GOT CORN? : GREENDALE ACRES DEBUTS NEW CORN MAZE

Greendale Acres is inviting families to make the most of the season and enjoy simple traditions, beautiful surroundings and memorable experiences as the beloved Chilliwack farmstead at 41905 Yale Road West unveils a new calendar of activities for summer that kicks off on Weds., July 29th.

From the opening of the new GOT CORN? Corn Maze to fresh-roasted ears of corn, blooming flower fields, live music, train rides and family attractions, summer at Greendale Acres is designed to be enjoyed all season long.

Summer at Greendale Acres offers families plenty of ways to enjoy the season, with experiences and activities that invite guests to return throughout the summer. Whether it’s attending the Chilliwack Corn Festival, spending an evening listening to live music, picking flowers with friends or exploring the corn maze with kids, every visit offers something a little different while still feeling familiar.

The seasonal fun officially starts on Weds., July 29th from 2 to 6 p.m. with the farm then open regular hours on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. with extended hours for special events throughout the season. Admission to the farm is $17 online or $20 at the door Wednesdays through Fridays and $19 online or $22 at the door on Saturdays and Sundays and Holidays.

The centrepiece of the summer fun this season at Greendale Acres is exploring the interactive GOT CORN? Corn Maze that is included with regular farm admission. This playful celebration of one of the farm’s favourite crops and a season that has become synonymous with Greendale Acres is an annual tradition that offers a family friendly adventure for all ages, as guests wind their way through towering acres of corn while searching for clues and creating memories together along the way.

The maze is designed to be enjoyed by guests of all ages, offering both adventure and discovery as visitors navigate through the pathways and uncover hidden checkpoints while enjoying a full day on the farm with fresh-roasted ears of corn, acres of flower fields in bloom, train rides, farm attractions, family activities and live music throughout the season.

“The corn maze has always been more than an attraction for us,” says Vanessa Oddy. “it’s the moment that summer truly begins. Families return year after year, and every journey through the maze becomes part of their story. Our corn maze invites guests to unplug, explore and experience the beauty of summer together down on the farm. Here at Greendale Acres, summer isn’t just a weekend event. It’s a season to experience.”

The full summer event calendar at Greendale Acres includes:

August 1st to 3rd and 8th to 9th

Admission Price: $19 online/$22 at the door per person, free for farm members

The Chilliwack Corn Festival returns for two weekends of family fun Aug. 1st to 3rd and Aug. 8th and 9th as Greendale Acres celebrates one of the Fraser Valley’s favourite summer traditions and the start of corn maze season with fresh-roasted corn, live music, family activities, friendly competitions and plenty of summer memories to be made.

Guests can take part in the crowd-favourite corn-shucking and -eating contests that are included with admission and available on a first-come, first-served basis, enjoy face painting from noon to 2 p.m. daily and relax with a beverage in hand while enjoying live music that includes the Petersen Duo Aug. 1st from 4-7 p.m.; the Johnny Bootleg Trio Aug. 2nd from 4-7 p.m.; Ryan McAllister Aug. 3rd from 2:30-5:30 p.m.; Desiree Walde and the Backroad Revival Band Aug. 8th from 4-7 p.m.; and Josh Petersen Aug. 9th from 2:30-5:30 p.m.

August 1st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 8th, 9th, 15th, 22nd, 29th and Sept. 5th

Admission Price: $19 online/$22 at the door per person, free for members

Greendale Acres lights up Saturday nights and holiday weekends in August with fully licensed and family friendly music events that feature local musicians and bands like the Petersen Duo on Aug. 1st from 4-7 p.m., Desiree Wade and the Backroad Revival Band on Aug. 8th from 4-7 p.m., Adam Cebula on Aug. 15th from 4-7 p.m., Ryan McAllister and Band on Aug. 22nd from 4-7 p.m., Dave Faber and Trio on Aug. 29th from 4-7 p.m. and a triple bill on Sept. 5th featuring Josh Petersen (3:30-4:30 p.m.), The Rundown (5-7 p.m.) and the Tanner Olsen Band (7:30-9 p.m.).

Throughout Summer

Admission Price: $18 online/$21 at the door per person weekdays, $19 online/$22 at the door, free for members

The flower fields are in full bloom this summer at Greendale Acres and guests can wander through rows of vibrant seasonal blooms, slow down their pace and pause to bask in one of the most beautiful parts of summer down on the farm. Flowers have become an iconic part of the summer season at Greendale Acres, and guests can pick their own bouquet of seasonal flowers, capture photos among the blooms and experience the farm during the golden hour glow of late evenings. On select days, they can also find a florist or flower attendant among the fields who will share bouquet inspiration, flower arranging tips and simple techniques to create beautiful take-home arrangements.

