Kids love jokes and just because the younger crowd is still working on syllables doesn’t mean they won’t get some good old-fashioned corny jokes for kids. The following jokes for toddlers are officially approved by our kids, so we know you’ll get some guffaws. Read on for some hilarious toddler jokes that’ll have everyone giggling.
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1. What do you say to a bunny on its birthday?
Hoppy Birthday!
2. What is hairy and sneezy?
A coconut with a cold.
3. Why are fish so smart?
They live in schools.
4. What else is hairy and sneezy?
A dog with a cold.
5. What do you call a fly with no wings?
A crawl.
6. What did the paper say to the pencil?
Write on!
7. Why was 6 afraid of 7?
Because 7, 8, 9
8. What do you call a dinosaur that is sleeping?
A dino-snore!
9. Why did the cookie go to the hospital?
Because he felt crummy.
10. What did the little corn say to the mama corn?
Where is pop corn?
11. What is fast, loud and crunchy?
A rocket chip!
12. Why did the teddy bear say no to dessert? Because she was stuffed.
13. How do you talk to a giant? Use big words!
14. What animal is always at a baseball game? A bat.
15. What did one volcano say to the other?
I lava you!
16. How do we know that the ocean is friendly? It waves!
These amazing Chicagoland pumpkin patches have just what you need to make the most of the fall season
Give Charlie Brown a run for his money and find your own Great Pumpkin this fall season. We dug deep to bring you a list of the best Chicagoland pumpkin patches. Warm your face on the steam of a hot apple cider, breathe in the crisp air, and listen to the crunch of fallen leaves underfoot as you hoof your way through these family-friendly spots. You’ll find there are so many wonderful things to do near Chicago this season!
Pro-tip: Purchase your tickets online in advance!
Chicago Park District Pumpkin Patches
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When it comes to pumpkin picking within the Chicago city limits, there’s nothing quite so convenient as your local park! Hand-select your favorite pumpkin from these Chicago parks filled with pumpkins of all shapes and sizes. If you have to choose one, consider stopping by Jefferson Memorial Park, which will host a full-on Fall Fest filled with crafts, games, and—of course—pumpkins.
For a new twist on tradition take ahayride on the river with an autumn skyline behind you. Afterward, all ages can enjoy seasonal foods and drinks in the pumpkin patch, a bounce house, games, and live music at Island Party Hut.
All ages are welcome at the city’s largest fall festival that includes more than 10,000 pumpkins, a corn maze, gem mining, food trucks with apple cider donuts, carnival games, and tons of photo ops for your Instagram accounts! There is even axe throwing for ages 18 and up. After 7 p.m., children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Shutterbugs looking for a prime pumpkin patch photo to Instagram will love the mountainous spread of pumpkins of varying shapes, sizes, and colors sitting under the watchful eye of scarecrows and ghostly wooden cutouts. Allow time for play and visit the Dizzy Zone spinning tunnel, enjoy a ride atop a friendly pony or camel, take a 15-minute tractor-pulled wagon ride, and tiptoe into the haunted barn that’s just the right amount of scary for littles ages 10 and up. Food stands with taffy apples, elephant ears, brats, and spiced cider are scattered in the patch. If you’re still on the lookout for the perfect Halloween costume, don’t fret because they have a novelty shop with masks, wigs and disguises, plus a farmer’s market with gourds, squash, and Indian corn.
Located just outside of Joliet, Siegel’s offers 40 acres of family fun with 30 attractions, including a tractor ride to their u-pick pumpkin patch and a beehive demo. Explore three different play areas that offer physical play, see the farm in style by taking a ride on the Ghost Town Railroad, and squeeze in relaxation for the whole family when you sit back in the giant 100-year-old rocking chair.
The Fall Festival has been a family favorite since its inception in 1995. Take a hayride back and forth between the patch, visit four-legged friends in the petting zoo, test your navigation skills in the corn maze, and indulge in your favorite festival foods.
You can pack a full day’s worth of fun that goes well beyond the pumpkin patch at this gem located about an hour southwest of Chicago. General admission includes unlimited turns on kiddie rides including the Happy Swing, a Frog Hopper, and twirling t-cup honey pots, pig races that occur every hour, adorable furry fun in the petting zoo, a walk through Kid Village, and lots more. Note, the farm is now cashless.
