Blackberry Farm Fall Harvest Festival
Visitors can experience Blackberry Farm's rides and attractions, including the Big Rock Steam Train, hay wagon, carousel, paddle boats, and pony rides. Guests can meet farm animals in the Discovery Barn and explore children's play areas like Little Farmer's Junction and Adventure Playground. Fall visits also include special entertainment such as bounce houses, bubble making, pumpkin carving, face painting, and trick-or-treating.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Tickets
Tickets are $11. Every guest ages 1 and up must have a ticket. Tickets go on sale September 1.
Hours
Saturdays and Sundays: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Columbus Day, Monday, October 12: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Special activities: October 3, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; October 4, noon to 3 p.m.; October 10, 1 to 3 p.m.; October 11, noon to 3 p.m.; October 17, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.; October 18, 1 to 1:45 p.m.; October 24, noon to 3 p.m.; October 25, noon to 3 p.m.
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Great Smoky Mountains
Accessibility
Blackberry Farm is handicap accessible, though the train and paddle boats are the only rides with handicap accommodations.
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- Parking is free, with overflow parking available across the street at Splash Country Water Park on busy days.
- Pony rides are restricted to children under 70 pounds and pause for 15-minute breaks at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.
- Outside food is welcome at the park's picnic tables, though alcohol is prohibited.
Special Events & Promotions
- October 3 features a bounce house; October 4 has bubble making.
- A pumpkin carver is scheduled October 10, and a face painter October 11.
- October 17 features trick-or-treating; October 18 has a Ben Tatar children’s concert.
- A balloon artist is scheduled October 24, and the World’s Tallest Scarecrow October 25. These activities are included with daily admission.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is included with admission?
Admission includes parking, special event activities, and all rides and attractions including the train, hay wagon, carousel, and pony rides.
What happens if it rains during the event?
The farm stays open rain or shine, but severe weather or lightning causes all rides and attractions to pause for at least 30 minutes while guests take shelter in indoor museum buildings.
Can outside food and beverages be brought into the park?
Yes, guests may bring their own food to enjoy at picnic tables throughout the grounds, but alcohol is not permitted.
Are pets allowed inside Blackberry Farm?
Only service dogs are permitted inside the park; all other animals are prohibited.
Are strollers available to rent?
Single strollers, double strollers, and wagons can be rented at the admission window on a first-come, first-served basis.
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