The absolute cutest little patch there is. Pumpkins are always clean and affordable. There is stuff…read morefor kids and fun little photo ops. A hidden gem!

What a great find for pumpkin picking season! We live on the NE side of Lincoln and this is just a…read moreshort 15-minute drive up O St. I loved pulling up and seeing the family pulling pumpkins fresh from the farm while we picked our favorites from bins around the property. While my sister and I shopped and styled our pumpkins, the kids played on the playground and in the stock tank full of corn. They even had kitties to see and other things to buy, like corn stalks and mums. This is a self-service patch so you either put cash in the can or they do accept Venmo. Learn more at https://www.facebook.com/Oehlerking-Punkin-Patch-110240077491020/

This place is huge so if you have kiddos bring snacks, strollers, and comfy attire…read more You can spend a solid few hours letting the kiddos play and enjoy the outdoor activities. They do a fun game where if you find a golden pumpkin you get a free cotton candy!

Update fall 2023. Even more fun things to jump and play on! Adding picture of pumpkin prices. They…read morehave HUGE variety of pumpkins!

Another great crop of pumpkins that didn't break the bank! We got a patio full of pumpkins for less…read morethan$30 and that was on a normal day, it was really fun for the kids to play around. I'm lucky I live on this side of town because it's really inexpensive fall fun. They are making little improvements as well! The whole staff is friendly and they have "the eye" check out system that really seems to work for us lol!

Opening day- no field picking due to rains this summer. All pumpkins are in wagons. Gourds not in…read moreyet. They did have cornstalks, straw bales and millet. Prices very reasonable!

We attended the craft fair for AppleJack this past weekend and were impressed! Great music, far…read moresuperior to most outdoor festivals of this type. It's a lovely spot with a great view and there was a large variety of vendors. If you like hand crafted goods, petting zoos, and pumpkin patches this is a great stop in Nebraska City.

I have consistently hit Skinny Bones each year since my kids were little. It's tough to gauge if…read moreit's expensive still, or just cheaper than another pumpkin patch but for a family of four it's about a $200+ day . We did spend nearly four hours here last Saturday despite it being a bit chilly. I will say they finally have a lot more to do, and I appreciate the updates they've made to make it more of a day trip than a quick trip. We rode all the rides, slid the slides, and hit both train/hayracks. We spent our lunch in the food barn and got some discount hoodies and tops in the market. We also got 2 over prices pumpkins but when in rome. You can't leave SBP without their very tart apple cider donuts. so good! We'll continue to come back, even if it's a a pricey day.

Skinny Bones has become our go-to pumpkin patch for the kids. They have a little bit of everything…read morenow: Hayrack rides, corn maze, corn pit, train rides, huge slides, daily performances, and more for the whole family to enjoy! My boys love visiting each year to see what's new, and visit their old favorites. As some other reviews said, yes the price has went up, but so have the amount of activities. It's still much more affordable than other options in the area for the amount of attractions they have. I always appreciate how friendly and helpful the staff are each time we're here. Definitely recommend coming earlier in the day to get your money's worth!

10/ 26/2025 This was my first visit with some well seasoned…read morefriends that knew the layout of all the food/drink spots to hit. This place gives all the Halloween town vibes, it gives off the childhood feels that makes you want to walk around all day and just enjoy the day. We hit the spots for a nice warm brew sat outside next to the fire pits (nice touch). Lines weren't as bad as they looked the lil piggy race was too cute I loved how they chose people of all ages. The food got great reviews from my friends especially the pot pies. The gift shop to exit was a really nice touch as well with something for everyone

Vala's is a great spot if you have kids. I will say that they have added more things for adults to…read moreenjoy, but I would say it's not enough to vindicate the high admission price on the weekend. They continue to add new attractions, which is great, but the older attractions are broken down and covered in dust. The best thing to do at Vala's as an adult is try some of the delicious food and drinks. Today I tried an apple cider slushie and a piece of the brown butter pie. Both were absolutely delicious!

Roca Berry Farm is a hidden gem just outside of Lincoln, NE. This farm has everything you are…read morelooking for during your fall adventures! We went at the start of their season, and were blown away by the activities and attractions here for the kids. Train rides, peddle carts, haunted houses, corn maze, daily shows and more! Everyone was so kind and welcoming from the front gate all throughout the park. On top of that, the food selections were excellent! BBQ station, burgers, chicken fingers, among many others. I would absolutely add Roca Berry Farm to your list of fall farms to check out!

This is my 6th consecutive year at the farm - this year fell flat…read more We headed to the Smokehouse at 6:15 for some food before the night time attractions as the website states it's open til 6:30p on Sundays. We arrived and the crew was leaving, and said they closed at 6. The staff were friendly and told us where we could head for food. We picked Barry's as the website showed a burger basket with fries. We arrived and ordered and there were no fires or even toppings (besides ketchup and mustard) for the burger. The funnel cakes were amazing, as always. I would recommend this place, as it is neat! But, maybe just eat supper before arriving if you want a quality meal. The attractions this year were ever changing and evolving as always, the night time frights don't disappoint!

We love wenninghoffs! We can always get an amazing…read moreassortment of locally grown food here and we recently signed up for the weekly food pickup! We always get something special like peaches or fresh tomatoes. For only $15 a week (paid in a lump sum at the beginning of the summer) it's so worth it. We always have something local to have with dinner!

