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Lewis Adventure Farm & Zoo

Family fruit farm with zoo animals and fall festival · New Era, MI

Lewis family fruit farm and zoo on M-20 near New Era with sloths, kangaroos and camels; the 2026 fall festival runs September 11 to November 1.

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Stops within about 40 miles of Lewis Adventure Farm & Zoo. Collect a Lavender Passport stamp at each one.

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About Lewis Adventure Farm & Zoo

Lewis Adventure Farm & Zoo began as a fruit farm, and growing fruit is still at its core. The farm market was built in the 1970s by two generations of the Lewis family, then closed for a few years after a road change. In 2003 Cindy Lewis started selling sweet cherries from a front-yard stand, a new market opened in August 2004, and baby goats in a garage grew into today's zoo. Scott and Cindy own the farm now, with their sons and their families working alongside them.

The fall festival in 2026 runs September 11 through November 1, Wednesday through Sunday. Admission covers dozens of activities: a corn maze and pumpkin patch, the Corny Barn play area filled with shelled corn, a petting zoo, barrel train, carousel, giant slide and swings, pedal carts, jumping pillow, rubber duck races and a low ropes course. Splash Acres stays open through October 11.

The animal side goes well beyond goats, with sloths, lemurs, kangaroos, camels and a capybara; paid Animal Encounters get you closer. The farm market sells fresh donuts, sundaes, shakes and soft pretzels. A summer season with water play runs earlier in the year, and the farm also hosts field trips and groups.

Cherry Point Farm & Market near Shelby is about 15 minutes north, a quieter stop after a busy day here, with a lavender-edged labyrinth to walk.

What to do

  • Find your way through the corn maze and pick a pumpkin, September through October
  • Meet sloths, kangaroos, camels and lemurs
  • Book an Animal Encounter for a closer visit
  • Dig into the Corny Barn and ride the barrel train
  • Cool off at Splash Acres, open through mid-October
  • Grab fresh donuts and a shake at the farm market

Season, hours and prices

Season
2026 fall festival September 11 through November 1, Wednesday–Sunday; summer season dates posted on their website
Hours
2026 fall season: Wednesday–Saturday 9–6, Sunday 10–6; closed Monday and Tuesday; last entry one hour before close
Admission
2026 fall: weekend $33.95 at the gate or $29.95 online; weekday (Wed–Fri) $29.95 at the gate or $25.95 online; ages 3 and up

Good to know

Dogs
Service animals only

Tips for your visit

  • Buying tickets online saves $4 per person
  • No outside food, drinks or alcohol are allowed
  • Weekday tickets are cheaper and valid Wednesday through Friday only
  • Entry closes an hour before closing time

Pair it with a lavender farm

Cherry Point Farm & Market · about 15 minutes away

Cherry Point Farm & Market is about 15 minutes north, a calm lavender-labyrinth stop after a full day here.

Getting there

Questions

Can I bring my dog?

No, only service animals are allowed on the farm.

Is there a discount for buying online?

Yes, in 2026 online tickets are $4 less than at the gate.

Who needs a ticket?

General admission is required for ages 3 and up.

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