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  • FALL FEST | Howells Farm

    Fall Fest Fall in love with our Fall festival attractions, with over 35 attractions, games and shows, you're guaranteed to make memories that will last a lifetime! Purchase a ticket and arrive before 5pm on weekdays and receive $8 off regular priced admission! Attractions TRACTOR RIDE TRACTOR RIDE Enjoy our Scenic Wagon Ride over the short hills of our beautiful farm. Take a look at how we grow our corn, mini pumpkins and giant sunflowers HAYSTACK JUMPING PILLOW HAYSTACK JUMPING PILLOW The Haystack Jumping Pillow is a large, inflatable mound that bounces like a trampoline, but with gently sloping edges for safety and a softer bounce. Fun for all ages. TRAIN RIDES TRAIN RIDES Howells has two different train rides, The Train-O-Saurus as well as the Bucking Cow ride. The ten cart trains have been a family favorite for years. Wagon Rides Our wagon rides take you on a scenic journey through Howells, perfect for all ages to sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride! Wagon Rides SUPER CORNY COBBS MAZE ADVENTURE SUPER CORNY COBBS MAZE ADVENTURE Challenge yourself in our puzzling cornmaze. with over 5 interactive games with different levels of difficulty Corny's maze is fun for all ages. Jumping Pillow Bounce, jump, and soar on our giant inflatable pillow! Wagon and Train times vary daily. Play Areas DOUBLE DOOZY BARNYARD SLIDES GIANT 40FT TUBE SLIDE Zooming down our high hills is easy with our our GIANT 40 ft slide! PLAYGROUND PLAYGROUND Around every corner you will find a new play area to explore! Animals Be sure to visit all the animals located in the Animal Farm. Enjoy Farm life and visit our goats, sheep, peacocks, and of course our donkeys. Animals PLAY AREAS PLAY AREAS With so many fun play areas, there is something around every corner, like our Tire Digger Boxes! PLAY AREAS PLAY AREAS Enjoy playing on our tire playground! PLAY AREAS STRAW JUMP BARN Frolic and play in our Straw jump barn over flowing with bales of hay. STRAW JUMP BARN Load up and fill our large dump trucks and construction vehicles in our Giant Sand Box. PLAY AREAS Come and Play in our Giant Sandbox, filled wit diggers dump trucks and more. Giant Sandbox CORN BIN Corn Bin is one of the best sensory play areas! With thousands of kernals of corn, digger toys, scoops and buckets you won't want to miss it. CORN BIN TIRE PILE UP Tractor tires all around for climbing and exploring TIRE PILE UP CLIMBING MOUNTIAN Race up the steep mountain with nothing but a rope to help! CLIMBING MOUNTIAN TETHER BALL An old classic, why not try your hand at out farm Tetherball TETHER BALL BARNYARD BASKETBALL Deulling Barnyard Basketball is the perfect challenge to see who can dunk more baskets. BARNYARD BASKETBALL WHOS YOUR PUMPKIN WHO'S YOUR PUMPKIN can you guess which jack-o-lantern your opponent picked? SPOT THE DIFFERENCE SPOT THE DIFFERENCE Stay for a minute or stay for an hour when you try to hook the ring at this attraction. Can you spot the difference in this farm scene? Can you find all the differences in the farm scene RING AND HOOK CHALLENGE Stay for a minute or stay for an hour when you try to hook the ring at this attraction. RING AND HOOK CHALLENGE TUBE TUNNELS TUBE TUNNELS Stay for a minute or stay for an hour when you try to hook the ring at this attraction. Can you spot the difference in this farm scene? Tunnels for racing through, climbing and crawling. Shows REX SHOWS Rex is one of Howells oldest freinds, come in October to see him snack on some pumpkins and shoot some hoops. REX SHOWS SINGING BULLFROG TRO Come sing along with our singing Bullfrog Trio as they sing their froggy hearts out. SINGING BULLFROG TRO PIG RACES Visit our pigs in October to see who is the fastest of all, and cheer on your favorite piggy friends. PIG RACES SINGING CHICKEN SHOW You know the songs and we have the Chickens! Sing along to the classic chicken songs with our large singing chicken show. SINGING CHICKEN SHOW PUMPKIN LIGHT SHOW DISPLAY Listen to classic Halloween songs set to a dazzling display of synchronizing lights. Available after Thanksgiving weekend. PUMPKIN LIGHT SHOW DISPLAY CHICKENS TO MARKET It's a long way to Market with these chickens, watch and see as they try to get their pesky truck fixed. CHICKENS TO MARKET CHICKEN SHOW They have songs, they have jokes. Stop by the Marketplace to visit these chickens. CHICKEN SHOW SIR HOWELLS A LOT He's watching over our check in booths, be sure to spot him on your way into the farm! SIR HOWELLS A LOT SKELETON TRUCK Will they repair their truck and get on the road once again or will the be stuck all day? Come watch and find out! SKELETON TRUCK SKELETON BAND You don't want to miss these slick singers. They're one of the best singing groups you'll ever hear. SKELETON BAND Live Shows begin in October Games ZOMBIE PAINTBALL SHOOTING GALLERY Stop the zombies with paintballs in our zombie paintball shooting gallery ZOMBIE PAINTBALL SHOOTING GALLERY APPLE BLASTER CANNON Blast apples across the field at targets with our Apple Blaster Cannons! APPLE BLASTER CANNON DUCK RACES Take your rubber ducky on the race of a lifetime with antique water pumps flowing water and your duck down the race track DUCK RACES PUMPKIN SLINGSHOT Launch mini pumpkins into the field with our pumpkin launchers, trying to sink a shot in one of our targets for a candy prize PUMPKIN SLINGSHOT Games Run: Weeknights 5 - 9 & Weekends

