Autumn Adventures
Expiration: Dec 31st 2025
Your ticket to fall fun in Lincoln is here! The Autumn Adventures Passport unlocks cozy flavors, festive experiences, and unforgettable seasonal activities for the whole family. From pumpkin patches and hayrides to chocolatey treats and fall-themed crafts, discover all the ways Lincoln comes alive with autumn magic.
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Enjoy a scoop of one of their fall flavors
With flavors like Campfire Cookie and Peachin’ to the Choir, it’s almost impossible to resist a stop at 402 Creamery to try all five of their fall-inspired scoops! And honestly, we didn’t put up much of a fight to resist anyway.
Boo at the Zoo
Spooky season is crawling into Lincoln! Lincoln Children's Zoo's Boo at the Zoo is creeping back! Lincoln’s biggest trick-or-treat event is filled with candy, costumes and spooktacular fun for the whole family. Tickets vanish fast!
Join us for a Spooktacular Halloween event at Branched Oak State Recreation Area!
October 18 @ 3:30 pm - 9 pm
3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Head to the east side of the water tower to enjoy the apple sling, Plinko, the fish pond, hula hoop, ring toss, bag toss, zipline, photo booth, a pumpkin train, basketball shoot, photo booth and pumpkin carving.
Pumpkins will be for sale – $2 for a small, $3 for a large.
5 p.m. COSTUME CONTEST – prizes will be given to the top 2 in each age group (5 & under, 6-10, 11-16, 17 & older).
6:30 p.m. CAMPER DECORATING CONTEST – Decorate your campsite in preparation for the trick-or-treaters! Prizes will be given out to the top 6 places.
6:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. CAMPGROUND TRICK-OR-TREATING – campsites/campers participating will display a trick-or-treat ghost on their campsite post.
7 p.m. – 8:45 p.m. HAUNTED TRAIL RIDES – Take a hayrack ride through our haunted trail. You will have to sign up for a time slot when you purchase your tickets. Hayrack rides will go out every five minutes starting at 7 p.m. We will only sell 650 tickets. Purchase tickets in advance beginning Sept. 15 by calling the park office at 402-783-3400.
Cost: $7 for ages 12 & under; $9 for ages 13+; children 3 & under are free. Pick up pre-purchased tickets at the park office during business hours, M-F from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., or at the booth in Middle Oak Creek Campground on Oct. 18.
Helpful Information:
A valid 2025 state park vehicle permit is required for entry. A daily pass or annual pass can be purchased at the gate, or in advance online to avoid long lines.
Visitor parking will be north of Middle Oak Creek Campground. All vehicle traffic in the campground will be closed for the safety of the trick-or-treaters between 6 p.m. and will not reopen until 9:15 p.m. No exceptions.
Purchase a seasonal cookie decorating kit
Gather your favorite people for a cozy fall night of sweet creativity. Sunflower House Cookies has you covered with cookies, buttercream, and sprinkles so you can craft the most autumn-inspired treats your heart desires!
Create a fall-themed work of art
Grab some friends for the perfect cozy fall outing at Paint Yourself Silly! Craft your own fall-inspired masterpiece to add a little seasonal charm to your home or as a cozy handmade gift.
Roca Scary Farm
Light up your autumn nights at Roca Berry Farm. Pumpkin patches, hayrides, corn mazes, and over 70 family-friendly daytime adventures await! And when the sun sets, things get spookily spectacular. Try the Haunted Hayride, Psycho Path, Haunted Manor and all the thrills of Roca Scary Farm for a Halloween evening you won’t forget.
Warm up your weekend with waffles and fall-inspired drinks
Dive into fall sweetness at The Chocolate Season with cozy pumpkin-spiced lattes, chai, and all the chocolatey treats you can dream of. Bonus: brunch like a champion at their Waffle Weekends every Saturday and Sunday!
Fall nature walk or scavenger hunt
Look for leaves of different colors, interesting bark textures, animal signs like acorns and nests, various seeds, and different types of fungi. This activity can be customized for age and location to foster hands-on learning about the fall season and nature.