Enjoy Nebraska City’s Best Fall Events and Traditions at Lied Lodge
Toast an end to summer and celebrate the beauty and abundance of the harvest season at Arbor Day Farm and Lied Lodge in Nebraska City.
Fall arrives with fragrant, cool air that is simply irresistible. Trees, aglow with brilliant swaths of autumn hues, draw a picture-perfect landscape that is truly breathtaking.
In our orchards, families delight in fruitful adventures—from apple picking and hayrack rides, to searching for the perfect pumpkin to carve on Halloween. Nature enthusiasts enjoy the new season with outdoor activities such as hiking and leaf-peeping along forested trails.
Each season comes with its own unique charms, but the harvest season is truly a special time to stay at Lied Lodge.
Opening this Fall at Arbor Day Farm
What’s more, an exciting new nature attraction opens this fall at Tree Adventure at Arbor Day Farm. This three-acre, fun-for-all-ages destination takes you on a treetop adventure where you’ll explore nearly a dozen tree houses, cross suspended bridges, and tiptoe your way along netted walkways. It’s a one-of-a-kind experience up in the trees that’s guaranteed to bring out the kid in everyone!
Experience the
2019 Harvest Celebration
at Lied Lodge
Arbor Day and Lied Lodge are home to Nebraska City’s best fall festivals and local traditions. With mellow days, cool nights, and plenty of autumn-inspired activities at the annual Harvest Celebration, there is no better time to be outdoors.
Fill Your Itinerary with Family-Friendly Fun
U-Pick Apples
Orchards at Arbor Day Farm Tree Adventure
September 9–October 31
Apple picking is a wonderful experience the whole family can enjoy. Pick your own apples in the orchards or purchase pre-picked apples at the Apple House Market.
Enjoy a free hayride to the orchard on weekends: September 28–October 20 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Hayrack Ride, S’mores, & Storytelling
Lied Lodge & Conference Center
Fridays & Saturdays: September 27–November 9 | Evenings
Enjoy a mash-up of Arbor Day Farm’s most beloved fall season activities — all rolled into one unique family-friendly event. Go on a hayrack ride to Morton Oak tree, sip delicious hot chocolate and apple cider, enjoy a hot dog, make mouthwatering s’more treats, and listen to tales from a storyteller.
Tree Climbing at Tree Adventure
Arbor Day Farm Tree Adventure
September 28 & October 12 | 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Shimmy your way skyward along a tall oak savanna, but don’t worry, we’ll get you harnessed and secured for the trip. Expert guides will be there to keep you safe while offering instruction and encouragement.
This is a fun activity for kids and adults, so c’mon, when was the last time you climbed a tree?
Living History Weekend
Arbor Lodge Mansion
Weekends: September 28–October 27 | Hours Vary
Journey back in time to the bygone days of yesteryear. See historic trades, talents, and other demonstrations come alive inside the mansion and out on the grounds of Nebraska City’s National Historic Landmark.
The month-long event features a specific theme for each weekend. If you’re planning a trip. explore the Lied Lodge event calendar to find out what’s happening during your visit.
Heirloom Apple Tasting
Arbor Day Farm Preservation Orchard
Weekends: October 5-20 | 12 p.m.–4 p.m.
Sample some of the oldest and finest varieties of heirloom apples, many of which are no longer available in grocery stores. The Preservation Orchard represents one of the nation’s few collections of antique apple varieties, some of which date back as far as the 1600’s.
Halloween Pumpkin Party
Arbor Day Farm Tree Adventure
October 26 | 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Enjoy no-scare family-fun activities at the Tree Adventure. Our special pumpkin party offers free hayrack rides to the pumpkin patch and spook-tacular activities such as face painting, craft making, and adventures in the corn maze. Be sure to wear your walking shoes because the Tree House Trail will feature a Halloween-themed hike.
AppleJack Festival
at Arbor Day Farm
Celebrate the fall apple harvest at Nebraska City’s annual AppleJack Festival. Throughout the weekend, families and nature explorers enjoy an array of activities offered by Arbor Day Farm.
Round off your festival experience with a chef-inspired meal at the Timber Dining Room, followed by a relaxing stay in nature-inspired surroundings at Lied Lodge.
AppleJack Weekend
Arbor Day Farm
September 21–22 | Friday: 8 a.m.–6 p.m.; Saturday: 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Enjoy a weekend packed with activities. Shop at the craft show, snack on caramel apples, explore the all-new Treetop Village attraction, tour Arbor Lodge Mansion, go on a Discovery Ride, pick your own apples in the orchard, and much more.
Go to our Events Calendar and Attractions & Activities page to learn more.