Thornton Harvest Fest 2024
*The event has already taken place on this date: Sat, 10/05/2024
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HARVEST FEST I 10 a.m.-5 p.m. I Community Park
Harvest Fest Marketplace
Experience great shopping provided by over 100 participating craft exhibitors, home businesses and other various vendors. There will also be an array of exhibits from local businesses and nonprofit organizations for you to discover.
Low-Cost Produce Fair
Seasonal produce will be priced at a lower cost for all to enjoy. This event will be weather permitting. Payment methods accepted: Cash, VISA, MasterCard and Discover.
Skate Park Competition I 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
The Thomas J. Slocum Memorial Skate Park comes alive with the thrill of competition for scooters, bike riders and skateboarders! There are three skill levels for scooter, bike and skateboard divisions. Registration fee is $5 and registration begins at 8:30 a.m. A waiver must be signed by a parent or guardian. We will announce the 2024 Skate Park Competition Series winners following the event! HELMETS ARE REQUIRED. For more information, please visit goCOT.net/harvestfest or call 303-255-7800.
Food Court
Enjoy the full festival experience by partaking in the assortment of menu items provided by our food vendors. From hotdogs and burritos to funnel cakes and ice cream, there is something for every palate. Sit, relax and enjoy your meal in the picnic area located just outside the food court.
Beer Garden
Adults age 21 and over are invited to stop by the festival beer garden located next to the Larkridge Stage to socialize with other adults, while enjoying an ice-cold beverage. A photo ID will be required to enter.
First Responder Row
Stop by and visit with representatives from the Thornton Fire Department, Thornton Police Department and North Suburban Medical Center. Here you can explore Thornton’s antique fire truck, police e-motorcycles, a police cruiser as well as enjoy Operation Copsicle.
Autumn Tree Sale
Thornton Forestry will be selling one inch caliper size trees that weigh approximately 20 pounds, making them easily transported. Cost is $50 per tree payable by cash, check or credit card.
Hugo’s Lucha Libre
Join us for live action Mexican wrestling provided by Hugo’s Wrestling Promotions. Be amazed by the luchadores’ spectacular costumes and movements.
10:15-10:45 a.m. I 11:30 a.m.-12 p.m. I 1-1:30 p.m. I 3:30-4 p.m.
Kid Zone
Enjoy inflatables, a bungee trampoline, face painting and a mini train. Many of the activities are FREE, some require a small fee.
Retro Games
Participate in fair games such as Pumpkin Bowling, Autumn Bingo, Hula Scarecrow Toss, Potato Sack Races, Cornhole and more. Try your hand at these various activities for the chance to win fun prizes.
Children's Pumpkin Decorating
Kids come claim your free pumpkin and decorate your gorgeous gourd with our various array of stickers! This activity is for children only. One pumpkin per child please. While supplies last.
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