Do I need to book tickets before visiting?

No entry tickets are not required. However, we recommend booking through Eventbrite to secure your preferred date. Walk-ins are welcome and accepted on the day.

Can I visit the farm shop without booking a PYO ticket?

Yes. The farm shop is open to everyone — no ticket is required if you only wish to shop and not pick apples.

What apple varieties are available?

We grow ten apple varieties across the season. Availability changes depending on the weekend and fruit ripeness. Early season may include Gala and Fuji, with more varieties becoming available as harvest progresses.

How does apple pricing work?

You only pay for what you pick : Pick your apples in the orchard, Bring them to the farm shop, We weigh them, You pay based on total weight. Pricing tiers apply depending on quantity picked.

Is there an entry fee?

Yes, entry fees apply for Pick Your Own visitors: Adults — $8, Children (4–18) — $5, Under 4 — Free.

What are your opening hours?

Opening hours vary depending on the harvest weekend. Please refer to the event dates listed on Eventbrite before visiting.

Yes, we are a dog-friendly orchard.

Are there picnic areas?

Yes. Visitors are welcome to bring a picnic and enjoy the orchard surroundings. Picnic blankets or chairs are recommended.

We suggest bringing: Your own picking bags, Hat & sunscreen, Comfortable walking shoes, Water bottle and Picnic blanket/chairs if staying longer. Bags and boxes are also available for purchase at the farm shop.

Do you sell food and drinks?

Yes. Available at the farm:Coffee, Homemade apple pie by Jannelle’s, Apple juice and Cider.

Is Pick Your Own suitable for children?

Absolutely, families love the experience. Children must be supervised at all times while in the orchard.

Can we just walk around without picking?

Entry tickets are required to access the orchard during PYO weekends, even if you don’t plan to pick. If you only wish to shop, you can visit the farm shop without a ticket.

Is parking available on site?

Yes, free parking is available at Nicoletti Orchards for all visitors.

Are there toilets available?

Yes, toilet facilities are available on site for visitors during Pick Your Own opening hours.

Pick Your Own Apples at Nicoletti Orchards | Opening Weekends 2026 Tickets, Sat, Feb 28, 2026 at 9:00 AM

Overview

A beautiful day out in the Granite Belt : apple picking, fresh air, and farm fun at Nicoletti Orchards.

Celebrate the 2026 apple harvest season at Nicoletti Orchards

Join us for our Pick Your Own Opening Weekends and enjoy a relaxed country day out picking fresh apples straight from the tree. Across the season, we grow ten different apple varieties, with different varieties becoming available depending on the weekend and harvest timing so every visit offers something new to discover.

Spend the day surrounded by orchard views, fresh air, and a welcoming farm atmosphere. We are a dog-friendlydestination with picnic areas, plus our farm shop open for fresh produce, apple juice, cider, and coffee & homemade apple pie by Jannelle’s.

Whether you come to pick apples or simply browse the farm shop, we’d love to welcome you to the orchard.

DATES & TIMES — 2026 PICK YOUR OWN

We are open on selected harvest weekends:

February
• Saturday 28 February — 9:00am–2:00pm
• Sunday 1 March — 9:00am–1:00pm

March
• Saturday 7 March — 9:00am–1:00pm
• Sunday 8 March — 9:00am–1:00pm

• Saturday 21 March — 9:00am–2:00pm
• Sunday 22 March — 9:00am–1:00pm

April
• Saturday 4 April — 9:00am–3:00pm
• Monday 6 April — 9:00am–1:00pm

• Saturday 11 April — 9:00am–2:00pm
• Sunday 12 April — 9:00am–1:00pm

LOCATION

Nicoletti Orchards
61 Nicoletti Lane, Pozieres QLD 4352

TICKETS (ENTRY FEES)

Entry tickets are required for Pick Your Own visitors.

• Adults: $8
• Children (4–18 years): $5
• Under 4: Free

Tickets available on Eventbrite, booking is recommended to secure your preferred date.

WHAT YOU CAN PICK

Multiple apple varieties available across the season

We grow ten apple varieties at Nicoletti Orchards. Availability changes throughout the harvest and may include favourites such as:

• Gala
• Fuji
• Plus additional seasonal varieties as they ripen

Each weekend offers a slightly different picking experience depending on fruit readiness.

APPLE PRICING (PAY FOR WHAT YOU PICK)

You only pay for the apples you choose to take home.

1️⃣ Pick your apples in the orchard
2️⃣ Bring them to the farm shop
3️⃣ We weigh them
4️⃣ You pay based on total weight

Apple pricing:

• 0–5kg — $6/kg
• 5–10kg — $5/kg
• 10kg+ — $4.50/kg

FARM SHOP (NO TICKET NEEDED)

Not picking? You’re still welcome to visit the farm shop.

Available at the shop:

• Fresh apples
• Apple juice
• Cider

No entry ticket required for farm shop visits only.

FOOD & DRINK

Coffee available
Homemade apple pie by Jannelle’s
Fresh apple juice & cider from the orchard

Perfect for a relaxed orchard break.

DOG-FRIENDLY EVENT

Dogs are welcome, we love seeing them enjoy the orchard too.

PICNIC AREAS

Bring a picnic blanket or chairs and enjoy a peaceful break among the orchard rows.

WHAT TO BRING

We recommend:

• Your own picking bags
• Hat & sunscreen
• Comfortable shoes
• Water bottle
• Picnic blanket/chairs

Bags and boxes are also available for purchase at the farm shop.

HOW IT WORKS — QUICK SUMMARY

Book your entry ticket
Arrive during opening hours
Pick your apples
Weigh & pay at the farm shop
Take home your fresh harvest

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We’d love to welcome you to the orchard for the 2026 harvest season.