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Fall Fest at Horning Farms in Manchester

October 04, 2025 - October 04, 2025 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

Description

Horning Farms invites families for a day of fall fun with wagon ride farm tours, games, a petting area, and seasonal shopping. Kids can enjoy free activities, and the farm shop will be open with cheese, butter, ice cream, and beef for purchase.

Event cost: Free admission; wagon rides $4, free for ages 5 and under

Event times: 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Oct. 4

Additional Information

Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/1086852346942492/

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

Neighborhood: Washtenaw County

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