LOXLEY, Ala. – Willow Farms Animal Rescue in Loxley will host a Fall Festival beginning at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 22 at the farm, 26149 County Road 49 in Loxley.

The event, which was started last year as Equine Fun Day held at the Baldwin County Fairgrounds in Robertsdale, will serve as a fundraiser for the care and upkeep of rescue animals.

The farm currently houses about 30 animals, including four recent rescues, said owner Janet Hein, but has housed as many as 44 in the past. The farm has been designated as a 501 c 3 non-profit for the past eight years.

“We just want this to be a fun event with all sorts of activities and games for children,” Hein said. “They’ll have a chance to explore the farm and see the horses that we care for here.”

Steve Foley’s Pony Express will provide a variety of activities, including a petting zoo and train rides. There will also be pony rides and a variety of games for children.

A variety of food and crafts vendors will also be participating in the event, Hein said. Anyone is welcome to come and set up at a cost of $40 per booth.

Admission to the event is free and everyone is welcome to donate to Willow Farms. Proceeds from the event will go toward getting caught up with horse feed charges.

Anyone wishing to participate in the event can contact Hein at 251-964-6031. More information about Willow Farms is available at willowfarms.org.