Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum to Hold Annual Pumpkin Adventure
By MICHAEL HOGG
Special to the Progress
Oct 5, 2026
The Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum's Pumpkin Adventure
The Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum will host its highly anticipated annual Pumpkin Adventure from October 7-10, 14-17, and 21-24, 2026. Families can enjoy this fall tradition daily from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., with extended hours for family days on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Each year, this family-friendly event transforms the museum grounds into a pumpkin paradise, offering a variety of fun activities for all ages! Visitors can take a hayride through the scenic property, learn about the life cycle of a pumpkin, indulge in a tasty snack after their ride, and spend some time in the kid-friendly corn pit. Guests will also have the chance to explore the National Agricultural Aviation Museum, the Heritage Center Gallery, and discover more about Mississippi’s rich agricultural heritage.