UPDATED 2024
Fall is definitely my favourite season! The cooler weather and all the fun family activities just make it so special. I wanted to share with you some great ideas for exploring our beautiful province this autumn. We’ve put together a list of six fall family activities in New Brunswick that are sure to be a hit!
Visit A Farmer’s Market in New Brunswick
It is the perfect time of year to visit a Farmer’s Market in New Brunswick. In addition to the lovely weather, there is a good selection of seasonal items available. Apples, pumpkins, sweet potatoes, and butternut squash are among the things available during autumn.
Check out our list of New Brunswick Farmer’s Markets, including a map and details.
Go Apple Picking
If you’re looking for a fun activity this fall, consider visiting a U-pick apple orchard! Make sure to plan ahead and check what apple varieties will be available during your visit. And don’t forget to try out some delicious apple recipes, in addition to snacking on the fresh apples.
Find New Brunswick Apple U-Picks near you (including an Interactive Map!). Visit our Apple Recipe Idea Board on Pinterest.
Pick Your Pumpkin At A Pumpkin Patch
Pumpkins are a universal sign of Fall! In addition to decorating, carving, and eating them, picking out your own, right from the field can be a fun family outing. There are several options for Pumpkin U-Picks in New Brunswick.
- Aulac – Trueman Blueberry Farms has u-pick pumpkins and all kinds of other fall fun! They are located at 255 Etter Ridge Road in Aulac Sackville.
- Memramcook – Petits Fruits de Pré-d’en-haut offers a pumpkin u-pick from late September until after Thanksgiving. Open weekends, they offer a wagon ride out to the pumpkin patch and are located at
- Belleisle Creek – Pope’s pumpkin u-pick is located at Belleisle Farms at 843 route 870 Belleisle Creek.
- Cocagne – Le Verger Goguen offers a u-pick pumpkin patch as well as apples, located at 401 Whites Settlement Rd in Cocagne.
- Keswick Ridge – Coburn Farms has a pumpkin u-pick, many lovely displays (including a pumpkin house), other produce to pick or purchase, and more.
Have Fun In A Corn Maze
Visiting a corn maze is a classic Fall family activity. New Brunswick has many options, and we are sure there are some large and small options close to you. Here are just a few from around the province:
- Aulac – Truman Blueberry Farm offers a corn maze, potato launcher, jumbo jumper, bakery, wagon rides, pumpkins, corn, and more! Located at 255 Etter Ridge Road, Aulac Sackville, NB
- Salisbury– Green Pig Corn Maze is located at 2927 Fredericton Road in Salisbury. Open Saturday and Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm. Open every weekend till Halloween. The bounce pad, straw mountain, and play are open as well.
- Florenceville-Bristol – Hunter Brothers Farm is open weekends from 10 am to 6 pm for their corn maze, wagon rides, and their Adventure Farm of 20 activities for families to enjoy! Order tickets online in advance to avoid disappointment.
- Miramichi – Fletchers Farm has a corn maze, located at 99 Rasche St., Nelson-Miramichi. Open most days 11 am to 6 pm (click the link for updates). Admission includes access to two mazes, a sunflower field, one free sunflower per customer (while supplies last), unlimited pedal karts, access to the farm park, and wagon rides!
- Keswick – River View Orchard offers a corn maze, apple picking, wagon rides, pumpkins, and more, located at 251 Rt. 616 in Keswick, NB. They are open daily 10 am to 6 pm, and 10 am to 5 pm on Sundays.
- Sussex – Freddy’s New Frenchy’s corn maze is located at 18 Wheeler Rd Sussex, NB
- Keirsteadville – The Bates Family Orchard is located at 1222 Route 850, Keirsteadville offers Apple U-pick with plenty of photo-worthy displays and a corn maze. Visit their Facebook page for up-to-date information on times and activities.
- Dawson Settlement – The Milton Mile Farm located at 800 Dawson Road, Dawson Settlement, offers a corn maze on weekends. (Not updated for 2023 yet)
- Hillsborough – Milton Mile Farm corn maze is located at 800 Dawson Road. Admission is $5 a person. They take debit, credit, and cash. The sunflowers are starting to go but they still have lots of beautiful blooms $1 a flower.
- Hillsborough – Farmer Brown’s Greenhouse offers a straw bale maze (not a corn maze, but still loads of fun!). They are located at 371 Osborne Corner Rd in Hillsborough.
Enjoy Family-Friendly Hikes to Fall Colours in New Brunswick
Hiking in the Fall has many advantages, including, cooler temperatures, fewer bugs, and breathtaking scenery and foliage! In our blog post, there are a few ideas for some family-friendly Fall hikes in New Brunswick. Peak fall foliage viewing is usually from late September thru early October.
While these options are all hiking locations, there are many additional Fall Foliage viewing options you can drive through or drive to. Taking the back roads will often reveal glorious fall views. Get out and explore NB!
For more fall foliage guides & viewpoints in New Brunswick, visit Tourism NB.
Fall Family Festivals
Each fall there are many family fall or harvest festivals throughout New Brunswick. We have an updated list of many Fall Family-Friendly Festivals in New Brunswick.
We hope you have found some inspiration for Family Activities to do right here in New Brunswick this Fall. We also have some other Fall posts you may enjoy:
Enjoy the Fall season in New Brunswick and be sure to get outside when the colours are bright and the fresh air is cool!
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