The smell of apple pie returns to Fort Riley on Sept. 26 during the annual Fall Apple Day Festival from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The festival is free and open to the public.

Attractions at this year’s festival include Commanding General’s Mounted Color Guard demonstrations, helicopter and tank displays, military working dog demonstrations, a petting zoo, museum gift shop, an ATV rodeo and apple pies.

Entertainment will include live music by the Spouse Choir and 1st Infantry Division. There will be demonstrations by the members of the American Taekwondo Association, and performances by the School of Knowledge, Inspiration and Exploration. A number of food and information booths will also be available.

There will be historical reenactors from the Territorial Capital, Civil War, World War I, World War II, and vietnam time-periods. Antique military vehicles will be on display, as well as rope and candle making demonstrations.

Dueto increased security measures, visitors who do not have a Department of Defense ID card should apply early for a visitor’s pass by visiting https://www.riley.army.mil/Units/GarrisonCommand/EmergencyServices/AccessInformation/aspx.

Parking during Apple Days will be free, and golf carts will be available to transport people with walking difficulties from the parking area to the festival grounds. No pets or alcohol are allowed at the festival.