I bring the kids to Spencer Farm to pick berries in the spring. The kids eat more than they put in…read morethe basket! This was my first visit to the farm for fall season and pumpkins. I was looking for heirloom pumpkins for decor and for a still life painting. The crew was watering the mums when we arrived before noon opening on Sunday. The mums were luscious and just starting to bloom. A cart selling Noble Coffee had a lazy aging dog sleeping underneath. Pumpkins and gourds lined the building in neat rows. I found a blue pumpkin that I needed. When the shop opened, kids headed towards the fields for pick your own pumpkins. I was surprised that raspberries were still on the vines for you pick. I headed into the shop to look around. Spencer bottles and sells their own salad dressings and preserves. Fall and Christmas giftware was out. But, a case full of pies caught my eye. Peach, blueberry, cherry, apple and more. I selected a slice of blackberry. I enjoyed my pie outside on their little patio. The pie was delicious. (They The They also sell fudge and ice cream.) The winery is a new addition since my last visit. The winery wasn't opened, but I will check it out on my next visit. Spencer Farm is a great place to visit and pick up fresh produce.

I will admit that I'm not much of a farm dude, though my father actually grew up on a tobacco farm…read more There's no tobacco here. At least not in the fields. I had the chance to accompany a friend to Spencer Farm for a relatively brief visit. While it was pretty brief, I was impressed. Spencer Farm was started by, you guessed it, the Spencers - Lori and Kyle. It started out as Spencer's U-Pick in 1982. They started out with strawberries. By 1986, they moved to a new farm on Cherry Tree Road. They expanded to include red raspberries, black raspberries, blueberries, and chrysanthemums. They've added pumpkins, asparagus, grapes, Christmas trees, and their son founded a winery that now also sits on the farm grounds. Spencer's now does pre-picked, you-pick, and wholesale fruit. In 2008, they further expanded the farm with a variety of Indiana products including ice cream, fudge, pies, jams, jellies, etc. As you can tell, I immediately wanted to see their sunflower field. I love, love, love sunflowers. One of the reasons I'm not particularly a farm dude is because farms are seldom very accessible. While Spencer's isn't perfect, there's a STRONG effort here to be accessible. I was honestly surprised and impressed. You could send me to the gift shop, and I could be a very happy camper. I will note that they have a strong photography policy. It's on their website, but if you're taking professional equipment I'd read the policies first as there are requirements. There's an awful lot to love here. The people are friendly. The farm is well laid out and surprisingly accessible (the fields obviously have some issues - they're fields). There's accessible parking close to the entrance. This would be a great place for families. Children should definitely enjoy it. There's a strong element of faith here, and that's radiated in the beauty of the surroundings and the service.

We decided to visit a different pumpkin patch this year and went to Russell Farms. Our visit was…read moreSunday, September 27, 2026. We had an overall good experience. We purchased 2 gourds and 2 pumpkins. Unfortunately on Friday, October 2nd our 2 pumpkins were mushy and moldy and we are very disappointed as we haven't carved them yet, just brought them home and had them displayed to carve later. I called the farm on Friday the 2nd and left a message. Thankfully I got a return call.on Sumday, October 4th apologizing and explaining what had happened. They not only apologized but offered to either give us new pumpkins or refund our money. Because of their great customer service we would definitely visit their farm again!

Partnering with Laura at Russel Farms has been amazing! We thank you for your kindness. Make…read moreyour plans to go - it will be a great time! Happy Fall!

What a hidden gem! I came here for a private event hosted by my realtor and enjoyed berry picking,…read morefeeding animals, and a tractor ride of the farm. They had treats and sweets catered by the farm/cafe and it was absolutely delicious! The blackberries were the best quality - so much sweeter and fresher than if we got them at the grocery store, it was like a whole new experience. All the staff and family were so kind, you can tell this place exists because they truly love what they do and want to welcome people in. I wish more people knew about it! We'll definitely come back.

When you're driving on Michigan Road, don't blink because you might miss the entrance to this…read moresprawling nursery. If you do manage to find the place, you'll be rewarded with a nice selection of plants for purchase and a cute gift shop (they sell coffee too).

Dull's Tree Farm is, in my opinion, the BEST farm attraction near Indy. And in my husband's…read morewords... "It's basically an amusement park!" This place has SO much to do for every age. We were there for 3 HOURS and still didn't get to everything! My favorite? The HUGE slide! Charlie's favorite? Her glitter tattoo Hank's favorite? The barrel ride + obstacle course My husband's favorite? The paintball shooting And at $22/person, your admission includes ONE activity pass, which can be used for: Air Cannons Paintball Face Painting or Glitter Tattoo Pumpkin Decorating NEW! Feed a Butterfly There are also SO many fun photo ops throughout the farm, with colorful fall displays, pumpkins, hay bales, and plenty of cute spots to capture family memories. There are still SO many other things to see and do around the farm, which is why I'd definitely plan to spend a few hours here. If you're looking for a fall destination that the whole family will enjoy, add Dull's Tree Farm to your list! Now I want to know... what would be your family's favorite part?!