Put an unexpected colorful twist on Halloween by going beyond the typical orange roundie and select one of the speckled, green, or white pumpkins instead. Visit Pumpkin Playland, where kids can ride the kiddie carousel and Ferris wheel, mine for gems, ride mini tractors, play corn hole, get up close and personal with birds in the Parakeet Encounter, conquer a straw bale mountain, and weave their way through corn stalk or kiddie straw mazes.
Whether you want to bake, carve, or decorate, Kroll’s carries many specialty breed pumpkins that vary in size, color, and shape ready for you to load up in their pumpkin carts. Hayrides with a focus on educating visitors on farming (crop rotation, hay versus straw, pollination) and the crops they grow (gourds, corn, pumpkins) are offered. Continue the education with a visit to the donkeys, sheep, goats, chickens, and turkeys and learn about each from one of the knowledgeable employees. Don’t forget to check out a hayride or the corn maze!
A visit to Goebbert’s has been a long-held tradition for local families since they opened their roadside pumpkin stand in 1978. Not only do they have a fantastic assortment of pumpkins eager to adorn your fall displays, but kids will leave with happy memories of the 1/2-mile tour aboard the Pumpkin Express, watching the weekend pig races, experiencing the insatiable appetite of the giant mechanical pumpkin-eating dinosaur, and wandering through the corn stalk maze. Don’t leave without a stop into the petting farm where you’ll be greeted by a mama pig and her piglets, the furry residents of Bunny Town, llamas, cows, fuzzy chicks, and goats looking down from atop the 25-foot wooden Goat Mountain. Feed giraffes at their South Barrington location.
Aug. 25 – Oct. 31
42W813 Reinking Rd. Pine Grove Online: goebberts.com
Well known for its u-pick apple orchard, County Line is also a stop for your fall-inspired favorites like pumpkins as big as a small child, gourds, squash, hay bales, Indian corn, corn stalks, zinnias, sunflowers, and mums. Kids can experience barnyard jams, a corn maze, a cow-themed barrel train, and tons of exciting animals at the kids farm!
Make sure to capture all the fall fun—and share them with your family and friends near and far—with the Tinybeans app. The secure platform puts parents in total control of who sees and interacts with photos and videos of their kids.
They’ll be begging for more of this easy dinner recipe!
While the quintessential American festival and fair food has to be the corn dog, there’s nothing healthy about this food on a stick. We decided to make a healthier version of the corn dog with a kid-friendly twist. Deep frying is replaced by baking, and instead of an unwieldy eat we made these into baked corn dog muffins perfect for little hands. Be sure to check out our other healthy swaps that are picky eater approved!
Ingredients for Corn Dog Muffins:
1 cup of unbleached all-purpose flour
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1/3 cup of sugar
2 1/2 tsp baking powder
1 cup milk
2 large eggs
1/4 vegetable oil
3 hot dogs cut into 1/2 inch pieces (veggie, chicken apple sausage, beef, or any type you like)
Mini muffin tin
Method:
1. Preheat oven to 425 and grease mini muffin tins.
2. Mix the first four dry ingredients in one bowl; mix the wet ingredients in a second bowl. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients.
3. Sautee your 1/2-inch hot dog bites for a few minutes over medium heat.
4. Pour batter into prepared muffin tins until each is 3/4 full. Put one hot dog slice into each batter-filled muffin cup so it’s submerged in the batter.
We’ve got easy-prep picnic food ideas so you can spend more time on the blanket and less time in the kitchen
It’s prime picnic season, so make sure you’re prepared with a full lineup of crowd-pleasing picnic snacks. From no-cook s’mores to deviled eggs, we’ve got you covered with easy picnic snacks and picnic food ideas for kids that you can tote to the park, beach, or wherever else your summertime adventures take you.
Fruit is always a good picnic snack, so take it to the next level with this easy dip from Chelsea's Messy Apron. With just four ingredients, it's an easy addition to your al fresco menu.
Fluffy and salty, air fryer pretzels are a super easy snack to pack for your upcoming picnic. Enjoy a la carte or pack a special dipping sauce to them to the next level. Head to Bitz & Giggles for the full recipe.
No one wants a messy meal when it comes to a picnic! These fried lemon hand pies pack all the sweet punch, can be made in advance and keep the mess to a minimum. Head to Food Fanatic for the full recipe.
A sandwich is just a sandwich until you make it look like sushi! We love this tuna fish version from Weelicious, but you can swap in turkey or cream cheese for something different.
