I will admit that I'm not much of a farm dude, though my father actually grew up on a tobacco farm…read more There's no tobacco here. At least not in the fields. I had the chance to accompany a friend to Spencer Farm for a relatively brief visit. While it was pretty brief, I was impressed. Spencer Farm was started by, you guessed it, the Spencers - Lori and Kyle. It started out as Spencer's U-Pick in 1982. They started out with strawberries. By 1986, they moved to a new farm on Cherry Tree Road. They expanded to include red raspberries, black raspberries, blueberries, and chrysanthemums. They've added pumpkins, asparagus, grapes, Christmas trees, and their son founded a winery that now also sits on the farm grounds. Spencer's now does pre-picked, you-pick, and wholesale fruit. In 2008, they further expanded the farm with a variety of Indiana products including ice cream, fudge, pies, jams, jellies, etc. As you can tell, I immediately wanted to see their sunflower field. I love, love, love sunflowers. One of the reasons I'm not particularly a farm dude is because farms are seldom very accessible. While Spencer's isn't perfect, there's a STRONG effort here to be accessible. I was honestly surprised and impressed. You could send me to the gift shop, and I could be a very happy camper. I will note that they have a strong photography policy. It's on their website, but if you're taking professional equipment I'd read the policies first as there are requirements. There's an awful lot to love here. The people are friendly. The farm is well laid out and surprisingly accessible (the fields obviously have some issues - they're fields). There's accessible parking close to the entrance. This would be a great place for families. Children should definitely enjoy it. There's a strong element of faith here, and that's radiated in the beauty of the surroundings and the service.

Had a great time with the you pick raspberries here. The general store is nice too with local honey…read moreand ice cream and pies and other goodies.

Need a local farm to go to? We found a hidden gem at…read moreWonderTree Farm and go every Tuesday morning! They sell fresh dairy, eggs, meat, sourdough, lotions, and other home goods--but the real magic is the experience. In the winter it's drive-thru style, but their summer setup just started and it's SO worth it You can: * get out and explore the farm * pet and feed animals ($1!) * ride a tractor * chat with the owner, Hunter My kids look forward to this every single week--it's become one of our favorite little traditions. It's truly a local hidden gem Just make sure to check their hours before you go since they're only open select days!

Wonder Tree is a fun little farm/venue that sells fresh milk, eggs, honey and meats. The barn is…read morealso used for events. I brought my granddaughter to see the chickens and other animals. There are baby chicks in the barns that she can see up close. Outside, she can feed the ponies and goats and see an antique tractor. This is a great place for the kids to learn about farming. The farm is a regenerative farm which promotes sustainable farming. There is a large tree in the back for which the farm was named after. I come for the fresh eggs at $6.50 a dozen. The fresh meats are expensive, but look tempting. The staff is welcoming and friendly.

10-19-25 Quick stop on a cold and drizzly day. Didnt walk around because of the weather. Bought a…read morefew items in the shop and had some mini apple cider donuts, hot cider and some kettle corn. #yum #ReviewsByRL

This is now becoming an annual tradition...a trip to the orchard and a fun day with music and…read moretreats! This family owned orchard is a you pick spot (or you buy already picked) and is a fun day outing. There is plenty of parking and they have ample picnic tables and patio seating. There is a fun play area for kids and they are rather casual about things so kids can enjoy the orchard as well. On weekends they have music in the fall so we got to enjoy some Bluegrass, local wine and treats plus apple cider and apples for home. Their slushiest are amazing but all of their treats are yummy, and who can resist a pumpkin or caramel apple? Definitely worth a visit!

