Dewberry Farm

Dewberry Farm, located in Brookshire, Texas, about a 45-minute drive from Houston, is a family-friendly destination offering a wide range of activities for kids, particularly during its seasonal festivals (SpringFest, Fall Festival, and A Berry Merry Christmas) ------ ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS ------ Dewberry Farm features over 40 rides and attractions designed for kids of all ages, from toddlers to teens, ensuring a fun-filled day of outdoor adventure. Most activities are included in the general admission ticket unless otherwise noted. A) Rides and Play Areas - Gold Rush Coaster, CORNado, and Pumpkin Twister - Slide Mountain - Jumping Pillows - Dewville Express Train: A scenic train ride through the farm’s landscapes, including the 15-acre Christmas tree forest during the holiday season. Kids love the 6,000-pound replica of the Southern Pacific Railroad’s C.P. Huntington locomotive. - Pedal Carts and Tricycles: Kids can race around on pedal carts or ride tricycles in designated areas, great for active play. - Little Farmersville: A special area for kids six and under, featuring pint-sized attractions like rocking horses, rope webs, and a CornBox (like a sandbox but filled with corn kernels for less mess). - Fort DewHickey: A multi-level wooden fort with slides, bridges, and climbing areas, perfect for imaginative play. - Hay Mountain and Roller Slides: Kids can climb and play on hay bales or zoom down roller slides, including the thrilling Black Mamba slide. - Zip Lines and Rope Swings: Offer adventurous fun for older kids, encouraging physical activity and coordination. - Bird House Village: Three human-sized playhouses resembling birdhouses where kids can play for extended periods, sparking creativity. - Human Foosball, Tetherball, and Hoppy Ball and many more............... ------- BARNYARD ANIMALS ------- - Kids can interact with friendly farm animals, including alpacas, goats, donkeys, bunnies, and a mini Hereford bull named Sir Loin. Activities include petting, feeding (goat feed available for purchase), and watching animals like pigs race or goats cross a 20-foot suspension bridge. ------ SEASONAL ACTIVITIES ------ A) SpringFest (April–May) - Daily Easter Egg Hunts: Free hunts where kids search for colorful eggs, adding excitement to the visit. - Meet the Easter Bunny: Opportunities for photos with the Easter Bunny amidst festive decorations. - Flower Picking: Starting in April, kids can pick fresh flowers in vibrant fields, a fun and creative activity. - Four-Acre Sunflower Patch: A beautiful setting for kids to explore and take photos. B) Fall Festival (Sept - Nov ): - 8-Acre Peanuts-Themed Corn Maze: Kids can navigate this fun maze celebrating the 75th anniversary of Charles Schulz’s Peanuts comic strip, complete with Peanuts-themed photo ops. - Pumpkin Patch: One of Texas’s largest, where kids can pick pumpkins and decorate them at the craft area, turning them into colorful masterpieces. - Pumpkin Hollarland: A shed with over 500 lighted, carved pumpkins displaying scenes from Cinderella to George Washington (note: the dim setting may be spooky for younger kids). - Apple Cannons and Paintball Shooting Gallery: Older kids can test their aim by blasting apples or shooting at targets in a safe environment. - BOOriffic Nights (Sept- Nov ): Evening events with glowing jack-o-lanterns and three creepy haunts (Haunted Barn, etc.), best for older kids and teens due to the spooky atmosphere. C) A Berry Merry Christmas (Nov - Dec) - Magical Trail of 3 Million Lights: A wagon ride through a dazzling display of synchronized holiday lights, enchanting for kids of all ages. - DewVille Holiday Express: A festive train ride through decorated landscapes, creating a holiday postcard experience. - Real Snow Experience: Kids can build snowmen with real snow, a rare treat in Texas. - Meet Santa: Opportunities for photos and interactions with Santa, adding holiday magic. Christmas Tree Forest: Families can take a hayride to pick and cut their own Christmas tree (Virginia Pine, Arizona Blue Ice, Fraser Fir, or Leyland Cypress). ----- CREATIVE FUN ------- - Adventure Scavenger Hunt: A group activity where kids solve puzzles and find clues, featuring counting, spelling, and searching for mascots like Farmer Dewhickey and Gooseberry. - Hamburger Trail: An educational tour exploring the vegetables that make up a hamburger, teaching kids about agriculture and food sources. - Pumpkin Painting: A craft area where kids can unleash their creativity by decorating pumpkins. - Gemstone Mining: A fun, hands-on activity where kids sift for gems, fostering curiosity and discovery.