Special Events, Classes, & Hurd Happenings

It's pumpkin season at Hurds Family Farm, and our Great Pumpkin Festival is here! Wander through our Great Pumpkin Patch in search of the perfect pumpkin, enjoy festive photo opportunities, taste pumpkin-inspired treats, and celebrate one of fall's favorite traditions with family and friends. Whether you're looking for the biggest pumpkin, the funniest pumpkin, or the eye catching front porch pumpkin, you'll find it here!
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🎃 Hunt for the Perfect Pumpkin
Explore our pumpkin patch and enjoy NEW pumpkin photo opportunities throughout the farm. We're also bringing back the Pumpkin Throne, so you can once again become the King or Queen of the Patch!
 
Don't forget to share your favorite photos using #GreatPumpkinAtHurds.
 
⚖️ Giant Pumpkin Contest
Think you know pumpkins? Take your best guess at the weight of our Giant Pumpkin for a chance to win admission to our Family Spooktacular Evening Event!
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The closest guess without going over wins! 
 

🧑‍🎨 Pumpkin Paint & Sip - Saturday, October 3rd | 5:30–7:00 PM Enjoy this exclusive after-hours experience while the farm is closed to the public. Relax on our patio with beautiful mountain views as you transform a pumpkin from our patch into your own masterpiece.  

Your experience includes:

• 🎃 Picking your own pumpkin from the patch

• 🍺 One draft beer or hard cider, or a non-alcoholic hot cider or slushy

• 🧑‍🎨 Guided painting instruction from a local instructor

• 🎨All painting supplies (brushes, paints, apron).

• 🍹 Additional beverages available for purchase at the Bar in the Barn

• ❤️Bring a friend to cheer you on at no additional charge.

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  Pre-registration is required. It's going to be a hoot!

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🥧 It Tastes Like Pumpkin!
Pumpkin isn't just for decorating—it's for eating, too!
 
Stop by the Barn Café and enjoy seasonal favorites, including:

• Pumpkin Pie

• Susan's Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins

• Pumpkin Spice Coffee

• And other delicious fall treats

 
Then swing by the Bar in the Barn to try one of our Pumpkin Signature Cocktails, available this weekend only!
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From pumpkin picking, family fun, and amazing pumpkin-patch photos to seasonal treats and creative pumpkin masterpieces, there's something for everyone at the Great Pumpkin Festival.
 
Come celebrate pumpkin season with us and discover why fall memories grow best at Hurds Family Farm!

 
Get ready for a fun-filled time with
The Hudson Valley Bluegrass Express!  
 

Enjoy a fall day at the farm with live music featuring Bluegrass, Country, and creative reworkings of Classic Rock favorites! This talented duo brings a fun acoustic sound that fits perfectly with apple picking, cider donuts, and a relaxing afternoon in the orchard.

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Bring the family, grab your favorite farm treats, and enjoy some great live music at Hurds Family Farm! 

The farm will be open from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, with activities happening from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.

 
Get ready for a fun-filled time with
The Hudson Valley Heartlanders!  

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Enjoy a great mix of classic and modern country, heartland tunes, and folk music performed live at Hurds Family Farm. After a great time playing here last year, they’re excited to return for another fall afternoon at the farm! 

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Pick some apples, grab a cider donut, and enjoy live music surrounded by the orchards and beautiful Hudson Valley fall scenery! 

The farm will be open from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, with activities happening from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.

Fall is better when it's shared. Gather your family, grandparents, cousins, or best friends and spend a day making memories that will last for generations at Hurds Family Farm.
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👨‍🌾 Matching Shirts = Matching Memories
You know how families wear matching shirts when they visit Disney? Make Hurds your family's fall tradition! Whether it's matching shirts, coordinating plaid, or your favorite red Hurds gear, you'll look great in photos and never lose your group while exploring the farm. It's a simple way to take your family adventure to the next level.
 
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🌽 Come #HARVESTtheFUNatHURDS
With 25+ outdoor activities for kids and adults of all ages, there's something for everyone to enjoy!
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• 🌽 Conquer the Corn Maze #HurdsCornMaze2026

• 🚀 Fly on the Zipline

• ☁️ Get air on the Bounce Pillow

• 🐄 Moo on the Cow Train

• 🐐 Make friends with our farm animals

• 🚜 Sightsee on the Bin Train

 
Whether you're five or ninety-five, adventure is waiting around every corner.
 
🍂 Attention Leaf Peepers 🍁
The Hudson Valley is one of the best places to soak up those beautiful autumn colors!
 
Take a peaceful stroll through our new Farmers' 5K Trail and breathe in the crisp fall air. Surrounded by vibrant foliage and picturesque orchards, you'll find endless opportunities for Farmtastic photos, all set against the spectacular backdrop of the Shawangunk Mountains. Around every turn, there's another picture-perfect moment waiting to be captured.
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🍏🍎 Harvest Season is Here!
There's plenty to harvest this weekend at our family farm.
 
Apples are ready to be picked straight from the orchard that our family has cared for all year long. Wander through the trees and experience the satisfaction of picking your own fresh apples.
 
