Trump Cidery Apple Picking 2025 Season Dates

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

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 has begun, varities available 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

• October 25th & 26th
• November 1st & 2nd

 

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).

2 pecks = 1 half bushel (approx. 20–24 lbs or 60 apples)
4 pecks = 1 full bushel (approx. 40–48 lbs or 120 apples)

Reserve Your Spot in Advance: Reserve Now ←  Walk-Ins Welcome!

Apple Varieties

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

• Fuji – Intensely sweet, juicy, and low in acidity  PICKING NOW
• Pink Lady – Tart, crisp, and sweet with a blush-pink skin  PICKING NOW
• Crimson Crisp – Extra crunchy with a deep red color and sharp tang  NO LONGER PICKING
• Ambrosia – Honey-sweet and floral with a tender bite  NO LONGER PICKING
• Ginger Gold – Early-season favorite with mild sweetness and a smooth finish  NO LONGER PICKING 

 

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.