Join us for the Return of Pickle Fest at Great Country Farms!
June 27 & 28, 2026 | Time 10:00 a.m. – 4:00pm
Join us for Pickle Fest at Great Country Farms—where summer is in full swing and we’re dedicating an entire weekend to celebrating the cucumber in its finest form: PICKLED!
Bring the whole family and enjoy:
- All things pickle—from food to fun!
- Local artisan vendors
- Farm-fresh eats & craft beverages from Henway Hard Cider
- Classic farm attractions and plenty of silly pickle-themed games
NEW for 2026
-
- More Pickled food including Pickle Pizza & Pickled Irish Nachos featuring Route 11 Pickle Potato chips
- More Drinks – Pickled Slushies + Pickle Cideritas
- More Games – We have added Pickle Flip Cup & B-I-N-G- O on both Saturday & Sunday!
Take a wagon ride through our regenerative farm fields, visit with our friendly goats, and challenge yourself on our Farm Ninja obstacle course, giant slides, and jumping pillow. Farm 15-acre play area open 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Schedule of Funtivities @ The Henway Cider Barn:
- 10am & 10:30am Pickling Class @ Henway ($18/ participant to add on this experience )
- 11:30 Pickle Parade – Decorate your stroller/wagon or trike
- 12pm Pickle Costume Contest Most Spirited– Who will win the Big Dill and the Little Gerkhin Title?
- 1pm- Family Games
-
- Pickle Toss followed by Pickle Flip Cup
- 2pm: Pickle Bingo
-
- Bingo Break: Pickle Juice Chugging Contest – challenge our own Chef Corey for Bragging Rights!
- 3pm Blind Pickle Tasting to Identify the Brand of Pickle at Henway ( $5/participant to add on this event – Limited Event)
- Identify the vendor for each dill pickle and get them all right be entered in the drawing to win.
️Admission: Advance: $12.00 per child | $14.00 per adult + $1.00 ticketing fee
Tickets at the Gate: $16.00/ guests of all ages
Includes wagon rides, farm attractions, and more! After a fun-filled day on the farm, explore our sister properties for tastings of craft wine, cider, and beer—just down the road in scenic Bluemont. Children 2 and under are no charge. Military Families please use the Military Ticket option for complimentary Military Family Admission to the Farm.
Become a Vendor!
Are you a local vendor with unique crafts or delicious? We’re inviting you to be part of our Pickle Fest! Showcase your products to a joyful, summer weekend crowd, eager to buy goodies and gifts! Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a sweet Summer event that celebrates community, culinary creations and the local artisans!
Request to be A Vendor at Pickle Fest!