Then head over to our pumpkin patch, where hundreds of pumpkins are waiting for you to find the perfect one to take home.  Will you carve it? 🎃  Paint it? 🎨  Decorate your front porch? 🍂  Bake a delicious homemade pumpkin pie? 🥧
 
However you choose to enjoy it, the fun doesn't end when you leave the farm. Your pumpkin picking experience starts here at the Hurds Pumpkin Patch!
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🍩 Don't Leave Without the Donuts
No Fall Harvest Festival is complete without fresh apple cider donuts!
 
Treat your whole group by ordering our box of 16 hot, fresh donuts, coming straight off the conveyor, into your box, and into the hands—and mouths—of the people you love. Warm, delicious, and made fresh throughout the day, they're a Hurds tradition you won't want to miss.
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🎶 Food, Music & Fall Fun All Weekend
Enjoy live music on Saturday and Sunday, delicious food, refreshing drinks, breathtaking fall scenery, and countless opportunities to make memories with the people who matter most.
 
Families have been making fall memories at Hurds for generations. Start a new tradition—or continue an old one—and come #HARVESTtheFUNatHURDS during the peak of the fall season.
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We can't wait to welcome your family to ours at Hurds Family Farm!

 
Get ready for a fun-filled time with
Jack Grace Band!  

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Get ready for an afternoon of truly original live music with Jack Grace Band, bringing a signature blend of Country Rock with an occasional Bossa Nova twist to Hurds Family Farm! 

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He is an accomplished finger-picking solo performer that could make you laugh or have you shed a tear, as well as a storied band leader. So come pick apples, grab a cider donut, and enjoy an unforgettable afternoon of live music in the orchard at Hurds Family Farm! ​

The farm will be open from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, with activities happening from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.

 
Get ready for a fun-filled time with
The Bunker Boys!
 
This energetic six-man band brings lively bluegrass, country, folk, and Americana music to the farm with banjo, fiddle, guitar, harmonica, and more. Their upbeat performances and crowd-favorite harmonies are sure to have the whole family clapping, dancing, and singing along!

Looking forward to good times with everyone there — see you soon!
 
The farm will be open from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, with activities happening from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.

Crisp autumn air. Peak fall colors. Fresh apple cider. There is nothing more New York than spending a fall day at an apple orchard. This weekend we're celebrating one of New York's most iconic flavors—APPLE CIDER!
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Whether "apple cider" means sweet cider fresh from the press or hard cider shared with friends, we've got you covered. Come experience all the delicious ways New York apples can be enjoyed while making memories at Hurds Family Farm.
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🍎 Cheers to New York!
The Bar in the Barn is pouring fall into every glass. This weekend only, enjoy a flight of local hard ciders featuring the flavors of New York fruits and celebrate the incredible creations of local craft cider makers.
 
Not a fan of bubbles? Try one of our signature cocktails made with New York apple cider and local spirits, including:

• 🥃 Old Fashion Fun

• 🍸 Agritini

• ☕ Hurds Hot Cider Double

 
There's a perfect cider experience waiting for everyone.

 
☕ Returning This Weekend Only…
The Chai-der! One of our most requested seasonal favorites is back for this special weekend only. A cozy blend of chai tea, fresh-pressed New York apple cider, and whipped cream. It's everything you love about fall served in one delicious cup.
 
Before you leave, make sure to take home some cider to enjoy after your visit.

• Hurds Sparkling Cider is available in singles and 4-packs

• Local Hard Cider in 4 packs, 6 packs, or single cans.

• Fresh Cider available in pints, half gallons, and gallons

 
Bring the flavors of the farm home by making your own spiced hot cider on the stovetop or in the crockpot for family and friends.

 
🎶 One Last Concert of the Season
This is your LAST chance to enjoy our Fresh Air Concert Series before the season comes to a close!
 
Relax on our Barnside Patio with a glass of cider, breathtaking views of the Mohonk Mountain ridge, and live performances by great local bands on Saturday and Sunday from 1:00–3:00 PM.
 
NEW this year, enjoy your purchases from the Bar and Café while relaxing inside our cozy apple bin booths.
 

🚜 A Perfect Fall Farm Adventure
Cooler fall weather makes this the perfect weekend for a family farm adventure.
 
Climb aboard our unique Bin Train, where you'll ride through the orchard loaded in apple bins—just like our apples during harvest! Let the train take you out to the orchard to pick your own apples straight from the trees. We'll be harvesting the last of our 25 different apple varieties, making this one of the final opportunities of the season to experience fresh-picked New York apples.
 
And remember to grab a hot cider and fresh apple cider donuts before you board!
 

🥧 Take the Flavors of Fall Home
Harvest the ingredients for all your favorite autumn recipes. Apple pie and pumpkin pie are timeless classics—especially when they're made with fruits harvested from our family farm.
 
Bring home a jar of Hurds Apple Sauce, made with our apples by a local chef, and discover why so many visitors ask for it year after year.
 
Looking for something new? Try making Pumpkin–Apple Cider Muffins or use local apple cider to create a delicious apple cider glaze for your favorite cake or baked treats.
 