My favorite tradition for the day after thanksgiving! I opted in to the timed ticket option for…read moreopening day and am very thankful I did! the entire process was smooth from arrival to leaving. The staff here is so friendly and welcoming, they help to answer any question you may have! Love coming here each year.

AMAZING farm to table experience with such a beautiful interior and exterior. I always make it a…read morepoint to come here and get their Mac and cheese and cheese board whenever I'm in town. I still think their Mac and cheese is one of the best if not the best around. We got their ice cream, cheese board, Mac and cheese, and stone fruit salad. Definitely very filling and very delicious. The salad was surprisingly tasty even though I usually don't like salads. Service is friendly and prompt. Would recommend reserving.

This place is an Indy gem I loved bringing friends and…read morefamily here whenever they would visit and it never disappoints. They have such a cool barn style restaurant with farm to table meals. I love that the menu rotates seasonally. They have an amazing cheese collection so I always started with the cheese board. Last time I got the French toast and Rhubarb pie. Leave space for the ice cream because it's incredible! The staff is so kind and have always treated me and my friends well. I can't wait to be back and eat here again.

I had such a fantastic time at Kelsay Farms! Entrance was only $10 and there was an adorable…read moreMooChoo express for a quick ride (Shout out to Simon for encouraging the enthusiasm of my 20-30something year old friend group), some animals in the barn to meet, a large haystack for pictures, a few small mazes that were honestly more fun and challenging than the corn maze, and of course the corn maze. The corn maze was a bit tricky, if not just for trying to find all the trivia clues they had hidden throughout. Sadly, we couldn't find them all before we had to leave. They did have a few food options for good prices i got a hotdog and milkshake, and a friend got a grilled cheese. They also had great prices on pumpkins to buy, mini ones were just 2 for a dollar! And I couldn't leave without buying a small bottle of the pumpkin spice hand sanitizer. It smelled SO GOOD and I would buy a whole container of it. Was so glad they had it all over the place to use to help feel safe! Plan to make it an annual trip down hopefully!

This was my first time attending Kelsay Farms and I went with some friends and other Butler…read morestudents! The farm is perfect for all ages and there were so many fun activities to do for kids and adults. The first thing my friends and I did was get food at the food station. I got a "spooky milkshake", which was delicious (not pictured). They had a choice between vanilla and chocolate soft serve ice cream and it was topped with whipped cream, a donut hole, and a brownie bite. It was very sweet and delicious. It seemed like a lot of people were buying those milkshakes. Then we moved on to the animal barn which was a ton of fun. They had a cow, pigs, chickens, ducks, a bunny, goats, lambs, and even a donkey! You weren't allowed to feed the animals, but you were allowed to pet them and they had a huge bottle of hand sanitizer for people to wash their hands after petting the animals. The animals were gentle and friendly, so parents delt parents felt safe for their kids to pet the animals. Next, we went through a corn maze, and they had a "big" corn maze and "small" corn maze. For the big corn maze, the farm does a different intricate design every year. This year, I believe it was a tractor. They even have signs and QR codes to scan so you could track how far along the maze you are as well as track how long you've been in the corn maze. Then we went on the tractor ride. While this was relaxing, it was very slow and there weren't a ton of beautiful farm views. At one point, we were riding along next to a highway, so that took away from the farm experience a little bit. I also thought they were going to do a bunch of stops at vegetable or pumpkin gardens if even flower patches, but they did not, which I was surprised about considering each hay ride was about 30 minutes long. I would recommend the hay ride to people who want a break from exploring the farm and want to give their feet a rest. After the hay ride, my friends and I decide to check out the gift shop, and they had a lot of stuffed animals, branded shirts and sweatshirts, cookie cutters, and candles that smelled heavenly. Next to the gift shop, they had more activities for people to do. One of the farm's main selling points is their story about Spookley the Square pumpkin. In this space they also set up a backdrop for people to take pictures and a "design your own pumpkin" station where they provide different shapes for eyes, noses, and mouths and you can pick and choose to color in each shape. Near the corn maze, there were a bunch of activities including a giant bounce pad, signs which different games to play (such as "find the corn [popcorn, cornpipe, corn dog, etc]", mazes, and "find the difference"), basketball, a small train for children to ride, human foosball, and a hay tower for people to climb. This pumpkin farm is great for families and friends to attend to have the perfect fall day. They also have a similar experience during the wintertime if you check out their website.

We loved Lark Ranch, I had no clue it even existed until last season! I cannot wait to visit again…read morein the Fall. They have all the fair food you could want and a lot of attractions for kids and families. We went two days in a row and still found stuff to do! My kids loved it and we will definitely be back!

Very nice farm ranch to take the family. It is a little pricey for admission but it's totally worth…read moreit to have fun for the day. I would definitely recommend coming in the morning and spending all day to get your moneys worth. Everything is included besides your food and carnival games and extras you see like face paint etc. Definitely a nice place for kids to enjoy and get their energy out. They do have porta potty's but they also have regular bathrooms with running water.

