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Come “Pick Your Own” This Fall

last updated: August 2026

It’s apple-picking season in Connecticut! Take the family to one of Connecticut’s farms to choose your own apples and enjoy plenty of fall activities. Sample farm-fresh apple cider, learn about different varieties of apples, and visit pumpkin patches. Some farms also offer farm markets, wine, and more!

Find a full list of pick your own farms in Connecticut here.

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Bishop’s Orchards Farm Market & Winery, Guilford

Bishop’s Orchards Farm Market & Winery in Guilford offers pick-your-own apples and pumpkins. But that's not all! Shop its farm market for baked goods, produce, and specialty products, or enjoy a tasting of Bishop's own wines and ciders. The annual Fall Festival runs through September and October, a farm-centric, family-friendly seasonal experience in its main orchard.

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Blue Jay Orchards, Bethel

Experience a classic New England farm when you visit this 140-acre apple orchard and market. Blue Jay Orchards has changed ownership as of the 2026 season, so stay tuned for updates on its website.

Couple walking at Jones Family Farm in Shelton

Jones Family Farms & Winery, Shelton

Jones Family Farms & Winery in Shelton is a 500-acre working farm. In August, snag a sunflower bouquet and in the fall, pick your own pumpkins with the kids. And for the adults, pop into the winery for a wine flight tasting, live music, and gorgeous scenery.

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Lyman Orchards, Middlefield

Lyman Orchards in Middlefield grows apples, peaches, nectarines, pears, and pumpkins. It's a great destination for family fun, with handmade pies and locally-sourced food at its onsite farm market, a restaurant-pub, three award-winning golf courses, and a corn maze!

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Dondero Orchards, South Glastonbury

Dondero Orchards in South Glastonbury offers 12 varieties of apples and a 7,200-square-foot greenhouse full of vegetables, plants and flowers. For an extra treat, enjoy lunch from the farm's sandwich menu!