Very nice place with apples and pumpkins fresh from the patch! They also had a cute shop with lots…read moreof preserves and cooking pumpkins in which I got

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.

A great pumpkin patch for the family. The price is less expensive than other pumpkin patches in the…read morearea and you get bang for buck. I don't know what they do to their pumpkins but they are the most vibrant and long lasting pumpkins you will find in the area. They are always bright orange with healthy green stems and last well through the year. The staff at the park and farm store are very friendly and always helpful. Check out Jumbo's this Halloween season!

The good: adorable piglets and true to its name, the pumpkin patch is indeed "jumbo."…read more The bad: You have to pay extra to do things like the corn cob shooter game and ride the horses. It is not an all inclusive ticket. But the worst thing (and the main reason for the two star rating) is that the jumbo pumpkin patch was absolutely INFESTED with Jimsonweed, a toxic and very spiky plant! It is not somewhere to take kids, especially toddlers, because they could easily grab the spiked pods and injure themselves. We will not be coming back here and do not recommend this spot at all, especially if you have small children. Hopefully, for their sake, they are able to get rid of the weeds next year.

One of the sure signs that Spring is here is the ability to take a drive out towards the country…read morefor some strawberry picking.  Outlands/Wegmeyer Farms has been the place that we look forward to every year.  And climate permitting (last year the crop wasn't successful due to all the rain and cold) there are always a ton of strawberries there for the picking.  We have no trouble filling up our bucket with enough berries to eat and eat and then still have some to freeze for later.  The fields are close to the grounds where you park and the staff is friendly and helpful.  There is a tent covered area nearby to picnic or to start the strawberry snacking right away.

This is the home farm for Wegmeyer Farms who grow the most delicious strawberries in Northern…read moreVirginia. During strawberry season - still ongoing as of this review - they offer online reservations for u-pick strawberries in their fields (secondary u-pick location at Oatlands) as well as pre-picked buckets of berries for sale. There is a shop at the home farm offering baked goods, preserves and every other item you can make with strawberries. We purchased a pre-picked bucket as well as a fabulous strawberry pie and strawberry syrup. Please note: access to the farm is partially on unpaved roads which are also narrow in places, including a 1 lane bridge.

Goat Milk Soap - Cold Process in Small Batch - I LOVE IT, especially "orange blossom". The bars are…read moreoversized and can easily be cut in 1/3 and used in multiple showers on next to sinks. I loved it so much I went back to get more. Sometimes something small can make a big difference in this is one of those.

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.

I'm going to say it.......I think my kiddos had more fun here than at Cox Farms, which is…read moreconsistently held to as the premiere Fall event in NOVA. Rather than focus on slides (of which there are two) Pumpkin Village has moon bounces. We first went to the giant pumpkin inflatable, followed by the corn bin and the zip line. My son loved the castle inflatable and the train inflatable. Several also were more obstacle course with corn and animal themes. We had lots of fun on the pedal cars and the giant pumpkin pillow too.We spent time indoors as well doing arts and crafts and playing in the indoor playground. That was nice to have given how windy it was. While you don't get a pumpkin like Cox Farms, it's still fun and worth the trip.

Best fall place for kids. with an animal farm tied to it and indoor space for kids, what else could…read moreyou want? The slides (tons of independent playground equipment structures and 3 slides built into the hill), inflatables (6 or 7, i think) , mazes, tractor ride, zip line, sandbox, feeding pond, snack truck (free with cider and apples), indoor area - giant play area with trampoline and slides and climbing/netting, play floor area, there is just so much to do, it is crazy. the open/interactive area with the goats, pigs, alpacas, and donkeys was great, too. The animals are gentle and my son didn't get his fingers chomped from feeding them incorrectly. It was a great, great place. definitely a late sept-oct staple for us now.

I've driven past this place several times, and I finally decided to stop in and check it out. I…read morelove visiting garden centers and browsing all the plants and flowers. Everything was so vibrant when I visited that I wanted to buy every plant in sight, but of course, I had to limit myself. I was also pleasantly surprised to find a small shop inside that sold clothing, gifts, candles, soaps, and home decor. I can't wait to come back in the fall to see everything they have then.

Cute little farm with large varieties of flowers in summer and pumpkins in fall!…read more Their shop sells seasonal food and fresh fruit! I would recommend this place for people who are still going to cox farm

My partner and I had an amazing time at this petting zoo…read more There were horses, goats (like 30!), baby piglets, mama cow and calf that was born just that week, rabbits, llamas, emus, peacocks, turtles, and more! The farmers were knowledgeable and friendly teens/young adults. They were very sweet to the children and ensured that all the kids could pet the baby goat born that week. The best part of our visit was being followed around by Dolly, a goat that roamed the premises, scavenging for leftover corn and dropped treats.

