We love coming to Waldoch Farm in fall for all the fun. Today we decided to try it out during…read moresummer for Strawberry picking and that was just as fun! Girls spent hours doing all the fun activities. Can't wait for the new corn pit to be finished! Also the sparking cider is the best!!

Waldoch Farm and Garden Center is a fun place for all ages to explore and see!…read more I went back in mid August and didn't know what to expect as it was my first time there. Parking was free and easy. Once you get to the entrance gate, you'll be greeted by staff to show your admission ticket or buy tickets. It's reasonable priced. I purchased the admission with ride and getting a sunflower option. Service was fast and friendly. There's a station near the front to line up for the hay ride which approximately runs every 15-20 minutes. But my friends and I decided to explore other stations before doing the hay ride. There were mini houses and mini log cabin displays to check out. There was a mini kart race track that adults and kids can actually grab a kart and peddle around the track. That was a fun experience! There's also a okay ground that both kids and adults can play Through the courses.. Once we got through the stations, we headed back to the entrance to wait for the hayride. The hayride would bring us way back into the fields where you can see them growing peppers, sunflowers and pumpkins. We were dropped off into the sunflower fields to browse, take pics and then eventually able to pick a sunflower or flowers form the fields at the end per the packages we laid for. I had to leave early so I was t able to cut one for myself. But would love to come back another time to experience it again haha.

My girlfriends and I went to check out the great pumpkin trail. Tickets can be purchased online or…read moreat the door. This trail was really cool, a mesmerizing trail, illuminated by over 10,00 0 intricately carved jack-o-lanterns! The trail was a Half-Mile long so it is not too long, we had fun and an enjoyable evening of pumpkin mania and seeing faces on pumpkins we've never seen before. Free parking.

I really loved heading over here - I will say that it's rare to experience something just as fun as…read morea kid as when you're an adult. Walking in, I made a bee line for the little coffee house after the drive from St. Paul out to Wyoming. It was good, and I was on a mission to find the funnel cake food truck. It's been a minute, and since I didn't make it to the fair this year, I was determined. We got the cookie monster, funnel cake topped with Oreo and Chips Ahoy cookies, chocolate drizzle and whipped cream. Pretty sure I had a week's worth of caloric intake, even with splitting it, and I didn't care. Next, we headed over to the apple launcher area. At first I couldn't see where the workers were, but the building is set back a bit. We had a blast launching apples at the farm equipment and barrels. We walked over to the pumpkin patch trailer area and had a great time picking our pumpkins. I immediately grabbed a pretty pink one. I was glad they had little wheelbarrows for us to transport our pumpkins as we continued walking around. Before we headed out, we checked out the farm animals and the gift shop. I loved the variety of jams, pickles, and salsas. I grabbed the blueberry jalapeno salsa, cherry jam, apple butter and dill pickles. I've had a chance to bake with the apple butter and it's delicious! Overall, a great time and something for everyone!

I take a yearly trip to Mankato and pass by this place every time. Not this year. Since I want to…read morelive, I'm gonna start stopping here. It's all lined with pumpkins now. Inside is massive. Loaded with bags of apples of all types. I got the yellow and the very tart. The man at the counter thought I was very brave. There are jars of anything that can be jarred. I got beets, pickled carrots, sauerkraut, a couple of bottles of dressing, a very teeny honey. Being an apple orchard I picked up a couple of pieces of apple pie and streudel. Loved them. I picked up frozen apple cookies and then realized you have to do your own baking so I'm saving those. I spotted a large jar of a garden spaghetti sauce. I'm getting extra next time, it was delicious. I had to use the bathroom before the long drive home. Then I spot the preserves, which I restrained myself from. It's not too far from Renn Fest so I'd make the trip from there too. Loving an apple a day this fall.

Very friendly staff, great apples at a good price and very yummy kettle corn. Great place to stop…read morewith a family.

