U-Pick Apples

Enjoy the natural beauty of the fall season by picking your own apples in the Arbor Day Farm orchards behind the Tree Adventure beginning September 14. U-Pick typically continues into early-October, depending on weather and apple harvest. We will update the event calendar as soon as a closing date is determined.

Tree Adventure admission is not required to access the orchard for U-Pick Apples. Purchasing U-Pick Apples in advance for AppleJack Weekends (Sept. 21-22 & 28-29) is highly encouraged. Tickets will be available to purchase soon. Please note: the orchard and all Arbor Day Farm attractions are open Tuesday through Sunday only.

Questions? Call 402-873-8717.

Join us for seasonal activities September through October as we celebrate the fall season at Arbor Day Farm. View the event calendar for more information about other events taking place.

Complete your getaway with an overnight stay at Lied Lodge. Please call our Reservations Team to check the latest availability: 800-546-5433.

CLOSED ON MONDAYS

Fall at Arbor Day Farm

The fun of the fall season lasts the entire months of September and October at Arbor Day Farm. Make your plans today to visit the Tree AdventureApple House Market, and Arbor Lodge Mansion for autumn-inspired activities, including:

  • U-Pick Apples (mid-Sept. thru early to mid-October) at the Tree Adventure
  • Living History Weekends at Arbor Lodge
  • Two Weekends of the AppleJack Festival (Sept. 21-22 & 28-29)
  • Wine & Hard Cider Tasting
  • Antique Apple Tasting at the Tree Adventure
  • Oktoberfest at Steinhart Lodge (Oct. 18)
  • Pre-picked Apples, Apple Pie, Apple Donuts, Apple Cider, Caramel Apples, and more at the Apple House Market

These activities take place at various times throughout the season. Check the events calendar for specific details.

ALL ATTRACTIONS CLOSED MONDAYS.

Secure your spot by purchasing attraction and event tickets in advance here. General admission ticket is not required.

AppleJack Weekend #2

It’s weekend #2 of the AppleJack Weekend Festival and time for a TASTE OF APPLEJACK! Head to Arbor Day Farm for fresh apples, caramel apples, fresh-pressed cider, apple cider slushies, apple pie, apple donuts, antique apple tasting, and more. You can even enjoy food truck fare or grab some delicious barbecue at Porter’s.

In addition, experience time in the trees at the Tree Adventure this weekend, pick your own apples, sip wine overlooking the orchard, and take a stroll through history at Arbor Lodge.

There’s so much to see and do, you might as well make it a weekend with an overnight stay at Lied Lodge. Call 402-873-8733 or book now online.

For your convenience, the Tree Adventure and Arbor Lodge Mansion will require tickets for admission. Purchase attraction and special event tickets here. Space will be limited. We cannot guarantee entrance to these attractions/activities without a pre-purchased ticket.

AppleJack Weekend #1

Join us for the first of two AppleJack Festival Weekends! Where better to experience the fruits of the orchard than at Arbor Day Farm?! Savor seasonal tastes and activities, including:

  • U-pick Apples
  • Caramel Apples, Fresh Apple Pie, Apple Donuts, Apple Cider & Apple Cider Slushies
  • Wine & Hard Cider Tasting
  • Love the Local Makers Market
  • Live Performances from Omaha Street Percussion
  • Model A Antique Auto Display at Arbor Lodge (Sunday only)
  • Antique Cider Press Demonstrations

Plus enjoy lunch at a food truck or grab barbecue from Porters, experience time in the trees at the Tree Adventure, and take a stroll through history at Arbor Lodge. AppleJack activities take place throughout Nebraska City and include a parade downtown on Saturday, Sept. 21. Learn more about activities happening throughout Nebraska City here.

There’s so much to see and do, you might as well make it a weekend with an overnight stay at Lied Lodge. Call 402-873-8733 or book now online.

For your convenience, the Tree Adventure and Arbor Lodge Mansion will require tickets for admission. Purchase attraction and special event tickets here. Space will be limited. We cannot guarantee entrance to these attractions/activities without a pre-purchased ticket.

AppleJack Weekend #2

It’s weekend #2 of the AppleJack Weekend Festival and time for a TASTE OF APPLEJACK! Head to Arbor Day Farm for fresh apples, caramel apples, fresh-pressed cider, apple cider slushies, apple pie, apple donuts, antique apple tasting, and more. You can even enjoy food truck fare (on the Farm or downtown) or grab some delicious barbecue at Porter’s. There’s even the Taste of AppleJack All Things Apple Contest in the Historic Barns on Sunday. Sponsored by Nebraska City Tourism & Commerce commission, this tasty activity is a qualifying event for the 2023 World Food Championships!

In addition, experience time in the trees at the Tree Adventure this weekend, pick your own apples, sip wine in the orchard, and take a stroll through history at Arbor Lodge.

There’s so much to see and do, you might as well make it a weekend with an overnight stay at Lied Lodge. Call 402-873-8733 or book now online.

Please Note: For your convenience, the Tree Adventure and Arbor Lodge Mansion will require tickets for admission. Purchase tickets here. Space will be limited. We cannot guarantee entrance to these attractions/activities without a pre-purchased ticket. Arbor Day Farm attractions are open Tuesday through Sunday only.

AppleJack Weekend #1

Join us for the first of two AppleJack Festival Weekends! Where better to experience the fruits of the orchard than at Arbor Day Farm?! Savor seasonal tastes and activities, including:

  • U-pick Apples
  • Caramel Apples, Fresh Apple Pie & Apple Donuts
  • Apple Cider & Apple Cider Slushies
  • Wine & Hard Cider Tasting
  • Live Performances from Omaha Street Percussion
  • Award-winning Author Stephanie Grace Whitson at Arbor Lodge for Book Signing

Plus enjoy lunch at a food truck or grab barbecue from Porters, experience time in the trees at the Tree Adventure, and take a stroll through history at Arbor Lodge. AppleJack activities take place throughout Nebraska City and include a parade downtown on Saturday, Sept. 16 at 1 p.m. Learn more about activities happening throughout Nebraska City here.

There’s so much to see and do, you might as well make it a weekend with an overnight stay at Lied Lodge. Call 402-873-8733 or book now online.

For your convenience, the Tree Adventure and Arbor Lodge Mansion will require tickets for admission. Purchase tickets here. Space will be limited. We cannot guarantee entrance to these attractions/activities without a pre-purchased ticket. Arbor Day Farm attractions are open Tuesday through Sunday only.

Harvest Celebration 2023

The fun of the Harvest Celebration lasts all fall season at Arbor Day Farm. Plan now to visit the Tree AdventureApple House Market, and Arbor Lodge Mansion for autumn-inspired activities, including:

  • U-pick Apples (mid-Sept. thru early to mid-October) at the Tree Adventure
  • Living History Weekends at Arbor Lodge
  • Two Weekends of the AppleJack Festival, including Food Trucks (Sept. 16-17 & 23-24)
  • Wine & Hard Cider Tasting
  • Antique Apple Tasting at the Tree Adventure
  • Private Sunset Orchard Wine Tasting
  • Oktoberfest at Steinhart Lodge (Oct. 20)
  • Pre-picked Apples, Apple Pie, Apple Donuts, Apple Cider, Caramel Apples, and more at the Apple House Market

These activities take place at various times throughout the season. Check the events calendar for specific details.

Secure your spot by purchasing attraction and event tickets in advance here.

Complete your adventure with a stay at Lied Lodge for the perfect family escape. Overnight reservations: 800-546-5433 or online.