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Get Lost…
In Our Maze

12 acres of fun — by day or by night!

Come check out our A-MAZING corn maze! Rader Family Farms is proud to partner with Beck’s Hybrids and Precision Planting in 2026 to design and grow another challenging, interactive and fun corn maze.

Beck’s Hybrids is the largest family-owned retail seed company in the United States. More importantly, Beck’s is committed to honor God by maintaining their relationships with integrity and honesty in all they do.

We plant Beck’s Hybrids seed corn in early June using GPS technology of our partner, Precision Planting, that allows seeds to be planted within half an inch of the exact spot where we want them. The planter crosses the field a second time so the maze is more dense than a typical corn field. After planting, we add two bridges that allow you to climb and adjust your internal GPS or just enjoy a spectacular view of the maze and grounds.

2026 Maze

The story in the field

As guests enter the maze, they step into a moment in time–somewhere between past and present–where the iconic Illinois Route 66 road sign rises as a symbol of direction, freedom and possibility. It marks not just a highway, but a mindset: go west, go forward, go see what’s out there.

Winding through the paths, a classic 1959 Chevrolet Corvette emerges in the design–sleek, hopeful and unmistakably American. It represents the golden age of road trips, when families piled into cars, maps folded in glove compartments, chasing adventure mile by mile.

But look a little closer at the driver.

It’s Abraham Lincoln, Illinois’ most recognizable figure, guiding the journey forward. His presence symbolizes leadership, unity and the enduring idea that progress is built on strong foundations. In this maze, he reminds us that even as we move forward, we are always being guided by where we’ve been.

Flowing behind the Corvette is a USA flag, capturing the spirit of freedom that Route 66 came to represent. For decades, this road wasn’t just about getting from one place to another, it was about opportunity, exploration and the promise of something better ahead.

Route 66 didn’t just connect cities, it connected farms.

Long before interstates bypassed rural communities, Route 66 ran straight through them. It brought travelers into small towns like Bloomington and Normal, where family farms, diners and roadside stands became essential stops along the way. Farmers sold sweet corn, fresh pies and cold drinks to passing travelers. In return, those travelers brought stories, commerce and life to the countryside. While cars sped by on the highway, agriculture ensured that both locals and travelers were fed, fueled and cared for.

Walking the meaning

As guests make their way through the maze, they are doing more than simply finding their path. They are walking through a tribute to the spirit of the American road trip, the resilience of small towns, and the lasting connection between travel and agriculture. Each turn through the corn reflects how journeys are shaped not only by the roads we travel, but by the people, traditions and communities encountered along the way. Set within a working farm field, the maze is a reminder that even the simplest places can hold an important role in telling America’s story and preserving the memories, values and adventures that continue to connect generations.

A living tribute

This isn’t just a maze you finish, it’s one you experience, one path at a time.

Route 66 may have been built to lead travelers toward new destinations, but it is places like Rader Family Farms, filled with tradition, hospitality and unforgettable adventures, that make the journey worth taking.

Follow your location in the maze on your phone

Scan the QR code outside the maze to access a map of the maze. Share your location and the map will show a blue dot that follows where you are as you move through the maze.

Though it’s a large maze, it’s in two phases, and you can do one or both phases using the provided maze map. It typically takes people about 20 minutes to complete Phase 1 and about 40 minutes to complete Phase 2, but take time to enjoy the fall experience! There are multiple checkpoints within each phase.

3 (non-scary) night mazes — Sept. 19, Oct. 3 and Oct. 24

What you need to know about our night mazes:
Hours are 6:30 to 9 p.m., with the last entrance to the maze at 8 p.m.
Admission is $10 for ages 4 years and up. Season passes are valid for this special event.
Night maze admission may be sold at the farm starting at 6:20 p.m. Groups are welcome.
Anyone 14 years and younger must be accompanied by a paid adult (age 18 years+) in the corn maze and while on the farm.
Areas open: Outdoor access to Harvest Brew Coffee Shop and Sidekick food menus
Bonfires and S’mores (weather permitting). Paintball and Apple Blasters. Other farm activities will be closed.
Bring a flashlight!
No backpacks, large purses or other containers are allowed in the maze.
No smoking (including e-cigarettes and vaping) is permitted on the farm.

2026 Chick-fil-A Sponsored Night Mazes — Saturday, Sept. 19, and Saturday, Oct. !3

One Complimentary Chicken Sandwich Card is included with every paid entrance to these two night mazes! Redeem your FREE Chick-fil-A chicken sandwich card at the Normal, Il Chick-fil-A restaurant!

Special Chick-fil-A prizes for hitting the Chick-fil-A target in the Apple Blasters field!

A special thank you to Justin and Jill Whitefoot, owners and operators of the Normal Chick-fil-A restaurant, for their partnership on the Chick-fil-A Night Mazes!

2026 Last Lazy Daze Night Maze — Saturday, Oct. 24

- Bonfires! S’mores!

- Team building! Bonding! Lots of space to enjoy your evening!

Our past mazes

Check out how our maze has changed over the years. We strive to keep our tillable ground healthy and producing at peak yields and that requires crop rotation. That can be challenging when the maze acres are surrounded by the other parts of the farm.

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