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Fairs + Fests Farms Nature Parks

Drop-in Hayrides at Hess-Hathaway Park

September 06 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Photo credit: iStock/ruibento

Description

Families can enjoy a fall hayride at Hess-Hathaway Park, with rides departing every 20 minutes. Kids under 2 ride free, and no reservations are required.

Event cost: $5 per person; free for ages 2 and under (cash only)

Event times: 3-4 p.m. Sept. 6

Additional Information

Website: https://www.waterfordmi.gov/DocumentCenter/View/12121/Hayrides-Hess-Flyer

Age recommendation: Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Preschool, Teens, Toddlers, Tweens

Neighborhood: Oakland County

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