Join us on May 10th, 9am - 3pm for May Farm Fest at Gorman Heritage Farm! Celebrate the season of new growth on the farm with farm animals, touch-a-tractor (9 AM-12 PM), Dino Buddies Reptile Encounter (12 PM-3 PM), Little Farmers' Discovery Barn, face painting, craft vendors, food trucks, dance party and fun activities for all ages. 

All activities are included in the price of your ticket! Food trucks and craft vendors will also be onsite for optional purchases.

• Farm Animals: Visit with the animals at Gorman Heritage Farm - baby pigs, chicks, Mules, Miniature horses, dwarf goats and more!  
• Touch-A-Tractor, 9 AM-12 pM: Guests of all ages are encouraged to get up close and personal with our farm vehicles and Farmer Amanda will be onsite to answer any questions!
• Dino Buddies Reptile Encounter, 12-3 pM: Discover the wonder of the underbelly of the farm!  Get up close and personal with a variety of reptiles and learn how important these critters are to a healthy environment.  
• Hay Rides: Enjoy a tractor pulled hayride around the farm fields!  
• Free Face Painting
• Little Farmers' Discovery Barn:  Our farm educators will have special stations throughout the farm to teach adults and children about various aspects of farm food, sustainable agriculture, and the natural world.  Boone County Arboretum will also be onsite to share information about our native trees and plants.  
• Craft Vendors & Food Trucks:   Shop select craft vendors or grab a bite from one of the food vendors:  Dawghouse Grill, Tweedles Donuts, Coffee Truck! 
• Dance Party!  

VIP Parking:  We have a limited number of VIP Parking tickets available for purchase for guaranteed parking in the Dan Beard Boy Scout Council parking lot (right next to the festival entrance).  Note:  VIP Parking tickets DO NOT include admission.  

Can’t make it to the event?

You can still support Gorman Heritage Farm with a DONATION!

Frequently Asked Questions:

Should I buy tickets in advance? 
Yes. Ticket lines will be very limited, so to avoid waiting in line buy ahead of time and get right into the fun! Please note, no cash will be accepted at the gate.

Do I need to buy tickets if I am a member?
Yes, tickets are required to attend this event. Please note: There is no special member pricing for this fundraising event. Thank you for your support of our non-profit, educational working farm!

Do Village of Evendale residents need to buy tickets?
Yes, tickets are required to attend this event. Please note: There is no special resident pricing for this fundraising event. Thank you for your support of our non-profit, educational working farm!

Can I visit the Farm other days of the week?
Yes, Gorman Heritage Farm is open to the public during our regular operating hours of M-F 9am - 5pm and Saturdays from 9-3pm.  Please note: animal interactions and other activities are not available during normal operations.

Can I bring my pet?
Only ADA Service Dogs trained to do work or perform a task for a person with a disability are allowed. Thank you for understanding the safety of attendees and farm babies.

Is the Farm accessible for strollers and wheelchairs?
Yes! Our paved Every Person's Trail is easily navigated by both strollers and wheelchairs and leads you directly to our historic farmyard. There are additional gravel, grassy, dirt and hill paths to traverse. If it's muddy, wheelchairs and strollers can have a hard time in some areas of the farm.

Where can I park for May Farm Fest?
Free parking is available at the Soil and Stars Education Center at 10020 Reading Rd., across the street at Formica 10155 Reading Rd., and at Cincinnati State 10100 Reading Road.  Handicap Accessible Parking and VIP parking will be in the Dan Beard Boy Scout Council lot at 10078 Reading Rd. (placards required). 

Can I get a refund on the cost of my ticket?
We do not offer refunds on ticket costs. Please know the cost of your ticket goes to fund our mission to cultivate a healthy community through farm-based experiences and education about food, agriculture and the natural world.

Is there an ATM on site?
No. Food and Craft vendors will offer both cash and credit options. 

Is the event rain or shine?
Yes, we run rain or shine! Please dress for the weather.

Other questions? Contact us at 513-563-6663 or email info@gormanfarm.org.