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AppleJack Festival 2025

Saturday, 9/20 - Sunday, 9/21 & Saturday, 9/27 - Sunday, 9/28

Pick apples, savor the season, share laughter, and connect with nature and each other. So many experiences, fill your basket with more. 

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A person in a denim jacket holds red apples, surrounded by sunlit apple trees laden with ripe fruit.

Location

Arbor Day Farm, 2611 Arbor Ave, Nebraska City, NE 68410

Date

Saturday, 9/20 - Sunday, 9/21 & Saturday, 9/27 - Sunday, 9/28

Type

Family
A lively outdoor event with a large white tent, surrounded by people walking in casual summer attire under a blue sky and green trees.

It’s more than a festival — it’s a season in full display.

AppleJack kicks off the fall at Arbor Day Farm. Come for apples and traditions, stay for the sights, sounds, and experiences that spark wonder. Every season brings something new, making each visit feel fresh.

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Apples are just the beginning

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A hand holds a white bag labeled "Orchard Fresh Fruit," filled with apples, amidst an orchard with green trees and fallen apples on the grass.

U-Pick Apples

Take home apples fresh from the orchard.
A rustic barn interior filled with vendors, featuring hanging banners, warm lights, and a lively atmosphere.

Shop the Love, the Locals Makers Market

Shop small and local from a curated list of makers and small businesses. Take home authentic, hand-crafted items.
A treehouse surrounded by lush green foliage, connected by a rope bridge. Sunlight filters through, creating a serene and adventurous atmosphere.

Tree Adventure

Experience the fun-for-all-ages Treetop Village® where you can explore 11 different treehouses connected by unique bridges and netted walkways — without ever touching the ground.
A group of people walk towards a grand building with tall white columns and elaborate architectural details. The setting is outdoors, with trees and an American flag on the left, giving a historical, serene atmosphere.

Arbor Lodge Mansion

History comes to life on the grounds of Nebraska City’s National Historic Landmark.
A wooden table set with plates of gourmet food, including a salad with fresh greens and plums, and a dish with peas. Two glasses of white wine add elegance.

Overnight Stay at Lied Lodge

Indulge in some much-needed relaxation, grab a bite or your favorite beverage, make a splash in the impressive indoor pool, and more. It’s the perfect accompaniment to an activity-packed day.
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Schedule of events

Take your pick.

Saturday, September 20

  • Apples (enter through Tree Adventure): 9am-7pm 

  • Flowers (enter through Tree Adventure): 9am-7pm 
     

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  • Face Painting, Airbrush Tattoos, Caricatures: 9am-5pm 

  • Antique Apple Tasting (Carly’s Explore Cabin):11am-4pm 
     

  • Shopping 

  • Food Trucks 

    • Red Barn Cafe

    • The Fries Guys 

    • Greek to Me 

    • The Mexcellent Grill 

    • Pim’s Thai Food 

    • Chef Amore 

    • The Parthenon 

    • Meyers Kettle Corn 

    • Tea and More 

  • Wood Spinning: 8am-7pm 

  • AppleJack Specials and More: 10am-7pm 
  • Love, the Locals Makers Market: 10am-6pm
  • Purchase tickets here.
  • Self-Guided Tours: 10am-5pm
  • Antique Cider Press Demonstrations: 11am and 2:30pm | 30 min demo 
    FREE, no admission required 

  • Wine & Hard Cider Tastings: 10am-7pm 
    Cider and wine available for purchase inside Apple House Market or retail tent 

  • Live Music: 1pm-5pm 

  • Plant and Flower Sale

  • Learn how to become a member of the Arbor Day Foundation 

  • Fresh Apple Pressing
    Bring our U-Pick Apples to the Lied Greenhouse and press them into fresh cider. 

  • Daily Greenhouse Tours 

  • Paint Your Own Pot 

  • Bailey’s Bubbles

  • Kid’s Play Zone

Sunday, 
September 21

  • Apples (enter through Tree Adventure): 9am-6pm 

  • Flowers (enter through Tree Adventure): 9am-6pm 
     

Purchase tickets here

  • Face Painting, Airbrush Tattoos, Caricatures: 9am-5pm 

  • Antique Apple Tasting (Carly’s Explore Cabin):11am-4pm 
     

  • Shopping 

  • Food Trucks 

    • Red Barn Cafe

    • The Fries Guys 

    • Greek to Me 

    • The Mexcellent Grill 

    • Pim’s Thai Food 

    • Chef Amore 

    • The Parthenon 

    • Meyers Kettle Corn 

  • Wood Spinning: 8am-6pm 

  • AppleJack Specials and More: 10am-7pm 
  • Love, the Locals Makers Market: 10am-4pm
  • Purchase tickets here. 

