Pumpkin Festival at Shepherd's Cross
Last Weekend in September thru First Weekend in November
September 24 - November 2, 2024 Tuesday through Saturday 9:00 am - 6:30 pm
Open Monday, Oct 28th
1. Pumpkin Patch – priced for every budget
2. Farm Animal Barn Petting Area - Horses, Donkeys, Sheep, Goat, Rabbit, Chickens, Alpaca
3. Baby Chick Hatching Station
4. Wool Mill
5. Little Land
6. Hay Bale Maze
7. Find the Pumpkin Game
8. Farmer in the Armor Game
9. Ring the Pumpkin Game
10. Horseshoes Game
11. Rope the Cow Game
12. Corn Cob Bowling Game
13. Off the Boards Game
14. Pumpkin Pitch Game
15. Bushels of Apples Game
16. Pumpkin Basketball Game
17. Pumpkin Tic Tac Toe Game
18. Gunny Sack Races
19. Sheep Raceway
20. Pumpkins Growing on the Vine Observation
21. Pumpkin Education Exhibit
22. Covered Wagon Picture Spot
23. Picture Yourself in a Pumpkin Picture Spot
24. Measure Your Height Picture Spot
25. I Love Shepherd’s Cross Picture Spot
26. Prayer Room – Silo 4th Floor
27. Picnic Area
28. Pumpkin Pens
29. Pumpkin Stroll
30. Coloring Contest
31. Guess the Weight of the Pumpkin
32. Tiny Tractors for Tiny Tots
33. Farmland Play Station
34. Percy Pumpkin Story Time
35. New Yard Games for 2023 - three new ones!
36. Corn Shelling
37. Antique Tractor & Farm Equipment
38. Threshing Machine
39. Museum
40. Silo - Explore 4 floors
41. Oklahoma Farm Aquarium & Terrariums
42. Observe the farm animals in the green pastures
43. See Farm Animals in the pastures including: Alpaca, Peacocks, Horses, Cattle, Sheep, Donkeys
44. Pecan Cracking Station
45. Antique Farm Hand Tool Exhibit
46. Veterinary Exhibit
47. Horse Exhibit
48. Sheep Dairy Exhibit
49. International Missions Exhibit
50. Woolly Library
51. International Spinning Wheel Collection
52. Weaving – Loom Exhibit includes: Early 1900 Jacquard Dobby Looms
53. Textile Fiber Exhibit
54. Family Tabletop Game Area includes: Checkers, Farm-opoly, Matching
55. Bible Garden
56. Tractor Pull Wagon Ride in Hay Meadow ($6.50 per person; 2 and under are free)
57. Craft – Scarecrows ($4.00 per scarecrow)
58. Outdoor Scarecrow Making – from toddler to big daddy size ($4 per scarecrow) Bring your own set of clothing for your scarecrow. We provide hay, string and pins for fastening, and a paper sack head. You may bring your own head or purchase a pumpkin for a head. Take your scarecrow home.
59. Bird Watching - Educational brochure & sign depicting birds of Shepherd's Cross available
60. Photography- Fabulous Fall Sunsets
61. Gift Shop, featuring: Farm Fresh Animal Welfare Approved Products, Crafts, Yarn, Craft Equipment, Kids Section, Amish Baked Goods, Jams & Jellies, Snacks & Beverages, Gaywool Dyes
62. Weekend Special Events Include: Military Day, Foster Family Day, Homeschool Day, Grandparents Day, Open House, Farm Equipment Demos
63. QR Code Scavenger Hunt
64. 3 new Yard Games in the Pumpkin Patch this year
Packages:
#1. Donation-based
Pumpkin Festival at Shepherd's Cross
Last Weekend in September thru First Weekend in November
September 24 - November 2, 2024 Tuesday through Saturday 9:00 am - 6:30 pm
Open Monday, Oct 28th
- Closed Sundays & Mondays (we are open Monday, Oct. 28th)
- Walk Through Pumpkin Patch
- Explore Activities on the 80-Acre Farm - Outdoors &/or Indoors
- "Green Areas"
- Free Parking
- Over 60 Activities! New this year are 3 additional yard games & A QR Code Educational Video Scavenger Hunt
- Celebrating Fall with the community for nearly 30 years!
