A Valley Full of Colour
5 Colourful Reasons to Visit
A Family Tradition in the Making
Classic Corn Maze Fun & More
For generations, Hunter Brothers Farm has been where families return each Autumn to celebrate the season together. What starts as a day at the farm has a way of becoming something more - an annual tradition shared with children, grandchildren, and the generations that follow. When the Corn Maze and Adventure Farm opens on September 12th, it feels like the season has officially begun. Spend a crisp day outside and let everyone find their own kind of fun. Young explorers can bounce on the jumping pillow, climb the Kernel Castle, pedal their way around the farm, or hop aboard the cattle train. Older kids can find their way through the corn maze, race rubber ducks, and test their skills at the rodeo round-up. And when it’s time to slow down, gather everyone aboard for a classic wagon ride.
Know before you go:
- Corn Maze: Open Monday-Sunday, with last admission at 5:00pm
- Adventure Farm & Wagon Rides: Available on Weekends and Thanksgiving Monday only
- Reserving tickets online is highly recommended. Tickets are available on-site only if the farm has not reached capacity.
Follow the Harvest Trail
Apple Orchards & Pumpkin Patches
As the days cool and the leaves begin to change, it’s time to Follow the Harvest Trail. 🍎🍐🍑
At Dukeshire’s Orchard Shade Farms, the U-pick opens September 19, inviting you to wander the orchard and pick your own apples, pears, and plums, all while enjoying beautiful views overlooking the Saint John River. Take home the flavours of the season or slow down and enjoy a fresh taste of the harvest along the way.
At Homestead Orchards, the U-Pick opens September 24, and their opening event is planned for Sunday, September 27. Enjoy a day packed with fall fun. Pick your own apples, enjoy live music, grab a slice of wood-fired pizza, and soak up the sights, sounds, and flavours of the season.
Finish the trail with pumpkins at Hunter Brothers Farm, where the harvest comes in every shape, size, texture, and colour imaginable. Wander through displays of tiny decorative gourds and giant carving pumpkins, and let the kids take the lead in finding their favourites. Take your time. The fun is in the hunt, and there’s no rush to find the perfect one.
Plan your harvest trail:
- Dukeshire's Orchard Shade Farms: 4204 Rt 105, Northampton
- Homestead Orchards: 70 Homestead St, Hartford
- Hunter Brothers Farm: 8534 Main St, Florenceville-Bristol
Gather For the Season
Tables with fall views. Tables with farm-fresh flavours. Fall is made for slowing down, settling in, and sharing a memorable meal. If you’re planning a weekend away, make room for a little culinary exploring, too. These two standout menus are serving up the season in deliciously different ways.
Find it at Sumac:
Fall lands on the plate with a parsnip and pear soup to start, followed by New Brunswick pork paired with local beets, apples, and porcini mushroom notes. Finish with a slice of golden plum cake for a sweet taste of the harvest.
Find it at Unit XIII:
The beloved spiced pear martini is back for the season, and it truly tastes like fall in a glass. Warm up with butternut squash soup, then dig into the grilled seafood trio for a delicious combination of flavours from both the field and the ocean.
The Sound of Race Day
Home to New Brunswick’s only Horse Track.
Connell Park Raceway is New Brunswick’s only racetrack with an annual race season on the Maritime circuit, featuring a half-mile track with a long-standing harness racing tradition. The 2026 season runs from September into late October, with several weekend dates perfect for adding some trackside excitement to a planned weekend trip. Settle in for an afternoon or evening of racing, with the Autumn series beginning Friday, September 18th. Admission is just $5, with ages 15 and under free.
📍Connell Park Raceway - 244 Connell St, Woodstock
| Saturday, September 26 | 1:00 pm |
| Saturday, October 17 | 1:00 pm |
| Saturday, October 24 | 1:00 pm |
| Saturday, November 7 | 1:00 pm |
| Saturday, November 14 | 1:00 pm |
Worth Timing Your Visit For
Limited-time Experiences & Entertainment
Backyard History Book Launch & Talk
📅 October 13, 2026 | 🕙 7:00 p.m. | 📍 128 Connell St, Woodstock
Some stories live in history books. Others are waiting to be told. This October, Connell House hosts Andrew MacLean, author, podcaster, and storyteller behind the popular Backyard History book series, for the launch of his fifth book.
Oktoberfest
📅 October 17, 2026 | 🕙 6:00 p.m - 11:00 p.m. | 📍 Exit 153 Restaurant, Florenceville-Bristol
Raise a stein and enjoy an evening of Bavarian-inspired food, live music, and Oktoberfest fun. Make a night of it with dinner and entertainment, then stay steps away at the hotel connected to the restaurant. Drink, dine, and stay all in one place this October.
The Dreamboats Live in Concert
📅 October 24, 2026 | 🕙 7:30 p.m. | 📍30 School St, Florenceville-Bristol
When the days grow shorter, head indoors for a night of music with The Dreamboats at the Weldon Matthews Theatre. Their high-energy take on ’50s and ’60s rock ’n’ roll brings classic songs, tight harmonies, and plenty of toe-tapping energy to the stage.