  • Howells Farm | Farm attractions in Fonthill, Ontario

    Howells Farm is a unique, family-friendly experience in Niagara that has been serving the Niagara Region, the GTA, and beyond since 1975. Closed for the Season See You Next Year! Fall Festival More info Fire Pits More info Flowers More info Birthdays More info Produce More info Adventure Farm More info

  • 404 Error Page | Howells Farm

    404 – Lost in the Corn Maze! Back to Homepage Uh-oh… looks like you took a wrong turn and ended up deep in the maze. This page is nowhere to be found—maybe it made it out before you did. If you hear rustling, don’t panic… probably just the wind… right?

  • HOURS/FARM MAP | Howells Farm

    Hours & Farm Map SEPTEMBER PLAYYARD HOURS Closed For the Season See you next Year! FALL FEST HOURS (sept. 21-oct. 30) THIS WEEKS PRIVATE FIRE PIT HOURS Closed For the Season Closed For the Season See you next Year! **Must be pre-booked online in advance** **Hours for playyard and fire pits are subject to seasonal change as crops and sunset times change** **All purchased tickets and fire pit bookings are non-refundable**

  • DIRECTIONS & CONTACT | Howells Farm

    Directions & Contact Hamilton/Burlington/Toronto/St Catharines QEW towards Niagara Exit 406 Stay right and take Exit 67 (Beaverdams) Follow Blue Regional Signs to the Howell Family Pumpkin Farm Turn right on Holland Road 2878 Holland Road Fort Erie QEW towards Toronto Exit Highway 20 (Lundy's Lane) Turn left and travel West West on Highway 20 (Lundy's Lane) Travel over Allanburg Bridge and turn right on Merrittville Highway Left on Holland Road 2878 Holland Road Email us: General Inquiries: info@howells.ca Ticket Inquiries: tickets@howells.ca Phone: (905)-892-3918 Port Colborne 140 North Bound to the End Turn left on East Main Go through the tunnel Turn right onto 406 North Bound Exit right in Fonthill – Highway 20 Keep left and turn right on Merrittville Highway Left on Holland Road 2878 Holland Road Niagara Falls West on Highway 20 (Lundy's Lane) Travel over Allanburg Bridge and turn right on Merrittville Highway Left on Holland Roa 2878 Holland Road

