You're invited to cherry-palooza!

join us on the farm

Join Red Truck Orchards for our third annual "Cherry-Palooza" at Hallstedt Homestead Cherries! This uniquely cherry-centered luncheon is curated by three-time James Beard Award-winning Chef Jimmy Schmidt and features all things cherries!

Chef Schmidt will be bringing an updated menu for 2026, featuring tart and sweet cherries and Red Truck Cherry Vinegar across a variety of culinary creations, including his famous vinegar-based ice cream topping.

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Support Local Cherry Farms

Details & Ticket info

Date: Saturday July 11th, 2026

Start Times
: 11am and 1:30pm (90 minutes for lunch and upick)

Location
: Hallstedt Homestead Cherries at 8227 N Matheson Rd in Northport, MI (the orchard will be closed to the public for this private event)

Adult Ticket ($80) includes gourmet luncheon by Chef Jimmy Schmidt, 5 lbs of U-Pick cherries, and a 16 oz bottle of Red Truck Cherry Vinegar

Child Ticket
($50 - 12 and under) includes gourmet luncheon by Chef Jimmy Schmidt

event menu

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