5 Fall Activities Worth The Drive

Fall is officially here! Connecticut is fortunate to have many fun fall activities for the entire family. We’ve rounded up five places to visit around the state to experience the best Connecticut has to offer! Keep an eye out for our Complete fall ebook, with 40 places to see over the coming months!

B.F. Clydes Cider Mill, Stonington

Family-owned and operated since 1881, B.F. Clyde’s Cider Mill is a piece of living history. Every September 1st, they open their doors and sell sweet cider, hard cider, homemade wine, cider donuts, and many local goods. Enjoy cider-making demonstrations, wine, hard cider tastings, and renowned cider donuts.

Jones Family Farm, Shelton

Despite the extremely dry summer, Jone’s family farm has nurtured a plentiful pumpkin crop this year. They encourage online reservations to ensure an enjoyable experience for all, reducing the size of crowds and lines, and the entry fee includes a credit towards pumpkin and squash purchases. On top of a vast selection of pumpkins, they offer a mini corn maze, farm ranger hike, great photo ops, and tons of educational displays.

Bishop’s Orchards Winery, Guilford

Bishop’s Orchards offers a wide selection of fruit wines, hard ciders, and popular Connecticut Farm Wines. Guests can experience a one-of-a-kind tasting year-round at the wine bar, located inside an original 1928 barn.

Fair Weather Growers, Cromwell

In 2010 after visiting many other Corn Mazes, Fair Weather Growers decided to try agritourism and turned their 16 acres of field on County Line Drive in Cromwell into the Fair Weather Growers Fall Festival and Corn Maze. 

Open the middle of September right through the end of October! On top of the maze, enjoy farm animals, a scarecrow walk, a grain corn pit, a tire playground, a giant caterpillar slide, pedal go-karts, and a giant jump pillow!

Jones Family Farm, Shelton

Despite the extremely dry summer, Jone’s family farm has nurtured a great pumpkin crop this year. They encourage online reservations to ensure an enjoyable experience for all, reducing the size of crowds and lines, and the entry fee includes a credit towards pumpkin and squash purchases. On top of a vast selection of pumpkins, they offer a mini corn maze, farm ranger hike, great photo ops, and tons of educational displays.

Conclusion

Keep an eye out for our upcoming ebook with 40 fall activities to do in Connecticut!