  • FAQ's and More | Howells Farm

    FAQ'S How do I apply to work at the farm? Please email staff@howells.ca with any employment inquiries. Are strollers allowed? Yes, strollers are allowed! Please note that some of our paths are gravel, wood chipped or even natural terrain meaning some stroller styles can be a little more difficult to navigate the farm. Umbrella style strollers are not recommended. We do ask that strollers do not enter the Sunflower field as the rows are narrow and do not allow the space. Strollers can be left near the field entrance while you walk though the flowers. Is there parking? We do have parking at the farm! There is a parking lot directly onsite which also provides accessible parking spaces. We also have a number of overflow parking lots located just a short walk up the road from our farm entrance. Is food available? Yes!! We have a variety of food, snack, and refreshment options on site. Menus can vary seasonally. Running late? It is okay! Things happen and we will still allow entry. We want to ensure everyone enjoys their farm experience. Don't stress and arrive safely! What attractions run only on weekends and week nights During the $25 admission, you'll have access to the same attractions as the $17 admission, like the corn maze, train rides, play areas, slides, and jumping pillow. However, the staffed attractions like the spook barn (haunted house), wagon rides, and games such as zombie paintball, apple cannon, and pumpkin slingshot are only available on weekends and weeknights after 5 PM. So, you'll have a bit more to enjoy during those hours! Is the farm wheelchair accessible? Our farm is located within rolling hills, though beautiful it does mean a select few attractions are not accessible. We use a variety of materials on our farm paths including gravel, wood chips and even the natural terrain. It can be difficult to navigate at times (when wet, muddy etc.) All food and beverage areas are fully accessible as well as our washrooms. Firepits can be reached however, we recommend speaking with customer service first as you will be directed to a different entry point. Is there somewhere to eat? Yes!! We have plenty of outdoor picnic tables throughout the farm. Most seating is located nice and close to our food service area, with some tables also located within the attraction area. We have limited covered seating located at the Beer and Wine Garden also. Are pets allowed? Pets are permitted to visit the Beer and Wine Garden patio area and can come along to select your fall pumpkins! Pets are not permitted within the attraction areas or food service spaces. We do host our popular "Dogs Days". These are days that you can bring your well behaved furry friends with you to the farm to enjoy all we have to offer. Please see our season calendars as these days will be marked with a paw print. Service dogs are always welcome!! Can you enter the farm prior to your ticket time? Our timed tickets are in place to ensure all visitor are able to have their best farm experience. It allows each visitor the time they need to enjoy the attractions we all love so much by keeping line up times to a minimum. Food and Beverage facilities along with our pumpkin sale area can be accessed anytime, your ticket allows you access to the attraction area. Your admission wristband will be available at the time you selected. What should I wear? We are a working farm, with many of our attractions located within our picturesque rolling hills. Keep in mind walking the acres of the farm is required therefore we recommend sensible weather appropriate footwear, shoes or boots can be super cute! Weather varies on the farm, it can be hot, cold, windy, wet and even muddy, you will need to be sure to plan accordingly! How long should we plan to visit? At a minimum your visit will likely be a couple of hours to ensure you enjoy all the attractions the farm has to offer. If you plan to eat or visit our Beer and Wine Garden allow more time for yourself!! What is our weather policy? In the of any type of inclement weather "rain checks" will be will be issued at the discretion of Howells Farm. Often weather conditions in the surrounding areas actually miss us here at the farm and we are able to remain open and operational. To receive a "rain check" inclement weather must be present on-site at the farm in Fonthill. If the farm must close due to inclement weather all ticket bookings will be contacted via email as soon as we know this decision must be made and issued a "rain check". We strive to keep the farm open for advertised operation hours, however the weather is out of our control and customer and staff safety are our priority. How do I use a "rain check"? Make sure you have your gift card code ready (you would have received this through email notification). Visit our website https://www.howells.ca/ to book tickets, select your date and time for your return visit, then when you reach the payment portion click "Apply a gift card", enter your code and voila! What is a "rain check"? A "rain check" is an online credit for your tickets. In the case of inclement weather, Howells Farm would process a credit towards your online purchase. How does this work? You will receive an email notification containing a gift card code. This allows you to rebook at your convenience and discretion. Are tickets refundable? Tickets to our events are non-refundable. This is part of the terms and conditions when purchasing online. If you have a conflict arise you may email our tickets@howells.ca customer service to re-book your timeslot to another day. Who to contact about ticket questions, inquiries or concerns? Please email tickets@howells.ca When should I purchase my tickets? All tickets must be purchased online prior to entry. We have days and times that will sell out. To ensure you you are not turned away we suggest purchasing tickets before you visit the farm. Can you attend on a sold out day/time? Unfortunately when we are sold out we have reached our capacity and do not have additional tickets. Our ticket sales are live online and can change, always keep an eye on the website! Can I purchase tickets at the gate? All tickets sales are online only! Is photography permitted? We absolutely allow photography for personal use!! We encourage that you share with us on social media, we love to see all the fun had on the farm! Photographers can hold sessions during operation hours, photographers and clients are required to purchase admission tickets online prior to the visit. We at times will host Photographer Days which take place on days we are not open to the public. Photographers must purchase a photographer permit, more information will be available if photography days are scheduled in the future. Do we work with influencers? Yes we do!! Please email Skylar@howells.ca

