Dawes Fall Fest
Saturday, October 19, 2024 from 12:00pm to 04:00pm
Dawes Fall Fest
Dawes Arboretum
7770 Jacksontown Rd., SE, Newark, OH 43056
Embrace the vibrant colors of The Arboretum as the season transforms into fall at our upcoming Dawes Fall Fest
Don’t miss out on all the fun including:
Live music by Ian Thomas Hayes
Food trucks
Pet and Family Costume Parades
Face painting by Pilar Designs
Pumpkin painting with Create Joy DIY Studio
Family-friendly activities on the lawn
Woodland Pub
Arts & Crafts
Wagon rides
The Arboretum’s mascot, Darby, will lead a Pet Costume Parade at 1pm and a Family Costume Parade at 3pm during the festival! (Pet owners and their furry friends who wish to participate in the Pet Parade must arrive at the check in point by 12:45pm and families who wish to participate in the Family Costume Parade must arrive at the check in point by 2:45pm. A map of the check in point will be posted soon!)
*Take a wagon tour through Dawes! These guided tours will take guests through the North and South Loops of the auto tour showcasing the fall beauty of The Arboretum. Tickets for the fall wagon tours are $5 per person and free for children ages 5 and under.