Fall Festival Fun at Cottle Strawberry Farm: Columbia, SC

If you’re looking for a delightful way to celebrate the fall season, look no further than the Fall Festival at Cottle Strawberry Farm! Each fall, the farm invites the public to enjoy classic farm fall fun at their Fall Festival. With 50+ attractions and photo props included in one admission price, we think you’ll want to check this one out. We got a chance to visit and have all the details!

When to Visit the Farm

The Fall Festival at Cottle Strawberry Farm runs Friday through Sunday, September 18 through November 15, 2026, from 10am to 6pm. Last tickets are sold at 5pm, and the farm closes promptly at 6pm.

We visited on a Friday and had a blast. Be sure to keep an eye on their Facebook page for updates, and check the farm’s Weekend Events Calendar for themed weekend events during the festival.

What to Expect When You Visit

You’re in for a treat! Expect a pumpkin patch, fresh mums, and a variety of food trucks serving up delicious things to eat. Admission includes wagon rides, a sprawling 10-acre corn maze, and 50+ attractions and photo props at Cottle FunPark. Paintball, apple cannons and U-pick flowers are the only extras that cost more.

Plus, you’ll find picture-perfect photo props scattered throughout the farm, great for capturing those family moments.

While we spent about three hours exploring the farm, it’s worth noting that this was without the wagon rides or the corn maze. If those are on your agenda, plan accordingly, as they could easily extend your visit. The wagon rides are covered, providing a pleasant break from the South Carolina sun, even in the fall!

Fun Activities for All Ages: Fall Festival at Cottle Strawberry Farm

Our kids had a fantastic time, working up quite a sweat in the process! The highlights of the day included the corn pit, Roly Poly, mega jumping pillow, slides, and thrilling trike races. With multiple sand areas and plenty of balancing, climbing, and swinging attractions, there’s something for everyone—yes, even the adults! We found ourselves enjoying tetherball, racing on buzzy bees and trikes, and flying down the slides.

Don’t miss out on the many beautiful backdrops for photos; both the front and back of displays offer unique scenes, so be sure to check out both sides!

Tips for Your Visit to the Farm

A quick tip: wear long pants and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty, especially if you or your kids plan to dive into the corn pit—trust us, you’ll emerge a little dusty! Fortunately, there are hand-washing stations equipped with soap and clean port-o-potties (at least during our visit), making it easy to freshen up.

Also, come prepared with fully charged phones and cameras to capture all those big smiles and unforgettable memories!

This farm has become a fall weekend staple for Midlands families. With numerous attractions throughout, you won’t find a shortage of places for your family to play and create lasting memories. We left Cottle Strawberry Farm eager to return, especially to take advantage of all the activities we missed out on.

Tickets to the farm are $15 per person plus fees (ages 2 and up) when purchased online, and $18 per person (ages 2 and up) when purchased at the farm.

So grab your family, put on those comfy clothes, and head to Cottle Strawberry Farm for a day of fall fun you won’t soon forget!

Visit Cottle Strawberry Farm Fall Festival
Hopkins Farm Location
9560 Garners Ferry Road
Hopkins, SC 29061
803-695-1714

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Cottle Strawberry Farm Fall Festival FAQ

When is the 2026 Fall Festival at Cottle Strawberry Farm?

The Fall Festival runs Friday through Sunday, September 18 through November 15, 2026, from 10am to 6pm. The last tickets are sold at 5pm and the farm closes promptly at 6pm.

How much is admission to the Fall Festival?

Admission is $15 plus fees online or $18 at the farm for everyone ages 2 and up. Paintball, apple cannons and U-pick flowers cost extra; everything else is included.

Which Cottle location has the corn maze and FunPark?

The Cottle FunPark, the 10-acre corn maze and the pumpkin patch are all at the Hopkins farm at 9560 Garners Ferry Road, just outside Columbia. Cottle also has a Florence farm, but in the fall that location runs a farm market only, open September 25 through November 1, 2026.

Do I have to buy a ticket just to shop the farm market?

No. The Hopkins Farm Market is open daily during the Fall Festival for pumpkins, mums and seasonal produce, and there’s no admission fee for shopping.

Can we bring our dog, and is parking free?

Pets aren’t allowed on the farm, though registered service animals are welcome. Parking is always free, and the farm provides portable toilets, hand-washing stations and picnic tables in sunny and shaded spots.