Fans of Taylor Swift now have a new way to celebrate their love for the pop star this fall: Swift-themed corn mazes. Farms in Maryland and Ohio are gaining attention after intricate designs inspired by the singer went viral online, sparking excitement among Swifties across the country.
Duke Wheeler, owner of Wheeler Farms in Whitehouse, Ohio, has been creating corn mazes for over two decades. This year, he turned to his family for guidance on a new theme, and Swift quickly became the top choice.
“She’s real special,” Wheeler told Fox News Digital.
The farm, which has been in business since 1990, typically focuses on Christmas trees but began designing corn mazes to fill the gap before the holiday season.
The farm’s corn is planted in spring, and the maze is designed when the corn reaches about 4 to 6 inches tall. An artist sketches the initial layout, and then GPS coordinates are used to carve out the paths. “We’ve cut the plants a couple of times in the last two months just so it’s not too high. You know, people like walking in cornstalks,” he added.
The maze spans about 16 acres and features elaborate details such as hands making a heart, her birth year, and the album title, “1989.”
Wheeler Farms’ maze will open to the public from September 21 to October 27, allowing visitors to explore the festive design, enjoy time with family and friends, and unplug from technology. “It’s just being with family and friends and no cell phones and just having fun,” Wheeler said.
Over on the East Coast, Carol Paul, owner of the Maryland Corn Maze in Gambrills, also embraced Swift for her maze theme. Initially hesitant, Paul warmed to the idea after realizing how wholesome Swift’s image is.
“I started following it, and I was like, ‘I think it’s true. There’s nothing bad out there about her,’” she shared with 10 WBNS.
A friend of Paul’s son first proposed the idea, and after discussions with her daughter-in-law, a devoted Swiftie, the decision was made to move forward.
Paul explained that her maze design process begins well in advance, with final designs in place by February and planting in June. The team uses traditional tools like spray paint and flags to outline the maze before using machinery to clear the paths. The Maryland Corn Maze, known for its creative designs in previous years, will also feature a special Swift-inspired concert on October 8 by singer Kanin Wren, along with “Lavender Haze” lemonade available at concessions, named after the song from Swift’s 10th studio album.
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