Group Outings / Group Rates / Special Events
Host an unforgettable outing for your corporation, college, youth/church group, or other organization at Shelburne Farm! We offer the following packages for the 2019 Fall Harvest:
Apple Picking Classic
Weekends - $19.95 per adult, $18.95 per child (20 guest min.)
Weekdays - DISCOUNTS* available; inquire about pricing and availability
Adult Apple Picking Bag (Approx. 7 lbs.) OR Child Drawstring Bag (Approx. 3 lbs.) per guest
Cider Donut Service (Approx. 2-3 per guest)
Cold Cider Service
Hot Mulled Cider Service
Hot Coffee Service
Hay Ride
Children’s FUN PASS: all day access to children's attractions: Moon Bounce, Pedal Tractors, Mini-Hay Maze, Tractor Playground, Duck Races, Hay Climbing Pyramid
Visit the barnyard animals: Llama, Goats, Sheep, Alpacas, Baby Chicks, Miniature Donkeys, Bunnies
Single Gathering Table for Service Items
Apple Picking Classic Lite
Weekends - $17.95 per guest (25 guest min.)
Weekdays - DISCOUNTS* available; inquire about pricing and availability
Adult Apple Picking Bag (Approx. 7 lbs.) per guest
Cider Donut Service (Approx. 2-3 per guest)
Hay Ride
Apple Picking Enhanced Classic
Weekends - $29.95 per adult, $27.95 per child (30 guest min.)
Weekdays - DISCOUNTS* available; inquire about pricing and availability
All items included in Apple Picking Classic PLUS:
Private Striped Party Tent 400 sq. ft. OR Rustic Party Barn 450 sq. ft. (4 hours)
Antique Blacksmith Shop may be available for additional fee; inquire at booking time
3 private picnic tables covered in red checked vinyl cloth
Inquire about field games available for corporate events
Apple Picking Hilltop Overlook
Weekends - $32.95 per adult and $29.95 per child (40 guest min.)
Weekdays - DISCOUNTS* available; inquire about pricing and availability
All items included in the Apple Picking Classic PLUS:
Private white party tent 800 sq. ft., scenic orchard location, adjacent blacksmith shop
Round tables, individual chairs, linens, and thematic centerpieces for each table
Optional In-Season Fruit Picking Add-ons
Peach or Asian Pear Picking: $25.00 / box
Pumpkin Picking: $9.95 / person (up to 20 lbs.)
Optional Food Add-Ons
Barnyard BBQ - $17.95 / person (30 guest min.)
All grilled food is prepared at our apple wood-fired charcoal grill and brought directly to your tented area at a
designated time.
Choice of Top Sirloin Hamburgers/Cheeseburgers, Veggie Burgers, All-Beef Hot Dogs, Ballpark Italian Sausage,
Grilled Cheese, or Assorted Wrap Sandwiches
Red Bliss Potato Salad
Spring Mix Salad with House Vinaigrette Dressing
Assorted Chips
Apple Crisp à la Mode
NOTE: Barnyard BBQ requires either Enhanced Apple Picking Classic, Hilltop Overlook, or other reserved seating areas to allow for food service and gathering. Apple Picking Classic does not include reserved seating.
Dessert Platters: $35.95 / dozen
Hand-Dipped Caramel Apples
Homemade Monster Whoopie Pies, Assorted Flavors
Jumbo Cookies, Assorted Types
Apple Pie à la Mode: $5.95 / serving
Gifford’s Homemade Ice Cream, Choose from 16 Flavors, including Seasonal Favorites Peach, Pumpkin,
Red-Raspberry, and Apple Crisp
Aunt Jeaninne’s Homemade Fudge, Assorted Flavors: $3.95 / serving
Optional Entertainment**
Your event can be customized with many different entertainment options, such as:
• Pony Rides • Clowns • Dunk Tank • Photographer
• Inflatables • Field Games • Private Hay Ride
Shelburne Farm Group Event Terms and Conditions:
PRICING: All pricing is per person. All guests in a party are required to purchase a package ticket. Guests may not share picking bags or any other items. Entrance to the orchard on a group rate is not permitted without an individual picking bag, i.e., a purchased package ticket.
DEPOSIT & FINAL PAYMENT: A non-refundable deposit of 50% based on estimated final bill is due at time of booking. Dates cannot be held unless deposit is received. Deposit and final payment may be paid via credit card or business check. Final payment and final guest count are due one week prior to event.
GUEST COUNT GUARANTEE: Final guest count must equal or exceed package minimum and is due one week prior to your event, after which final guest count cannot be reduced. Guest counts may be increased up to three days prior to event. Guest count increases must be paid in full prior to date of event.
SCHEDULE: Tented events last four hours from agreed upon start time.
WRISTBANDS: Shelburne Farm group guests upon arrival to the designated event gathering area will receive a wristband or tickets, which will entitle guests to obtain access to the attractions and/or picking add-ons included in their package.
CANCELLATION/RESCHEDULING POLICY: Shelburne Farm events take place rain or shine due to our short harvest season, high demand, and limited availability. In the event of severe inclement weather during the time for which your event is scheduled, we will work with you to reschedule. Reschedule dates are subject to facilities availability at the discretion of Shelburne Farm management.
FOOD AND BEVERAGE POLICY: Shelburne Farm offers a comprehensive food and beverage menu that can be incorporated into your event. Therefore outside or third-party food and beverages are not permitted without prior written permission from the Shelburne Farm event coordinator. Ask your event coordinator for more information. In some cases if permission is granted additional fees may apply.
*Additional discounts are available for larger groups. Early bird discounts are available for events taking place prior to September 16, 2019. Additional discounts are available for weekday events, excluding Labor Day (September 2, 2019) and Columbus Day (October 14, 2019). Inquire for details at time of booking. Discounts may not apply during peak season.