If you're looking for a fall outing that's calm, charming, and refreshingly low-key--this is your…read morespot. It's not massive or frantic like some of the big-name places (yes, Severs, we're looking at you), and best of all: admission is free. Now, if you're a die-hard corn maze enthusiast, you might want to look elsewhere. This place skips the maze madness--and honestly, that's a win. Corn mazes are often overpriced and overhyped (still looking at you, Severs). And petting zoos? Also not here. They tend to be germy, full of animals that are prone to bite, and they'll soak you for the cost of the feed. Hard pass. No pig races either. No long lines. Just simple, cheap fun. It's the icing on the pumpkin cake So if you want to make joyful memories with your kids, wander through pumpkin fields, and soak up the season without the stress of a State Fair vibe, you're in the right place. What Free Admission Gets You: --A fresh corn pit (changed out yearly--unlike the dusty ones at larger venues) --Playground with slides, swings, large sandboxes, and rocking horses --Tons of photo ops for the whole family Extras: --Face painting --Specialty coffees and indoor snacks --Food trucks, mini donuts, snackable items (large iced coffee with cream was $3.5) A wide selection of reasonably priced gourds, field pumpkins, and large potted mums; also offer indian corn, rushes, hand-painted pumpkins and hay rides in October. Prices: Small gourds: $1.50 Medium fancy: $5 Any field pumpkin: $6 LARGE potted mums: $20 Full-size straw hay bales: $8 The pumpkins are impressively grown--many are flawless and some are downright huge. You won't have to search far to find your perfect pick. Just note: this was the last weekend of September, so selection may thin out as Halloween approaches but boy they have a lot of pumpkins. Final Touches: --Friendly staff --Clean porta-potties --Handwashing station with real running water and soap --Dogs welcome (on leash) This is the kind of fall magic we can all get behind that won't break your bank.

Such a fun place for a reasonable price. Corn pit, food sticks and play areas which is so cool for…read morekids. Pick your own pumkin for $5 and hayrides $10 but need to be scheduled ahead of time during the week. My kids loved it!

We love Molin's Meadows Farm! We've been visiting for several years now and love our visits so…read moremuch, especially in the fall! Perfect outing for the family picking out pumpkins, seeing the animals and picking beautiful flowers!

From the owner: Free admission for all ages! Family Friendly pumpkin patch…read more Corn pit, petting zoo, hayrides, yard games, s’mores, and more!

Very fun place to visit as the farm is very family friendly. There's wagon tour and lots of fun…read moreactivities for kids. They also have LOTS of pumpkin selections and local farm goods. We liked our visit

We had a wonderful time at the pumpkin farm in October! We bought some of the white popcorn that…read morethey harvest. It is some of the best popcorn we have ever had!! Called and talked to Cory. Put in an order for 6 more bags and was able to pick it up that day. Wonderful family, we will be back!!!

We've been coming to fall harvest orchard for a few years and it seems to get better each time!…read moreEntrance is free but you can buy wristbands to be able to do more of the activities like the giant slide, large corn pit, mini putt, etc. The wristbands are well worth the price for the little ones in my opinion. They're able to do as many activities as they want and there are SO many to choose from. However, you can have plenty of fun there without the wristband. There is a smaller corn pit, animals to pet and feed, and other free activities to enjoy. There are also plenty of food trucks and spots to grab drinks which makes it ideal to spend a few hours there at least! In addition, they do have some apple trees to pick apples from if that's something you're looking for. It does get VERY busy so I'd recommend heading there pretty early. Looking forward to coming back for many years to come!

A visit in September at Fall Harvest Orchard is such a fun and welcoming place for families!…read moreThere's plenty of parking, which makes it super easy to visit even on busy weekends. It's a great place for kids -- tons of space to explore, cute animals, and plenty of fun activities to keep everyone happy. I especially love the variety of apples -- so fresh, crisp, and flavorful. You can tell everything is grown and handled with care. Whether you're there to pick apples, grab some cider, or just enjoy the fall atmosphere, it's a wonderful experience all around. A perfect fall tradition spot -- highly recommend!

A Wholesome Fall Outing That'll Make You Feel Like You Just Won the Pumpkin Super Bowl…read more If you're looking for a place that's got more heart than hype, this little gem is your ticket to autumnal joy. It's low-key, no-frills, and exactly the kind of spot with a "a vibe." You can meander through pumpkin fields like you're starring in your own feel-good movie, and the corn maze? Oh, it's a delightful hour-long wander that feels less like getting lost and more like finding your inner peace. The owner-operator is the real MVP--kind, knowledgeable, and clearly someone who knows their gourds from their grain. You'll feel welcomed, not upsold. And the prices? Let's just say they're friendlier than a golden retriever at a tailgate. Cost Breakdown (approx.): 9 pumpkins (including 3 specialty stunners) 3 adult + 1 child corn maze entries Total: $52 That's a steal, folks and kind of rare Bonus Points: Not crowded during MEA (Minnesota's fall break) Plenty of parking A few charming photo ops--perfect for capturing memories or just proving to your group chat that you do, in fact, leave the house.

Tom's is our favorite place to buy pumpkins! Pick your own with wagons ready to use to haul all…read moreyour goodies. The prices are super reasonable ($3.99 for any size at the time of this review). There is an area to clean your pumpkins and some fun photo ops as well. The patch is dog friendly and has a corn maze. The owner Tom is the nicest guy and readily available to help answer any questions you might have.