Autumn festivities are taking full swing in Coon Rapids, with Rocky's Pumpkin Patch event set to entertain families and highlight community organizations. Scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 18, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Sand Creek Park, the event is hosted by the Coon Rapids Community Strength Foundation and backed by the City of Coon Rapids. According to the city's official announcement, the gathering aims to connect residents with local youth-serving associations, volunteer groups, and more.
While kids can look forward to trick or treating, the event also features a range of activities, including musical chairs, a bounce house, inflatable obstacle courses, and face painting. Adding to the autumnal spirit, free pumpkins will be handed out, one per child, while the supplies last. The announcement mentions there will be "Prizes! Giveaways! Candy!" and encourages children to come dressed up as costume-wearing attendees stand the chance to win prizes.
Families looking for keepsakes of the day can take advantage of the free photo booth, with the promise that pictures will be posted on the event's Facebook page. Visitors looking for refreshments can turn to concessions sold by the North Star Lions Club, ensuring that the sustenance for those engaging in the fall frolic is taken care of.