Who wants regular muffins when you can bring corn dog muffins on your picnic? Made with cornbread and hot dogs, these fun snacks make mealtime fun. Don't forget the ketchup! Head to Karen's Kitchen Stories to snag the recipe.
What's a picnic without deviled eggs? With this super simple recipe, it's easy to ensure that your al fresco meal includes this delicious staple. Older kids can even make their own version! Grab the how-to here.
Ready for mac and cheese, picnic-style? These awesome bites from Damn Delicious are an easy way to make your picnic menu even more kid-friendly. They're portable, the perfect serving size, and tasty, too! Get the recipe here.
Since picnic season usually collides with the strawberry season, we can't think of a better sweet treat for your outing than these oatmeal bars from Well Plated. They're easy to make, about 100 calories each, and sure to become a family favorite! For the recipe, click here.
Love Mexican corn on the cob, hate the mess? Whip up a batch of this dip from Damn Delicious, which has the same tasty flavors but no cob cleanup! Pack it into a Tupperware for easy dipping or spoon individual portions into mason jars—voila! You can snag the recipe here.
It's easy to get your picnic cookie fix, thanks to this idea from Love to Be in the Kitchen. They're packed full of peanut butter, chia seeds, honey and mini M&Ms, which makes them excellent fuel for all that post-picnic playtime. Get the recipe here—and discover more energy bites here!
The best way to keep cool during your picnic? With a batch of this fresh ginger lemonade by Daphne Brogdon! Make it the night before and portion it out into mason jars or water bottles to stay hydrated all afternoon long. To get the recipe, click here.
This idea from Super Healthy Kids gives sandwiches a fun new twist! Get the kids involved with cookie cutters and they'll love stacking their favorite sandwich ingredients. To get all the details, click here.
Part of Hello Wonderful’s Cooking with Kids series, this unique take on salad features colorful ingredients the kids will be excited to prep and eat (Psst! And cleanup couldn't be easier!). To get the recipe, click here.
This sweet and salty treat from Averie Cooks is sure to satisfy even the pickiest picnic-goer. The best part? No baking required! Find out what you'll need to get started over at Averie Cooks.
The Merry Thought’s sweet twist on sandwiches is better than sliced bread! Load up the apple slices with your fave nut butter, Nutella, granola or any other creative ingredient. Click here to get the recipe.
Even the littlest chef can help mash and mix avocado! We like this "cheaters" guacamole recipe from Averie Cooks, which makes it easy to make a delicious dip ASAP. Visit Averie Cooks for the full recipe.
Need a meat-free option for your next picnic? This healthy hummus sandwich from HowDoesShe is super easy to assemble and packed with protein and a little crunch. Yum! To get the recipe, click here.
These ultra-colorful fruit cups are easy to assemble and packed with healthy Vitamin C. Older chefs can even help cut the fruit! Head over to My Frugal Adventures for advice on choosing the best stackable fruits.
You won't have to build a fire to enjoy a campfire staple. This tasty twist on the classic s’mores dessert makes it great for daytime picnics, too! Find the recipe at 5 Minutes for Mom.
This fab picnic snack is easy to customize with everything from pretzels to nuts, dried fruit, or bite-sized chocolate chips. It’s the perfect portable treat for a day at the park! Get more info (including recommended ingredients!) at The Chirping Moms.
Amp up your picnic with edible pinwheels! These bites are easy for kids to assemble with cheese and deli meat. A Mom's Take used pretzels as skewers in lieu of toothpicks.
Why does the ice cream always get invited to the party?
Are we there yet?! Whether you’re hitting the road or staying around the house, summer 2023 has arrived. Be sure to print out these summer jokes for kids and beach jokes at your next pool party or cookout; share them with your crew and laugh on! If you need more giggles, check out our collection of knock knock jokes,cheesy jokes, and the ultimate list of jokes for kids.
24 of the Best Summer Jokes for Kids
1. What is brown, hairy, and wears sunglasses?
A coconut on vacation.
2. What kind of water cannot freeze?
Hot water.
3. What happens if you throw a red sun hat in the water?
It gets wet!
4. Why does ice cream always get invited to the party?
It’s cool.
5. What did the little corn say to the mama corn?
Where is pop corn?
6. What animal is always at a baseball game? A bat
7. What do ghosts like to eat in the summer?
I Scream.
8. And where do sharks go on vacation?
Finland!
9. Why did the robot go on vacation?
He needed to recharge his batteries.
