Eckert’s Millstadt Farm
Heroes Among Us at Eckert's Millstadt, IL Farm
This year, Eckert’s Corn Maze honors the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, paying tribute to the lives lost, the heroes who answered the call and the strength and resilience of our nation. The 2026 Corn Maze opens September 5 and is available throughout the fall season at our Millstadt Farm.
Join us September 19 and 20 for Heroes Among Us Weekend, a special event dedicated to remembering those we lost and honoring the courageous men and women who continue to serve and protect our communities.
Throughout the weekend, active and retired firefighters, police officers, EMS personnel, dispatchers, military members and veterans will receive complimentary admission with a valid ID as our way of saying thank you for their service and sacrifice.
On Saturday, September 19, families can also enjoy a special Touch-A-Truck event from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Guests will have the opportunity to see emergency vehicles up close and meet some of the first responders who serve our communities. The event is expected to include police vehicles, fire trucks, ambulances and other specialty emergency vehicles. Participating vehicles are subject to availability.
Guests are also invited to visit our Hometown Heroes Wall, featuring local veterans and first responders nominated by family and friends. Each photo will recognize an everyday hero who has made a difference in our community.
Honor a hero in your life by submitting their photo, name, and branch of service or department to tickets@eckerts.com. Their photo will be displayed on our Hometown Heroes Wall throughout the weekend as a tribute to their service.
In addition, $1 from every paid admission throughout the weekend will be donated to BackStoppers, which provides financial assistance and support to the families of fallen police officers, firefighters, and publicly funded paramedics and EMTs.
Spend the day enjoying fall at our Millstadt Farm while taking time to remember the past, honor those who serve and celebrate the heroes who continue to inspire us every day.