Princeton’s Terhune Orchards Vineyard & Winery is celebrating the changing seasons with an array of festive events and activities, inviting families, friends, and wine enthusiasts to experience the charm of the historic farm through Fall Family Fun Weekends and an upcoming lineup of wine, art, and holiday-themed programming. The autumn festivities run through November 2, 2025, while additional events continue into December, making Terhune Orchards a must-visit destination for seasonal entertainment in New Jersey.
During Fall Family Fun Weekends, held every Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., visitors can immerse themselves in classic autumn experiences. Guests can pick their own apples and pumpkins, navigate hay bale and corn mazes, enjoy wagon rides, and visit the barnyard to meet farm animals. Children can engage in creative activities such as pumpkin painting, participate in the hippity-hop corral, and even watch entertaining duck races. Meanwhile, live music performances from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. set a lively backdrop for an afternoon at the farm. Visitors can also explore the winery, sampling Terhune’s award-winning wines while enjoying light fare from the Barn Door Café or Pam’s Food Pavilion. Admission is required for festival and winery entry, though children under 3 are welcome free of charge.
Looking beyond autumn, Terhune Orchards continues its seasonal programming with a Fall Art Show running through December 7, 2025, celebrating “50 Years of Terhune Orchards.” The show features works from local artists displayed in the farm’s historic barn, offering an intimate space to enjoy regional creativity. On October 30, 2025, the winery will host a lively Trivia Night, pairing general knowledge fun with a relaxing vineyard atmosphere from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Guests can also place orders for Thanksgiving pies beginning November 4, 2025, and later in the year, the Holiday Wine Trail Weekend from November 28–30, 2025, invites visitors to toast the season with friends and family.
Terhune Orchards, celebrating five decades under the Mount family, is located at 330 Cold Soil Road, Princeton, New Jersey, with apple picking also available at a separate orchard on 13 Van Kirk Road. The farm store and outdoor market feature fresh produce, baked goods, cider, and a variety of wines produced on-site. Visitors can select from a glass or tasting flight of Terhune wines, perfectly paired with cheese platters, homemade salsa, and other light offerings from the café menu.
In addition to the rich variety of activities, live music from local performers enhances the weekend experience. Held from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., the music lineup spans genres including jazz, blues, folk, and rock, creating an inviting and vibrant atmosphere for all ages. Even in the case of inclement weather, festivities move indoors, ensuring that visitors can enjoy the seasonal entertainment without disruption.
As the season progresses, Terhune Orchards remains a premier destination for weekend relaxation, family outings, and cozy autumn experiences. Whether sampling award-winning wines, wandering through the pumpkin patch, or enjoying the rhythm of live music, visitors can embrace the sights, tastes, and sounds of fall in central New Jersey. Upcoming weekends through December 28, 2025, continue to offer opportunities to explore the orchard, enjoy fresh food, and take part in seasonal celebrations, making Terhune Orchards a year-round treasure.
For more information about events, wine tastings, and seasonal programming at Terhune Orchards, visit Terhune Orchards Vineyard & Winery.
