Pony Rides, Seasonal Activities Kick Off Annual Geneva Autumn Fair

Press release from Geneva Park District:

GENEVA, IL — The Geneva Park District Foundation invites the community to celebrate the season at its annual Autumn Fair from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21 at Peck Farm Park, 4038 Kaneville Road in Geneva.

Participants will enjoy pony rides, family activities, children’s games, crafts, a wildlife presentation by Flying Fox Conservation Fund, and musical entertainment by Liz Berg. Visitors can also mingle with animals in a petting zoo, purchase pumpkins, mums, and more.

While at Peck Farm Park, explore the observation silo, connect with nature at the award-winning Hawks Hollow Nature Playground, and get up-close with hundreds of butterflies in our Butterfly House, which will close for the season following the event at 3 pm Sept. 21.

“We look forward to celebrating autumn with our community at the beautiful Peck Farm Park, enjoying a day of seasonal activities and entertainment for all ages,” says Nicole Vickers, Executive Director of the Geneva Park District and Secretary of the Geneva Park District Foundation.

Vickers adds that this year, dozens of prizes will be awarded at the gift basket raffle table. Tickets are available for $5 each or 5 for $20. They can be purchased at the event, or prior to Autumn Fair at Sunset Community Center, Peck Farm Park Interpretive Center and the Stephen D. Persinger Recreation Center. Winners will be announced at Autumn Fair, and do not need to be present to win.

“We are excited to be able to offer a variety of exciting and special prizes, thanks to the generous donations from a variety of organizations, businesses, and shops,” Vickers says. “These prizes add a special touch to an already special experience for everyone.”

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