10. What did the reporter say to the ice cream?
“What’s the scoop?”
11. Where do math teachers like to go on vacation?
Times Square
12. Why did the elephants get kicked out of the pool?
They kept dropping their trunks.
13. Where do ghosts like to boat on vacation?
Lake Eerie.
14. Why did the teacher jump into the pool?
He wanted to test the water!
15. Why are mountains the funniest place to vacation?
They are hill-arious.
16. What should a toddler wear to go swimming?
Pool-ups.
17. What did the kid say when the instructor told him he’d missed summer school?
“No, sir. I didn’t miss it at all.”
18. What do frogs eat in the summer?
Hopsicles!
19. Why didn’t the sun go to college?
He already had a million degrees.
20. What do you call a cantaloupe in a kiddie pool?
A watermelon.
21. What has ears but can’t hear?
A cornfield.
22. How does a cucumber become a pickle?
It goes through a jarring experience.
23. Why can’t basketball players ever go on vacation?
They would get called for traveling!
24. What did the pig say on a hot summer day?
I’m bacon!
19 of the Best Beach Jokes for Summer
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1. What did the ocean say to the lifeguard?
Nothing, it just waved.
2. What part of the fish weighs the most?
The scales.
3. Why does a seagull fly over the sea?
Because if it flew over the bay, it would be a baygull.
4. How do we know that the ocean is friendly?
It waves!
5. What kind of tree fits in your hand?
A palm tree!
6. Where do sheep go on vacation?
The Baaa-hamas.
7. What do you call seagulls that live near the bay?
Bagels.
8. What did the beach say to the tide when it came in?
Long time, no sea.
9. What does a mermaid use to call her friends?
A shell phone, of course.
10. What do you pay to spend a day on the beach?
Sand dollars.
11. Why did the detectives show up at the concert at the beach?
Something fishy was going on.
12. What is the difference between a piano and a fish?
You can tune a piano, but you can’t tuna fish.
13. What’s the best kind of sandwich for the beach?
Peanut butter and jellyfish.
14. Why don’t oysters like to share their pearls?
Because they are shellfish.
15. Why did the banana wear sunscreen at the beach?
It refused to peel.
16. Why do people swim at saltwater beaches?
Because pepper beaches would make them sneeze.
17. What does Sonic the Hedgehog wear at the beach?
A Speedo
18. What’s the most common insect found at the beach?
A beach buggy.
19. What’s the best day of the week to go to the beach?
Bring your family to one of these authentic corn mazes in and around Washington, DC
Corn mazes are a great fall tradition, and if you haven’t experienced one yet, it’s time to get lost in a field as a family! From a toddler-friendly straw bale maze at Greenstreet Gardens to a hard-core, no-map maze at Liberty Mills Farm, there is a corn maze to meet most family’s skill level on this list. So, if you’ve already brought home bushels of apples and picked your pumpkins, it’s time to tackle the obvious next stage of fall fun and find yourself in one of our favorite corn fields to explore near Washington, DC.
Wayside Farm Located directly off Route 7, this 10-acre corn maze traditionally has an easy path and a hard path, and past years have seen aerial shots depicting Sonic the Hedgehog and SpongeBob SquarePants. Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this farm also offers hayrides, pig races, slides, and playgrounds. In addition to providing its fair share of entertainment, this working farm grows the prettiest pumpkin varieties in the area on their expansive u-pick pumpkin patch.
Summers Farm Billed as one of the largest corn mazes in the country, this farm attraction includes 2.5 miles of paths and secret challenges. You'll also find a pumpkin patch, giant slides, hayrides, and more at this Maryland farm. From Sep. 30 through Oct. 29, weekends feature firework displays starting at 7:30 p.m., weather permitting. Make the night complete with a campfire rental (Fri.-Sun. only). All tickets are strongly encouraged to be purchased online in advance to guarantee admission.
Liberty Mills Farm For the most dedicated of puzzle people, the largest corn maze in the country—a whopping 33 acres—is two hours outside of DC in Somerset, VA. And for hard core sleuths, the most challenging trail has no map! Sound daunting? There are three other trails to choose from, ranging from one that takes roughly 30 minutes to complete to another that spans two hours! After all that walking (and, no doubt, getting lost), take some time to pick a pumpkin and check out the antique tractor collection.
