Coldwater Country Tourism

10/16/2026

🕷️Meet "Spidey" the Spider! Created by outgoing director Debra Hackett Myers Prater and our friend John Howk, Spidey is one of the scarecrows currently displayed at Four Corners Park (near our building).

The Coldwater Area Chamber of Commerce will be posting all of the scarecrows on their page soon, and it's up to you to vote on your favorite! If you like Spidey, please head over to the Chamber's page and give him your vote!🕷️

10/16/2026

🍻Cheers! We know it’s been a long haul getting their liquor license and we are so excited for our friends at Adventure Zone

We’re also excited for everyone who can now visit them for fun, food, and now a drink, too!

🚨 THE WAIT IS OVER, COLDWATER! 🚨

Starting tomorrow, Friday, October 16th, we are officially pouring your favorite adult beverages at Adventure Zone! 🍻

After 18 months of hard work behind the scenes, we are thrilled to finally bring this highly requested addition to the community. You can now pair a cold b**r, seltzer, or premium canned cocktail with our brand-new food menu and a round of duckpin bowling.

To keep our service lightning-fast and ensure guest safety remains our absolute highest priority, we are rolling out a strictly "cans-only" menu. This completely eliminates the risk of broken glass around the attractions, keeping the environment safe and family-friendly for everyone.

Grab your weekend crew and come celebrate this massive milestone with us!

(Must be 21+ with a valid ID to purchase and consume alcohol).

10/14/2026

🚂 Choo chooooo! It's the perfect weather for a train ride!

We were able to hop aboard 🎃 Little River Railroad's Pumpkin Train 🎃this weekend and what a wonderful experience it was! From the beautiful fall colors and the company of old and new friendly faces to the unforgettable experience of riding a historic steam engine, it was an afternoon full of memories.

But...did you know it takes a LOT of work to keep this piece of history rolling? For every day the train runs, there are about three days of maintenance behind the scenes. It takes a dedicated team of volunteers to keep the train running, care for the equipment, welcome passengers, and preserve this special part of railroad history.

Little River Railroad is looking for volunteers including car hosts, conductors, a cleaning crew, and maintenance help. If you're interested, send a message to Matt at [email protected] to get the volunteer process started.

Know someone who would love to either ride the rails or volunteer? Tag them below, and let's help keep this little piece of history alive for generations to come!

10/13/2026

Here's your weekly roundup of fun!
🎲Craft Night AND Trivia Night at Side Street B**r Bar
🍭Haunted Barn AND Trunk or Treat at Branch County Fair
🎃Fall Fest at Showcase Gardens and the Gathering Place
🚂 Pumpkin Train* at Little River Railroad
🧙‍♀️Wanda the Wacky Witch Magic Show AND Tunnel of Terror at Stickley Family Farms - Colon, MI

Just a reminder that the Pumpkin Train is currently sold out for October, but you can still go to the station to wave the passengers on their way - and get your tickets now for the November Hillsdale Flyer or the December Christmas Express!

10/13/2026

Adventure Zone is only a week away from their Trunk or Treat event, and they have over 20 local businesses confirmed that will be passing out goodies. Plus - every guest will receive a 20-minute arcade card!! 🎃 👻 🍬

Mark your calendars! 🎃 Join us for Trunk or Treat on October 20th from 5 PM to 7 PM. Every guest gets a 20-minute arcade card!

Interested vendors can email Tyler at [email protected] to secure a spot.

10/12/2026

We've had so many events lately, it's been hard to keep up, but here are some of our favorite shots from 🎨Art After Hours🎨 earlier this month in Downtown Coldwater!

And... now we can say, "SAVE THE DATE!" Next year's event is going to be Friday, October 1 from 5-8pm (tag your friends & spread the word)!

10/12/2026

🦋 We LOVE the new butterfly outside our window! 🦋

10/09/2026

🚜 FREE Antique Tractor Show coming to Swift Pumpkins this weekend!

While you're there, make sure you have your wallet on hand for fresh donuts, c***r, pumpkin' picking, the corn maze and kids' play yard adventures.

🚜 Antique Tractor Show at Swift Pumpkins & Produce! 🚜

Get ready for a classic fall day on the farm! Come admire impressive vintage machinery, step back in time with iconic iron, and enjoy autumn fun with the whole family.

📅 When: Saturday, October 10th | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

📍 Where: Swift Pumpkins & Produce

🎟️ Pricing & Admission:

• Tractor Show: FREE

• Corn Maze & Play Yard: $10 (Ages 4 & up)

What to Expect:

✨ Showcase of classic and restored antique tractors

🌽 Corn maze & kids' play yard adventures

🍩 Fresh Donuts and C***r

🎃 Pumpkin picking & fresh farm-fresh produce

🍁 Fall family fun & gorgeous autumn photo spots

Bring the kids, grab your favorite pumpkin, and spend the day celebrating farm history with us!

👉 Tag a friend who loves vintage tractors or a good corn maze!

10/09/2026

🐟🎨🐢A week ago we witnessed the unveiling of the first street mural in Coldwater, painted by local artist Loren Reif (L.E. Art LLC).

We love the vivid colors, the tie-in to our chain of lakes, and that Downtown Coldwater is supporting local artists while creating a welcome atmosphere for residents and tourists alike! Have you seen this beautiful new addition to Monroe Street yet?

10/08/2026

🍂 Whether you're a kid or a kid-at-heart, if you're looking for a fun fall adventure, head to Stickley Family Farms - Colon, MI!

Located on the edge of Branch County (a few more steps and you'll be in St. Joe!) this family farm features a wagon ride through Bone Town, a mini railroad, mining for gems, racing pedal go-karts, tackling the corn maze, choosing the perfect pumpkin, and grabbing some delicious carnival food along the way (The caramel apples ARE as good as they look - trust us!).

When the sun starts to go down, things get spooky! Experience the 💀Tunnel of Terror💀 if you dare!

Make a day of it or stay for the scares. It's worth the trip. Activity admission is only $15 (gem mining is an additional $8), but if you just want to walk around, purchase pumpkins or the carnival food, there's no admission fee.