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09
Oct
Families picking apples at a u-pick orchard near Salem

Where to Find U-Pick Apples and Berries Near Salem This October

September is apple season around Salem-Keizer. Here's where to find open u-pick orchards for apples and late-season berries, plus farm stands with fresh local produce. Call ahead before you go, as hours and availability shift weekly.
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02
Oct
Pumpkin patch with visitors selecting pumpkins among fall foliage

Bauman's Fall Festival 2026: Dates, Prices, and Real Family Tips

Bauman's Harvest Festival in Gervais opens September 19 through October 31, 2026, with weekday tickets at $20 (ages 3-25) and weekend tickets at $30. Admission includes the corn maze, hay rides, sunflower field, and rope maze.
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