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Events Description
Downey’s Strawberry & Apple Farm is a family farm, owned and operated by Greg Downey which grows fruits and vegetables.
Apple picking in Breslau is open. There are many varieties of apples to pick including McIntosh, Gala, Honey Crisp, Ambrosia, and Red Delicious.
Ready Pick Apples: Are available from mid-September until closing.
Harvest Calendar:
| VARIETY | START DATE | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|---|
| Sunrise | Late August | Crisp, sweet |
| McIntosh | Early September | Tender, juicy, aromatic, tart-sweet |
| Gala | Early September | Crisp, firm, juicy, mild and sweet |
| Honey Crisp | Mid September | Crisp, juicy, mild, honeyed flavour |
| Cortland | Mid September | Tart with hint of sweet and tangy |
| Empire | Late September | Sweet-tart, juicy cross between Red Delicious and McIntosh |
| Ambrosia | Late September | Juicy, Honeyed Flavour |
| Golden Delicious | Late September | Crisp, mild, sweet |
| Jonagold | Late September | Crisp, juicy, sweet |
| Red Delicious | Early October | Sweet, juicy |
Please note that when varieties become ready, depending on popularity, we are typically picking them for about 3 weeks.
HOW MUCH
Tickets:
Entrance Fee: There is a $6.95 entrance fee on weekend (Online) or $10.00 + HST at the gate – $3.00 + HST on weekdays that includes (Wagon Rides weekend only) , Corn Maze, Pumpkin Patch, and Play Field.
(Wagon rides are not available on weekdays)
Bags: Complimentary bags will be provided upon arrival. All fruit is paid for when exiting the orchard. Bags/backpacks from home will not be permitted in the orchard.
WHEN & WHERE
Date & Time:
Daily except Tuesdays, mid-August – mid-October, 2025 | 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Where:
Downey’s Apple Farm, 1355 Hopewell Creek Road, Breslau