** Rates and availability vary; inquire about your event date.
Weekends - $19.95 per adult, $18.95 per child (20 guest min.)
Weekdays - DISCOUNTS* available; inquire about pricing and availability
Adult Apple Picking Bag (Approx. 7 lbs.) OR Child Drawstring Bag (Approx. 3 lbs.) per guest
Cider Donut Service (Approx. 2-3 per guest)
Cold Cider Service
Hot Mulled Cider Service
Hot Coffee Service
Hay Ride
Children’s FUN PASS: all day access to children's attractions: Moon Bounce, Pedal Tractors, Mini-Hay Maze, Tractor Playground, Duck Races, Hay Climbing Pyramid
Visit the barnyard animals: Llama, Goats, Sheep, Alpacas, Baby Chicks, Miniature Donkeys, Bunnies
Single Gathering Table for Service Items
Apple Picking Classic Lite
Weekends - $17.95 per guest (25 guest min.)
Weekdays - DISCOUNTS* available; inquire about pricing and availability
Adult Apple Picking Bag (Approx. 7 lbs.) per guest
Cider Donut Service (Approx. 2-3 per guest)
Hay Ride
Apple Picking Enhanced Classic
Weekends - $29.95 per adult, $27.95 per child (30 guest min.)
Weekdays - DISCOUNTS* available; inquire about pricing and availability
All items included in Apple Picking Classic PLUS:
Private Striped Party Tent 400 sq. ft. OR Rustic Party Barn 450 sq. ft. (4 hours)
Antique Blacksmith Shop may be available for additional fee; inquire at booking time
3 private picnic tables covered in red checked vinyl cloth
Inquire about field games available for corporate events
Apple Picking Hilltop Overlook
Weekends - $32.95 per adult and $29.95 per child (40 guest min.)
Weekdays - DISCOUNTS* available; inquire about pricing and availability
All items included in the Apple Picking Classic PLUS:
Private white party tent 800 sq. ft., scenic orchard location, adjacent blacksmith shop
Round tables, individual chairs, linens, and thematic centerpieces for each table
Optional In-Season Fruit Picking Add-ons
Peach or Asian Pear Picking: $25.00 / box
Pumpkin Picking: $9.95 / person (up to 20 lbs.)
Optional Food Add-Ons
Barnyard BBQ - $17.95 / person (30 guest min.)
All grilled food is prepared at our apple wood-fired charcoal grill and brought directly to your tented area at a
designated time.
Choice of Top Sirloin Hamburgers/Cheeseburgers, Veggie Burgers, All-Beef Hot Dogs, Ballpark Italian Sausage,
Grilled Cheese, or Assorted Wrap Sandwiches
Red Bliss Potato Salad
Spring Mix Salad with House Vinaigrette Dressing
Assorted Chips
Apple Crisp à la Mode
NOTE: Barnyard BBQ requires either Enhanced Apple Picking Classic, Hilltop Overlook, or other reserved seating areas to allow for food service and gathering. Apple Picking Classic does not include reserved seating.
Dessert Platters: $35.95 / dozen
Hand-Dipped Caramel Apples
Homemade Monster Whoopie Pies, Assorted Flavors
Jumbo Cookies, Assorted Types
Apple Pie à la Mode: $5.95 / serving
Gifford’s Homemade Ice Cream, Choose from 16 Flavors, including Seasonal Favorites Peach, Pumpkin,
Red-Raspberry, and Apple Crisp
Aunt Jeaninne’s Homemade Fudge, Assorted Flavors: $3.95 / serving
Optional Entertainment**
Your event can be customized with many different entertainment options, such as:
• Pony Rides • Clowns • Dunk Tank • Photographer
• Inflatables • Field Games • Private Hay Ride
Shelburne Farm Group Event Terms and Conditions:
PRICING: All pricing is per person. All guests in a party are required to purchase a package ticket. Guests may not share picking bags or any other items. Entrance to the orchard on a group rate is not permitted without an individual picking bag, i.e., a purchased package ticket.
DEPOSIT & FINAL PAYMENT: A non-refundable deposit of 50% based on estimated final bill is due at time of booking. Dates cannot be held unless deposit is received. Deposit and final payment may be paid via credit card or business check. Final payment and final guest count are due one week prior to event.
GUEST COUNT GUARANTEE: Final guest count must equal or exceed package minimum and is due one week prior to your event, after which final guest count cannot be reduced. Guest counts may be increased up to three days prior to event. Guest count increases must be paid in full prior to date of event.
SCHEDULE: Tented events last four hours from agreed upon start time.
WRISTBANDS: Shelburne Farm group guests upon arrival to the designated event gathering area will receive a wristband or tickets, which will entitle guests to obtain access to the attractions and/or picking add-ons included in their package.
CANCELLATION/RESCHEDULING POLICY: Shelburne Farm events take place rain or shine due to our short harvest season, high demand, and limited availability. In the event of severe inclement weather during the time for which your event is scheduled, we will work with you to reschedule. Reschedule dates are subject to facilities availability at the discretion of Shelburne Farm management.
FOOD AND BEVERAGE POLICY: Shelburne Farm offers a comprehensive food and beverage menu that can be incorporated into your event. Therefore outside or third-party food and beverages are not permitted without prior written permission from the Shelburne Farm event coordinator. Ask your event coordinator for more information. In some cases if permission is granted additional fees may apply.
*Additional discounts are available for larger groups. Early bird discounts are available for events taking place prior to September 16, 2019. Additional discounts are available for weekday events, excluding Labor Day (September 2, 2019) and Columbus Day (October 14, 2019). Inquire for details at time of booking. Discounts may not apply during peak season.
** Rates and availability vary; inquire about your event date.