I've been here a few times now and my toddler loves it every time. He especially loves the tractor…read moreyou can sit on (if you have a tractor loving kiddo)! This year, they had a great deal on Groupon, which comes with a tractor ride around the farm. There's plenty of animals to look at, from baby pigs, horses, donkeys, turkeys, goats, a camel, dogs, etc. Friendly staff, clean bathrooms (yup, you heard that right), and plenty of places to sit to snack. I've also seen a few families host birthday parties here!

That spooky time of year is coming and if you're looking for something to do to celebrate Halloween…read moreconsider adding Markoff's to your activities list. The Midway was fun with a big bonfire, music, and a ton of food vendors. A great way to kill time with your friends. I did the Haunted Trail a few years ago and really enjoyed it! It comes with specific times which I like as you don't have to worry about people ahead slowing you down. I advise buying your tickets early and same with day you're going -- get there early as parking is chaotic.

Pros: The props are fantastic and they did a great job of setting creepy scenes (minus the alien…read morethat was weird). The staff are extremely friendly. Cons: It is EXPENSIVE for what you get... the tickets are $$$ and its $5 for a liquid death and beers are $15 (think stadium drink prices for lackluster beer). The wait is LONG... you're time entry does not matter so you are better off getting tickets for as early as possible and then if you show up 90 min early then maybe you'll get in at your assigned time. The scares are not scary. the vibe is but the props to actor scare combo does not vibe well together. Mix that with the limited distance between other groups cause they try to rush you in to make up for their 90 min wait period takes the scare factor out. This is a money grab and not worth the cost or time. When I talked to staff (who were lovely) about the wait they told me I could go enjoy a beer (it was closed) or spend money elsewhere basically. we just wanted to go in during our time slot. This is not worth the money. Try Creepy woods and Bennett's Curse or Field of Screams when they reopen. They are worth the price and they all have good scares. I am very try bummed that this was such a mess of a wait and poor on the scare factor. I will give you a solid A on the props though... but we came for the scares.

Mayne's is my absolute FAVORITE farm stand to get fruit, veggies and ESPECIALLY CORN ON THE COB!!!…read more I travel up from Rockville almost every weekend of corn season to buy from Mayne's. The Bi-color is always the favorite here. We had both white and yellow as well... When I'm feeling really lazy, I purchased the shucked frozen corn to save prep time. Can't even say enough about the fresh tomatoes, Cantaloupe & watermelon. Everything is always Fresh, Juicy & Delicious. It's my favorite summer indulgence and I always tell my friends. See you kids next month for pumpkins.

We love this place! It's the perfect nostalgic pumpkin patch, tree farm, and more (strawberries,…read morecorn, asparagus)! There's no fancy frills, but it has incredible small town, local farm vibes. The owners are always kind, the prices are fair, and we have loved everything we have gotten here. In addition, they have a large selection of local goods from other farms - cider, jams, etc. My toddler has an amazing time here because unlike other farms that have a lot going on, at Mayne's you can truly focus on the good old family charm of picking out the perfect pumpkin, finding incredible strawberries and learning how to pick them, etc. This farm is an underrated gem!

Family fun farm in the Shenandoah! This farm features a huge pumpkin patch where you can pick your…read moreown pumpkin - and an enormous Corn Maze. The maze is well cut and fun. Other activities included: hay ride , pumpkin bowling, pillow bounce, truck sand pit, basketball toss, football toss, baseball toss, lots of different slides, duck races, pig races and more . They also have animals to see : chickens, goats (and a goat walk), donkeys, ducks, pigs, sheep, and alpacas. They also have tractors you can climb all over. Prices were reasonable for the amount of stuff available. They also have classes for children to learn about how pumpkins are grown and a fun story time session. What could be better ? - some of the games need new balls- as some are worn out and old. They also have a pizza barn, beverages (soda,water), and kettle korn.it would have been nice if they had burgers , hot dogs or sandwiches- but some of that was closed on Friday. Views of the mountains and valley are amazing! Great fun for the family- check them out ! ( Seasonal )

Be very careful folks! Loaded shotgun shell found at this farm, in the dirt by the mini train ride…read moreentrance, while my 4 kids were running around and playing among a couple hundred more kids. I showed it to the manager and she pulled it out of my hands rudely while refusing to acknowledge the gravity of the situation and claiming the shell could've come from outside the farm... I was perplexed hearing only stupid excuses and refusal of acknowledging the danger! I'm gonna take this further with the sherif department!