Thistle + Ember @ The 19th Annual Suncadia Fall Harvest Festival

Name: Thistle + Ember @ The 19th Annual Suncadia Fall Harvest Festival
Start: 2025-10-04T10:00:00-07:00
End: 2025-10-04T16:00:00-07:00
Location: 2141 Swiftwater Dr, Cle Elum, WA 98922, United States

Schedule

Sat Oct 04 2025 at 10:00 am to 04:00 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

2141 Swiftwater Dr, Cle Elum, WA 98922, United States | Cle Elum, WA

19th Annual Suncadia Fall Harvest Festival
October 4–5 | 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Historic Nelson Farm | Free Admission
Sponsored by the Suncadia Fund for Community Enhancement

Celebrate the Season at Nelson Farm
Autumn’s most anticipated tradition returns! For 19 years, the Suncadia Harvest Festival has brought families and friends together to revel in the sights, sounds, and flavors of fall. Stroll through a vibrant pumpkin patch, climb to the top of a giant hay pyramid, hop on a wagon ride, or join in for live music and dancing—the spirit of the season is alive at every turn.
This annual celebration is more than just a festival; it’s a place where memories are made. Whether you’re enjoying seasonal treats, cheering on the duck races, or capturing the perfect fall photo, the Harvest Festival is the perfect way to experience autumn in the Cascades.

Festival Highlights & Activities
Here’s just a taste of what to expect over two weekends of fall fun:
Harvest hay pyramid
Pumpkin patch (plus a complimentary mini kids’ patch)
Wagon rides
Duck races
Pony rides
Face painting & henna
Pumpkin painting & Jack & Jill harvest activity kits
Square dancing & line dancing demos/workshops
Main stage with live music & kids’ lineup
Market Alley with local vendors, makers, and farmers
Teanaway Country Store pop‑up
Western kids’ zone by Luft Trailers
Food Trucks & Suncadia Bar
Festive Fall photo moments
(Food, beverages, and select activities available for purchase.)

Food & Drink
Come hungry! The festival offers plenty of delicious ways to fuel your fall fun. Enjoy food trucks with tasty grab‑and‑go options, perfect for snacking as you explore the farm. For grown‑ups, the Suncadia Bar will be serving up the flavors of the season—from cozy fall‑inspired drinks to your favorite adult beverages. Grab a bite, sip something delicious, and roam the festival grounds while the kids enjoy the activities—you’ll have everything you need for a perfect autumn day.

Harvest Hustle Presented by Girls with Grit
The Harvest Hustle, presented with Girls with Grit is a Fall obstacle course fun run for every age and skill level. The Suncadia trails and Kittitas County Nature Conservancy are a beautiful backdrop for this family-friendly, harvest inspired run. Jump, Crawl, Spin…and RUN!