Timbuk Farms Fall Fest
Fall festival · Ohio
One of central Ohio's oldest tree farms turns its fields near Granville into a fall fest each year, with a corn maze cut through the rows, pick-your-own pumpkins, and thousands of mums in bloom around the barns. Food trucks and live music fill the weekends, an easy detour east of Columbus.
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Plan your visit
Color nearby peaks: October 20–October 24
Color builds from October 7 · mostly bare by November 13
Method: daily ERA5 temperatures drive a photoperiod + chilling phenology model, sampled at Timbuk Farms Fall Fest’s own coordinates and elevation (363 m) rather than a regional average. Estimates, not promises — check locally before you plan a trip around it.
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Frequently asked
- When does Timbuk Farms Fall Fest peak in 2026?
- Peak color is predicted for October 20–October 24 (best estimate October 22). Color starts around October 7 and is mostly bare by November 13.
- What is Timbuk Farms Fall Fest best for?
- A fall fest detour east of Columbus.
- How do I get to Timbuk Farms Fall Fest?
- The closest city is Columbus, about 27 mi away. It's part of Ohio's fall lineup.
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