There was "a lot to do," but for me, the "staples" of a fall festival were missing... no corn pit,…read moreno barrel train for the kids, no hay ride, and no big stacks of hay bails to climb on. Nothing to bounce on. Pony rides are $10 each which seems a bit much. I like that there were big slides, there was a cute obstacle course and mini maze, and some other random things like tug of war and tetherball. For the age ranges of my kids (2-8), it felt meh compared to some other places I've been more in the Hampton roads area. We don't do the large corn mazes l due too the kids ages, they just get bored, so my suggestion would be to have a separate cost for corn maze. For reference, wood ridge farm brewery has a sand-filled playground, corn maze and a petting zoo for a bit cheaper... they do have a train, hay ride, and bounce house, but it all costs extra. I guess you can't have it all.

This was such a fun place to visit with kids! We visited in mid-October and it checked all the fall…read morefestival boxes. It's a vibe for sure and well worth the price of admission. They had it all, from apple cider (cold and hot!), apple cider donuts, ice cream, and fresh squeezed lemonade to a pumpkin patch and oodles of kids activities (slides, hill rolling, corn pits, apple sling shot, corn cannons, an epic corn maze, farm animals, pony rides and more). Need a pumpkin? Pick one in their patch! If you're looking for an idyllic fall festival, look no further but be warned that your kids won't want to leave! It is also dog friendly and we never had a long wait for a bathroom or any of the activities. At night they have movies and fire pits with s'mores kits.

In the fall, Carter's Mountain is packed with folks buying pumpkins, apple cider, apple cider…read moredonuts, cider, and wine. On a quiet week day in the spring, we were able to enjoy the steep drive up the mountain and the views that greeted us without lots of people and cars coming and going. You can still buy the cider, donuts, ice cream, and more. You also can relax and shop their very cute country store, which sells locally made jams, syrups, mixes, and other foods. They also have lovely dish towels and many other such gift items. We recommend going both in the fall to be part of the festivities as well as in the spring and summer.

During our recent visit to Carter Mountain Orchard we skipped the apple‑picking portion, but the…read moreexperience was still well worth the trip. Views From the orchard's main patio, the panorama stretches across rolling hills, doted farms, and nearby towns. It was perfect fall view. Food The freshly baked donuts are a standout--light, fluffy, and lightly glazed with just enough sweetness to satisfy without overwhelming. The accompanying cookies are similarly delightful: crisp on the edges, chewy in the center, and speckled with bits of chocolate or oatmeal that ad texture. Both items are perfectly paired with a cup of hot cider. While the apple‑picking experience is a highlight for many, the combination of panoramic vistas, fresh donuts, and comforting cookies makes it a worthwhile destination even for those who prefer to stay on the ground. It's an ideal spot for a casual outing, a quick photo session, or a sweet snack break amid beautiful surroundings.

What a find. We live just six miles from this place and never knew it existed. So what a surprise…read moreto discover this charming fake town, great maze, and lots of other things to do. And the proceeds go to a very good cause..

From the owner: Twizted Escape Room is part of Creative Works Farm, a non-profit organization that operates Camp…read moreLIGHT. All proceeds from the Twizted Escape Room directly benefit Camp LIGHT and the children with special needs and at risk youth that attend.

I went to buy some plants yesterday and I found myself in the little shop looking at the turtle…read morefigure plant pot hangers (Pigs, Turtles, Bears). I thought it was adorable and purchased it with excitement. I got home, put it on my planter I just purchased from them and it fell and broke into pieces (Highly Fragile). I took it back the next day with the receipt and the customer service representative said when it left their place, it was in good condition and would not even listen to me. For Christians and as a customer service representative, this is not the way to handle things. I am a local and have been to Crowders several times and I've never had this experience with them before. Buy your pot hangers off Amazon. It is safer.

Awesome business for locally grown plants. Tons of vegetables, herbs and flowers. Probably some of…read morethe most beautiful flower baskets I have seen in a long time for unbelievable prices. All the plants were extremely healthy too! We spoke with several employees and they were helpful and professional! I highly recommend Crowder Farms!

Outdoor fun for the family…read more Layman Family Farm is the go-to place for fall festivities with the kiddies. A working farm, they really put together quite the fun time for the littles and mom and dad will have a great time too. From corn mazes to hayrides and everything in between, there is something for all the kids to do. You can get food and farmstand items as well. It is a great way to spend a few fun filled hours with the kids and make some memories. Plenty of parking is available. The place gets busy but never that crowded due to the sheer size. Go! Have some fun.

Went for the fall festivities and Layman was great. Food trucks and cold beer. Nice afternoon…read morepeople watching and walking around.

We spent a gorgeous September afternoon at Chiles Peach Orchard, and it turned out to be a perfect…read moreday for apple picking. The staff greeted us with warm smiles and helpful tips, making the experience feel welcoming from the start. Their marketplace has a wide selection of apple varieties, most of them are ready for sampling. While wandering the rows, we stumbled upon a few new favorites--crisp, sweet, and just the right amount of tart. If you're looking for a family‑friendly outing with fresh fruit, friendly faces, and plenty of tasty discoveries, Chiles Peach Orchard is a must‑visit. Notes: This maybe not in their control - lantern flies were everywhere, they don't bite, but they are invasive bugs, be careful not to get hitchhikers. Also, they sometimes add an admission fee on specific picking days, so check their website beforehand to avoid surprises.