- Family Owned & Operated
1. Pumpkin Patch – priced for every budget
2. Farm Animal Barn Petting Area - Horses, Donkeys, Sheep, Goat, Rabbit, Chickens, Alpaca
3. Baby Chick Hatching Station
4. Wool Mill
5. Little Land
6. Hay Bale Maze
7. Find the Pumpkin Game
8. Farmer in the Armor Game
9. Ring the Pumpkin Game
10. Horseshoes Game
11. Rope the Cow Game
12. Corn Cob Bowling Game
13. Off the Boards Game
14. Pumpkin Pitch Game
15. Bushels of Apples Game
16. Pumpkin Basketball Game
17. Pumpkin Tic Tac Toe Game
18. Gunny Sack Races
19. Sheep Raceway
20. Pumpkins Growing on the Vine Observation
21. Pumpkin Education Exhibit
22. Covered Wagon Picture Spot
23. Picture Yourself in a Pumpkin Picture Spot
24. Measure Your Height Picture Spot
25. I Love Shepherd’s Cross Picture Spot
26. Prayer Room – Silo 4th Floor
27. Picnic Area
28. Pumpkin Pens
29. Pumpkin Stroll
30. Coloring Contest
31. Guess the Weight of the Pumpkin
32. Tiny Tractors for Tiny Tots
33. Farmland Play Station
34. Percy Pumpkin Story Time
35. New Yard Games for 2023 - three new ones!
36. Corn Shelling
37. Antique Tractor & Farm Equipment
38. Threshing Machine
39. Museum
40. Silo - Explore 4 floors
41. Oklahoma Farm Aquarium & Terrariums
42. Observe the farm animals in the green pastures
43. See Farm Animals in the pastures including: Alpaca, Peacocks, Horses, Cattle, Sheep, Donkeys
44. Pecan Cracking Station
45. Antique Farm Hand Tool Exhibit
46. Veterinary Exhibit
47. Horse Exhibit
48. Sheep Dairy Exhibit
49. International Missions Exhibit
50. Woolly Library
51. International Spinning Wheel Collection
52. Weaving – Loom Exhibit includes: Early 1900 Jacquard Dobby Looms
53. Textile Fiber Exhibit
54. Family Tabletop Game Area includes: Checkers, Farm-opoly, Matching
55. Bible Garden
56. Tractor Pull Wagon Ride in Hay Meadow ($6.50 per person; 2 and under are free)
57. Craft – Scarecrows ($4.00 per scarecrow)
58. Outdoor Scarecrow Making – from toddler to big daddy size ($4 per scarecrow) Bring your own set of clothing for your scarecrow. We provide hay, string and pins for fastening, and a paper sack head. You may bring your own head or purchase a pumpkin for a head. Take your scarecrow home.
59. Bird Watching - Educational brochure & sign depicting birds of Shepherd's Cross available
60. Photography- Fabulous Fall Sunsets
61. Gift Shop, featuring: Farm Fresh Animal Welfare Approved Products, Crafts, Yarn, Craft Equipment, Kids Section, Amish Baked Goods, Jams & Jellies, Snacks & Beverages, Gaywool Dyes
62. Weekend Special Events Include: Military Day, Foster Family Day, Homeschool Day, Grandparents Day, Open House, Farm Equipment Demos
63. QR Code Scavenger Hunt
64. 3 new Yard Games in the Pumpkin Patch this year
Packages:
#1. Donation-based
- Includes all free activities - Suggested Donation: $5 per person
- Pumpkins, Wagon Rides & Scarecrow Crafts available on an individual "pay for use" basis. These are the only "add-ons"
- Includes all free activities above PLUS
- Wagon Ride in hay meadow ($6.50 value)
- Mini-pumpkin or gourd ($1.50 value)
- Fall Craft take-home OR Outdoor Scarecrow Making - bring a set of any size clothes
- Includes all free activities above PLUS
- Wagon Ride in hay meadow ($6.50 value)
- Pie-size pumpkin ($4.50 value)
- Fall Craft take-home OR Outdoor Scarecrow Making - bring a set of any size clothes
- Includes all free activities above PLUS
- Wagon Ride in hay meadow ($6.50 value)
- Regular Jack-size pumpkin ($7.50 value)
- Fall Craft take-home OR Outdoor Scarecrow Making - bring a set of any size clothes
History of October 31st
Historically, October 31st began as a Christian celebration. On that night, prayer warriors would place a candle in their window to notify people in need, that they could come to receive free clothing and food. The following day, November 1st (All Saints Day) dedicated Christian laborers would go out and actively share the Good News of their Christian faith. Throughout history, and throughout the world, Christians have had slight variations on this theme; however, one thing remains constant in those historic tales - the gathering of Christian believers in prayer and in service to others. May our porch lights, this holiday season, shine brightly as a beacon of hope for all. If you are in need, be it for clothes, food, or a night of prayer, you are welcome. This positive tradition can be followed any time of the year. What an inspiring reminder of our history and mission! May our celebrations be such a witness to the resurrection of Christ!
