Pick Your Own at Trump Cidery

This fall, immerse yourself in the crisp beauty of apple season at Trump Cidery’s Pick-Your-Own Orchard Experience—a new tradition that celebrates craftsmanship, community, and the heart of Virginia agriculture.

 Location & Check-In

All guests should check in at the Trump Cidery Tasting Room, located at 3550 Blenheim Rd, Charlottesville, VA. Our friendly staff will provide your picking materials and guide you to the orchard.

 Season & Timing

Our pick-your-own season is expected to begin the second week of September, depending on ripeness and weather conditions. Picking continues into late October while supplies last.

• Pick-Your-Own Dates & Hours: Saturday & Sunday, 9 AM – 5 PM
  • September 13th & 14th
  • September 20th & 21st
  • September 27th & 28th
  • October 4th & 5th - Apple Harvest Festival!
  • October 11th & 12th
  • October 18th & 19th
  • October 25th & 26th
• Orchard Gate Closes: 5:45 PM
• Tasting Room Registration & Morning Refreshments: Begin at 9 AM (Saturday & Sunday)
• Full Tasting Room Service: 11 AM – 6 PM (Saturday & Sunday)

 Picking Options & Pre-Purchase

We offer peck-sized picking bags only for the 2025 season. Each peck holds approximately 10–12 lbs of apples (roughly 30 apples, depending on variety and size).

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Apple Varieties

Our orchard features a curated mix of heritage and cider apple varieties:

• Pink Lady – Tart, crisp, and sweet with a blush-pink skin
• Crimson Crisp – Extra crunchy with a deep red color and sharp tang
• Aztec Fuji – Intensely sweet, juicy, and low in acidity
• Ambrosia – Honey-sweet and floral with a tender bite
• Ginger Gold – Early-season favorite with mild sweetness and a smooth finish

Varieties available vary by week. Ask our team what's ripe when you arrive!

Pre-Picked Apples

Don't have time to pick? Pre-picked apples are available in the tasting room during the season.
Quantities are limited—come early or check online before visiting.

Know Before You Go

• Wear comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothes
• Bring your own water
• Bags provided at check-in
• Restrooms available in the tasting room
• No pets allowed in the orchard (agricultural regulation), pets are welcome on the outdoor patios at Trump Cidery Tasting Room

Read Our Visitor Guidelines

After Your Pick

Unwind with a flight of sparkling hard ciders in our tasting room. Don’t miss our famous Smashburger, wood-smoked Pulled Pork Sandwich, or shareable ‘Yuge’ Pretzel.