Apple Festival is back at Gibbs Farm on September 21, 2024! Mark your calendars, and don’t miss this end of summer event. We are celebrating with apple treats, apple games, apple activities, seed saving and facepainting!

In the orchard: Expert orchardists and amateur apple enthusiasts will be able to enjoy samples, test their pomology knowledge, try their hand at the cider press. This is a once a year opportunity to experience and learn about the truly special living collection of heritage apple varieties.

In the prairie:  Help us out by participating in a family friendly seed saving activity with MNSeed or grab a self-guided Tiŋta (prairie) exploration scavenger hunt.

In the courtyard: Eat some apple treats and make some apple art! Listen to music from Light of the Moon and get moving at 11:30 with Triple T Square Dancing Club. Bring your own picnic lunch and stay all day!

In the farm house: Take a guided tour through the historic Gibbs Farmhouse and learn about Minnesota farm life. After the tour, test your knowledge with our History trivia.

On the lawn: Make some art! We will be creating apple-themed woodblock prints and your very own mini-seed masterpieces. Be the art! Facepainting by our favorite: Barbara from Rainbow Party Arts. Plus apple games!

All apple treats and activities are included in admission price. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors (62+), $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free!