FALL FESTIVAL | Jackson Farm | Black Rock, AR
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FALL FESTIVAL Hours

September 26 - November 8, 2026
Saturdays: 10:00am - 7:00pm
Sundays: 12:00pm - 7:00pm
Come and enjoy 45+ Fall favorite activities like the corn maze, hay rides, jumping pads, Fall photo ops, special events, and MORE!!!

Check out our farm activities for What To Do & Where To Eat!

Saturdays

10:00am
Gates Open
11:00am
Pig Race
1:00pm
Magic Show & Balloon Art by Morley Family Entertainment
1:00pm
Pig Race
5:00pm
Pig Race
7:00pm
Gates Close

Sundays

12:00pm
Gates Open
1:00pm
Pig Race
3:00pm
Magic Show & Balloon Art by Morley Family Entertainment
5:00pm
Pig Race
7:00pm
Gates Close
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SPecial Events

Sept

26

Saturday

All Day

Opening Day

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Sept

26

Saturday

4:00pm

Blooms & Butterflies

Painted Ladies (limited quantity) – $6.00 online
Any extras will be sold onsite, while supplies last.

Join us for our Annual Butterfly Release!
Whether you’re honoring someone special, remembering a loved one, celebrating good news, or simply enjoying the beauty of God’s creation, this is a magical moment you won’t want to miss.

How it works:

  • Purchase your butterfly in advance online.

  • Pick up at the flower booth at 4pm on Saturday, September 26, 2026.

  • Meet in the zinnia field for the group release.

  • If you can’t make it to the group release, you’re welcome to release your butterfly anywhere on the farm at your own pace.

Any butterflies not picked up by 4:30pm will be released with the group into the zinnia garden.

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03 04

Saturday & Sunday

All Day

Bring Your Pet Weekend

$5 per pet – purchase online or at the gate
All proceeds benefit a local animal shelter.

  • October 3 & 4 is our pet friendly weekend! Bring your pet to the pumpkin patch!

  • Waiver required at entry.

  • Doggie treats given at admissions.

  • Pets must be well behaved, friendly, and leashed at all times.

  • Please pick up after your pet.

  • We have the right to deny entry or remove you from the farm for any concerns of safety or nuisance.

  • We have a no pet policy on all other weekends.

​Prohibited breeds: Due to insurance industry standards, we are unable to allow Pitbulls, Dobermans, Rottweilers, Mastiffs, Cane Corsos, Dogo Argentinos, Staffordshire Terriers, Wolf or Wolf Hybrids.

Oct

17

Saturday

7:00-8:00pm

Twilight Maze

Experience the corn maze like never before—after dark! Grab your flashlight and get ready for a nighttime adventure packed with surprises. Make your way through the maze and stop by all six candy stations along the way—treats included!

This special event is included with admission and perfect for families and kids of all ages. Don’t forget your costume, and be on the lookout for fun characters in the maze!

Come see the farm in a whole new light—literally. The Twilight Maze is an unforgettable way to celebrate fall!

Oct

31

Saturday

All Day

Stay Tuned

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07 08

Saturday & Sunday

All Day

Stay Tuned

Open one weekend longer in 2026! 

Fall Festival in Black Rock and Smithville, Arkansas

New schedule coming soon!

Fall Festival in Black Rock and Smithville, Arkansas
Special Events
  • September 28th - Butterfly Release Event, Hot Air Balloon Rides

  • September 29th - Hot Air Balloon Rides

  • October 5th - Astrid's 1st Birthday & Bring Your Pet Day

  • October 6th - Bring Your Pet Day

  • October 12th - Twilight Maze

  • October 14th - Open for Columbus Day (NEW!)

  • October 26th - Helicopter Candy Drop & Fireworks Show

  • November 2nd - Little Miss Pumpkin Pageant

  • November 3rd - Closing Day

Weekend 1
Opening Weekend
Sept 21
 

  • 10:00am - Gates Open

  • 11:00am - Pig Race

  • 1:00pm - Pig Race

  • 5:00pm - Pig Race

Sept 22

  • 12:00pm - Gates Open

  • 1:00pm - Pig Race

  • 5:00pm - Pig Race

Weekend 2
Blooms & Butterflies Festival
Sept 28 
Butterfly Release

Join us for our annual Butterfly Release! Honor a loved one, celebrate good news, or simply rejoice in the beauty of God's creation. Purchase your butterfly in advance and pick up at the flower booth at 4pm. Butterflies not claimed by 4:30pm will be released with the rest into the Zinnia garden. Admission & butterfly required; limited quantity available.