As summer was ending, we decided to stop by Chile's Peach Orchard…read more We were excited to try the peach soft serve and peach donuts. The soft serve was pretty good. It had some peach flavor, but honestly, nothing out of the ordinary. I was told the peach donuts were just all right, not as standout as others (apple cider donuts). What did stand out was the peach Bellini, which was really good, especially because it was such a hot day. We wanted to check out the peach orchard, but unfortunately, they had sold out for the day, so we weren't allowed to go. It was probably around two or three in the afternoon, so we were surprised they had shut down so early. We did enjoy the views and live music, which was really cool. Definitely check out their weekly events!

We were on our way to a youth baseball game and passed by this adorable Urban Farm and couldn't…read moreresist stopping in. This place is filled with beautiful photo opportunities, amazing varieties of pumpkins and squash, bins of fresh apples of at least a dozen varieties, super friendly staff, and even a fun craft goods and clothing store tucked in the middle. There's fresh cider, apple butter, delicious fresh apple donuts, and lots of traditional fall goodies displayed in postcard-perfect scenes. We saw lots of families with adorable wagons with kids, holding their treasured pumpkins or produce of choice...just a perfect easy stop for fall fun and stunning colors, worth a trip for sure!

My husband and I came here during the fall, and absolutely loved the ambiance, service, options -…read moreeverything about it! We picked out multiple pumpkins - some for decor, some for painting. They were perfect - we picked out both orange and white ones. There are also tons of foods and drink options - donuts, popcorn, apple cider, etc. The donuts were delicious! This is a farm we will absolutely return to in general, but also particularly during the fall :)

We brought the grandsons in October 2023 and now October 2025, and both times we had a blast…read more A nice little family run place that has a bunch of little things to keep the kiddos running around for a full hour, maybe a hour & 1/2. The pumpkins are decently priced but when you consider there is ZERO entrance fee - it makes very reasonable. There a bunch of little areas and fall signage that you can take your next fall pictures and post on social media. I absolutely recommend you bring your littles here and have a great time.

Stumbled across this location looking for something to do in the area. It's a small farm but they…read moreoffered a fairly large selection of pumpkins, squash and corn. They also have a few games for small kids as well as tractor rides. The pumpkins seemed reasonably priced and the staff was amazing. They are closed for the season but i would highly suggest checking them out next year.

OMG! One of best pumpkin patches ever! They have everything they have giant gift shop plus lots of…read morefood and snacks and drinks for all ages and tons of activities for all ages and lots so super cute farm animals you can pet and feed them and it is absolutely so beautiful breathtaking view! Large pumpkin patch you get any size pumpkins or they have an area with tent you can extra pumpkins in boxes all sizes shapes and colors and you buy ticket online or buy your tickets when you get there and the service is super awesome the people are so friendly happy and caring helpful and so kind and super helpful and they have super fun shop food and fun goodies it is really adorable everything is very organized clean and always sanitary and everything hers restocked always. Plus everything they are sale is home made fresh from the farm and the ground I appreciate the farmers so much for working 24/7 and 7 days a week making sure we have fresh food products! The farmers deserve have an day decided to them and or month and unbelievable people and they deserve extra credit for everything and their needs to farm fairs to celebrate them and plus they have family and all generations learning the tricks of treads of the farm life and thank you so much for bringing us joy and happiness and with all ur incredible work support for the community! YOU ARE HEROES OF THE WORLD! I am coming back here all year and every year as a tradition. Happy fall everyone! From Lauren

I had heard good things about their pumpkin patch last year and wanted to check it out this fall…read more The pumpkin patches I've visited in the past didn't have an entrance fee and $10 felt like a bit much to pay per person (especially for a 2 year old!) But now that we've been I think that the amount and variety of activities justifies the price. It's also nice that everything inside is included in the admission fee. My three kids had a blast exploring all of the grounds with various cute playground structures, swings, and slides. Several gardens, a tug of war station, a zip line, a small petting/feeding area, bunnies to watch, giant jenga and connect four - all generously spaced out with plenty of shaded areas and seating for parents and grandparents to relax. The corn maze is large but not TOO large. We took a photo of the maze map and were able to make our way out in 15 minutes (we took our stroller in without a problem). The tractor ride up to the pumpkin patch was a lot of fun for the kids and the views are very pretty. They did a great job of sanitizing in between rides as well. You can pick your pumpkins from the fields or from the store - both options are $0.50/lb). One thing I wouldn't recommend is their food. While very reasonably priced ($3.50 for hamburgers, $2 for hot dogs, and $2 for fries) the line was excessively long, the food took forever to arrive, and also wasn't very good. (Have you ever had over-fried funnel cake? So sad.) Next time we'll pack our own lunch. *just a note: this year due to COVID19 there are no pig races and no train rides

Thank you, Uhaul! I learned about Hilltop after booking my Uhaul service. I arrived to pick up a…read moretruck and left with a shopping list LOL. What a cute Seafood market, definitely a must visit. The market is locally and family owned. The seafood is fresh and there's free chocolate sample. Yes, that's right, locally made Virginia chocolate. I tried 1 pound of steamed shrimp with mild seasoning. So tasty! I'll definitely visit again, very soon!

Excellent fresh fish every time. Amazing sea scallops! A bit hard to find the first time but…read moredefinitely worth the trip!