General admission $12/person; various ticketing options for different attractions
Rough cost for a family of four: about $48.00 in admission alone at the posted starting rate, before pumpkins, food, parking or any add-on listed above. Most families end up well north of that once they are through the gate.
Thomas Dairy Farm and Market, established in 1965, operates a major fall festival in Hardin County, western Kentucky. The farm features an 8-acre main corn maze, a 2-acre kiddie maze, mega slides, hayrides, paintball, and a petting zoo.
This is one of Kentucky’s larger fall attractions. With eight core attractions plus concessions, the farm is designed to absorb multi-hour visits. The 8-acre main maze typically takes 30–45 minutes to navigate; the 2-acre kiddie maze is a 15–20 minute option for younger children. Slides, hayrides, a corn pit, and a petting zoo (with farm animals) round out the daytime experience.
The farm also runs extended nighttime hours (Friday–Saturday until midnight) with themed attractions, including a “haunted maze” option. These night experiences likely carry separate pricing and are probably geared toward older kids and adults, though you should confirm age suitability before visiting.
The farm charges $12 general admission per person. For a family of four, base admission would be $48. However, available sources don’t detail what that covers or which additional attractions (hayrides, paintball, train rides, petting zoo, etc.) are bundled versus separate. Given the multi-activity menu, it’s critical to call (270) 401-2524 ahead to confirm what’s included in base admission and whether you should budget for additional per-activity costs. This will help you understand the true cost of your visit.
The farm offers various ticket options (the record mentions Mega Tickets and other choices), but specific pricing and inclusions aren’t published. Call (270) 401-2524 before you visit to get a clear breakdown of options and plan your spend accordingly.
This farm runs only 3rd Saturday September through 1st Saturday November, and operates only Friday–Sunday (not Mon–Th). If you need weekday access, this farm won’t work. All regional demand concentrates on those three days, so expect busy conditions.
Friday evening (5 p.m.–10 p.m.): Adult-focused hours; parents and groups without young kids are the main audience.
Saturday morning (9 a.m.–noon): Peak family hours; arrive at opening to beat the worst crowds.
Saturday afternoon (2 p.m.–5 p.m.): Very busy; midday heat and maximum weekend traffic.
Sunday afternoon (2 p.m.–6 p.m.): End-of-weekend rush; popular with families wrapping up their weekend.
The farm runs a full concession stand with hamburgers, hot dogs, kettle corn, and mini donuts. Call (270) 401-2524 to ask about current pricing. Bring cash if you prefer avoiding card fees for small vendors.
Before you drive out, call (270) 401-2524 to confirm:
The farm has 60+ years of operation behind it, suggesting stability and established visitor expectations, but recent COVID-era or seasonal changes may have shifted what’s available. Confirmation by phone is worthwhile.
Late September through mid-October, weekends (Fri 10pm is too late for families; aim for Sat 10am–6pm or Sun afternoon)
3-5 hours
Weekend-only operation concentrates all demand Fri–Sun. Friday is adult-dominated after 10 p.m.; Saturday midday is peak family hours. Sunday afternoons can feel crowded as families cap their weekend.
Farm lot, unpaved
You want weekday access or a quiet, simple outing; this farm runs only weekends (3rd Saturday Sept through 1st Saturday Nov) and operates as a multi-activity festival requiring 3–4 hours minimum.
Thomas Dairy is in Hardin County, roughly 40 minutes south of Louisville. Pair with bourbon distillery visits, Fort Knox, or Elizabethtown downtown shopping for a full fall day.
The record lists a $12/person general admission but doesn't detail inclusions. The farm operates two mazes (8-acre main, 2-acre kiddie), hayrides, mega slides, corn pit, and animal farm. Call (270) 401-2524 to confirm what $12 covers and what costs extra (paintball, train rides, etc.).
The farm mentions a 'haunted maze' and operates extended hours with night attractions (Friday–Sat until midnight). Call ahead to confirm age restrictions, costume requirements, and whether families with young kids can participate or if night mazes are adult-oriented.
Paintball is listed as an activity but pricing is not published. Budget extra ($10–$20 per person typical) if you plan to use it. Confirm with the farm.
September 20 – November 1, 2026. 3rd Saturday Sept through 1st Saturday Nov. Hours: Mon-Thu 9am-6pm, Fri-Sat 10am-midnight, Sun 12pm-6pm.
Admission starts at $12 per person. General admission $12/person; various ticketing options for different attractions
4625 Leitchfield Rd, Cecilia, KY 42724, in Hardin County. It is one of 9 patches we track in Western Kentucky.
We track 9 patches in Western Kentucky. At $12 a head this one sits above the regional median of $6.99.
Its season runs about 43 days against a regional average of 55, so it is a shorter window than most of its neighbours — miss it and the nearest alternatives will still be open.
What sets it apart locally: it has an after-dark attraction, rides and play structures, which most Western Kentucky patches on our list do not.
There are 2 other patches we track in Hardin County. All Western Kentucky patches →
thomasdairyfarmandmarketky.com
Checked August 2026.