Fall Fun at Grasshopper Farm

Fall Fun at Grasshopper Farm is an outdoor autumn festival in Knightdale featuring a corn maze, play structures, and a farm market. Admission to the farm property is free, though some specific activities like gemstone mining require a purchase. The play area is ideal for toddlers and elementary-aged children, who can burn off energy in the giant sandbox, on the swings, or inside the mini corn maze. If you want to take a hayride, note that they only run on Saturdays, so a Thursday visit is best for a quieter experience focused on the playground and farm market. This is an excellent weekday destination because you can avoid the weekend crowds, let the kids play on the wooden structures, and pick up fresh local milk, eggs, and apple cider slushies for afternoon treats.

Last updated September 15, 2026