Here in the Garden State, we are blessed to have some great farm markets and family entertainment farms. A few years back we started leading the way in something called "agritainment."

It's a type of farm tourism that combines entertainment and education and provides visitors with an interactive farm experience. One of the best spots for that is Indian Acres Tree Farm in Medford, Burlington County.

It's a family-run operation that started as a Christmas Tree farm but has evolved into much more. What makes this place different from some of the other places that offer similar activities is the downhome family-friendly environment.

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We took a trip there in early October during the week when the crowds are much smaller and there's plenty of space for the kids to enjoy everything this place has to offer.

From haystack maze to the variety of playground activities to pumpkin picking and a huge corn maze Indian Acres is a great place to check out this time of year. They offer some great nighttime fun now with a great wagon ride to their private bonfire spot on the farm.

They host birthday parties and school tours as well. The staff is super friendly and there definitely is a family feel to this hidden gem. This is a great time to year to check out Indian Acres Tree Farm in Medford, New Jersey.

One of the best spots in New Jersey for fall family fun

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This has to be the best farmers market in New Jersey

If you’re looking for a great farmers market, you have to visit the Summit Farmers Market. This year they have over 50 vendors, offering a large selection of great produce from various local farmers, lots of specialty foods and more. There is also plenty of free parking. My dog and I went for a visit last week and took pictures of what they have to offer.

Vendors Not Pictured:

  • Adventure Kitchen
  • Angel Planet Foods
  • Anita's Baked Wonders
  • Bull 'N Bear Brewery
  • Fit Fed Puppy
  • Foraged Feast
  • Hummus Boss
  • Jana's Jammy
  • Java's Compost
  • Kariba Farms
  • Louis Organics
  • Luxx Chocolat
  • Made with Clay
  • Mangalitsa
  • Our Woods Maple Syrup
  • Roaming Acres Farm
  • Spice Sisters
  • Stefan's Polish Foods
  • Sustainable Haus
  • Valley Shepherd Creamery
  • WoodsEdge Farm

The Summit Farmers Market will be open every Sunday, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and will last until November 20th. The market is located at Park & Shop Lot #1 on the corner of DeForest Avenue and Woodland Avenue.

Below are photos of some of the local vendors joining the farmers market this season:

Gallery Credit: Jordan Jansson

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