Apple cider donuts, the cool autumn air, and a large selection of pumpkins – these are characteristic of fall, and Southern Hill Farms is again opening its doors for its 10th annual Fall Festival. This popular community event offers a pleasant break for families and friends, providing an opportunity to make enduring memories surrounded by festive decorations and seasonal joy. From the appealing scent of freshly baked apple cider donuts to the substantial size of a Jumbo Jack pumpkin ready for carving, the festival provides a classic fall experience. And for those wanting a bit of warm comfort, gathering around a fire pit with a s’more is an excellent way to finish a day of autumn activities.
Family Fun and Fall Adventures
Organizing your visit to this year’s Southern Hill Farms Fall Festival is simple. Entry tickets are required for everyone aged 3 and older and must be purchased online in advance. The farm operates without cash, accepting credit, debit, and mobile payments, so leave your money at home. Children aged two and under enter for free and do not require a ticket. The festival runs from Thursday to Sunday. On Thursdays and Sundays, the farm is open from 11 AM to 7 PM, while Fridays and Saturdays are open until 8 PM. While general entry on Thursdays and Fridays allows arrival anytime between 11 AM and 6 PM, weekends require a specific entry time, with a 15-minute window before or after your selected slot to enter. Please note that all ticket purchases are final, so review your selections carefully before making a purchase.
Delicious Fall Treats & Drinks
This year’s Fall Festival is filled with activities to please everyone in the family. General attractions include scenic wagon rides, a challenging five-acre corn maze, and the opportunity to pick your own sunflowers and zinnias. For younger visitors, the Fun Zone is a major attraction, featuring a petting zoo, a large fun slide, jump pillows, a rock climbing wall, and a carousel, along with many other enjoyable rides and games. Naturally, no fall festival is complete without a pumpkin patch, and Southern Hill Farms offers a wide variety of pumpkins in all shapes, sizes, and colors, perfect for decorating or carving. Don’t miss the Southern Hill Farms Market, where you can find handmade items, local honey, and farm merchandise.
When you feel hungry, Southern Hill Farms provides a tasty selection of food and drink options. The on-site bakery, situated in a vintage Airstream, offers popular items such as warm apple cider donuts, blueberry cobbler, and pumpkin muffins, along with refreshing blueberry lemonade and seasonal ciders. Several local food trucks will be present, offering a variety of food choices to satisfy any craving. For those seeking an alcoholic drink, the Beer Shed offers local craft beer, wine, seasonal frozen beverages, and mimosas. You can even buy s’mores kits and roasting sticks, making those comfortable fire pit moments even more enjoyable and tasty.
