Eckert's

Blackberry Festival
2023-07-22 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Eckert’s Versailles Orchard, 1396 Pinckard Pike, Versailles, KY, 40383, United States
This is the weekend to share with family and friends. And what better place to share it than the family farm! Enjoy delicious food from a local Food Truck, Daughters Southern from 11am – 3pm or grab a bite to eat from our cafe. Enjoy live music at this old-fashioned all-American festival located at our Versailles Orchard. Kid’s activities include children’s playground, petting farm, yard games, rat races, push pedal carts, and delicious treats. Fee charged for some activities. 10am – 5pm.
Purchase your playground admission tickets (ticket only required for children) to save.

Storytime at the Farm
2023-07-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Eckert’s Versailles Orchard, 1396 Pinckard Pike, Versailles, KY, 40383, United States
Join us with your little ones for Storytime LIVE at Eckert’s Orchard. Enjoy an interactive reading of, Blackberry Mouse, followed by a related hands-on activity. A different book will be featured each week. We will offer story time every Tuesday through the end of October. Storytime will be virtual, except on the 4th Tuesday of every month when we will host it LIVE at the farm. Storytime will begin at 10am whether live or virtual.
We will allow the kids to pick 1/2 pint of blackberries following the story (if available)

Peach Jam Class
2023-07-27 18:30 - 20:00 | Eckert’s Versailles Orchard, 1396 Pinckard Pike, Versailles, KY, 40383, United States
Join us at Eckert’s Orchard in Versailles to transform seasonal fruits into small-batch jams for the refrigerator or freezer. During this class, Farm Manager, Megan Fields will show you how to whip up the most delicious peach jam using homegrown peaches. Includes a half-pint of peach jam and a sample of apple cider.

Free Playground Admission
2023-08-01 09:00 - 18:00 | KY
It’s our treat to you! Bring the kids out to our farm before they head back to school to enjoy everything our playground has to offer for FREE this week! It’s just our special treat to you! The farm is open from 9am – 6pm.

Virtual Storytime
2023-08-08 10:00 - 11:00 | Eckert’s Versailles Orchard, 1396 Pinckard Pike, Versailles, KY, 40383, United States
Join us through Facebook Live with your little ones for Virtual Story-time. Enjoy a reading of, The Dinky Donkey, followed by a related hands-on activity. A different book will be featured each week. We will offer story time every Tuesday through the end of October. Storytime will be virtual, except on the 4th Tuesday of every month when we will host it LIVE at the farm. Storytime will begin at 10am whether live or virtual.
Craft: Paper Donkey
Supplies: Gray, white and pink colored paper, glue and scissors.

Virtual Storytime
2023-08-15 10:00 - 11:00 | KY
Join us through Facebook Live with your little ones for Virtual Storytime. Enjoy a reading of, The Girl Who Thought in Pictures, followed by a related hands-on activity. A different book will be featured each week. We will offer storytime every Tuesday through the end of October. Storytime will be virtual, except on the 4th Tuesday of every month when we will host it LIVE at the farm. Storytime will begin at 10am whether live or virtual.
Craft: Puzzle Wreath
Supplies: Old puzzle, glue, red, yellow and blue paint or makers, and ribbon

Virtual Storytime
2023-08-22 10:00 - 11:00 | Eckert’s Versailles Orchard, 1396 Pinckard Pike, Versailles, KY, 40383, United States
Join us through Facebook Live with your little ones for Virtual Story-time. Enjoy a reading of, The Grinny Granny Donkey, followed by a related hands-on activity. A different book will be featured each week. We will offer story time every Tuesday through the end of October. Storytime will be virtual, except on the 4th Tuesday of every month when we will host it LIVE at the farm. Storytime will begin at 10am whether live or virtual.
Craft: Flowers
Supplies: Scissors, Glue, Felt, Skewers, Buttons

