After an intensely hot and humid Midwestern summer, the relief of fall is finally here—along with the heartland’s beloved seasonal staples: pumpkin spice everything, chili (maybe with a controversial cinnamon roll on the side) and, of course, apple cider.
For decades, Louisburg Cider Mill has been the region’s go-to source for the sweet, spiced fall beverage found on grocery shelves and restaurant menus across KC.
Later this month, the cider mill’s annual Louisburg Ciderfest returns for its 47th year. Less than an hour drive south of the city, the free festival spans two weekends—September 27–28 and October 4–5—and offers a full dose of old-fashioned farm fun.
Grab a bag of warm, cinnamon sugar-dusted apple cider donuts and sip hot or cold cider straight from the source. Snack on freshly popped kettle corn and smoked turkey legs while watching thousands of pounds of apples make their way through the press.
Beyond cider, the festival features a steady lineup of local bluegrass artists performing just outside the Country Store, as well as open-air craft booths and children’s activities like pony rides and face painting.
GO: Louisburg Ciderfest. September 27–28 & October 4–5. Doors open at 8 am daily. Louisburg Cider Mill.
