Posted in Mississippi September 18, 2018 by

The Mississippi Scarecrow Festival You Won’t Want To Miss This Fall

It’s fall, y’all! And if you’re looking for the perfect way to get into the spirit of the season, you’ve got to check out Madison’s Scarecrow Festival. The annual event includes food, fun, entertainment, and lots of scarecrows, of course. Take a look:

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Held in Madison, MS, the Scarecrow Festival is now in its 7th year.
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Even though it’s rather new, the annual event is already a big hit, offering seasonal fun for the entire family.
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This year’s festival is scheduled for October 4th from 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. The fun takes place on Main Street near the Madison Square Center for the Arts.
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On the day of the festival, Madison’s downtown comes to life with music, games, plenty of fall fun, and…
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…lots of scarecrows. During the festival, scarecrows, which are created by local businesses, are lined up in tents on Main Street.
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Festival-goers of all ages can admire the festive creations and then vote on their favorites.
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The scarecrows may be the star of the festival, but that’s not all it has to offer. Children can enjoy pony rides, hay rides, and train rides.
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There’s also a hay bale obstacle course, face painting, and inflatables.
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Adults can kick back and enjoy the live music. Don’t forget to bring a chair, so you can "kick back" comfortably.
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Dubbed "a great outdoor family fun fest for kids and people of all ages," the Scarecrow Festival should definitely be on your fall bucket list.
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Remember, this year’s Scarecrow Festival is on October 4, 2018 from 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. For more information, visit Madison’s website or Facebook page.

So, ever been to Madison’s Scarecrow Festival? Know of another great fall festival? Tell us in the comments section.

This isn’t the only place you can have some seasonal fun. Click here to read about another place you’ve got to visit this fall.