Hicks Nurseries, Long Island’s largest garden center is celebrating the fall season with its 50th annual Fall Festival. The "Golden" anniversary festival runs September 13 through October 26. Free admission and parking.
Fun and Free Activities for the Entire Family Daily 8 am - 6 pm include:
Animated Children’s Halloween Walkthrough Experience
Corn Hole
Scarecrow Ring Toss
Connect 4
Bowling
Tic Tac Toe
3-Hole Mini Golf
Tons of photo op stations
On Weekends and School Holidays 10 am - 5 pm, Purchase a Pay-One-Price Wristband and Enjoy:
Unlimited hay maze for the day & 3 crafts:
Decorate a picture frame (NEW!)
Decorate a potted mum plant
Decorate a mystic pumpkin
Cost: $25 for members, in-store or online. (Pre-purchasing online automatically enrolls you.) $30 in-store during the festival for non-members.
The hay maze is open daily 8 am - 6 pm and costs $8 per person for an unlimited day pass.
ALSO: Meet and a take pictures with Otto the ghost (weekends and school holidays only).
Visitors can enjoy fall food favorites daily including apples, apple cider, kettle corn, cider and fudge dipped donuts, homemade pies, fudge and cookies.
On weekends and holidays, the Hicks Food Truck will be open and serving freshly made chicken tenders, hot dogs, French fries and beverages, plus the famous fresh roasted corn is a must-try.
Giant Pumpkin Weigh Off Sunday, October 5th
Watch as local pumpkin growers compete for prizes. Everyone who has grown a pumpkin, no matter what its size – is encouraged to bring it to the competition and show off their growing skills.
Entries accepted 10 am – 10:45 am; Judging begins promptly at 11 am.
Pumpkin Weigh-Off Prizes:
1st place: $500
2nd place: $300
3rd place: $200
Rookie of the Year: $100
Best Pumpkin Grown by a Child: $50 (ages 15 years old and younger)
Hicks Nurseries continues to support Long Island Cares during the festival with its annual collection of non-perishable food item donations during the festival. The drop-off is located at the end of the animated children’s story journey. It is an important initiative that helps Long Islanders in need. In addition, pets in need benefit as well from food and other pet related donations that are accepted from kind donors during the Annual Pet Parade & Costume Competition on Wednesday, October 15th at 5pm.
2025 New Categories & Prizes:
Best Overall $150 gift card: Crowned the ultimate Howl-o-ween champion, this pet steals the show with style, spirit, and tail-wagging charm.
Best Group $100 gift card: A pack that shines together! This award goes to the most paw-some squad, family, or crew in costume.
Most Original $100 gift card: A bone-a-fide-original! This winner wows with creativity, imagination, and one-of-a-kind flair.
Funniest $100 gift card: For the pet that’s paw-sitively hilarious! This award celebrates costumes guaranteed to make the crowd howl with laughter.
Best Child & Pet $100 gift card: A paw-fect pair! This dynamic duo captures hearts with matching looks and unbeatable cuteness.
Every pet gets a participation ribbon plus more surprises!!
For more information on everything going on, please visit Hicks Nurseries Fall Festival.