Omgggg I absolutely love this farm! It really brought out the kid in me and brought up so many…read morememories from childhood fieldtrips! Broganville is a family owned farm and the atmosphere gives just that! Kadeem Brogan (the owner) was so nice and welcoming. He gave us a full tour of the grounds as well as a horse and buggy ride. We got to meet all of the animals and we even got to feed some of them. This is definitely a great place for children and adults alike to really connect with nature and learn about the farm life!

This farm was awesome! The owner Kadeem is very personable, friendly, and loves interacting with…read morethe kids. The farm land is huge and the animals are all well behaved so even if you're scared, you won't be for long. We took the Girl Scout troop on an outing here and the girls loved it. Kadeem is really eager about introducing farm life to city kids and helping make the comfortable and knowledgeable. I loved the way he allowed them to interact with the animals in ways they would never be able to other places. He does not restrict the kids and uses everything as a learning opportunity. My daughter was upset we had to leave without the alpaca. We will definitely be returning again. They also do petting zoo and horse rides for parties. He was so nice to even walk with my daughter bc she was scared to ride. 10/10 I definitely recommend to anyone looking for an up close, personal. Memorable animal experience!

Piney Acres has it ALL... but can we talk about THE FASTEST TUBE SLIDE I think I've EVER been on?!…read more It's similar to the slide at Conner Prairie, except they add SOAP and a little bunny hill that sends you flying! I tried recording the ride down, but we hit that little hill so fast my finger literally moved off the camera. Even Hank got AIR going down by himself! There IS a height requirement, so check that before you go. Piney Acres might be best known for Christmas, but don't sleep on all the fun they have during the fall! Here's just SOME of what we did: Mined for gems Dug for fossils Explored the kids' corn maze (the PERFECT length for little ones, and you literally "cannot get lost in it" ) Shot tennis balls out of an air cannon Rode the Christmas train Rode the bumpy cow barrels Played in the sand ‍ Jumped on the bounce pillow Saw all the animals AND conquered that crazy tube slide! And SO much more! We had so much fun exploring, and there was plenty to keep both kids entertained. And one little detail that deserves a shoutout The guys working there were SO friendly. One of them even stopped to tie Hank's shoe while I had my hands full with Charlie. As a mom out exploring with two little ones, those small acts of kindness mean so much! Piney Acres Farm in Fortville, Indiana If you're looking for a fall outing with lots to do for the kids, add this one to your list!

My family had an amazing time at the winter days for Piney acres! Your price for your Trainer…read moretractor ticket also gets your kids activity crafts and hot chocolate and cookies and a meeting with Santa! The meeting with Santa was one of the best experiences we've ever had with a Santa Claus! They have a separate Santa Shack and families can go in one at a time so it's a more intimate and meaningful experience than having a line of people crowded behind you while you're trying to talk to Santa. The Santa was so jolly and sweet and my kids were all smiles the entire time. We had time to take pictures without a crowd around which we really enjoyed as well, and I'm definitely making these shots our family Christmas cards for the year! I'd love if there was a way for the farm to cover the train and tractor with a clear tarp if possible so that it wouldn't be so cold while you're looking at the lights. But also understand that you will be outside on about a 20 minute ride while you enjoy the lights so make sure you bundle up!

If you grew up going to the pumpkin patch in the 90s, you NEED to know about this place…read more Jacob's Family Orchard is giving true old-school apple orchard & pumpkin patch vibes -- the kind of fall fun that feels like stepping straight back into childhood. Think lots of tires, tunnel slides, farm equipment, tunnel slides, and a giant hay mountain for the kids to climb, crawl, and play on. It's simple, nostalgic farm fun without all the bells and whistles. SO. MANY. APPLES. You can explore the apple orchards and, on weekends, hop on a wagon ride through the orchard! And apparently my son had BIG pumpkin dreams because he ended up picking out the biggest pumpkin they've sold so far this season Don't forget to stop inside the store -- you can get a FREE donut sample to try! Good to know: * Between Muncie & New Castle, near Mt. Summit * Mon-Sat: 8 AM-6 PM * Sun: 12-6 PM * Weekdays: $8/person * Weekends + Fall Break Week: $10/person * Weekend admission includes the wagon ride + activity area If you're looking for a pumpkin patch that feels like the good old days, put Jacob's Family Orchard on your fall list.

I went on a day that they were offering sampling of all of the containers of preserves, dips,…read moresauces, and salsas they offer. It was extremely hot on this day and everything was sitting in the open, I still tried some of them that I fought the bees for. I purchased some of the Terrapin Ridge goods and also purchased a couple bags of their apples. It looked like you could try the apples too but all of those containers were empty. They had been open a few hours. I do not have young children so I did not try any of the outside activities. I have an orchard much closer that I love so I likely will not come back soon.