Fall Fun at Trax Farms Market-Finleyville, PA

Thousands of pumpkins and gourds nestled inside wooden carts are showcased alongside colorful mums at Trax Farms Market. Located in Finleyville, PA, this family-owned farm and greenhouse is not only a feast for the eyes but an indulgence for the palate and soul.

With year-around activities and events, Trax is a multi-faceted destination with nursery and garden shop, seasonal décor, antiques, and more. Operating since 1865, the establishment boasts itself as "Your Place in the Country."  

The Farmer’s Market at Trax is packed with fresh home grown fruits and vegetables artfully displayed and ready to savor "as is" or in a favorite recipe. The wine shop features wine-themed gifts, décor and free tastings from Arrowhead Wine Cellars of Erie, PA.   

The wine shop at Trax Farms features wine-related gifts
and free samples from Arrowhead Wine Cellars of Erie. 

A selection of craft beer and ale is available along with fresh-pressed apple cider for those who prefer a non-alcoholic libation. Treat yourself to a complimentary cider sample before you buy.  

With a deli, bakery, and specialty market, guests can choose from delectable delights to take home or enjoy in Trax's dining area and Garden Café. Custom gift baskets are available.

Home grown fruit at Trax Farms Market.

Currently celebrating their 46^th annual Fall Festival, Trax pulls out all the stops with weekend activities through October 25 including music, a Rainbow Express Train, fun house, rock wall, pony rides, bounce house, and more. Admission is free, with individual activities priced at $6 and under per child.

Weather permitting, evening tractor-pulled hayrides are available Wednesday and Friday evenings through October 30 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Scarecrows welcome guests to a challenging four-acre corn maze and pumpkin patch overlooking a beautiful view of the farm. Prices are $8 per adult and $6 for children. (Pumpkin purchases additional.) 

Seasonal decor is available
at Trax Farms. 

Upcoming events include a Holiday Tea on Saturday, November 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For $20, enjoy many varieties along with tea sandwiches, scones, jam, and more. A Holiday Wine Tasting with Nick Mobilia, owner of Arrowhead Wine Cellars, takes place on Sunday, November 22, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Reservations for both events can be made by calling (412) 835-3246. (Guests must be at least 21 to attend the wine tasting.)

A Night with St. Nick will be the Saturday after Thanksgiving with a breakfast or lunch with Santa on weekends before Christmas. 

For more information and recipes, log on to the Trax Farms website at traxfarms.com. Trax is on Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest.  

(More photos from Trax Farms Market below.)

Trax Farms, 528 Trax Rd., Finleyville, PA 15332

(12 miles south of Pittsburgh on Route 88) 

Monday-Saturday-9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

(412) 835-3246

Groups tours welcome

Trax Farms Market is multi-faceted destination with a nursery and garden shop,
seasonal home décor, antique loft, and more. Join in their year-around activities and events.  

Trax deli and bakery offers a wide array of delectable delights.

"A Great Big Pumpkin" is a 1614 pound pumpkin grown by Allen & Julia Brady of Dilliner, PA. On display at Trax through the end of October 2015. 

A large selection of home decor and gifts can be found at Trax Farms Market. 

Thousands of pumpkins and gourds are available for sale at Trax Farms Market. 

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