Enjoy Fall On The Farm In Delaware County

Is a trip to the Pumpkin Patch on your to do list this fall? If so, there are lots of good reasons to visit Delaware County. Multiple farms feature pumpkin patches, foods, festivals, farm animals, and lots of fun activities and experiences.

Take a ride to the pumpkin patch, roam your way through a corn maze, ride a pony, make a scarecrow, hunt for arrowheads, or play barnyard golf. Other activities including giant Legos, barrel rides, farm bounce house, petting barn, mini zip line, straw barn, pumpkin jump, pedal cars, and slides are also part of the fun.

Be sure to come with an appetite, too. Kettle corn, hot dogs, chili, apples, baked goods, cider, and fresh dipped caramel apples are sure to please the taste buds.

Weekend fun at the pumpkin farms begins September 22 and goes through October 28. Find which farms feature the activities that are most interesting to you, plus dates, hours, and any associated costs before your visit. Check out the websites listed below for all the details: Freeman's Farm Fall Festival, Hidden Creek Farms Fall Festival, Leeds Farm, Lehner's Pumpkin Farm, Miller's Country Gardens.

Alum Creek State Park has lots of fun activities planned for their Fall Fest on October 5 & 6, including a scavenger hunt, wagon rides, a disc golf tournament, and more!

On October 12, Stratford Ecological Center will host a Fall Family Campfire (advanced registration is required). Visit farm animals, explore prairie paths and enjoy storytelling, singing and roasting hot dogs and marshmallows.

Historic farm equipment and demonstrations focused on horse and steam power will be featured at the Ottawa Bota Farm on October 13 & 14. The Ohio Hand Corn Huskers Association will present their annual Husking Competition on October 13.

Pre-register the family for a scarecrow building contest October 19, and trick or treat trail on October 21 at Gallant Woods Preservation Park (registration required by October 12). Then on October 21 enjoy Fall on the Farm (free for all ages).

Hike, bike, canoe, kayak, golf, fish, or take a country drive and just enjoy the fall colors in Delaware County! Make it a weekend: visitdelohio.com.

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