This is the summer outing Erie families will be posting about all August.
Port Farms Summer Days returns August 1 through September 6 with 3 acres of u-pick flowers, themed festival weekends, character visits, live entertainment, Mini Diggers, farm animal fun, and more than 20 farm attractions included with admission. Every guest even gets a mason jar to fill with fresh-cut flowers and take home.
And because my family loves this event — and knows yours will too! — Macaroni KID Erie is giving away TWO Family 4-Packs so two local families can experience it for free.
🎟️ Enter to Win Port Farms Summer Days Tickets
Two winners will each receive a Family 4-pack of tickets to Port Farms Summer Days.
The giveaway opens July 14 and closes at 11:59 p.m. July 31, 2026. Two winners will be selected and notified by email on August 1.
Be sure to watch your email after the giveaway closes. Winners will be contacted using the email address provided with their entry.
What Is Summer Days at Port Farms?
Summer Days is Port Farms’ celebration of flowers, family fun, food, entertainment, and those last golden weeks of summer.
From August 1 through September 6, 2026, every weekend brings a new reason to visit. Families can wander through the farm’s beautiful 3-acre u-pick flower fields, enjoy themed festivals and special character visits, listen to live entertainment, and spend hours exploring the attractions around the farm.
Summer Days admission includes:
- Access to the 3-acre u-pick flower fields
- One mason jar for flower picking
- Mini Diggers
- Farm animals visits
- More than 20 farm attractions, from the famous slides to the Portville - Little Farmer's Village.
- Live entertainment on select dates
- Character visits and themed activities
- Plenty of colorful family photo opportunities
Port Farms is also family- and dog-friendly, making Summer Days a fun option for a family outing, an afternoon with friends, or even a casual summer date.
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Port Farms now has 23 goats, 15 chickens, 3 ducks and a new (pregnant) donkey!
One of Our Favorite Late-Summer Day Trips
We first visited Summer Days looking for an easy, low-key family outing near Erie, and it ended up being one of those days we continued talking about long after we got home.
With colorful flower fields, relaxing wagon rides, and attractions that keep the kids entertained, Port Farms was a perfect way to spend a summer afternoon. We left with a mason jar full of freshly picked blooms that lasted for weeks, along with some of my favorite family photos of the summer, taken in the flower fields.
Take a look at our family’s previous visit to Port Farms Summer Days:
2026 Summer Days Festivals and Events
No two Summer Days weekends are exactly the same. Port Farms has planned themed festivals and special events throughout August and into Labor Day weekend.
Season Pass Day
July 31 from 3 to 7 p.m.
Season passholders can get an early start on the summer fun with a special preview day before Summer Days officially begins.
Heroes, Diggers & Discovery
August 1-2 and August 7-9
Kick off Summer Days with weekends celebrating heroes, big machines, discovery, and hands-on fun. Port Farms will also host a Rescue Pups Meet & Greet on select Saturdays.
Blooms, Bubbles & Butterflies
August 14-16 and August 21-23
Flowers, bubbles, and butterflies come together for two especially colorful weekends at the farm. This theme is a natural fit for younger children—and for anyone hoping to capture some beautiful summer photos.
Flower & Art Fest
August 28-30 and September 4-6
Summer Days wraps up with two weekends celebrating flowers, creativity, and art. It’s a fun way to enjoy Labor Day weekend and squeeze in one more summer adventure before the season ends.
Port Farms will also offer character visits, live music, and additional entertainment throughout Summer Days. Check the farm’s complete event calendar before visiting to see exactly what is planned for your date.
👉 See the complete Port Farms Summer Days schedule
💐 Special Summer Events at Port Farms
Along with the weekend festivals, Port Farms is hosting several special events among the flowers.
Sunset Yoga in the Flowers
August 6, 13, 20 and 27, and September 3
Trade the yoga studio for the flower fields during this peaceful outdoor yoga series. Each session offers the chance to unwind while surrounded by the colors of summer.
Mother-Son Dance
August 12
Moms and sons can enjoy a special evening together at the farm with dancing, flowers, and summertime memories.
Daddy-Daughter Dance
August 13
Dads and daughters are invited to dress up, dance, and spend a memorable summer evening together at Port Farms.
Special events may require separate registration or admission. Check the Port Farms website for event details and ticket information.
Food, Drinks, and Farm Treats
Come hungry! Guests can purchase farm favorites, delicious seasonal treats and specialty drinks during their visit.
Adults can also stop by the Beer Garden and visit Port Farms’ on-site brewery, Poverty Knob Farmhouse Ales. The brewery and Beer Garden are family- and dog-friendly, so parents can relax while still enjoying the day with the whole crew.
Plan Your Visit to Port Farms Summer Days
Dates: August 1-September 6, 2026
- Fridays and Saturdays: 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
- Sundays: 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Location: Port Farms, 2055 Stone Quarry Road, Waterford, Pennsylvania
Prices: $15.95 weekdays and $19.95 weekends. Season passes also available!
Good to know:
- A mason jar for picking flowers is included with regular admission.
- The Mini Diggers and most farm attractions are included.
- Port Farms is dog-friendly.
- Food, treats, specialty drinks, and brewery beverages are available for purchase.
- Attractions and activities may vary depending on the date, weather, and festival theme.
Macaroni KID Erie tip: Have everyone wear something you’ll love seeing in photos. Between the flower fields, farm scenery, and colorful festival displays, there are photo opportunities everywhere.
Get Port Farms Summer Days Tickets
🎟️ Don’t Forget to Enter!
Two Macaroni KID Erie readers will each win a Family 4-Pack of tickets to Port Farms Summer Days.
Whether your family is excited to pick flowers, try the Mini Diggers, meet favorite characters, or simply spend a beautiful summer day together, this is one giveaway you won’t want to miss.