  • 10:00am - Gates Open

  • 11:00am - Pig Race

  • 1:00pm - Magic Show and Balloon Art by Morley Family Entertainment

  • 1:00pm - Pig Race

  • 4:30pm - Butterfly Release Ceremony

  • 5:00pm - Pig Race

Sept 29

  • 12:00pm - Gates Open

  • 1:00pm - Pig Race

  • 3:00pm - Magic Show and Balloon Art by Morley Family Entertainment

  • 5:00pm - Pig Race

Weekend 3
Bring Your Pet Weekend
Oct 5
Bring Your Pet, Astrid the Llama's 1st Birthday

​Celebrate Astrid's birthday with us and come by the petting barn for cake and a doggie treat! Pet passes are $5 each; all proceeds will be donated to a local animal shelter. Please Note: Some breeds prohibited including, pitbull, doberman, Rottweiler, mastiff, cane corso, dogo argentino, stafforshire terrier, Weimaraner.

  • 10:00am - Gates Open

  • 11:00am - Pig Race

  • 1:00pm - Magic Show and Balloon Art by Morley Family Entertainment

  • 1:00pm - Pig Race

  • 3:00pm - Astrid's 1st Birthday Party

  • 5:00pm - Pig Race

Oct 6

Bring Your Pet

​Pet passes are $5; all proceeds will be donated to a local animal shelter. Please Note: Some breeds prohibited including, pitbull, doberman, Rottweiler, mastiff, cane corso, dogo argentino, stafforshire terrier, Weimaraner.

  • 12:00pm - Gates Open

  • 1:00pm - Pig Race

  • 3:00pm - Magic Show and Balloon Art by Morley Family Entertainment

  • 5:00pm - Pig Race

Weekend 4
Oct 12
Twilight Maze

​Stay after dark and enjoy the twilight maze! Bring flashlights for some night time fun! You might even run into some MARIO characters handing out candy!

  • 10:00pm - Gates Open

  • 11:00pm - Pig Race

  • 1:00pm - Magic Show and Balloon Art by Morley Family Entertainment

  • 1:00 - Pig Race

  • 5:00pm - Pig Race

  • 7:00pm to 8:00pm - Twilight Maze

Oct 13

  • 12:00pm - Gates Open

  • 1:00pm - Pig Race

  • 3:00pm - Magic Show and Balloon Art by Morley Family Entertainment

  • 5:00pm - Pig Race

Weekend 5
 
Oct 14 -  WE'RE OPEN FOR COLUMBUS DAY! 
9AM - 4PM

Oct 19
  • 10:00am - Gates Open

  • 11:00am - Pig Race

  • 1:00pm - Magic Show and Balloon Art by Morley Family Entertainment

  • 1:00 - Pig Race

  • 5:00pm - Pig Race

Oct 20

 

  • 12:00pm - Gates Open

  • 1:00pm - Pig Race

  • 3:00pm - Magic Show and Balloon Art by Morley Family Entertainment

  • 5:00pm - Pig Race

Weekend 6
 
Oct 26
 Helicopter Candy Drop & Fireworks

​Join us for one of our biggest days of the season! Feel free to come dressed in a family friendly costume! All events are included in your admission.

  • 10:00am - Gates Open

  • 11:00am - Pig Race

  • 1:00pm - Magic Show and Balloon art by Morley Family Entertainment

  • 1:00 - Pig Race

  • 2:00pm - Helicopter Candy Drop

  • 5:00pm - Pig Race

  • 6:45pm - Fireworks Show

Oct 27

  • 12:00pm - Gates Open

  • 1:00pm - Pig Race

  • 3:00pm - Magic Show and Balloon Art by Morley Family Entertainment

  • 5:00pm - Pig Race

Weekend 7
Closing Weekend
   Nov 2
Little Miss Pumpkin Pageant
Hot Air Balloon RIdes

Come dressed in your Sunday Best and ready to wow the crowd! There will be two divisions: ages 3-5 & ages 6-10. It is $35 per participant; admission and registration required. The deadline to register is Oct 29th. Event will be held at the pig race. We will also be taking donations of canned goods for a local food pantry. Prizes for each group are as follows: 

Queen: crown, sash, flower bouquet, $200 cash

1st Alternate: sash, flower bouquet, large gift basket

2nd Alternate: sash, flower bouquet, small gift basket

  • 10:00am - Gates Open

  • 11:00am - Pig Race

  • 1:00pm - Magic Show and Balloon Art by Morley Family Entertainment

  • 1:00pm - Pig Race

  • 3:00pm - Little Miss Pumpkin Pageant

  • 4:00-7:00 Hot Air Balloon Rides

  • 5:00pm - Pig Race

Nov 3

Hot Air Balloon Rides

The Hot Air Balloon Rides are tethered rides going up 60-80 feet. Rides are about 5 minutes long. 4-6 people can ride at a time. No age limit to ride. Tickets are $25 per person. Admission required. These tickets will be refunded if the event gets rained out

  • 12:00pm - Gates Open

  • 1:00pm - Pig Race

  • 3:00pm - Magic Show and Balloon Art by Morley Family Entertainment

  • 3:00-6:00 Hot Air Balloon Rides

  • 5:00pm - Pig Race

Things To Know
 
   
 

* Pony rides close at 6pm

* Hay rides run all day. Last hayride at sunset. You don't want to miss this one!!

 

 

 

 

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