This week @ MCO
Explore all that’s happening this week at the Orchard
The Cider House @ Millstone Creek
Saturday: 11-5pm | Sunday: 1-5pm
Monday-Saturday: 9-4pm | Sunday: 1-4pm
Friday Night Sunset Series
Select friday nights from may-august
Shop Local: Eastern Randolph Farmers Market
Saturdays from May-August | 9am-2pm
Orchard Field Trips & Group Tours
now booking summer tours
U-Pick & Pre-Picked Blackberry Bucket Sale
U-Pick & Pre-Picked Blackberry Bucket Sale
U-Pick Hours: Monday-Saturday: 9am-4pm | Sunday: 1-4pm | $6.95/pound or $25 Bucket Sale
Apple Barn Hours for Pre-Picked Berries: Monday-Saturday: 9am-5pm | Sunday: 1-5pm | $6.95/pound or $30 Bucket Sale
It’s officially blackberry season, and our vines are bursting with fresh, juicy berries just waiting for you! To celebrate, we’re kicking off the season with a stellar bucket sale for all our blackberry loving friends who want more than just a pound to can, freeze or enjoy fresh! Whether you love the adventure of u-pick or prefer pre-picked berries, we’ve got a bulk bucket price for you now through Sunday, June 8th. Check out the details on each below:
U-Pick Blackberry Details | $25 Bucket (Save $2/lb or $6.95/lb)
Weekday U-Pick: Enjoy a scenic 1/4 mile walk to the fields. There is no orchard access pass required. You must check-in inside the Apple Barn for your basket and field directions. Be sure to pack water, sunscreen, and a hat for a fun day in the sun.
Weekend U-Pick: $3/person orchard access pass (kids 2 & under are FREE) required with hayride shuttle. You must check-in at the u-pick shed on Saturdays and the Apple Barn on Sundays for your basket and field directions. Be sure to pack water, sunscreen, and a hat for a fun day in the sun.
Pre-Picked Blackberry Details | $30 Pre-Ordered Bucket (Save $1/lb or $6.95/lb)
To make sure we have your order freshly picked and ready for you, you must pre-order your pre-picked blackberry bucket at least 3 hours in advance. Order now: bit.ly/MCOBlackberryBucket for Pre-order is not required for small quantities of blackberries under 5 pounds.
Shop Local @ The Eastern Randolph Farmers Market
Saturdays in May-August from 9am-2pm
Every Saturday from May-August, shop local at our Eastern Randolph Farmers Market with our community of talented growers, producers, crafters and artisans. Enjoy freshly grown local fruits and veggies, handmade breads, jams, jellies and honey as well as handcrafted items such as crochet towels and plushies and much more! Watch our website on Thursday evenings for an update as to who will be at the market this upcoming Saturday.
Friday Night Sunset Series
Select Fridays this summer | Join our newest Cider House Event
Escape to an unforgettable evening at the Orchard, where live music, handcrafted food, and refreshing drinks come together under a breathtaking waterfront sunset. Sip on hard cider, wine, seasonal specialty cocktails or craft beer while enjoying the tunes of talented local musicians in a relaxed, serene setting.
Upcoming Events @ The Orchard
U-Pick Orchard Conditions
PICKING RIGHT NOW @ THE ORCHARD...
u-pick blackberries: plentiful and open daily
u-pick blueberries: coming ‘berry’ soon
Our guests are the best!
“This is such an amazing place. The awesome apple cider slushies with donuts, hayrides, vendors for shopping local and so many activities for kids and the whole family. This place is a tradition for us now.”
“Each staff member we came across genuinely seemed like they were SO happy to have us there!”
“Customer service was fantastic, everyone who worked there seemed to love what they were doing and working at the orchard”
“Great Family Experience! Overall Great Place!! Well Worth the Money Spent and Drive!!”
“MCO is the best place in NC for making perfect memories. If you have never been here, you are missing out on making family memories from a family oriented place.”
“This is my favorite orchard in NC and I love the experience and quality of goods. Can’t say enough good things!”
“We love coming to the orchard and being greeted as family.”
“Our entire family ranging in age 2 - 32 years old had an amazing time!”