Storytime at the Farm
2023-08-29 10:00 - 11:00 | Eckert’s Versailles Orchard, 1396 Pinckard Pike, Versailles, KY, 40383, United States
Join us with your little ones for Storytime LIVE at Eckert’s Orchard. Enjoy an interactive reading of, If You Give a Pig a Pancake, followed by a related hands-on activity. A different book will be featured each week. We will offer story time every Tuesday through the end of October. Storytime will be virtual, except on the 4th Tuesday of every month when we will host it LIVE at the farm. Storytime will begin at 10am whether live or virtual.
Craft: Pancakes
Supplies: Pancake mix, milk, butter, helper, skillet

UK Day at the Farm
2023-09-02 09:00 - 22:00 | Eckert’s Versailles Orchard, 1396 Pinckard Pike, Versailles, KY, 40383, United States
Show your University of Kentucky spirit, as you spend the day at our farm creating memories with your friends & family. Wear Kentucky Blue when UK plays to enjoy $1 off playground & field access admission. Show your support for our beloved University while still having fun and saving money.

Virtual Storytime
2023-09-05 10:00 - 11:00 | KY
Join us through Facebook Live with your little ones for Virtual Storytime. Enjoy a reading of, Harvey, followed by a related hands-on activity. A different book will be featured each week. We will offer storytime every Tuesday through the end of October. Storytime will be virtual, except on the 4th Tuesday of every month when we will host it LIVE at the farm. Storytime will begin at 10am whether live or virtual.
Craft: Foam Cup Farm
Supplies: Paper or foam cup, markers, pink and green pipe cleaners, and glue.

Virtual Storytime
2023-09-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Eckert’s Versailles Orchard, 1396 Pinckard Pike, Versailles, KY, 40383, United States
Join us through Facebook Live with your little ones for Virtual Story-time. Enjoy a reading of, Before We Eat from Farm to Table, followed by a related hands-on activity. A different book will be featured each week. We will offer story time every Tuesday through the end of October. Storytime will be virtual, except on the 4th Tuesday of every month when we will host it LIVE at the farm. Storytime will begin at 10am whether live or virtual.
Craft: Coloring Sheets.

Bonfire Site Rental
2023-09-15 16:00 - 22:00 | Eckert’s Versailles Orchard, 1396 Pinckard Pike, Versailles, KY, 40383, United States
Enjoy a site and straw bale seating for your group at Eckert’s Versailles Orchard. Each site can accommodate up to 25 guests. Your group may arrive at your reserved site as early as 4pm and stay until the farm closes at 10pm. Come early to enjoy pick-your-own before the last wagon goes out at 5:00 pm.
Location of sites are on a first-come, first-serve basis. Specific site reservations will not be accepted.
This reservation is for the site only. Each guest 2 years old and older will need to purchase an admission ticket to our playground area.

AppleFest
2023-09-16 10:00 - 17:00 | Eckert’s Versailles Orchard, 1396 Pinckard Pike, Versailles, KY, 40383, United States
Wagon rides, live entertainment, great festival foods, children’s activities, and much more make this an apple pickin’ good time for everyone! Whether feeding a goat or exploring the farm, your young ‘uns will enjoy all the fun that our farms offer. Children’s carnival and activities to keep your whole family entertained. Kettle Corn, cider donuts, and more to tempt your taste buds.
If planning to pick apples, purchase your field access pass in advance to SAVE.

Virtual Storytime
2023-09-19 10:00 - 11:00 | Eckert’s Versailles Orchard, 1396 Pinckard Pike, Versailles, KY, 40383, United States
Join us through Facebook Live with your little ones for Virtual Storytime. Enjoy a reading of, Cinderella, followed by a related hands-on activity. A different book will be featured each week. We will offer storytime every Tuesday through the end of October. Storytime will be virtual, except on the 4th Tuesday of every month when we will host it LIVE at the farm. Storytime will begin at 10am whether live or virtual.
Craft: Stamp Apples
Supplies: Different kinds of apples, paint and paper

