An Eastern Shore working farm with 20+ activities and a generous free-with-family policy for grandparents, operating daily mid-September through late October, but exact 2026 dates unconfirmed.
Grandparents free with family
Cordova is on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, about five miles north of Easton. This puts it roughly 45–60 minutes from Baltimore and 90+ minutes from DC. Importantly, fall weekend traffic across the Chesapeake Bay Bridge is heavy—both outbound on Friday afternoon/evening and return traffic Sunday afternoon. If you’re planning an Eastern Shore farm visit from the DC or Baltimore side, add 20–30 minutes to your travel estimate and plan your day accordingly. The upside: Eastern Shore farms draw fewer crowds than metro-area operations.
Councell Farms’ policy—grandparents get in free with family—is genuinely useful. A visit with both parents and grandparents suddenly saves $15–35 in admission. For families planning a multi-generational fall outing, this is a significant advantage. The farm is built for that kind of group.
The research notes mention 20+ farm-related activities spread across the property. The record specifies corn maze, jumping pillow, combine slide, pumpkins, farm activities, and apple cider. The specifics of the other activities aren’t detailed, so it’s worth calling to understand what else is available. The breadth suggests you could easily spend 3–5 hours on the property without running out of things to do.
The farm grows its own pumpkins, apples, and produces fresh cider on-site. This is a real working farm, not just a seasonal attraction. If your group is interested in seeing how fall harvest actually works—or in buying fresh produce directly from the grower—this adds value beyond the amusement-park side of the outing.
A “combine slide” (a slide made from an old farm implement—typically a combine harvester) is a farm-themed play element. It requires climbing and may not be suitable for very young toddlers, but kids ages 5–12 often enjoy it. Ask about height requirements or age recommendations when you call.
Admission pricing wasn’t specified online. With 20+ activities included, an entry fee would be reasonable if you plan a full-day visit. Call 410-867-9500 to confirm current admission pricing, which will help you budget for a family visit. Pumpkins and apple cider are sold separately; ask about typical pricing when you call.
The record says the farm operates mid-September through late October. Exact dates for 2026 weren’t published as of August. Early September is warmer and less crowded; late October brings peak fall foliage and more crowds. Mid-October weekends are typically the busiest. Weekday visits to Eastern Shore farms are quieter and easier to manage.
The record mentions fall decorations and jams available for purchase at the farm market. This suggests a broader retail component beyond just pumpkins—another reason for a longer visit and potential budget for a few additional purchases.
Call Councell Farms to confirm 2026 Field of Fun dates, operating hours, admission pricing, and a full list of the 20+ activities. Clarify whether pumpkin and apple picking are included with admission or separate. This is a good destination for a full-day outing, and a quick call ensures you understand what to expect before making the Eastern Shore drive.
Mid-September through late October, based on historical patterns. Exact 2026 dates not published online as of August.
3–5 hours for a comprehensive visit
Eastern Shore is less accessible than Baltimore or DC suburbs, so crowds smaller than metro-area farms. Weekends still busier than weekdays; early September and late October quieter than mid-October.
Farm lot; typical unpaved rural parking.
Combine slide requires climbing; jumping pillow accessible to most children; corn maze walks uneven ground. Verify specific accessibility concerns with the farm.
You need confirmed 2026 dates before driving; not yet published as of August; You prefer a shorter, focused visit; 20+ activities tempt visitors to stay longer; You're on a tight budget; pricing not specified online
Cordova is five miles north of Easton, a charming colonial town. Combine with lunch or browsing in downtown Easton, or visit the Academy Art Museum (15 minutes).
The record lists corn maze, jumping pillow, combine slide, pumpkins, farm activities, and apple cider, but not all 20+. Call 410-867-9500 or visit councellfarms.com for a full activity list.
Yes; the farm grows apples and produces fresh cider on-site. Available during Field of Fun (fall operation).
Cordova is on the Eastern Shore, about 45–60 minutes from Baltimore, 90+ minutes from DC. Bay Bridge traffic on fall weekends is a real planning factor.
The farm grows produce in its own fields, suggesting pick-your-own for pumpkins and apples, but not confirmed. Call to ask.
2026 dates had not been published when we last checked. In past seasons it has run: 7 days a week, mid-September through late October. Check with the farm before driving out.
Admission pricing was not published when we last checked. Grandparents free with family
11773 Old Skipton Road, Cordova, MD 21625, in Talbot County. It is one of 4 patches we track in Eastern Shore.
We track 4 patches in Eastern Shore, 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.
What sets it apart locally: it has rides and play structures, a market, bakery or taproom, which most Eastern Shore patches on our list do not.
One caveat worth repeating: this farm had not published its 2026 dates when we last checked, while 0 of the 4 patches we track in Eastern Shore had. Treat any date you see elsewhere as last year's until the farm confirms it.
councellfarms.com
Checked August 2026.