friends, and has lots of fun activities for kids. Although the Apple selections were few, we did gather some pink lady apples, which were a huge hit! Sadly, the Gala apples were not doing well this season so we didn't get to pick any of those. They have a great place to order some fresh cider and yummy apple cider donuts. Food is also sold there and I heard that it's delicious. Note that the entry fee does not cover your cost to pick apples so prepare to spend around $60 total. Overall, this place was great and I cannot wait to return!