Greenstreet Gardens' Fall Festival At only five acres, this “cozy” corn maze is one of the smallest around, making it a winner for families with little ones barely taller than a stalk of corn. Think of it as “maze lite”—perfect for those prone to meltdowns or needing a quick exit strategy. There’s also a Straw Bale Maze ideal if your little one would like to see over the hedge. While you’re visiting, check out the rest of the 55-acre Lothian farm (east of Upper Marlboro), with lots of fall festival activities involving pumpkins, an underground slide, a jumping pillow, and more.
Winterbrook Farms Come check out Maryland's largest corn maze, which features three corn mazes with a combined total of five miles of fun! Last year's theme, "Save the Family Farm," was an a-mazing adventure, and fans will have fun zipping through trails covering more than 12 acres at Winterbrook Farms this season, too. If you can fit more in, check out some of the farm’s 20 other fam-friendly features, including an apple canon, mini zipline, a pedal-cart speedway, and more. Pro tip for parents waiting upwards of several hours for kids to make their way through the maze? Cozy up with a campfire rental, available by reservation until 6 p.m.
Belvedere Plantation Here you’ll find eight acres of twists and turns and even a few bridges to keep you disoriented in the Maize Maze. There’s also plenty more to do at Belvedere’s Fall Festival, including hay rides, pedal tractors, and pig races. If you want to add pumpkin picking to the mix, this farm also offers pumpkin painting and "punkin plunkin'" activities, too.
Montpelier Farms The seven-acre interactive corn maze at Montpelier Farms is free with admission, but only open on weekends. For a less crowded, tot-friendly experience, check out “Spookley The Square Pumpkin” maze on a weekday (this mini maze is also open on weekends). Afterwards, attend a scarecrow making workshop for an additional fee or hit up the duck races, pumpkin painting tables, hay rides, and more.
Get your corn maze fill at any of these amazing Chicago corn mazes that’ll entertain the family for hours
Local farms know that if they build it, we will come. And by “it,” we obviously mean acres of intricate corn mazes to maneuver through—and get lost in—with your kids. If that isn’t enticing enough, a lot of the maze locations have added bells and whistles like petting zoos and pumpkin doughnuts. Plus, you can check off plenty of fall activities at once as most have options to pick apples or pick pumpkins to complete your fall experience. So lace up those walking shoes and check out this year’s crop of Chicago corn mazes.
Konow’s Corn Maze A huge indoor western-themed playland, 2 corn pits, gem mining, straw playgrounds, animal barn, tractor-pulled grain train and more make this Homer Glen attraction a fall favorite. The keystone, however, of the operation is the corn maze. Depending on how much stamina your kids have, you could spend a chunk of the day winding your way through the miles-long behemoth.
Kroll's Fall Harvest Farm Each year, the cornfields at this farm are cut into elaborate circuits and the activities are designed to entertain your entire clan, Kroll’s has hayrides, a petting zoo with goats, donkeys, sheep and turkeys and a pumpkin patch. Timed entry tickets are required on weekends to help control numbers, so be sure to book online before visiting. The maze is open Sep. 17-Oct. 31.
Richardson Farm Home to the world’s largest maze, it’s go big or go home at Richardson. This sprawling attraction includes 4 separate mazes that make up 9-10 miles of trails winding through 28 acres of live corn. The trail includes games that range from solving puzzles to map reading that keep the littles engaged. In addition to the corny fun, kids can glide on zip lines, cheer for pig races, mosey through pumpkin patches, go for wagon rides and loads more. The maze is open Sep. 10-Oct. 30.
Odyssey Fun Farm Romp around 110 acres in Tinley Park and enjoy a pumpkin patch, inflatables zone, zip line, hay rides, a petting zoo and the crown-jewel 15-acre Pac Man-themed corn maze. In case that seems like a lot walking for little feet, the farm also features a pint-sized hay maze. Brave souls may also be interested in the twilight flashlight maze, wherein visitors peruse the maze at night. Don’t worry . . . it’s not haunted . . . or is it? (It's not). The farm opens Sep. 24.
County Line Orchard Just over the Indiana border lies an awe-inspiring orchard complete with pumpkin doughnuts, concessions, apples galore and corn mazes. Along with a larger maze, there is also an Albanese gummy bear-themed maze that's perfect for the little ones. Once you’re all maze-d out, pick apples and peruse the massive barn to get your fill of fudge and other farm essentials.
