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A zoo visit that includes a proper market trip without feeling like you are rushing through both experiences.

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Abma's Farm Market & Petting Zoo: Hillsborough image 1

Farm offers a clean, calm environment with friendly animals including rabbits, pigs, and alpacas. Visitors enjoy interactive experiences like a petting zoo, hayride, and corn maze. Market features fresh produce and baked goods in a cozy setting.

A clean family farm with a variety of animals like rabbits, cows, emus, goats, peacocks, and horned animals with crazy horns. The animals are well cared for and the staff is very welcoming, making it perfect for children.

Fresh produce and eggs from their chickens stand out at the market. Small but packed with homegrown fruits, bakery items, and meats, it offers strawberries that taste like candy and sugar plums.

People are saying

"It's so Kid Friendly; you can feed and pet all the happy, healthy animals."

"You can feed the happy, clean animals at this zoo."

"The petting zoo here is amazing; you can feed the animals."

Good to know

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The entry price is $5 for everyone visiting the petting zoo.

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Feeding buckets cost $8 each, with refills at $3.

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Online tickets are available but may not be convenient for spontaneous visits.

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Tinez Farms image 1

Farm offers family-friendly atmosphere with beautifully decorated areas and open spaces for children to run safely. Activities include cowtrain rides, petting zoo, zipline, and bounce houses, creating lively entertainment for kids. Evenings feature magical decorative lights enhancing the peaceful, welcoming vibe.

Petting zoo features friendly staff like Albert and Jesly who engage well with kids. Activities include pony rides and a cow barrel ride alongside the petting area.

Adorable plant market offers a variety of fruits, vegetables, and plants for sale. Vendors and staff are helpful, and the market includes easy lunch options and playful activities for children.

People are saying

"It's a fun farm experience with lots of animals and activities for kids."

"The petting zoo staff were so kind and friendly with the kids."

"I thought the plant market was the cutest."

Good to know

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The Easter event includes an egg hunt and costs $52 for one adult and one child.

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Parking at Tinez Farms has a $5 fee, which is not mentioned on the site.

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Expect a 30-minute wait for valet parking during busy events.

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Sun High Orchards image 1

Farm offers cozy market, fresh produce, and family-friendly activities like a petting zoo and hayrides. Atmosphere shifts from quiet and quaint to lively and crowded during peak times. Visitors enjoy homemade apple cider donuts and fresh ice cream amid scenic views and picnic areas.

A small petting zoo sits near the pumpkin and apple picking areas. Kids can feed the animals and enjoy hayrides designed for children.

Fresh homemade apple donuts stand out alongside a large selection of desserts. The market offers a great array of fresh vegetables and cozy jars of jams, butters, and spreads.

People are saying

"I loved the warm apple cider and donuts here."

"The staff here are super friendly and helpful."

"The market has delicious fresh desserts and baked goods."

Good to know

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The entry fee is $4 per person on weekends and $2 on weekdays.

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They accept cash only for entry; debit cards are accepted for purchases.

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Parking is available but can be challenging to find.

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Marando Farms & Ranch image 1
Farmers' market

Open-air farm market combines organic produce with family-friendly animal experiences like pony rides and a petting zoo. Warm, welcoming vibe fills the space, enhanced by live music on weekends. Visitors find a well-organized, community-focused atmosphere that blends fresh food with outdoor fun.

A petting zoo offers gentle critters for kids and anyone wanting to touch animals. It includes pony rides and hay rides alongside the petting area.

Fresh and thoughtfully sourced produce fills a very big, tidy market. Many homemade and store-bought items create a strong sense of community throughout the space.

People are saying

"I loved the petting zoo, especially the friendly goats."

"I came here for the fresh farm eggs."

"You can feed the animals at the petting zoo."

Good to know

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The entrance fee to the petting zoo is $5.40.

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Pony rides are available on weekends until 3:00 pm.

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They have upcoming pumpkin and Halloween activities in October.

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Tom's Farms image 1

Market combines fresh produce with live music and family-friendly attractions like a petting zoo and rides. Outdoor spaces offer shaded seating and a pond area for relaxation. Atmosphere blends a country, nostalgic vibe with a mix of lively and laid-back moments.

Kids find plenty to do with a petting zoo, a merry-go-round, and a Ferris wheel. The area also includes a train and magic shoes as part of the amusement park activities.

A farmers market offers fresh produce, warm sourdough bread, and tasty baked goods. A candy shop and a wine and cheese shop add variety, alongside pizza and a selection of IPA beers.

People are saying

"You can enjoy pizza and wine in the outdoor space."

"I found the market's variety of fresh produce and specialty items extensive."

"You'll love the petting zoo and pony rides."

