Whitpain Township's annual hayrides return to Prophecy Creek Park on Friday, Oct. 23, and Saturday, Oct. 24. The two-night event features a bonfire, spooky stories and hot cider served by a costumed witch.
Hosted by Whitpain Township Parks and Recreation, the hayrides run from 6 to 9 p.m. both nights. Hay wagons carry passengers on a continuous loop to the park's upper field, where storyteller Bill Wood tells spooky stories beside a bonfire. A costumed witch ladles hot apple cider from a cauldron, and ginger snaps are included with admission.
Tickets cost $10 for ages 12 and older and $5 for children ages 3 to 11. Children 2 and under get in free. Cash and card are accepted at the event, according to the township's registration page.
New this year, a food vendor will be on-site for purchase each night and a pumpkin patch will be open while supplies last, Whitpain Parks and Recreation said in an Oct. 16 Instagram post.
The Whitpain Police Association is providing glow necklaces on a first-come, first-served basis.
Wagons pick up passengers every 10 to 15 minutes from the main entrance and loop back from the bonfire, so families can leave whenever they are ready. The last wagon leaves the parking lot at 8:45 p.m. The last wagon departs the bonfire at 9 p.m.
Residents who want to skip the line can pre-register online through Thursday, Oct. 22, at 4 p.m. Pre-registration opened Sept. 8 and is non-refundable.
Upcoming community events:
- Friday, Oct. 23, and Saturday, Oct. 24: Hayrides at Prophecy Creek Park, 6-9 p.m. Register online.
- Saturday, Oct. 24: Drug Take Back Day at three local police stations.
