Hollabaugh Bros Apple Harvest Weekend 2026
Saturday, October 3 & Sunday, October 4, 2026 | Hollabaugh Bros Farm Market
Hollabaugh Bros Apple Harvest Weekend is basically autumn in Pennsylvania distilled into one glorious orchard experience complete with apple cider donut milkshakes, fresh apples, cozy farm vibes, and enough cinnamon-scented joy to make you briefly consider decorating exclusively in plaid.
This family-friendly Adams County fall festival celebrates apple season with baked goods, artisan vendors, wagon rides, live music, warm apple desserts, food trucks, and classic orchard magic near Gettysburg. Expect crunchy leaves, oversized pumpkins, children somehow sticky despite cool weather, and at least one adult declaring, “THIS is my favorite season.”
At a Glance
When: Saturday, October 3 & Sunday, October 4, 2026
Time: 11 AM to 4 PM both days
Where: Hollabaugh Bros., 545 Carlisle Road, Biglerville, PA 17307
Admission: Free admission
Best for: Families, fall lovers, apple enthusiasts, toddlers in tiny sweaters, and anyone emotionally attached to cider donuts
Top Picks for Families
Apple Cider Donut Milkshakes & Fall Treats
Yes, the legendary apple cider donut milkshakes are real. Yes, they are worth the drive. The festival also features warm apple crisp, fresh cider, baked goods, pies, caramel apples, and enough cinnamon-heavy happiness to make your entire vehicle smell like autumn afterward.
Parent hack: Secure baked goods before leaving. The regret of not buying extra cider donuts is surprisingly powerful.
Fresh Apples & Orchard Shopping
Families can browse fresh-picked apples and fall produce straight from the orchard. It is the kind of place where you walk in planning to buy “a few apples” and leave with three bags, local honey, jam, and an emotional support pie.
Parent hack: Let kids choose their own apple variety. Somehow this dramatically increases the odds they will actually eat fruit voluntarily later.
Wagon Rides, Yard Games & Family Activities
The festival includes wagon rides, outdoor games, scavenger hunts, and family-friendly activities spread throughout the orchard grounds, making it a strong pick for younger children who need space to move and explore.
Parent hack: This is excellent “slow family day” material. Don’t overschedule afterward.
Live Music, Vendors & Peak Fall Energy
Local artisan vendors, food trucks, and live music help create the kind of cozy autumn atmosphere that practically begs for family photos, oversized scarves, and at least one “everybody stand here while I take another picture” moment.
Parent hack: Bring layers. Pennsylvania fall weather enjoys plot twists.
Tips for Visiting with Kids
- Dress in layers. Cool mornings and warmer afternoons are both possible.
- Wear comfortable shoes. Orchard ground can be uneven in spots.
- Bring cash or cards. Vendors and food trucks may vary.
- Arrive earlier for easier parking and shorter dessert lines.
- Plan for photos. This festival has elite-level fall backdrop energy.
- Leave trunk space. You are probably bringing home apples and baked goods whether you planned to or not.
