Get ready for a fun-filled autumn day at Sandhill Nursery. The Fall Festival returns from September 12 to October 25, with seasonal attractions, family entertainment, animal shows, a giant maze and more to explore.

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FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS
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- Explore the Sandhill Castle & Giant Maze

- Enjoy animal and specialty shows featuring reptiles, birds of prey, stunt dogs and cats, and more

- Watch live music and entertainment throughout the festival

- Catch the Arr Ye Ready? Cannon Duty pirate-themed performance by Huntsville Theatre Company, featuring cannons and a pumpkin cannon

- Enjoy seasonal food and drinks from The Rusty Rake

- Explore the nursery's autumn displays and seasonal setting

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WEEKEND ENTERTAINMENT
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- September 12-13: Animal Kingdom Show and Cameron of Lochiel Pipes and Drums

- September 19-20: Fire Guy & Foam Party, Alexis Taylor and The PATTI & MICK Trio

- September 26-27: Reptile Show, LAUR Inc. and Däv Dickenson

- October 3-4: Ultimutts Animal Actors Show, Cohigh and Wade Barras

- October 10-12: Bob Cates, Kentucky, Vicki Brittle, Birds of Prey and Briar Summers

- October 17-18: Ultimutts Animal Actors Show and Cameron of Lochiel Pipes and Drums

- October 24-25: SuperDogs, Alexis Taylor and Grateful Jeff

** Entertainment schedules are subject to change.

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ADMISSION
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- Monday-Friday: FREE, excluding Thanksgiving Monday

- New for 2026: Advance redeemable tickets are REQUIRED on Saturdays, Sundays, and Thanksgiving Monday (October 12)

- On ticketed days, Saturday, Sunday and Thanksgiving Monday ticket holders receive a $5 coupon

- The coupon can be redeemed on the same day at Sandhill Nursery's retail store or for food in the field, subject to restrictions

- Kids 12 and under: FREE

- Pre-registration is required on weekends and Thanksgiving Monday

- Weekend tickets may sell out, so advance registration is recommended

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FESTIVAL HOURS
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- Mon-Fri: 7:00 AM-6:00 PM
- Sat: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
- Sun: 9:00 AM-5:00 PM

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GOOD TO KNOW
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- Suitable for families with kids and anyone looking for a seasonal autumn outing.

- Group/bus visits: Buses are welcome, but groups should contact Sandhill ahead of arrival.

- Pets are welcome at the Fall Festival when kept on a leash

- Pets are not permitted at the animal shows

- Outside food, beverages and coolers are not permitted

- Personal water bottles are welcome

- Free on-site parking is available

- Fall Festival daytime admission does not include the separate evening Fall Forest of Lights experience (Runs Sept. 24-Oct. 31, Thursdays–Saturdays, 7-10 PM)