Families attending this year's festival will have even more to enjoy with the introduction of a brand-new Kids Zone on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. inside the small auditorium in the Jones County Civic Center.
The Kids Zone will feature a variety of hands-on activities designed to help children explore the past through fun and interactive experiences. Young visitors will have opportunities to create crafts, learn traditional skills, play old-fashioned games, and participate in activities that showcase how everyday life has changed through the years.
- Explore progression through the ages
- Create rag dolls and bird feeders
- Make homemade butter
- Biscuit making demonstration
- Play with ole time toys and games
- Take lots of fun photos
Children can also enjoy oversized games, photo opportunities, sidewalk chalk art, and other family-friendly activities throughout the day. As an added bonus, participants who visit all Kids Zone stations will receive a special prize.
Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.
Our goal is that our new Kids Zone will encourage children and families to engage with local heritage in a fun and memorable way!