Pumpkin Days carry fall enjoyable to The Children’s Farm

The Children’s Farm at The Center became a hub of autumn celebration this previous weekend as households flocked to its annual Pumpkin Days competition.

The two-day occasion, held Saturday, Sept. 20, and Sunday, Sept. 21, provided a mixture of out of doors actions designed to seize the spirit of the season. Visitors explored Pumpkin Playland, the place barns opened to showcase chickens, goats, cows, sheep and different animals.

Beyond the barnyard, households loved hayrides, a spooky woodshed, a hay bale climb, a corn field and a winding maze. The U-pick pumpkin patch was a well-liked cease for these trying to carry a chunk of the competition residence.

For many, it was a first-time go to.

“I was really looking forward to this — we’ve been wanting to come here for a long time,” mentioned Brittany Bibeau of Frankfort, who attended together with her household. “I wanted to show my kids all the animals and crafts.”

Others got here on the request of their youngsters.

Kylie Kosteck of Orland Park attended together with her 2-year-old son, Blake. “When I asked my son what he wanted to do today, he said that he wanted to see animals.”

Adding to the festive ambiance, reside music entertained crowds all through opening weekend.

Located at 12700 Southwest Highway in Palos Park, The Children’s Farm will proceed to host Pumpkin Days from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. every weekend via October. Admission is $15 for guests ages 2 and older.

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