My family had an amazing time at the winter days for Piney acres! Your price for your Trainer…read moretractor ticket also gets your kids activity crafts and hot chocolate and cookies and a meeting with Santa! The meeting with Santa was one of the best experiences we've ever had with a Santa Claus! They have a separate Santa Shack and families can go in one at a time so it's a more intimate and meaningful experience than having a line of people crowded behind you while you're trying to talk to Santa. The Santa was so jolly and sweet and my kids were all smiles the entire time. We had time to take pictures without a crowd around which we really enjoyed as well, and I'm definitely making these shots our family Christmas cards for the year! I'd love if there was a way for the farm to cover the train and tractor with a clear tarp if possible so that it wouldn't be so cold while you're looking at the lights. But also understand that you will be outside on about a 20 minute ride while you enjoy the lights so make sure you bundle up!

Drove 40 minutes to attend the kick off to the Autumn season. The mood was very 'whomp whomp'. At…read moreother farms in the area the Autumn season felt 'festive' - with music playing, decorations and smiling staff. Piney Acres seemed not quite ready for visitors. First, the pricing for entrance at the register didn't state what was charged for children under 16. Instead I paid the adult price for myself and two kids under age 6. The farms website says children up to age three pay $5. My son just turned three. Not a huge deal but kind of annoying. For $30 we couldn't go on the train or the big slide or the fossil dig. We could go on the cow train but I never found anyone standing near it. Did I have to go find someone? I still have no idea. My son wanted to do it. The fun things we did do were play in the 'sand' (more like fine gravel) play area, see the pigs and goats and pick pumpkins to buy. One thing we wanted to do but didn't was the bounce pad. It was filthy! Covered in sun baked mud. My oldest was really disappointed. The staff here were nice when we interacted with them, but they all seemed very preoccupied with talking amongst one another. I waited quite a while to have someone tally up my pumpkin order. No one seemed to know who was in charge of that task. I will say I bought a fair number of pumpkins and was fully expecting the total to be over $50 and it was only $29. So I guess I am calling it even on the overcharge for entry.

What a value you get when you visit this charming farm - a farm experience and a huge bouquet of…read moreflowers to arrange at home later for $30. We didn't know what to expect but knew there would be flowers to pick. We brought all of our own paraphernalia like scissors, a trug and even a vase. Leave that at home, ya'll because Anne-Marie provides all of that. One stipulation is if you have a long drive ahead of you, it might be a good idea to bring a vase. A tall paper cup is what you are provided and gets a little soggy as time passes. My kids are 5 and 3 and they both had so much fun picking flowers. We picked zinnias, sunflowers, strawflowers, daisies and cosmos. We purchased 2 bouquets and with that amount made 4 bouquets at home. It's amazing how many flowers fit in a tall paper cup. I'm not sure if dahlias are ever available but that is one flower I would love to be able to pick a bouquet of. Totally thinking of having my kids' bday party here next summer. Really such a great experience to get kids closer to nature.

Found this amazing place that is hidden gem secretly located in Zionsville. Came for the Sip and…read moreClip event which is on Thursdays 6-8p and costs $30. We brought our own wine and snacks which is encouraged. Open cutting of gorgeous selections of flowers. Many beautiful choices including sunflowers that are stunning. The owner has very well maintained paths and bundles your selections for the ride home. This is her second career and she does it well. She is very welcoming. There are tables and chairs but feel free to bring your own. So peaceful. Great girls night out event.

This is a simple family farm that sells mums and pumpkins. Simple as that. But you know how I heard…read moreabout it? Instagram. Yep, social media. They recently started their account and post stunning pictures of their mums and I knew I had to check it out for myself (follow them -- @zellersmarket). You're definitely in farm country, but you're actually about five minutes north of Klipsch Music Center and five minutes east of Stony Creek Farm. Like I said, it's their personal home with a barn and cows, and they sell pumpkins (large and mini), decorative gourds and mums. Prices are super reasonable - I snagged a larger mini pumpkin for $1 and mums are $10 tops. Note that this is a cash only joint, and you pay in a box on the honor code - took me awhile to figure that out as I was waiting for someone to greet me ;) Say hi to the cat Stormy!

Corn is tender, sweet and delicious! The tomatoes looked overripe and very soft. They needed to…read morebe refreshed. For a roadside market, the corn is always fresh and aside from tomatoes that's it for right now.

