Saturday, October 19 | 12 to 4pm
Embrace the vibrant colors of The Arboretum as the season transforms into fall at our upcoming Dawes Fall Fest on Saturday, October 19 from 12 - 4pm!
Don’t miss out on all the fun including:
- Live music by Ian Thomas Hayes
- Food trucks (Weathervane Kettle Corn, Roaming Rooster, The Burrito Bus and Rolls by the Pound.)
- Pet and Family Costume Parades *
- Face painting by Pilar Designs
- Pumpkin painting with Create Joy DIY Studio
- Family-friendly activities on the lawn
- Woodland Pub
- Arts & Crafts
- Wagon rides *
*The Arboretum’s mascot, Darby, will lead a Pet Costume Parade at 1pm and a Family Costume Parade at 3pm during the festival! (Pet owners and their furry friends who wish to participate in the Pet Parade must arrive at the check in point by 12:45pm and families who wish to participate in the Family Costume Parade must arrive at the check in point by 2:45pm. A map of the check in point will be posted soon!)
*Take a wagon tour through Dawes! These guided tours will take guests through the North and South Loops of the auto tour showcasing the fall beauty of The Arboretum. Tickets for the fall wagon tours are $5 per person and free for children ages 5 and under.