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Cornfusion at Showvaker's Quality Evergreens

📍 2020 Garrett Road, Manchester, MD 21102🗓 Season dates not yet published for 2026🏷 Pricing TBD

One of Maryland's larger corn-maze operations with a comprehensive activity list, but pricing and 2026 dates remain unconfirmed.

Aerial view of Cornfusion at Showvaker's Quality Evergreens in Manchester, MD

What you get for the price

Included with admission

Corn MazePumpkin PatchHay RidesPedal Race CarsBarnyard ZooFace PaintingObstacle Course

Our take

The Maze Is the Draw

Cornfusion has built its reputation on a large, professionally designed corn maze—one of the state’s most ambitious. Maze difficulty varies by design, so a maze that stumps adults might bore teenagers, and vice versa. The farm site says the maze is a primary attraction, with other activities (pedal cars, obstacle course, barnyard zoo, face painting) filling the day. If your family’s corn-maze enthusiasm is moderate, this may be overkill; if you want to really commit to the challenge, Cornfusion is built for that.

Activities Beyond the Maze

The activity roster is long: pedal race cars (for younger kids), a barnyard petting zoo, face painting, and an obstacle course. Whether all of these run during every weekend, how long each takes, and whether they have separate fees isn’t specified in available sources. This is a worthwhile phone call before your visit, especially if you’re budgeting time for a family with wide age ranges.

Pricing Uncertainty as of August 2026

The website was updating 2026 information but hadn’t published admission prices when the record was compiled. Games, food, and pumpkins are likely separate from any admission fee. Call 410-374-1499 or visit cornfusion.net to confirm 2026 admission rates, what’s included with entry, and which activities carry additional fees. This is a significant outing, so pricing clarity before you visit is worthwhile.

Weekday vs. Weekend Timing

As one of Maryland’s larger operations, Cornfusion likely draws crowds on October weekends. Midweek visits and early September are almost always quieter on farm attractions in the Mid-Atlantic. If you have flexibility, a Tuesday or Wednesday in mid-September means shorter maze waits and easier parking, though fall color won’t peak until mid-October.

Logistics and Getting There

Carroll County is rural. The farm is at a heritage site (Quality Evergreens), adding a slight rural-trip feel. Bring cash in addition to cards; not all farm operations process digital payments on-site. Unpaved parking is standard for working farms, so expect a muddy lot if fall rains have been heavy.

Before You Visit

Call 410-374-1499 or visit cornfusion.net to confirm 2026 opening date, hours of operation, admission cost, group rates, and which activities are running. This is a bigger outing, so a quick call saves wasted driving or unpleasant budget surprises.

Planning your visit

Best time to go

Mid-September through late October; exact 2026 schedule not yet published online as of late August.

How long to budget

3–5 hours (maze alone can take 1–2 hours depending on difficulty and age group)

Crowds

Peak October weekends draw significant crowds; midweek September visits likely much quieter.

Parking

Farm lot; expect unpaved surface, potentially muddy in wet weather.

Strollers and accessibility

Corn maze requires walking multiple miles of uneven ground; pedal race cars and obstacle course involve climbing or coordination challenges.

What to bring

  • Sturdy walking shoes for the maze
  • Sun protection (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses)
  • Water bottle
  • Cash or card; check website for payment options

How to spend less here

  • Contact the farm for 2026 admission pricing; pricing was not listed online as of August
  • Group rates may be available; call 410-374-1499 for details
  • Activities like face painting and obstacle course may have separate fees; ask what's included with admission

Who it suits

Good for

  • Families with children ages 5–14
  • Groups seeking a challenge-level corn maze
  • Visitors who want diverse activities beyond just pumpkin picking

Skip it if

You need upfront pricing before committing; prices were not listed online as of August 2026; You have very young toddlers who can't walk long distances through a maze

Worth pairing with

Manchester is in Carroll County, rural and quiet. Combine with a visit to the Union Mills Homestead (historic site, 10 minutes away) or a meal in historic Hampstead.

Common questions

How big is the maze?

Cornfusion operates one of Maryland's largest corn mazes; exact acreage for 2026 not confirmed, but typically expansive and designed to challenge teens and adults, not just young children.

Is there a time limit to complete the maze?

The record doesn't specify; call to ask if you're concerned about timing or have children who tire easily.

Can we enter the maze multiple times?

Not specified; ask when you call or check the website.

What's the pedal race cars activity?

Likely small ride-on vehicles for children; duration and cost not detailed in the record.

When is Cornfusion at Showvaker's Quality Evergreens open in 2026?

2026 dates had not been published when we last checked. Check with the farm before driving out.

How much does Cornfusion at Showvaker's Quality Evergreens cost?

Admission pricing was not published when we last checked.

Where is Cornfusion at Showvaker's Quality Evergreens?

2020 Garrett Road, Manchester, MD 21102, in Carroll County. It is one of 6 patches we track in Western Maryland.

How Cornfusion at Showvaker's Quality Evergreens compares in Western Maryland

We track 6 patches in Western Maryland, 1 of which are free to walk into. The farm has not published a gate price, so it cannot be compared on cost — call before you budget.

One caveat worth repeating: this farm had not published its 2026 dates when we last checked, while 1 of the 6 patches we track in Western Maryland had. Treat any date you see elsewhere as last year's until the farm confirms it.

Other patches near Manchester

There are 3 other patches we track in Carroll County. All Western Maryland patches →

Quick facts

SeasonSeason dates not yet published for 2026
Days openNot published
HoursNot published
AdmissionNot published
CountyCarroll County
RegionWestern Maryland

Directions

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Map pin is set to the town centre. Navigate to the street address above, not the pin.

Sources

cornfusion.net

Checked August 2026.