  • Self-Guided Tours: 10am-5pm

  • Antique Cider Press Demonstrations: 11am and 2:30pm | 30 min demo 
    FREE, no admission required 

  • Wine & Hard Cider Tastings: 10am-6pm 
    Cider and wine available for purchase inside Apple House Market or retail tent 

  • Live Music: 1pm-5pm 

  • Plant and Flower Sale

  • Learn how to become a member of the Arbor Day Foundation 

  • Fresh Apple Pressing
    Bring our U-Pick Apples to the Lied Greenhouse and press them into fresh cider. 

  • Daily Greenhouse Tours 

  • Paint Your Own Pot 

  • Bailey’s Bubbles

  • Kid’s Play Zone

Saturday, September 27

  • Apples (enter through Tree Adventure): 9am-6pm 

  • Flowers (enter through Tree Adventure): 9am-6pm 
     

Purchase tickets here

  • Face Painting, Airbrush Tattoos, Caricatures: 9am-5pm 

  • Antique Apple Tasting (Carly’s Explore Cabin):11am-4pm 
     

  • Shopping 

  • Food Trucks 

    • Red Barn Cafe

    • The Fries Guys 

    • The Mexcellent Grill 

    • Pim’s Thai Food 

    • Chef Amore 

    • Meyers Kettle Corn 

  • Wood Spinning: 8am-6pm 

  • AppleJack Specials and More: 10am-7pm 

  • Self-Guided Tours: 10am-5pm

  • Living History: 11am-5pm 

  • Antique Cider Press Demonstrations: 11am and 2:30pm | 30 min demo 
    FREE, no admission required 

  • Wine & Hard Cider Tastings: 10am-6pm 
    Cider and wine available for purchase inside Apple House Market or retail tent 

  • Live Music: 1pm-5pm 

  • Plant and Flower Sale 

  • Learn how to become a member of the Arbor Day Foundation

  • Fresh Apple Pressing
    Bring our U-Pick Apples to the Lied Greenhouse and press them into fresh cider. 

  • Daily Greenhouse Tours 

  • Paint Your Own Pot 

  • Bailey’s Bubbles

  • Kid’s Play Zone

Sunday, 
September 28

  • Apples (enter through Tree Adventure): 9am-6pm 

  • Flowers (enter through Tree Adventure): 9am-6pm 


Purchase tickets here

  • Face Painting, Airbrush Tattoos, Caricatures: 9am-5pm 

  • Antique Apple Tasting (Carly’s Explore Cabin):11am-4pm 
     

  • Shopping 

  • Food Trucks 

    • Red Barn Cafe

    • The Fries Guys 

    • The Mexcellent Grill 

    • Pim’s Thai Food 

    • Chef Amore 

    • Meyers Kettle Corn 

  • Wood Turning with Myron : 8am-6pm 

  • AppleJack Specials and More: 10am-7pm 

  • Self-Guided Tours: 10am-5pm

  • Living History: 11am-5pm 

  • Antique Cider Press Demonstrations: 11am and 2:30pm | 30 min demo 
    FREE, no admission required 

  • Wine & Hard Cider Tastings: 10am-6pm 
    Cider and wine available for purchase inside Apple House Market or retail tent 

  • Live Music: 1pm-5pm 

  • Plant and Flower Sale

  • Learn how to become a member of the Arbor Day Foundation 

  • Fresh Apple Pressing
    Bring our U-Pick Apples to the Lied Greenhouse and press them into fresh cider. 

  • Daily Greenhouse Tours 

  • Paint Your Own Pot 

  • Bailey’s Bubbles

  • Kid’s Play Zone

Arbor Lodge Mansion

Saturdays & Sundays 
10am-5pm

Apple House Market & Tent

Saturday 9 a.m.–7 p.m. 
Sunday 9 a.m.–6 p.m. 

Food Trucks

Saturday & Sunday 
10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Library Lounge (Lied Lodge)

Saturday 2 p.m.–11 p.m. 
Sunday 2 p.m.–11 p.m. 

Porter's & Apple Shack

Saturday 10 a.m.–7 p.m. 
Sunday 10 a.m.–6 p.m. 

Timbers (Lied Lodge)

Saturday & Sunday
Brunch: 7 a.m.–2 p.m.
Dinner: 5 p.m.–9 p.m.

Tree Adventure

Saturday 9 a.m.–7 p.m. 
Sunday 9 a.m.–6 p.m. 

U-Pick Apples & Flowers (Tree Adventure)

Saturday 9 a.m.–6 p.m. 
Sunday 9 a.m.–5 p.m. 

Hard Cider & Wine Tasting (Depot)

Saturday 10 a.m.–7 p.m. 
Sunday 10 a.m.–6 p.m. 

Special Event: Nebraska City Parade

Saturday, 9/20 only at 1 p.m.

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