No time to bake? We've got you covered. Take home one of our locally made pies, fresh apple turnovers, or a box of our famous apple cider donuts and keep the taste of fall going long after your visit.
 

🍂 Celebrate New York Agriculture
From local apples and cider to local bakers, musicians, and chefs, this weekend is a celebration of everything that makes New York agriculture special.
 
Come raise a glass, pick some apples, enjoy live music, and make memories with the people you love.
 
We can't wait to celebrate cider season with you at Hurds Family Farm!

 
Get ready for a fun-filled time with
Bernstein Bard Trio!   

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Slow down and enjoy the sounds of live music surrounded by the orchards and beautiful fall scenery at Hurds Family Farm. This talented trio will set the perfect atmosphere with americana tunes.

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Grab a cider donut, find a spot to relax, and kick back with Bernstein Bard Trio! 

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The farm will be open from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, with activities happening from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.

 
Get ready for a fun-filled time with
Moonlight Whiskey!  
 
Spend a fall day at the farm enjoying music featuring a fun mix of country, folk, pop, and rock! With something for everyone, it’s the perfect soundtrack for apple picking, cider donuts, and a beautiful afternoon in the orchard. 

So come enjoy the fall views, and kick back with live music! 
 
The farm will be open from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, with activities happening from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.

🎃 It's our FINAL weekend of the 2026 season, and we're ending it with a Spooktacular celebration for the whole family!
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Halloween is one of our favorite holidays, and we're filling the farm with costumes, candy, fall fun, and memories that will last long after the season ends. Don't miss your last chance this year to experience Hurds Family Farm!
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👻 Trick-or-Treat Around the Farm
Wear your favorite Halloween costume and your Ultimate Activity Wristband when you visit Saturday or Sunday, then trick-or-treat your way around the farm! We'll have treats waiting at some of our most popular attractions, making your day full of surprises and smiles for kids—and kids at heart.
 
🔥 Saturday Night Spooktacular - October 24th 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
This is a special evening event and requires separate admission from daytime activities.
Admission for Kids: $13 & Adults: $5

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As the sun goes down, the farm transforms into a glowing autumn playground featuring:

• 🌽 Flashlight Corn Maze

• 🌟 Glow Necklaces

• ☁️ Night Bounce

• 🔥 Cozy Fire Pit

• 🎃 An unforgettable evening under the stars.

 
It's the perfect way to celebrate Halloween with family and friends in a fun &  festive atmosphere. 

 
🏃‍♀️ Hurds Farm After Dark 5k  | October 24th
Put on your running shoes—or your favorite costume—and join us for one of the most unique races of the season!
 
Saturday Night Race Schedule
 
6:30 PM
Big Kids (Ages 7–12)
Approximately 1.13 miles
 
6:45 PM
Little Kids (Ages 6 & Under) with a parent
Approximately 0.6 miles
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7:30 PM
Farmers 5K (Ages 6 & Up)
Approximately 3.25 miles
 
Every participant receives:

• 🏅 Race Medal

• 🌟 Glow Necklace

• 🎽 Race Bib

• 🎟️ Admission to our Nighttime Spooktacular Event

 
Early registration ends September 1st.
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Many runners love competing in spooky costumes, so race T-shirts are optional. We recommend ordering your shirt during registration, as we will not have shirts available to purchase on the night of the event.
 

🐕 #HURDSdoggieHalloween
Bring your favorite four-legged friend dressed in their best Halloween costume and join our Doggie Costume Party! Meet other pups, snap adorable photos, and stop by the Bar in the Barn, where your dog can perform a trick for a treat. 🐾
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Please remember:

• 🦮 All dogs must remain on a leash

• 💧 Bring water

• 🦴 Bring clean-up bags

 
We're excited to see the creativity of both pets and their humans!
 

📸 The Perfect Halloween Photo Spot
Looking for unforgettable Halloween pictures?
 
Visit our farm graveyard featuring historic stones dating back to the 1700s, surrounded by spectacular fall foliage—a one-of-a-kind backdrop for your family's Halloween memories. Superheroes can fly on the zipline for a fun action photo! Zombies can creep out of the corn maze. Princesses can sit on the throne in our pumpkin patch.
 
After all that fun, stop by the Café for:

• 🍪 Locally baked Halloween cookies

• 🌽 Fresh cornbread

• 🍕 Pizza made with New York-grown flour

 
Then capture one more photo featuring one of our Spooktacular Cocktails, crafted with local spirits and plenty of Halloween spirit.
 

🍎 One Last Taste of Fall
Yes, we'll still have apples to pick from the trees.
 
Yes, we'll still have pumpkins waiting in the patch.
 
No, there is nothing truly scary during our daytime activities—just family-friendly Halloween fun.
 
And perhaps most importantly…

 
🍩 YES—this is your LAST chance to enjoy Hurds Apple Cider Donuts in 2026!
 
Celebrate Halloween, celebrate fall, and celebrate the end of another incredible season with us.
 
Thank you for making memories with our family all season long. We can't wait to welcome you back for one final Spooktacular weekend at Hurds Family Farm!