Have you tried a corn maze yet this fall? The Upstate has lots of family-friendly options, but our contributor Lacey took her crew up to Asheville to explore the Eliada Corn Maze—and they had an absolute blast! Here’s everything you need to know for 2025.
Eliada Corn Maze 2025: What to Expect
Dates: Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from September 26th through November 1st, 2025
Hours:
- Fridays: 3 pm – 7 pm
- Saturdays: 10 am – 7 pm
- Sundays: 10 am – 6 pm
Admission: $15 for ages 4 and up (kids 3 and under are free)
Tickets: Available online only; purchase in advance to secure your spot
Pro tip: the corn maze may close in rainy weather, so double-check before heading out. We recommend checking the Eliada Corn Maze website for the most up-to-date information regarding ticket availability and available time slots.
What Is Eliada?
Eliada is a nonprofit organization in Asheville serving children and youth through foster care, education, residential programs, and more. The corn maze is one of their biggest fundraisers, and every ticket supports their mission. So while your family is out having fun, you’re also helping other families in meaningful ways.
Getting There
Address: 49 Compton Drive, Asheville, NC
The location is just minutes from downtown Asheville, but GPS can be a little tricky. Follow signs and directions from the Eliada website rather than relying on your app. You’ll likely park in a grassy field—just follow the crowd and head toward the main building to check in.
What’s Included in Admission
Your ticket gives you access to all of Eliada’s activities:
- Multiple corn mazes (long, short, and story trails!)
- Hayrides around the property
- Giant tube slides down the hill
- Corn cob cannons
- Cow train for little ones
- Jumping pillow (yes, even parents can try it!)
- Spider web climbing area
- Small hay bale maze
- Giant checkers game
Plus, you’ll find a picnic area with clean tables and a nearby concession stand serving up affordable snacks like hot dogs and drinks. You’re also welcome to bring your own food!
Our Family’s Experience at Eliada Corn Maze
We started with the corn cannons, and let me tell you—there’s nothing like hearing that satisfying thunk as a corn cob launches into the field! After that, the kids convinced me to slide down the big black tubes toward the maze. (Yes, I did it—and yes, they cheered.)
Before we even made it to the maze, the kids were bouncing on the jumping pillow, climbing through the web, and hopping on the cow train. The whole place has a relaxed, welcoming vibe where kids can roam, explore, and play.
When we finally entered the maze, we chose one of the storybook trails—Jack and the Beanstalk. Along the path, signs told the tale as we walked, which was a sweet way to ease into the day. Then we attempted the long maze, which turned into a laugh-filled loop of getting lost, retracing steps, and high-fiving every time we made progress.
Even when we admitted defeat (we never did finish that long maze), we had a wonderful time. The kids helped each other, made up silly games, and shared snacks afterward at the picnic tables.
Plan your own trip to the Eliada Corn Maze
There’s so much to love about the Eliada Corn Maze. The setting is beautiful, the activities are fun for all ages, and the mission behind the event makes it even more meaningful. We spent several hours enjoying everything on-site and would go back in a heartbeat.
Plan Your Trip
Eliada Corn Maze & Fall Festival
📍 49 Compton Drive, Asheville, NC
🎟️ $15 for ages 4+, kids 3 and under free
Tickets should be bought in advance online.
Eliada Corn Maze Website
I’m so glad we went – and I love that the cause is such a worthy one. I hope you decide to take your kids to Eliada Corn Maze too.
Looking for more?
Check out our 2025 List of Corn Mazes Near Greenville!
And if corn mazes aren’t your thing. You are sure to find something you’d love to do in Our 2025 Fall Guide.