Jonamac Orchard This apple-picking oasis is also home to one stellar corn maze. While mostly renowned for its extensive apple orchards, the 10-acre corny adventure should not be overlooked. And with three miles of pathways and two bridges, it’s almost impossible to ignore. There’s also a nighttime haunted version on Friday and Saturday evenings for the brave corn stalkers. The maze is open Aug. 27-Oct. 30.
Looking for a corn maze, but don't want to leave the city? You're in luck! Jack's Pumpkin Patch Pop-Up has the city's largest family-friendly corn maze (before 7 p.m.), carnival games, a pumpkin patch, and so much more. It's recommended that you buy your tickets in advance, but they do accept walk-ups. They are open everyday from Sept. 22 - Oct. 31.
Siegel’s Cottonwood Farm With 30 attractions on hand, Siegel’s Cottonwood Farm in Crest Hill, truly is a solid catch-all for kids of all ages and interests, whether said interests include pumpkin-picking, pony rides, climbing walls, jellies and jams, hay rides, or even “zombie” paintball. Then, of course, there’s the corn maze, open weekends through October 31. Spanning 15 acres, the corn maze contains 5 miles of winding pathways.
Goebbert’s Pumpkin Patch Through October 31, the farm opens its gates to visitors clambering for homemade fudge and caramel apples and those eager to ride the ponies and take a run through the mazes. The mazes here come in two varieties: a larger corn maze good for slightly older children and a “munchkin maze” ideal for younger kids.
When the days get cooler and the costume planning is underway, you know it’s time to go pumpkin picking! These pumpkin patches near Denver offer loads of things to do with kids like corn mazes, crafts, farm-themed playgrounds and hay rides. Gather your crew and head out for a day at one of our favorite Denver-area pumpkin patches for kids.
Maize in the City Choose from hundreds of pumpkins in all shapes and sizes at this fun pumpkin patch. In addition, you can make your way through the massive 20-acre corn maze that even has its own app-driven trivia game to help you navigate your way around! Try out the corn launcher, mini escape rooms, or let the kids run wild on the playground.
COVID-19 Update: Check out their 2020 changes here.
Osborn Farm Since 1861 this Loveland farm has been welcoming visitors to pick the perfect pumpkin. This year, vendors, hay rides and barrel trains will be open along with regular pumpkin patch activities! Pumpkins, cornstalks, gourds, corn, straw bales and mums will be for sale. You can also get your caffeine fix at their on site coffee trucks, but on weekends only.
Cottonwood Farm Visit this Lafayette farm on the weekdays when admission is free and the crowds are smaller. If you come on the weekends, you get the added bonus of wagon rides around the property. It is strongly recommended that you prepay for your admission, especially for the weekends. Every day you'll find the corn and hay bale mazes, farm animals and loads of pumpkins of course. Come back after Thanksgiving for your Christmas tree! $5 admission.
COVID-19 Update: They ask for social distancing between separate parties.
Nick's Fall Fest There's no admission fee for this spot and they pop the best kettle corn in town. There are games, rides, mazes, photo ops, an inflatable obstacle course and more to enjoy this year! Enjoy the festive atmosphere and loads of different types of pumpkins.
Munson Farms Over 100 acres of farm are here for you to explore when you visit Munson Farms. In addition to pumpkins, they specialize in sweet corn, tomatoes and peaches. Pick your pumpkin from the patch or grab one that's already been picked for you. Hay rides and a corn maze are other attractions here.
Miller Farms Family owned and operated since 1949, this farm has got the pumpkin game down. During the fall harvest, everyone takes a tractor ride to the fields with stops along the way to pick their own vegetables. They’ll get the fun and educational experience of putting their hands in the dirt and the rewarding benefit of picking fresh produce to take home to their families. They have a giant “Croc-pit” (imagine thousands and thousands of chopped-up Crocs in a giant pile-o-fun), corn maze, kids play areas, antique tractors, peddle tractors, a hay pyramid, farm animals, and a unique collection of oddities and activities.
It’s finally fall, ya’ll, and that means there is a bushel of corn-fusing fun to be had at a local corn maze. From Peter Pan-themed to delightfully spooky, there’s a bumper crop of corn mazes near Atlanta. Lend an ear and we’ll tell you where to go.
As the name suggest, there is an excellent corn maze to be found at The Buford Corn Maze. Older kiddos may want to do the corn maze, but if you're taking littles, there's a lot of walking. If they're not up to the job, you can opt for the playground or bounce house, which are free with admission. Look for pony rides, face painting and karaoke too.
