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Applecrest Farm Fall Harvest Festival
New Hampshire's oldest and largest apple orchard
About
Celebrate over five decades of tradition at Applecrest Farm's Fall Harvest Festival. This beloved event offers a genuine escape with honest-to-goodness family fun. Enjoy pick-your-own fruits, live music, tractor rides, and a corn maze. Savor delicious treats like apple cider donuts and fresh corn roasts. Admission and parking are always free, making it a perfect, memory-making outing for all ages.
Our Take
Scare Factor
Family Friendly
Best For
Families, couples, and anyone looking for a classic fall experience.
Vibe
Rustic, wholesome, family-friendly, festive.
Energy Level
Low to medium (walking, games, enjoying the atmosphere)
Budget
FREE
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Medium (festivals may be canceled in rain, check ahead)
Special Events & Promotions
- 51st year of Harvest Festivals
- Free live music every festival weekend
- Free tractor rides to orchards on festival weekends
Always check the official website for the most current information.
We've done our best to keep details up-to-date, but event schedules, prices, and policies can change. For the latest updates, please visit the official website or contact the organizers directly.
Location
Event Details
Pricing
FREE
Duration
Weekends, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (times vary slightly by date)
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Featured Performers
- Cedar Mountain Bluegrass
- The Rick Watson Band
- Back Woods Road
- Rick Horton & Friends
- Reunion Hill Band
- The Chickenshack Bluegrass Band
Organizer
Applecrest Farm
Practical Information
Parking
Free parking is available.
Accessibility
The farm will try their best to accommodate any special needs, but Porta-Potties are not handicap-specific. Call ahead to see what accommodations can be made.
Pet Policy
Dogs are allowed in most areas, but not in picking areas except apple orchards. Must be leashed and owners must clean up after pets.
Food & Drink
Traditional Corn Roast (sausages, hot dogs, hamburgers, fire-roasted corn, clam chowder), fresh pressed apple cider, apple pie, ice cream, scratch-made baked goods, cider donuts.
Tips & Advice
- Arrive early on festival weekends, especially if you want to catch the free live music performances starting at 1 PM, as popular spots can fill up.
- Check the farm's website or call ahead for the most up-to-date information on picking conditions and festival status, especially if the weather is uncertain.
- Bring cash for purchases at festival booths, PYO fields, and the petting zoo, as not all areas accept cards.
- If bringing a dog, be mindful of the leash rules and designated areas; they are not permitted in all picking areas.
- Don't miss the famous hot cider donuts, which are made fresh each morning and can sell out quickly.
Frequently Asked Questions
When are Honeycrisp apples ripe and do you grow Northern Spy or Ashmead's Kernel?
Check the crop availability chart on their website for apple variety ripening times. For specific variety availability, call the Farm Market.
Are dogs allowed on the farm?
Dogs are permitted in most areas but not in picking areas, except for apple orchards where well-behaved, leashed dogs are allowed. Owners must clean up after their pets.
Do you offer handicap accessible bathrooms?
The farm's Porta-Potties are not specifically handicap-accessible, but they will try to accommodate special needs if called ahead of time.
Can we only pick our own fruit on weekends?
Pick-your-own fruit is available every day of the week from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Call ahead for current picking conditions.
Do I need to pay for parking or admission?
No, there is never an entrance, parking, or admission fee. Free live bluegrass music is also offered during festival weekends.
