By WKTV Staff
deborah@wktv.org
Kick off the fall season with family and friends at Blandford’s 23rd Annual Harvest Festival!
This year’s Harvest Festival will be held on Saturday, Oct. 7 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Blandford Nature Center, 1715 Hillburn Ave NW, Grand Rapids.
“It’s so exciting to be hosting the Harvest Festival for a 23rd year,” said Community Programs Manager, Camilla Voelker. “We’re happy to be bringing back community favorites like rope making as well as some new improvements, like an accessible drop-off area.”
Festival attendees will have the opportunity to explore the scenic fall trails as well as a multitude of activities including games, crafts, food, and freshly pressed apple cider. This fun-filled day will feature staple Harvest Festival favorites such as candle dipping, rope making, a petting zoo, historical pioneer games, and a family scarecrow making station (additional cost of $5 per family to make a scarecrow).
This event is open for visitors of all ages. There will be special activities that cater to younger children such as face painting and meeting a few of Blandford’s wildlife ambassadors, as well as activities adults can appreciate such as tours of historical buildings and blacksmith demonstrations.
Blandford’s Farm Program Specialist, Sarah Bass said, “Fall is a beautiful time here in Michigan, and we love having the opportunity to provide a fun way for people of all ages to enjoy nature during this time of year.”
Food will be available for purchase from both El Caribe Food Truck and the Blandford School Students so attendees can enjoy a meal surrounded by nature. While guests enjoy this time outdoors with family and friends, Beaver Xing will be performing acoustic music throughout the day.
The registration table with tickets and new accessible drop-off area will be located in front of the Mary Jane Dockeray Visitor Center. Although tickets will be available at the entrance and pre-registration is not required, it is recommended to purchase tickets ahead of time to avoid lines.
Tickets are $10 for adult/children members, $13 for adult/children non-members, and FREE for children ages 3 and under.
For more information or to purchase tickets ahead of the event, interested participants can visit: blandfordnaturecenter.org