August 20th and 27th from 6 to 8 p.m.

Ticket Price: $45

Guests can gather and experience the joy of flower arranging during golden hour for these two events as participants begin the evening with a relaxing walk around the farm, learning about the diverse array of flowers on the property courtesy of Greendale Acres Owner and Florist Vanessa Oddy. Guests will also enjoy complimentary light refreshments before gathering a bucket of fresh-picked flowers and learning how to create a stunning arrangement to take home to enjoy.

This event is perfect for flower enthusiasts, nature lovers and anyone looking to spend a blissful evening in the farm’s picturesque and placid environment. Greendale will provide buckets, scissors and a variety of seasonal blooms, and guests are encouraged to bring their own vases or purchase one from an on-site selection available for sale during the event.

August 20th and 27th from 6 to 8 p.m.

Ticket Price: $65

Guests can experience the beauty of Golden Hour and the joy of painting at Greendale Acres during these events as they begin the evening with a peaceful stroll through flower fields as the farm settles into the golden glow of sunset. Surrounded by the colours of late summer, guests will enjoy an inspiring outdoor painting experience as local artist Silvana Kulyk guides them step by step to create their own canvas masterpiece.

Whether they’re an experienced painter or just picking up a brush for the first time, guests will enjoy a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere where creativity can flourish. Complimentary seasonal refreshments will also be provided during these private evenings on the farm that are perfect for art lovers, nature enthusiasts, girls’ nights out, date night or anyone looking for a relaxing and memorable evening in the great outdoors.

August 22nd from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Admission Price: $19 online/$22 at the door per person, free for members

During this popular and enchanting experience, little guests will have the opportunity to meet Princess Rapunzel, enjoy story time and create their very own flower crown to wear during a perfect day where little princesses can make magical memories surrounded by the beauty of the farm. Flower crown making will take place from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. with Princess Rapunzel holding court from 12:30 to 2 p.m.

September 5th to 7th

Admission Price: $19 online/$22 at the door per person, free for members

The September 5th weekend marks one last long weekend of summer fun at Greendale Acres before fall arrives — and the biggest concert of the season at Greendale Acres. Guests can enjoy family fun, U-pick flowers, face painting, the corn maze and a new summer farm tradition with a Watermelon Eating Competition comprising fresh, farm-harvested melons being held daily at 12:30 and 3:30 p.m.

The licensed, family friendly event will end on high notes on Sat., Sept. 5th with live music from Josh Peterson, The Rundown and the Tanner Olsen Band from 3:30 to 9 p.m. and on Sun., Sept. 6th as Kyler Pierce and Band take the stage from 4 to 7 p.m.

• Mid-Week Magic at Greendale Acres

• Summer Mornings on The Farm

• Fresh-Roasted Corn Starting August 1st

Other notable events at this summer include Mid-Week Magic at Greendale Acres, featuring unlimited train rides on the Greendale Express included with every admission Wednesdays and Thursdays in August; Summer Mornings on the Farm, when guests get to enjoy a quieter, slower way to experience the farm as it comes to life and grab a coffee, find a shady spot to relax, wander through flower fields, visit animals, cool off in the water play areas and let the kids explore, play and discover at their own pace; and the return of Fresh-Roasted Corn available for purchase at Greendale Acres starting Aug. 1st, when guests can enjoy the seasonal tradition of local, roasted corn hot off the grill and customize it with a selection of flavour options to create the perfect summer treat while exploring the farm.

For a full list of special events happening at Greendale Acres, visit greendaleacres.ca/events-on-the-farm/.

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The roots of Greendale Acres were planted in 1999 when John and Diane Bruinsma teamed up with Lloyd and Wendy Taekema and began transforming the old Bruinsma dairy farm on Connor Road in Chilliwack into Canada’s first corn maze as part of an effort to connect the community with agriculture and farming life and help families experience farm life in a fun and interactive way. More than 25 years on, the old barn and bunker and the apple orchard that the Bruinsmas cultivated previously are still there and land has been cleared to make room for pumpkin patches, agricultural attractions, and educational programs, adding new life and energy to the farmstead and turning it into a popular and beloved destination for families, schools and various community groups to cultivate memories and traditions. Today, the farm is operated by John and Diane’s three daughters along with their husbands and ten small children who all share in the labour of love and the common goal of reconnecting people with nature and agriculture.