Springfield Park Board Opened Harvest Fest
The annual autumn festival has returned to Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park with new ticket options for families.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Fairs and Festivals
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The Springfield-Greene County Park Board has launched its annual Harvest Fest at Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park. The month-long celebration features seasonal activities including a corn maze, hayrides, and a pumpkin patch.
Why it matters
Organizers introduced new multi-activity ticket bundles to help families better navigate the various festival attractions. These tiered passes allow visitors to choose options tailored to specific age groups, ranging from toddlers to all-ages access.
Visitors typically spend 1 hour navigating the corn maze at the facility. Pumpkin prices are determined by individual weight and sold through the farm park gift shop.
The players
Springfield-Greene County Park Board
This local agency manages public parks and recreational facilities throughout Springfield and the surrounding Greene County area.
Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park
Located in Springfield, this facility serves as a working farm park that provides agricultural education and seasonal community events.
The details
The festival grounds remain free to enter, with additional costs applied to specific attractions through the new bundle system. The park continues to host barnyard races and a cow train alongside its traditional pumpkin patch offerings.
Timeline
Harvest Fest takes place throughout weekends in October 2026.
The pumpkin patch remains open for visitors Tuesday through Sunday.
Industry Dynamics
The introduction of activity bundles reflects a wider move by regional festival organizers to streamline visitor flow and improve the customer experience during high-traffic events. This transition helps municipal venues compete with commercial attractions by offering more predictable and flexible pricing for local families.
Families visiting the park can now utilize tiered ticket bundles for toddler, child, and all-ages participation. While grounds access remains free, residents should prepare for variable pricing on pumpkins based on their weight.
The takeaway
Visitors planning a trip should check the park schedule to ensure they arrive when the pumpkin patch is open. Utilizing the new ticket bundles can provide a more cost-effective and organized experience for groups attending multiple attractions.
Further reading
For more information on community events in the area, visit the Fairs and Festivals section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Ozarks First.
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