Storytime at the Farm
2023-09-26 10:00 - 11:00 | Eckert’s Versailles Orchard, 1396 Pinckard Pike, Versailles, KY, 40383, United States
Join us with your little ones for Storytime LIVE at Eckert’s Orchard. Enjoy an interactive reading of, The Apple Orchard Riddle, followed by a related hands-on activity. A different book will be featured each week. We will offer story time every Tuesday through the end of October. Storytime will be virtual, except on the 4th Tuesday of every month when we will host it LIVE at the farm. Storytime will begin at 10am whether live or virtual.
Craft: Apple Life Cycle Accordion Craft

Storytime at the Farm
2023-10-03 10:00 - 11:00 | Eckert’s Versailles Orchard, 1396 Pinckard Pike, Versailles, KY, 40383, United States
Join us through Facebook Live with your little ones for Virtual Storytime. Enjoy a reading of, From Apple Trees to Cider, Please, followed by a related hands-on activity. A different book will be featured each week. We will offer storytime every Tuesday through the end of October. Storytime will be virtual, except on the 4th Tuesday of every month when we will host it LIVE at the farm. Storytime will begin at 10am whether live or virtual.
Craft: Ghost Suckers
Supplies: Suckers, tissues, black markers, ribbon
**Following the story & craft, each child will be provided a sample of cider

Pumpkin Jamboree
2023-10-07 09:00 - 18:00 | KY
Wagon rides, live entertainment, great festival foods, children’s activities, and much more make this a pickin’ good time for everyone! Whether feeding a goat or exploring the farm, your young ‘uns will enjoy all the fun that our farms offer. Children’s carnival and activities to keep your whole family entertained. Kettle Corn, cider donuts, and more to tempt your taste buds.
If planning to pick pumpkins, purchase your field access pass in advance to SAVE.

Virtual Storytime
2023-10-10 10:00 - 11:00 | Eckert’s Versailles Orchard, 1396 Pinckard Pike, Versailles, KY, 40383, United States
Join us through Facebook Live with your little ones for Virtual Story-time. Enjoy a reading of, Ready for Pumpkins, followed by a related hands-on activity. A different book will be featured each week. We will offer story time every Tuesday through the end of October. Storytime will be virtual, except on the 4th Tuesday of every month when we will host it LIVE at the farm. Storytime will begin at 10am whether live or virtual.
Craft: Pumpkin balloons
Supplies: orange balloons, permanent maker, flour, cornstarch, beans, corn or playdough, funnel

Virtual Storytime
2023-10-17 10:00 - 11:00 | Eckert’s Versailles Orchard, 1396 Pinckard Pike, Versailles, KY, 40383, United States
Join us through Facebook Live with your little ones for Virtual Storytime. Enjoy a reading of, We’re Going on a Leaf Hunt, followed by a related hands-on activity. A different book will be featured each week. We will offer storytime every Tuesday through the end of October. Storytime will be virtual, except on the 4th Tuesday of every month when we will host it LIVE at the farm. Storytime will begin at 10am whether live or virtual.
Craft: Leaf Activity
Supplies: Leaves, white paper, crayons

Storytime at the Farm
2023-10-24 10:00 - 11:00 | Eckert’s Versailles Orchard, 1396 Pinckard Pike, Versailles, KY, 40383, United States
Join us with your little ones for Storytime LIVE at Eckert’s Orchard. Enjoy an interactive reading of, How to Catch a Witch, followed by a related hands-on activity. A different book will be featured each week. We will offer story time every Tuesday through the end of October. Storytime will be virtual, except on the 4th Tuesday of every month when we will host it LIVE at the farm. Storytime will begin at 10am whether live or virtual.
Craft: Sucker Ghosts
Supplies: Suckers, tissues, black marker, ribbon

Trick or Treating + Costume Parade
2023-10-29 14:00 - 16:00 | Eckert’s Versailles Orchard, 1396 Pinckard Pike, Versailles, KY, 40383, United States
No tricks just treats! That’s what you will find when you visit our Versailles Orchard on Sunday, October 29th. Bring the kids out to our farm to enjoy another afternoon of Halloween fun. Trick or treating is included with your paid playground admission. Come dressed in your costume to take part in our Halloween Parade that will kick off the event at 2pm. Trick-or-treating will be available from 2pm – 4pm.