We finally stopped in at Wenninghoff's after two years of driving by and saying, "We should go…read morethere sometime." I'm glad we did! The market is packed with locally made and grown products. We picked up some sandwich pickles, local honey, and a massive seedless watermelon. Prices on some items were a little higher than expected, but given they're local, I didn't mind paying a bit extra--it feels good to support nearby farmers and makers. That said, there are a few things I'd probably skip. One thing to note: they add a $1 fee for card transactions, so if you want to avoid that, bring cash!

We had a wonderful time Thursday evening for their bike night celebration. There were hundreds of…read morebicycles. They have a live band-from like 6-9pm? food & drink stations, and lots to see if you want to walk around. Although there were long lines to get food & drinks, it seemed to go quickly because the band was playing, you could people watch and just talking to the people in front or behind you. Everyone was so nice! They do have a different selection of drinks at different bars, so be sure to check that out. I think the value for what we purchased was decent. If you don't want nachos & tacos there's another food stand up the hill with hamburgers & hot dogs! Seems to be something for everyone & all ages are welcome! There's a lot of picnic tables & you can bring a folding chair. This is a nice venue to chill & hang out especially after a long bike ride!

Bellevue Berry Farm is a cool place but I feel more geared towards teens and adults. I love the…read morevibe of this pumpkin patch but I am often bummed that the food options aren't always open. It's fun that I feel you can do in about two hours and call it. I haven't been later at night because it does turn into a haunt place which is definitely fun for the people that love a good jump scare. I love the gift shop at the entrance and exit because they have fun little items. Definitely a place to go if you feel up for a good but light hearted scare.

This was our first visit to Nelson's Farm for the Strawberry Festival, and overall we had a very…read moregood experience. Originally, we planned to come just to pick strawberries because we had seen information online that led us to believe that was an option without attending the full festival. When we arrived, however, we learned that picking strawberries required purchasing full festival admission. Weekend tickets were $20 per person, with adults and children paying the same price. I think clearer communication on the website, social media, and at the farm itself regarding admission requirements would help set expectations. Since we ended up purchasing festival admission, we decided to explore everything the event had to offer...and there was quite a bit. The atmosphere reminded me a little of Valas Pumpkin Patch, but with a more relaxed, family-owned feel. In some ways, it felt more like the Valas I remember from growing up. Nelson's offers plenty of activities, but it still feels authentic and community-focused rather than highly commercialized. There were several giant slides, jumping pillows, farm animals to pet and feed, a playground, a corn pit, football and basketball games, and many other activities for kids. I imagine many of these attractions are available throughout the season, not just during Strawberry Festival. One thing they did especially well was the festival theming. There were adorable strawberry-themed photo opportunities throughout the property, cute displays, and thoughtful decorations. In the café and market, they had strawberry garlands, themed signs, and all sorts of strawberry-inspired merchandise. The market was particularly well done, with everything from strawberry candies and treats to strawberry-themed hair clips, keychains, cups, and other fun items. Like many farms, they offer a tractor-pulled ride out to the strawberry fields, which was much appreciated. The strawberry patch itself was larger than I expected. Some areas had been picked over, but there were still plenty of good berries if you took your time and looked around. It took my family of three about 30 minutes to pick roughly 1 1/2 pounds. We were told the berries are smaller this year because they're June-bearing strawberries, but they were incredibly sweet and flavorful. At $4 per pound, the pricing felt very reasonable for fresh local strawberries and comparable to what I'd expect to pay at a farmers market. One area for improvement would be adding more shaded seating for parents. Some of the attractions--particularly the large slides and jumping areas--have limited shade and seating nearby. We visited on a hot, humid Nebraska day, which isn't exactly unusual, so a few more places for adults to sit comfortably while supervising children would make the experience even better. I also appreciated seeing several American flags displayed around the property. It's always nice to see that sense of patriotism and community pride. Finally, every employee we interacted with was friendly, helpful, and welcoming. The staff genuinely seemed focused on creating a positive customer experience and maintaining the feel of a family farm. They do a very good job of that. Despite the confusion regarding admission, we had a fun day, picked some fantastic strawberries, and would absolutely consider visiting again.

I don't know where to even begin other than Nelson Produce Farm is truly a Nebraska spring staple…read moreand that if you have the opportunity to attend the Tulip Festival, you need to take it. The admission price is worth it for how many attractions there are here, and there is truly something for every age! Upon entering the farm, you are greeted with tons of cute decorations, garland, and photo ops, which are super fun and make the experience all-encompassing. I also thought they did a great job with signage since I was on the hunt for the tulips! There were two main sections for tulips: U-Pick, and for viewing only. Along my way to the decorative tulip fields, I was greeted by the cutest llamas and cows, and there were tons of adorable farm themed toys and set-ups, which would make this a great place to bring your family. The tulip fields alone were worth this visit. They were absolutely magnificent and there was such a gorgeous variety. Even with difficult weather, they still looked pristine and it didn't even feel like I was in Nebraska anymore! I used to live along the border of Germany/the Netherlands (where tulips are famed to grow) and I have seen many tulip attractions throughout my life, and Nelsons was still one of the best and most enjoyable experiences. I also chose to do U-Pick, which I regretted only because of the freezing weather, high winds, and my choice to wear a sundress, none of which is Nelsons fault. If the weather had been better this would be such a fun experience, and I still enjoyed browsing for the prettiest flowers. After picking a small bouquet, I made my way to the Farm Market, which was a huge shop full of everything from local products, foods, and goods, to Tulip Festival merch and fun mementos. There was also a small cafe where I got an iced coffee and took a moment to relax and enjoy the moment. I also ended up buying a small Schleich chicken figurine as a souvenir, and everyone who worked at Nelsons was incredibly sweet and friendly. I will absolutely be returning in the future and recommending this experience to everyone I know!