This was my first time attending Kelsay Farms and I went with some friends and other Butler…read morestudents! The farm is perfect for all ages and there were so many fun activities to do for kids and adults. The first thing my friends and I did was get food at the food station. I got a "spooky milkshake", which was delicious (not pictured). They had a choice between vanilla and chocolate soft serve ice cream and it was topped with whipped cream, a donut hole, and a brownie bite. It was very sweet and delicious. It seemed like a lot of people were buying those milkshakes. Then we moved on to the animal barn which was a ton of fun. They had a cow, pigs, chickens, ducks, a bunny, goats, lambs, and even a donkey! You weren't allowed to feed the animals, but you were allowed to pet them and they had a huge bottle of hand sanitizer for people to wash their hands after petting the animals. The animals were gentle and friendly, so parents delt parents felt safe for their kids to pet the animals. Next, we went through a corn maze, and they had a "big" corn maze and "small" corn maze. For the big corn maze, the farm does a different intricate design every year. This year, I believe it was a tractor. They even have signs and QR codes to scan so you could track how far along the maze you are as well as track how long you've been in the corn maze. Then we went on the tractor ride. While this was relaxing, it was very slow and there weren't a ton of beautiful farm views. At one point, we were riding along next to a highway, so that took away from the farm experience a little bit. I also thought they were going to do a bunch of stops at vegetable or pumpkin gardens if even flower patches, but they did not, which I was surprised about considering each hay ride was about 30 minutes long. I would recommend the hay ride to people who want a break from exploring the farm and want to give their feet a rest. After the hay ride, my friends and I decide to check out the gift shop, and they had a lot of stuffed animals, branded shirts and sweatshirts, cookie cutters, and candles that smelled heavenly. Next to the gift shop, they had more activities for people to do. One of the farm's main selling points is their story about Spookley the Square pumpkin. In this space they also set up a backdrop for people to take pictures and a "design your own pumpkin" station where they provide different shapes for eyes, noses, and mouths and you can pick and choose to color in each shape. Near the corn maze, there were a bunch of activities including a giant bounce pad, signs which different games to play (such as "find the corn [popcorn, cornpipe, corn dog, etc]", mazes, and "find the difference"), basketball, a small train for children to ride, human foosball, and a hay tower for people to climb. This pumpkin farm is great for families and friends to attend to have the perfect fall day. They also have a similar experience during the wintertime if you check out their website.

My family and I decided to go to Kelsay Farms for their Holiday Stroll. It wasn't crowded at all…read moreand we were able to walk around and enjoy all the decorated scenes. It's great for taking pictures. We got to visit Santa and enjoyed hot chocolate next to the fire. We will definitely be returning next year. Our pre-teen even said it was fun.

Yet another fun event that happens yearly on the Circle! It's like a farmer's market exploded into…read morea super-sized event! Sometimes I feel like I know most of the vendors that generally come to events like this, but then I'm reminded that I really don't! I love discovering new local purveyors of food, drinks, desserts, and other wares that always blow me away with their creativity and quality. I liked another reviewer's suggestion that it happen once a month during the summer. I get why they don't since it looks like it takes a fair bit of coordination. It's a fun time to relax, get some food, and discover new things all while taking in the cool look of the Soldier and Sailor's Monument. I really appreciate Indiana Grown's efforts to promote all the good things made in our state! Be sure to check them out on social media and get updates on more fun events and where to find this kind of thing during the year. (For example, they have a market at the State Fair every year!)

Just when I think I know of all Indy's local businesses, I headed to Monumental Marketplace and…read moreencountered even more. This event was more than your local farmer's market. It included local distilleries, wineries, breweries, bakeries- everything. I got to try BBQ bacon, a Cardinal Spirits cocktail, Guac and More guacamole and pico de Gallo, and much more. PS: I bought that pico de gallo because it was THAT good. It was my first time attending this event and you bet I'll be there next time! I feel like I didn't even get to encounter all the businesses because I kept stopping at so many gems.