Good to know

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The magic show runs twice daily on weekends.

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Entrance costs $1, but additional fees apply for some attractions.

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Wristbands for unlimited rides are available for $25.

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Bedner's Farm Fresh Market image 1

Bright, clean market with fresh produce and family-friendly activities like a petting zoo, corn maze, and pumpkin patch. Atmosphere feels welcoming and relaxed, with sunflower fields offering scenic spots for photos. Busy during festivals but usually quiet, attracting families and nature lovers.

Activities include a petting zoo, crafts, and a play yard that kids enjoy. Food trucks and music add to the lively outdoor atmosphere.

Fresh produce like strawberries, bell peppers, and cucumbers fills the market. It offers animal encounters and mining activities alongside shopping. The market supports local small businesses and welcomes families.

People are saying

"You can pick your own strawberries and vegetables at this market."

"I loved the fun activities like picking flowers and tractor rides."

"You can feed the animals in the petting zoo for an extra fee."

Good to know

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Entry to the pumpkin patch costs $25 per person, including children.

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Parking is free at the farm.

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The market has handicap accessibility and parking.

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Tanaka Farms image 1
Produce market

Farm features spectacular Christmas lights and a Japanese themed section with illuminated cherry blossoms and lanterns. Activities include a petting zoo, tractor rides, and crafts, creating a family-friendly atmosphere. The setting offers scenic views that bring a peaceful, serene feeling.

Petting zoo stands out with friendly animals to interact with. Activities include wagon rides, pumpkin and veggie picking, and a kids' play area.

Fresh produce and various goodies fill the market at the end of the visit. The market offers a wide selection of items to buy.

People are saying

"It's a fun place with activities perfect for families."

"The market staff here are first class and treat you like family."

"This zoo is a blast for the kiddos."

Good to know

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Admission is $35 for adults and $25 for children over 3 years old.

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Parking costs $10 and is available on-site.

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Reservations can be made easily online for tours and events.

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White Post Farms of Melville image 1

Children's farm offers spacious grounds with friendly animals including giraffes and lorikeets that visitors can feed and pet. The atmosphere is safe and welcoming, with kid-friendly activities like pony rides, playgrounds, and magic shows. Open-air aviary and tractor rides add to the engaging experience.

A mix of a petting zoo and animal exhibits offers close encounters, including seeing a giraffe up close. The setup is very kids friendly with a playground and seasonal events like pumpkin picking.

Excellent produce and fresh pies stand out in the market. Staff inside are friendly and helpful, creating a welcoming atmosphere.

People are saying

"It's so Kid Friendly; the animals are awake and eager for attention."

"I loved petting the zoo animals; it was the best petting zoo."

"You can get up close and feed most of the animals at this market."

Good to know

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Admission is $30 in cash; no debit or credit cards accepted.

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Parking is free and plentiful at the farm.

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Children can feed the animals during designated times.

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Ort Farms image 1

Huge farm set in an incredibly scenic valley offers family-friendly activities like hayrides, corn maze, and petting zoo. Atmosphere blends festival vibe with relaxing, well-maintained grounds and live music. Facilities include a beautiful store and safe walking paths between fields.

A petting zoo lets kids get close to animals. Activities include a hayride and a children's play area.

Fresh local produce and baked goods stand out at the farmers market. The roadside market offers a beautiful setup with a nice selection, and the whole area is dog-friendly.

People are saying

"It's so Kid Friendly with a pumpkin patch and apple picking."

"The corn maze and pumpkin patch are so much fun!"

"It's a great place for kids, with a fun petting zoo."

Good to know

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Expect long lines, especially for the monster truck event, with waits over 1.5 hours.

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Parking fills up quickly; arrive early to secure a spot.

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Admission for two adults, including all activities, is $50.

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Alstede Farms image 1

Enormous farm with miles of orchards and sprawling fields offers a lively atmosphere with live music and various kid-friendly activities like pony rides and a petting zoo. The space includes a well-organized party area and a market featuring fresh produce and baked goods. Crowds gather here, creating a busy and energetic vibe amid vibrant greenery.

Numerous activities for kids include pony rides, a petting zoo with goats and chickens, and an evergreen maze. Live music, homemade ice cream, cider donuts, and many photo spots add to the experience.

Freshly grown vegetables and local market items fill the clean produce market. Visitors can pick their own produce and buy items like carrots and romaine hearts.

People are saying

"It's so kid friendly, my little ones loved the farm animals."

"The live music here creates a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere."

"I loved the petting zoo with goats and chickens."

Good to know

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Entry fee is $30 per person, including children.

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Expect to pay around $200 for a family of four for entry and activities.

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Bring water as the grounds are large with little shade.

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