We open for the 2026 season on Saturday September 12! We will be open daily September 12 through October 31!

Classic Car Gathering 9/13/26 11a-3p

Enjoy a taste of “the good ol’ days” while taking in 200+ classic cars.

This is a free event both to attend and register a classic car. Registrants can enter upon arrival day of event. One car is picked by a JPF crew member as Overall Favorite and they receive a Johnson’s theme gift basket. The first 225 to register get a dash plaque. For info on car show registration, call Roy at (989) 798-1274

 

Fall Craft Show 9/19/26 10a-7p

 

Over 100 local makers, crafters and food vendors to shop and enjoy while the pumpkin farm is in full swing! One day only! Free to attend, free parking. The craft show is 10a-7p but the farm is open 9a-7p. In the event of inclement weather, the date will be pushed to 9/20/26. Any questions can be directed to gretchen@johnsonsgiantpumpkins.com

 

River of Time

at Johnson’s

Sept. 25, 26, 27 2026

 

 

Your favorite mid-Michigan living history event is coming to Johnson’s again in 2026! Interact with in-character re-enactors to learn about the history of our state, country and important events of the past. This is a do-not-miss event for all the history buffs out there! What a wonderful way to continue celebrating our nation’s 250th anniversary! Our farm will be in full swing while you take in period encampments, music, canon demos and so much more! Full schedule TBD 

 

Food Truck Friday 9/25/26 4p-7p

 

Come out to the farm and enjoy some tasty food from several local food trucks! Check out River of Time’s historical encampments while you’re here! Food vendors TBD

 

 

Safety Day 10/3/26 10a-4p

 

Come meet and help celebrate our local heroes! See fire trucks, ambulances and more up close while the farm is in full swing! Event is 10a-4p but the farm is open 9a-7p.

$6 Weekday Lunch Specials: Items and Schedule TBD

 

Weekend Entertainment

Our weekends feature many activities such as face painting, photographer, balloon twister, blacksmith demos, Native American Indian educating and more!  We have live music and DJs most Saturday and Sunday afternoons!  Truly something for everyone to entertain on a lovely fall weekend!

Specialty Donuts

Every Friday throughout our season we feature different specialty donut flavors in addition to our regular cinnamon sugar and sprinkle donuts. Specialty donuts are $10 for 1/2 dozen. Our regular cinnamon sugar and frosted donuts flavors are available every day (even Fridays) ! They’re $8 for 1/2 dozen and $12 for full dozen. 2026 schedule TBD

 

 

Horse & Train Rides

Horse rides and “train” rides available for the kiddos Saturdays and Sundays 12pm – 5pm. Weather dependent.

Bingo

Every Wednesday 10a-11a during our season, we play bingo for prizes provided by our craft vendors! Just donate to the employee tip jar to play!  Come out and enjoy the fun!

Special Event Private Party Barn

Enhance your visit to the farm by reserving our party barn.  Enjoy a private space for your group to enjoy with tables, delivered lunch and other special benefits.  Great for birthday parties, family reunions and company outings.  

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