  • LIABILITY WAIVER | Howells Farm

    Liability Waiver All guests must read and agree to this waiver before purchasing your online tickets. I acknowledge and agree that in consideration of being permitted to participate in The activities organized, staged and/or operated by The Howell Family Pumpkin Farm 1.I DO HEREBY RELEASE The Howell Family Pumpkin Farm and its directors, officers, employees, sponsors, independent contractors and agents from all liability, and DO HEREBY WAIVE as against Howells and its directors, officers, employees, sponsors, independent contractors and agents all recourses, proceedings, claims, and causes of action of any kind whatsoever, in respect of any and all personal injuries or property losses which I may suffer arising out of or connected with my preparation for, or participation in [insert sport or activity here] notwithstanding that such injuries or losses may have been caused solely or partly by the negligence or breach of duty of [insert short form org/assn name here], or any of their directors, officers, employees, sponsors, independent contractors or agents. 2.I HEREBY ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT: The attractions may be dangerous, exposing participants to many risks and hazards, some of which are inherent in the very nature of A farm itself, others which result from human error and negligence on the part of the persons involved in organizing, staging and/or operating Howells as a result of the aforesaid risks and hazards, I as a participant may suffer serious personal injury, even death, as well as property loss; some of the aforesaid risks and hazards are foreseeable, but others are not; I nevertheless freely and voluntarily assume all the aforesaid risks and hazards, and that, accordingly, my preparation for, and participation in the attractions shall be entirely at my own risk; I understand that neither Howells nor any of its directors, officers, employees, sponsors, independent contractors or agents assume any responsibility whatsoever for my safety during the course of my preparation for or participation in Howells attractions I have carefully read this RELEASE and WAIVER of LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION of RISK AGREEMENT (the "Agreement"), that I fully understand same, and that I am freely and voluntarily executing same; I clearly understand that by signing this Agreement I will be FOREVER PREVENTED FROM SUING OR OTHERWISE CLAIMING against [insert short form org/assn name here], its directors, officers, employees, sponsors, independent contractors and agents for any loss or damage connected with any property loss or personal injury that I may sustain while participating in or preparing for the attractions, whether or not such loss or injury is caused solely or partly by the negligence of Howells or any of its directors, officers, employees, sponsors, independent contractors and/or agents; I have been given the opportunity and have been encouraged to seek legal advice prior to signing this Agreement; I clearly understand that Howells would not permit me to participate in The attractions unless I signed this RELEASE and WAIVER of LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION of RISK AGREEMENT, that this RELEASE and WAIVER of LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION of RISK AGREEMENT applies to [insert sport or activity here] whether occurring in the near or distant future, and that the terms of this Agreement have been explained to me by [insert short form org/assn name here] or one or more of their representatives; this RELEASE and WAIVER of LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION of RISK AGREEMENT is binding on myself, my heirs, my executors, administrators, personal representatives and assigns; this Agreement may be in addition to another agreement I must sign as a condition of participation in the activities and that I am bound by the terms and conditions of both agreements; and I agree that I am physically capable of participating in The attractions at Howells Farm, and that I have no pre-existing conditions that would hinder my ability to participate in farm activities.

