Farmer Fred’s Harvest Fall Carnival to Transform City Park for Beloved Annual Event
Posted by Staff
Farmer Fred’s Harvest Fall Carnival is right around the corner! The City of San Marcos-Parks and Recreation Department invites the community and visitors to join the fun on Saturday, Oct. 25 from 6 – 9 p.m. at City Park, 170 Charles Austin Drive.
With the help of local sponsors, new and returning volunteers, and various organizations, this event is free to the public. The spooky night includes carnival games, arts and crafts, and additional family activities available for all ages to enjoy.
After sundown, “The Nut Job,” rated PG, will be shown on the portable movie screen. A concession stand selling popcorn, hot dogs, drinks and other items will be provided throughout the evening by Texas State’s Association of Recreation Enthusiasts, and a “haunted” hayride and a barrel train ride will also be offered for a minimal cost.
Come dressed in a prize-winning costume and enter the Children’s Costume Contest. Children aged infant to 12 years old can register for the costume contest from 6 – 6:45 p.m.at the event. This contest is grouped by age and first, second, and third places will be awarded and recognized. The age groups and times are as follows:
· Registration for all ages: 6 – 6:45p.m.
· 3 years and under: 7 p.m.
· 4 – 6 years old: 7:30 p.m.
· 7 – 9 years old: 8:00 p.m.
· 10 – 12 years old: 8:30 p.m.
Special thanks go to the sponsors who make this event possible: Lone Star Family Market, Mobile Phone Geeks, AJ’s Ranch Road Grill, Alligator Dental, Frank’s Automotive, Uncle Bob’s Self Storage, Grin’s Restaurant, Mensor, CFAN, Corridor Primary Care, The Hitch: A Mobile Eatery, Chick-fil-A, Dick’s Classic Car Garage, Corridor Electric and IHOP.
For more information on donating, volunteering, or the event itself, please contact Victoria Van de Ryt by email at vvanderyt@sanmarcostx.gov or by phone at 512.393.8400.
About The City of San Marcos’ Parks and Recreation Dept.: The Parks and Recreation Department works to provide the citizens and visitors of San Marcos the highest level of programs, parks, facilities, and services that will positively enhance our vision of the community. The Parks and Recreation Department has a history of providing not only diverse and continuous programs for citizens and visitors alike, but also excels in providing maintained parks such as Rio Vista park, educational centers such as the Nature Center, and many more activities and resources for everyone in San Marcos.
Posted by Staff
Farmer Fred’s Harvest Fall Carnival is right around the corner! The City of San Marcos-Parks and Recreation Department invites the community and visitors to join the fun on Saturday, Oct. 25 from 6 – 9 p.m. at City Park, 170 Charles Austin Drive.
With the help of local sponsors, new and returning volunteers, and various organizations, this event is free to the public. The spooky night includes carnival games, arts and crafts, and additional family activities available for all ages to enjoy.
After sundown, “The Nut Job,” rated PG, will be shown on the portable movie screen. A concession stand selling popcorn, hot dogs, drinks and other items will be provided throughout the evening by Texas State’s Association of Recreation Enthusiasts, and a “haunted” hayride and a barrel train ride will also be offered for a minimal cost.
Come dressed in a prize-winning costume and enter the Children’s Costume Contest. Children aged infant to 12 years old can register for the costume contest from 6 – 6:45 p.m.at the event. This contest is grouped by age and first, second, and third places will be awarded and recognized. The age groups and times are as follows:
· Registration for all ages: 6 – 6:45p.m.
· 3 years and under: 7 p.m.
· 4 – 6 years old: 7:30 p.m.
· 7 – 9 years old: 8:00 p.m.
· 10 – 12 years old: 8:30 p.m.
Special thanks go to the sponsors who make this event possible: Lone Star Family Market, Mobile Phone Geeks, AJ’s Ranch Road Grill, Alligator Dental, Frank’s Automotive, Uncle Bob’s Self Storage, Grin’s Restaurant, Mensor, CFAN, Corridor Primary Care, The Hitch: A Mobile Eatery, Chick-fil-A, Dick’s Classic Car Garage, Corridor Electric and IHOP.
For more information on donating, volunteering, or the event itself, please contact Victoria Van de Ryt by email at vvanderyt@sanmarcostx.gov or by phone at 512.393.8400.
About The City of San Marcos’ Parks and Recreation Dept.: The Parks and Recreation Department works to provide the citizens and visitors of San Marcos the highest level of programs, parks, facilities, and services that will positively enhance our vision of the community. The Parks and Recreation Department has a history of providing not only diverse and continuous programs for citizens and visitors alike, but also excels in providing maintained parks such as Rio Vista park, educational centers such as the Nature Center, and many more activities and resources for everyone in San Marcos.
