All of the best things about fall can be found in Plain City: apple picking, pumpkins, mums, fresh produce, and, of course, ice cream! Spend a fall day in Plain City, Ohio, just 25 miles from downtown Columbus and discover beautiful scenery and delicious treats!
1. Go Apple Picking at The Orchard & Company
- Address: 7255 US-42, Plain City, OH 43064
- Website
The Orchard & Co in Plain City offers a picturesque backdrop for apple picking in Central Ohio! U-pick hours are generally on Saturdays & Sundays from 11 AM – 6 PM during the fall season, but make sure to check the website above because this may change based on availability.
When you arrive at The Orchard & Co, there is one line to purchase the Farmyard Pass (more on that below) and to get your bags for apple picking. You can choose between a $25 peck (10# bag) or a $40 1/2 Bushel (20# bag) for apple picking.
There is also a cafe where you can purchase hot food, apple cider, bagged apples and fall decor items.
I love this orchard for apple picking! I’ve been here twice and both times have been gorgeous days with perfect weather, so maybe that has something to do with it, but this apple orchard is just particularly pretty.
Even though it was busy on a Saturday, the apple orchard was not completely overrun and we didn’t feel like we were competing with a bunch of other people to pick the apples!
In September and October, this apple orchard also has Fall Festivals on the weekends. The Farmyard Pass gets you admission to an Animal Barn, Jumping Pillow, Pedal Cart Track, Zip Line, Tractor Swings, Hay & Corn barn, Hill Slide, Diggers, Tire Climb, Wagon Ride, Grain bin basketball, & Moo Moo Express.
At the time of writing, the cost is $15/person and children 2 years of age and under are free.
Additional activities that are sold separately include fishing, gem mining and paintball. A Farmyard Pass is not needed for the additional activities, u-pick apples, pumpkins or buying food at the cafe.
There are so many fun fall festivals in the Columbus area, make sure to check out my list of Pumpkin Farms and Fall Festivals near Columbus for more ideas!
2. Get Ice Cream and More at The Cheese House
- Address: 9870 US-42, Plain City, OH 43064
- Website
Stop into The Cheese House for a delightful assortment of candy, bulk foods, homemade goods and, of course, cheese! There are two areas to the store: the grocery area and the dine-in area.
Local shops like this are my weakness! All of a sudden, I want to buy everything in bulk and eat my weight in cheese and baked goods!
The Cheese House serves up sandwiches, salads, Velvet Ice Cream, and coffee. There is a small eat-in area where you order your food.
When we visited, the boys got hand-dipped ice cream and my husband and I got their signature drink, a Helato. The drink was a blended milkshake made with vanilla ice cream, two shots of espresso and chocolate-covered coffee beans topped with whipped cream! Yes, I was super caffeinated afterward!
3. Shop for Goodies at Yutzy’s Farm Market
- Address: 6010 Converse Huff Rd, Plain City, OH 43064
- Website
Yutzy’s Farm Market is a must-visit destination in Plain City! This is a popular spot for grocery items, especially meat and cheese! (Another great shop where I’m tempted to buy everything! In fact, as I write this I’m eating from a bag of kettle corn that was an impulse purchase while in line to check out!)
The line for meat and cheese is epic but you can skip the line by ordering online and picking up at the front counter! The shop will be busy no matter what on Saturdays, so you could also avoid lines by visiting on a weekday.
Make sure to check out their selection of baked goods, local meat, bulk food items and baking supplies!
The shop has expanded to include an open-air market called the Corn Crib, where you can find fresh produce – and corn! There is a separate checkout inside this barn.
Outside there are some play structures for kids including swings and slides! When we visited most recently, there was also a food truck called Mimi’s Sweet Treats selling ice cream and dessert items.
You’ve got to stop by Yutzy’s when you’re in Plain City! It’s a gem!
I hope this short list of things to do in Plain City will help you plan a beautiful fall day with your family! If you need more ideas check out nearby things to do in Marysville, or Dublin!