  • WORK AT HOWELLS | Howells Farm

    Working At Howells Currently Not Hiring – Check Back Soon We will be looking for attr actions staff, market staff, serving staff, cashiers, customer service, kitchen staff, fire pit attendants, janitorial staff and more!! Work at Howells! Looking for work in a fun unique environment? Look no further Howells will be looking for staff of all ages and interests to work on the farm for our October Fall Festival. Application Requirements Applicants must be 14+ years old to apply Must be legally able to work in Canada Must have reliable transportation to and from the farm Email staff@howells.ca with a resume and your full name. Positions for Bar staff, Campfire staff and Wagon Drivers will have 1 on 1 interviews. Positions for cashiers, attractions staff, and janitorial crew will be invited to group interview sessions. Work at Howells! Attractions Staff What a great place to have fun, smile and engage with farm visitors. Attractions staff can work in a variety of positions such as attractions gate, jumping pillow, pumpkin slingshot, apple cannon, corn maze, spook barn, the Rex show, pig races and more! Can work solo or as a team depending on the position. You must be customer service oriented as you are the face of fun! Kitchen Staff The kitchen staff always have a great time! You are responsible for so many of our delicious famous comfort food items like fries, poutines, donuts, and funnel cakes. This is a fast paced environment that requires attention to detail, and excellent communication! Firepit Staff Work within a tight knit team, providing a casual yet outstanding customer experiences at our private firepit rentals. Our firepits are located within the rolling hills surrounded with a variety of nut trees. Tasks such as set up, tear down are included. Customer service is a must as you greet our customers and seat them at their assigned firepit. Must be 18+ and have valid Smart Serve, firepits have their own private bar! Janitorial Staff Be prepared to get hands on with the farm! Our janitorial team is responsible for maintaining the clean atmosphere around the farm, cleaning tables, mopping floors emptying garbage and recycling, cleaning washrooms, stocking items for sale such as straw bales, corn stalks, pumpkins along with any other minor tasks assigned as needed. Market Staff Our market team are super sweet! They are responsible for so many of the wonderful treats that are so popular at the farm such as lemonade, cotton candy, fudge, candy apples, cold and hot beverages and so many more!! Will be cash trained ensuring order accuracy, positive customer service and processing payments. Bar Staff Be prepared to bring your personality!! This is such a fun position as you get to speak to so many of our farm visitors. The fun here is never ending. We pride ourselves on our selection of local craft beers, ciders and wines. Recommend fan or personal favourites ensuring a high level of customer service. Must be 18+ and have valid Smart Serve. Cashier/Customer Service Staff As part of our Cashier and Customer Service team you must have a positive and glowing personality. You are the first and last faces that our farm visitors see!! Responsibilities include reviewing purchased tickets, checking in guests upon arrival, answering questions as needed, selling game tokens, managing seasons passes and weighing/selling pumpkins. Keep an eye on our socials for employment postings and opportunities. We will post on our Facebook and Instagram pages once interview dates are selected for the 2024 October Fall Festival season! **Applicants must apply for themselves, resumes submitted by parents or guardians will not be sufficient. Prospective employees must apply themselves. All applicants are welcome.