The Details: Admission is $16 for the corn maze and includes the hayride. Mon.-Th. from 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Fri. & Sat. from 10 a.m.-midnight, Sun. 10 a.m.-10 p.m.
The name Sleepy Hallow conjures up images of hayrides, Halloween and crisp fall nights, but this Sleepy Hallow got its start thirty years ago as a family owned Christmas tree farm (read about their cool history here). What started as a Christmas tradition has grown into a fall tradition for families throughout the Atlanta area. Aside from the main attraction: the tractor ride, kiddos will love the corn maze, a pumpkin patch and farm animal feeding.
The Details: $12 per person, 2 and under free with purchase of adult ticket. Includes wagon rides, corn maze, farm animals & kid zone, and pumpkin patch (pumpkins sold separately). From Sep. 24–Oct. 31, Wed.-Fri. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Just north of Atlanta in Milton, you’ll find Scottsdale Farms, a 55-acre family owned Garden Center and Cafe. The first 4 weeks in October from Thursday-Sunday you'll find a Family Fun Field, complete with a corn maze and hayride for all ages, lawn games, and a Sunflower Field. They also have a plethora of pumpkins, gourds, and squashes in all varieties if you need to stock up.
The Details: Thurs.-Sun. from 3-6 p.m. in Oct., $7/per person or maximum of $25/per family, Children 2 and under are free
With a maze spread over 12 acres with 4 miles of trails, you can get as corny as you want at Uncle Shucks. Don’t worry, there are exits throughout the maze so you’re sure to make it out alive, and if the littles just aren’t big enough to understand the thrill of the corn maze, you can amaze them with the corn cannon, mini maze (made out of hay bales for optimum visibility), pumpkin patch, and pony rides. On Friday and Saturday nights in October, brave the horror that is The Dark Rows, an unique haunted trail through some of the most twisted trails of our corn field!
Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch, Sep. 11 – Nov 14, 2021
October Hours: Sat. 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Sun. to Thurs. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Weekends in November Price: Corn maze $15, Haunted Maze $20, Combo $25 per person
Southern Belle Farm's corn maze stretches over 4 acres, and offers bonus fall fun in the form of hayrides, a cow train, pig races, corn boxes, and a pumpkin patch. Can’t make it to the fair this year? You can pick up a corn dog or funnel cake to restore the energy that the corn maze zaps from you! Go for the corn maze, leave with your fall bucket list completely checked.
Hours: Through Oct.29, Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Sundays from 1 to 7 p.m., Weekdays Tuesdays to Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. through October 29th Price: $11.95 on weekdays, $16.95 on weekends
Famous for its eight-acre corn maze (as well as the Kiddie Maze), the littles will also love the pumpkin train, pony rides, hayrides, and duck races that Jaemor Farms offers in October and the first weekend of November. Need to pick up some pumpkins? No need to make an additional stop. After conquering the corn maze and the other fall activities at Jaemor Farms, you can mosey on over to the pumpkin farm, where all shapes and sizes await your selection. Bring your camera.
Hours: Mondays-Thursdays: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Fridays & Saturdays: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Sundays: 1 to 7 p.m. Price: $14 per person ages 3 & up
Take one corn maze, add an inflatable bouncing pillow and some friendly farm animals, and sprinkle in some gem mining. Yields one day of fantastic fall fun, and one carload of exhausted kiddos on the trek home. Cagle’s is a working farm with a wild side during the fall. Don’t forget to pick up some of their fresh milk at the dairy, and if you’ve got night owls, go for the bonfire hayride, which begin as early as 6:00 p.m.
Hours: Through Oct. 31, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sat. nights in Oct. until 10 p.m. Price: Activities range from free to $25
Do you have a favorite Halloween candy? Whether you love a good sour gummy or love sinking your teeth into dark chocolate, a new report shows just how American’s love of sweets during the Halloween season shakes out.
Career site, Zippia recently used Google Trends to examine 50 different popular candies and how often each one is searched for within the U.S. From there, they determined the fave Halloween candy of each state and spoiler: gross candy is not excluded from the results.
photo: Courtesy of Zippia
While Starburst was the overall fave last year, Kit Kats and Twix bars are the hot candy for 2021. On a whole, chocolate candy wins out over non-chocolate options in general.
Some other notable results include West Virginia’s weird love of Candy Corn, Tennessee devours Runts, Colorado digs Black Licorice and Oklahoma gums out over Circus Peanuts (yes, THOSE circus peanuts).