Pumpkins - a Reason to Celebrate
At the Pumpkin Festival we teach that God made the pumpkin. Pumpkins are a healthy vegetable, as well as a colorful fall decoration. God has blessed us with these wonderful vegetables, that keep well in wintertime and provide important nutrition.
The pilgrims and early settlers of America were grateful to have pumpkins to eat, as other vegetables did not store well. Pumpkins were a dietary mainstay...and were part of the Thanksgiving tradition from the start!
Here at Shepherd's Cross, we thank the Lord for the harvest of vegetables of every conceivable variety. Join us in rejoicing in the bounty of His blessings!
Look for our pumpkin recipes when you come to the patch this year. There are many uses for this wonderful vegetable, and we sell all kinds for both decoration and for making delicious foods such as pies, breads, soups...even snacks! The Pumpkin Festival is a fun & educational experience.
Special Activities during Pumpkin Festival
Homeschool Day & National Alpaca Day
Historically, October 31st began as a Christian celebration. On that night, prayer warriors would place a candle in their window to notify people in need, that they could come to receive free clothing and food. The following day, November 1st (All Saints Day) dedicated Christian laborers would go out and actively share the Good News of their Christian faith. Throughout history, and throughout the world, Christians have had slight variations on this theme; however, one thing remains constant in those historic tales - the gathering of Christian believers in prayer and in service to others. May our porch lights, this holiday season, shine brightly as a beacon of hope for all. If you are in need, be it for clothes, food, or a night of prayer, you are welcome. This positive tradition can be followed any time of the year. What an inspiring reminder of our history and mission! May our celebrations be such a witness to the resurrection of Christ!
Pumpkins - a Reason to Celebrate
At the Pumpkin Festival we teach that God made the pumpkin. Pumpkins are a healthy vegetable, as well as a colorful fall decoration. God has blessed us with these wonderful vegetables, that keep well in wintertime and provide important nutrition.
The pilgrims and early settlers of America were grateful to have pumpkins to eat, as other vegetables did not store well. Pumpkins were a dietary mainstay...and were part of the Thanksgiving tradition from the start!
Here at Shepherd's Cross, we thank the Lord for the harvest of vegetables of every conceivable variety. Join us in rejoicing in the bounty of His blessings!
Look for our pumpkin recipes when you come to the patch this year. There are many uses for this wonderful vegetable, and we sell all kinds for both decoration and for making delicious foods such as pies, breads, soups...even snacks! The Pumpkin Festival is a fun & educational experience.
Special Activities during Pumpkin Festival
Homeschool Day & National Alpaca Day
- Saturday, September 23, 2023
- On this day any homeschool family may pay for a maximum of 5 members, and the remainder of the family will receive the same package, free of charge. (Ask at the registration desk)
- Pet the alpaca in the petting zoo, see the alpaca in the pasture, alpaca yarn & roving in the gift shop
- Saturday, October 7, 2023
- 10% off your entire purchase
- Buy 4 packages and get the 5th package free (must show card & be present to participate - ask at registration desk)
- Saturday, November 4, 2023
- Bring your "Grand" and buy one, get one free package all day long! (Ask at the registration desk)