This fall, Jessup Farm Artisan Village is celebrating the season with scarecrows, costumed canines, homemade treats and fun for the whole family. The community is invited to welcome the arrival of autumn at the Jessup Farm Harvest Festival from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, with a full day of festive activities, live music, local vendors, food and drinks and plenty of fall fun.
The Harvest Festival will offer plenty of ways to kick off the season. Event highlights include:
Vote for your favorite scarecrow
Jessup Farm merchants have put their creativity to work, designing their own signature scarecrows to be displayed throughout the village. Visitors can stroll through the village, check out the creative and colorful displays and choose their favorite. Voting will be open Sept. 19-30 at jessupfarm.com.
Fall dog and costume parade
Hosted by Moore Animal Hospital, the Fall Dog Parade and Costume Contest invites attendees to dress up and bring their pups to join the festivities.
Participants should register at 10 a.m. at the Moore Animal Hospital tent in the plaza. The costume parade and judging will begin at 10:45 a.m. Ribbons will be awarded in a variety of categories, including Best Fall-Inspired Costume and Best-Dressed Dog & Owner Duo.
Blue ribbon contest
The Harvest Festival will also give attendees the opportunity to show off their favorite homemade recipes in a good old-fashioned Blue Ribbon Contest.
Preregistration is required to participate. Those interested in competing should preregister by 5 p.m. Sept. 17 at jessupfarm.com. Baked entries should be dropped off at The Farmhouse at Jessup Farm by 10 a.m. Judging begins at 11 a.m., with winners announced at 1 p.m.
Contest categories include:
- Best Cinnamon Roll
- Best Cookie (Adult)
- Best Cookie (Junior)
- Best Jam or Jelly
- Best Pie
- Best Bread
Live music
Live music will amp up the atmosphere and energy at the event. The lineup includes:
- 10 a.m.-noon: Matthew Wilburn Skinner on the plaza
- Noon-2 p.m.: Nick Critchlow on the Sugar Beet Saloon Stage
Other scheduled events
Attendees can enjoy the following activities:
- 10 a.m.-noon: Petting zoo and pony rides
- 10 a.m.-2 p.m.: Vendors in the plaza
Additionally, attendees can enjoy food and drink specials from Jessup Farm merchants throughout the day. With activities for kids, adults and even the family dog, the Harvest Festival offers a fun and family-friendly way to welcome the fall season.
For more information, to register for the Blue Ribbon Contest or to cast your scarecrow vote, visit jessupfarm.com.
