Rexford, N.Y. – As the autumn leaves turn and Halloween approaches, Bowman Orchards is adding a spooky twist to its traditional apple‑picking season. The family‑friendly farm will host the opening weekend of Lights Out: Haunted Corn Maze, a new attraction that promises thrills after dark.
What to expect
The maze, now in its second year, winds through rows of corn and is designed to surprise visitors with costumed monsters, fog banks and strobe‑light effects. Organizers say the experience is suitable for brave teens and adults, while younger children can enjoy the surrounding orchard attractions such as the apple cannon and the combine super slide.
Dates, times and tickets
Lights Out will operate on Friday, October 23, and Saturday, October 24, as well as the following weekend on Friday, October 30, and Saturday, October 31. Each night the maze opens after sunset and runs until the lights are turned off. Admission is $20 per person and can be purchased online through the orchard’s website or by scanning the QR code posted at the entrance.
More than just a maze
Bowman Orchards remains a popular destination for apple picking, fresh‑cider tasting and a variety of farm‑based activities. The orchard’s apple cannon lets visitors launch apples into a target for a small prize, while the combine super slide offers a fast‑paced ride down a repurposed farm implement. These attractions, combined with the haunted maze, give families a full day of entertainment without leaving the Capital Region.
Family and community focus
Local families are encouraged to make the orchard a weekend outing, especially as schools wrap up the school year and parents look for safe, outdoor activities. The event aligns with the community’s tradition of celebrating the harvest season while providing a fun, family‑oriented Halloween experience.
Practical information
Parking is available on the orchard’s lot, and visitors should dress warmly for the evening chill. Because the maze is a nighttime attraction, participants are advised to bring flashlights or headlamps for navigating the parking area. Food trucks and a seasonal snack bar will be on site, offering hot apple cider, pumpkin treats and other fall favorites.
For more details, ticket purchases and the latest updates, visit Bowman Orchards’ website or follow their social‑media channels.
Original reporting: CBS 6 WRGB Albany (local) — read the source article.
