It’s officially fall, and slowly but surely the weather is turning.
Before we know it, the leafy greens of Louisville’s tree canopy will turn to reds, yellows, and oranges and come gently floating down. And if you’re looking to get a break from the raking and bagging that lies ahead, Bernheim Forest has you covered.
Fun fact: 39% of Derby City is shaded by trees.
ColorFest is coming to Bernheim Forest on Saturday, Nov. 2 and Sunday, Nov. 3, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. each day. It’s Bernheim’s longest-running festival, and each year it celebrates the colorful changes to the forest’s ~16,000 acres of foliage.
Here’s a sample of what you can expect at this year’s ColorFest:
- Beautiful fall foliage
- Giant slides
- Pumpkin rolling
- Mud pie kitchen
- Live music
- Local food and beverages
Tickets for ColorFest are available now, $15 for non-members, $12 for members. Kids 10 and under get in free.
While you’re there...
There’s more than just ColorFest at the 95-year-old forest. While you’re there, check out these new features:
- Let the kids loose on the new Playcosystem clubhouse, which debuted this year. The structure was constructed using lumber from trees that fell during windstorms in the forest.
- Explore new trails along Ten Toms Loop and Magruder Meadow and discover the nine pieces of the new L+A+N+D installation, which opened over the summer. The large-scale installation explores themes of biodiversity, beauty, conservation, sustainability, and more.
Pro tip: If you haven’t already visited Bernheim’s Forest Giants, the three large sculptures by Danish artist Thomas Dambo, now’s your chance. The sculptures were always meant to be temporary, and will only last until they are “no longer safe or aesthetically pleasing.” Bernheim anticipates they will be around through the end of this year.
