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At Fort Cross Old Timey Adventures’ Autumn Jubilee, kids trade crafts for cash in a supportive festival setting. This entrepreneurial fair nurtures responsibility and social skills amidst the rugged charm of Santa Ysabel.
At Fort Cross Old Timey Adventures’ Autumn Jubilee, kids trade crafts for cash in a supportive festival setting. This entrepreneurial fair nurtures responsibility and social skills amidst the rugged charm of Santa Ysabel.
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Located in the rustic charm of Santa Ysabel, California, Fort Cross Old Timey Adventures offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity for young creators through its Kids Entrepreneur Fair at the 2025 Autumn Jubilee. This event transforms the sprawling outdoor festival grounds into a lively marketplace where aspiring kid entrepreneurs between the ages of 6 and 17 can showcase and sell their handmade goods. With booth spaces set up just inside the festival’s front entrance, children step into a real-world experience that cultivates responsibility, communication, and social skills in a friendly, supportive atmosphere.
Set against a backdrop of the Cuyamaca Mountains and surrounded by native California oak woodlands, the Autumn Jubilee is not only a celebration of old-time crafts and music but also a practical arena where kids gain hands-on business savvy. Each booth provides a 10x10 space where young vendors operate from 10 am until at least 2 pm, with the flexibility to stay open until the festival’s close at 5 pm. This event stands out as a distinctive feature of Fort Cross's offering, merging community spirit with educational engagement amid the area's natural beauty.
Fort Cross Old Timey Adventures brings history to life, situated at 4425 CA-78, Santa Ysabel, an area known for its rolling hills and preserved wildlife habitat, including birds of prey and mule deer. The Autumn Jubilee connects families to an active outdoor lifestyle with an enriching twist—building confidence and entrepreneurial skills in a landscape rich with local culture and outdoor heritage. For families seeking an engaging, family-oriented adventure that stretches beyond hiking or camping, this fair offers a rare, meaningful experience that echoes through the local outdoor recreation space as both memorable and empowering.
Yes, multiple children can share one booth but only one child and one adult receive included festival wristbands.
Registration includes a 10x10 booth space and two festival package tickets: one for the child vendor and one adult chaperone.
No; participants must bring their own tables, chairs, and shade structures.
Children aged 6 to 17 are eligible to register and sell at the fair.
Absolutely. Vendors are encouraged to keep booths open until the festival closes at 5 pm if they wish.
Yes, all participating children must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times.
Fort Cross Old Timey Adventures is a family-run heritage farm and outdoor activities venue located in Santa Ysabel, California. The property offers seasonal and year-round experiences that bring visitors into hands-on historic and agricultural activities. Guests can choose guided adventures such as the Farm Tour Adventure with archery, tomahawk throwing, an interactive reptile show, and animal visits; General Admission & U-Pick Berries for relaxed berry picking and picnics on pesticide-free fields; or themed events like the Haunted Harvest featuring a haunted hayride, live jugband hoedown, and storytelling. The site hosts educational field trips including Autumn Jubilee Field Trip Day and Holidays on the Homestead, where students participate in cider pressing, candle dipping, and living history demonstrations. Johnny Appleseed's Discovering America combines a scenic hayride with planting activities and frontier stories. The Kids Entrepreneur Fair at the Autumn Jubilee offers young makers booth space to sell handmade goods and learn business skills. Fort Cross emphasizes sustainable, organic farming practices; its produce is grown without pesticides and the farm encourages outdoor learning and family engagement. Trained staff and experienced guides run hands-on demonstrations and safety-conscious activities. Facilities accommodate families, school groups, and community events with clear seasonal schedules and ticketed experiences. The venue is positioned in the mountains near Santa Ysabel, offering natural scenery and accessible outdoor recreation. Visitors can expect immersive, historically inspired programming that blends education, entertainment, and fresh-air adventure. Booking information, seasonal dates, and group rates are published on the official site and updated regularly for visitor planning purposes.
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