Orchard
Stade's Farm & Market
U-pick apples, tomatoes and vegetables in McHenry, Illinois
From the farm's website
The farm's own words, quoted as posted on its website, with the page each line comes from and the day we read it. Seasons, hours and prices change: check with the farm before you go.
U-pick
“Whether you’re looking to pick your own fresh produce, enjoy farm adventures, or celebrate the season, Stade’s Farm & Market offers a hands-on experience that is both educational and unforgettable.”
Source: stadesfarmandmarket.com, checked October 6, 2026
“Stade’s is also a pick-your-own destination.”
Source: stadesfarmandmarket.com, checked October 6, 2026
“Stade's U Pick fields will open in mid-June 2026 (Exact Date TBD)”
Source: stadesfarmandmarket.com, checked October 6, 2026
Crops and picking times
“Available to pick are Honeycrisp, Fuji, Cortland, Jonaprince, and other apples, tomatoes, squash, peppers and other vegetables.”
“We also have other fruits & vegetables available to pick throughout the season.”
Source: stadesfarmandmarket.com, checked October 6, 2026
Hours
“Open daily 9 am - 6 pm”
“Our Farmtractions Theme Park is open on Fridays, Saturdays, & Sundays as well as Columbus Day from 10 am - 6 pm.”
“U Pick hours are 9 am - 5 pm when applicable.”
Source: stadesfarmandmarket.com, checked October 6, 2026
“Open 9 am - 6 pm daily through Halloween.”
Source: stadesfarmandmarket.com, checked October 6, 2026
“Farm market open 9 am - 6 pm when applicable.”
“Pick-Your-Own open 9 am - 5 pm when applicable.”
Source: stadesfarmandmarket.com, checked October 6, 2026
“Pick-Your-Own hours are 9 am - 5 pm when applicable.”
Source: stadesfarmandmarket.com, checked October 6, 2026
“Farm Market open 9 am - 6 pm daily”
Source: stadesfarmandmarket.com, checked October 6, 2026
Before you go
“We accept all forms of payment except American Express.”
“You must pick using the containers that we provide.”
“This means that every person entering must at least purchase a 1-quart container.”
“Baskets are included in the price and picking is only allowed into Stade’s containers.”
“For the safety of your children, please do not allow them to ride in the Stade’s wagons.”
“We accept all forms of payment except personal checks.”
Source: stadesfarmandmarket.com/pick-your-own, checked October 6, 2026
Besides picking
“Buy Fall Festival Tickets Here!”
Source: stadesfarmandmarket.com, checked October 6, 2026
“Beyond fresh produce, Stade’s Farm & Market offers family-friendly attractions for all ages, including a petting zoo, corn maze, giant slides, hayrides, and more.”
“Every year, our Shades of Autumn Fall Festival celebrates the harvest with over 50+ farm-themed attractions, special events, delicious food, and plenty of family-oriented fun.”
Source: stadesfarmandmarket.com, checked October 6, 2026
“Enjoy a day at the farm during our fall festival where farmtastic memories and family traditions happen.”
Source: stadesfarmandmarket.com/visit, checked October 6, 2026
What you can pick
- Apples
- Tomatoes
- Vegetables
Crops and months read from the lines quoted above; a crop with no months is one the farm names without a picking window.
| Crop | How | Months | When (farm) | Varieties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apples | U-pick | Not stated | – | |
| Tomatoes | U-pick | Not stated | – | |
| Vegetables | U-pick | Not stated | – |
Typical Illinois seasons (a published harvest calendar, not this farm's dates)
- Apples: July–November. Source: University of Illinois Extension: Illinois…What’s in Season (farmers market calendars for northern and southern Illinois), read October 6, 2026.
At a glance
- Price
- 1/4 Peck Bag $10 per peck
- Address
- 3709 Miller Rd, McHenry, IL 60051McHenry County
More from the farm’s website
The farm prices 1/4 Peck Bag at $10 per peck.
The farm prices 1/2 Peck Bag of apples at $20 per peck.
The farm prices Peck Bag of apples at $35 per peck.
The farm prices 1/2 Bushel of apples at $50 per half bushel.
The farm prices 4-quart basket at $20 per quart.
Prices
| Item | Price | Notes | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/4 Peck Bag | $10 per peck | Year not stated | |
| 1/2 Peck Bag | $20 per peck | Year not stated | |
| Peck Bag | $35 per peck | Year not stated | |
| 1/2 Bushel | $50 per half bushel | Year not stated | |
| 4-quart basket | $20 per quart | Year not stated |
As the farm publishes them. Prices change during the season; older prices are removed.
Besides picking
- Farm store
- Hayrides
- Corn maze
- Petting zoo
- Events
- Festivals
Stade's Farm & Market: questions
Does Stade's Farm & Market have U-pick?
Yes. The farm's website says: "Stade’s is also a pick-your-own destination."
How much does U-pick cost at Stade's Farm & Market?
1/4 Peck Bag: $10 per peck; 1/2 Peck Bag of apples: $20 per peck; Peck Bag of apples: $35 per peck; 1/2 Bushel of apples: $50 per half bushel. Prices as the farm publishes them; they can change during the season.