Sonny Acres Farm Announces Return of Iconic All-Ages Festival September 14-October 30

Start: Saturday, September 14, 2024 10:00AM
End: Wednesday, October 30, 2024 6:00PM

Sonny Acres Farm, 29W310 North Ave., is proud to announce the return of their iconic Fall Festival, open to the public beginning September 14th through October 30th. Chicagoland's premier destination for all-ages seasonal fun will return in full force offering endless entertainment including amusement rides, a full petting zoo, hayrides, seasonal eats, full bar, train rides, Sweet Shop, Farm Fresh Store, live music and more. Admission to Sonny Acres Farm is free and guests will be delighted to find ample parking available on-site. Beginning September 27th, Sonny Acres Farm Haunted Barn and Hayride experiences will return, featuring dozens of live actors for hair-raising haunts. From a day spent with the family to a night out with friends or the ultimate seasonal date night, a visit to Sonny Acres Farm is a can't-miss Fall tradition. "We're thrilled to be kicking off the Fall Festival a bit earlier this season to offer families and friends even more opportunity to enjoy the tradition of spending time with us here at Sonny Acres," said Jeannine Fontana, Owner and Manager, Sonny Acres Farm. "From the first pumpkin picked to the last that passes our gates each season, we are honored to welcome guests of all-ages to enjoy the attractions and experiences our team works year-round to make unforgettable. We're in it to help everyone make great memories, and the Fall Festival is the perfect place for them to do just that." During the week Tuesday - Thursday from 10 am - 6 pm during the Fall Festival, Sonny Acres Farm is proud to offer a special wristband deal for the little ones to enjoy unlimited rides for $28 per child. The farm is home to a wide assortment of attractions including an Apple Worm, Sheep Ride, Wacky Worm Roller Coaster, Bumble Bees, Frog Hopper, Giant Slide, Giant Swings, Tilt-A-Whirl, Sonny's Express Train, a Giant Jumping Pillow and Kiddie Korral filled with play areas and inflatables to enjoy. Outside of the weekday wristband deal, tickets are available for purchase, redeemable at the various attractions. 10 tickets are available for $23 and 40 tickets are available for $44, which each include 1 free ride ticket (online purchase only). Tickets and wristbands are available for purchase online via TIXR or at the ticket booth located on property. Guests can also pick the perfect pumpkin to take home, stop by the Farm Fresh Store for a variety of fresh apples, stop into the Sweet Shop for a gourmet treat, or visit one of the many gourmet food stands including Roasted Corn, Elote and Chascas, Apple Cider Donuts, Funnel Fries and more. Adult patrons are invited to experience the farm's full bar, featuring seasonal libations including Spiked Hot Apple Cider and Spiked Apple Cider Slushies (also available in non-alcoholic versions) to name a few. Thrill-seekers will enjoy the farm's premier haunted attractions, including a haunted barn and haunted hayride, open Fridays - Sundays from September 27th through October 27th. Featuring dozens of live actors ready for a spook at every turn, Sonny Acres' haunted experiences immerse guests into an enchanted world filled with spine-chilling sights, sounds and scenes for an unforgettable interactive experience. Haunted experience ticket purchases are available online in advance and on-site subject to availability. Due to consistent overwhelming demand, purchasing tickets in advance is strongly recommended and available now. Tickets are available for both the haunted hayride ($25) and haunted barn ($20) individually, or as a combo experience ($38) for the ultimate thrill via TIXR. A "Fast Pass" is also offered to guests for the haunted barn attraction, allowing them to skip the line and get straight to the haunt for an additional $10. Fall Festival Hours of Operation are as follows: Tuesday: 10 am - 6 pm Wednesday: 10 am - 6 pm Thursday: 10 am - 6 pm Friday: 10 am - 10 pm *** Haunted Experiences Open 7 pm - 10 pm Saturday: 10 am - 10 pm *** Haunted Experiences Open 7 pm - 10 pm Sunday: 10 am - 9 pm *** Haunted Experiences Open 7 pm - 9 pm *** Open for Columbus Day Monday, October 14: 10 am - 6 pm *** With ample space and party barns available for use, Sonny Acres Farm is proud to serve as an ideal destination for school field trips, birthday parties, family reunions, corporate events, weddings and group outings. For more information on the Sonny Acres Farm Fall Festival, field trip and event inquiries, wholesale information and additional annual programming, please visit sonnyacres.com or follow along on social media @sonnyacresfarm.