  • Summer Fire Pits | Howells Farm

    Summer Fire Pit Special: Flowers & Fires at Howells Book Your Flowers & Fires Experience Now! Flowers & Fires Treat your evening with a scenic wagon ride, fresh flower cutting and a cozy fire pit! 7:00pm - Arrival and check in 7:10pm Wagon ride to flower field: Here you will have the opportunity to pick a bouquet of flowers to take home and enjoy. This is a wonderful create your own bouquet opportunity where you get to cut your own flowers! Dusk - 10:00pm - Enjoy your Fire Pit booking for the remainder of the evening. Beer, wine and non-alcoholic beverages are available for purchase as well as a variety of snacks and treats from our Howells kitchen. Fire Pit Booking only Seating from 8:00pm- 10:00pm, Friday and Saturday evenings. This Fire Pit booking includes access to our Fire Pit bar and kitchen menus! This booking has all the comradery around the fire and none of the extras, does not include a wagon ride or access to our seasonal flower blooms. Your Visit Includes: Begin your 3 hour booking with a scenic wagon ride, departing at 7:30pm. The wagon will take you to and from our blooming flower field to cut your own flower bouquet! (A bouquet of flowers is a bundle of lavender or 6 sunflowers, or 12 zinnias.) *Premium Fire Pit shown* Once back at your fire pit enjoy a S'mores kit, Roasting kit, or a bottle of wine, (each available for pre-order upon booking) As you enjoy your stay or enjoy a beer, cider or glass of wine from our bar menu. A variety of fresh snacks will be available for purchase during your booking including fries, poutine, butter tarts, and more from our Howells kitchen Last call for food and drink orders will be 9:30pm. Camp Fire Add-Ons ROASTING KIT - $45.00 10 Hot dogs, buns and condiments Smore fixin's; marshmallows, chocolate, and graham crackers Roasting sticks Disposable cutlery and napkins S'MORES KIT - $25 Just the sweets! Smore fixin's; marshmallows, chocolate, and graham crackers Roasting sticks Disposable cutlery and napkins BOTTLE OF WINE - $30 Select a bottle of red, white or rose wine at the time of your visit. Disposable wine glasses Standard Fire Pit Can accommodate up to 10 guests Individual Adirondack seating Open concept seating Flexible seat spacing Premium Fire Pit Can accommodate up to 6 guests 3 wooden loveseat style Adirondack seats Each seat sits two Chairs affixed on wooden deck Health and Safety 1. Each campfire site includes 1 propane fire and either 1 picnic table or 2 small side tables. 2. Campfires will have access to; a hand wash station, washroom, fire extinguishers, garbage & recycling bins. 3. All Fire Pit Groups will be checked-in upon arrival. 4. Guests will be directed to their fire pit once on site, and all add-on purchases will be provided. 5. No outside food will be permitted on the premises. WEATHER POLICY: In the event of rain or inclement weather at the time of your booking, you are welcome to postpone your campfire to another available date. A decision to postpone the booking will be made between Howells Farm and the guest booking the visit, on the day and at the time of the visit. *must be raining/inclement weather on-site at Howells Farm in Fonthill. In the event of severe weather during your visit, we will work with you to choose your re-booking time.

  • FALL DOG DAY | Howells Farm

    Fall Dog Day The ulti-mutt Dog Date After such an overwhelming response to our previous "Dog Day" events we've decided to host yet another! This event sponsored by Blue Buffalo and Rens Pets is sure to have you and your furry friends indulging in Fall fun. Join us to snag the pawfect photo of your pup. Please contact the Humane Society of Greater Niagara to book! Book a photographer The De-tails Date: TBD Time: 5-9pm Well Behaved leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners for a stroll through the farm, explore the corn maze and enjoy a wagon ride. Afterwards Check out our Dog Friendly Patio for a refreshing drink and signature poutine. Please keep in mind that this is a working farm meaning there will be distractions including farm animals, this may be something you want to consider if you have a pup with high prey drive.

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