Holiday Gift Barn Open House
Friday, November 29, 2024
5pm to 9pm
(No admission fee required)
A Magical Holiday Experience for the Whole Family
This holiday season, Charmingfare Farm is teaming up with Candia Farmers Market to bring you an unforgettable Gift Barn Open House! We’re kicking off the season with an evening full of festive fun, unique shopping, and plenty of holiday cheer. Whether you’re looking for the perfect gift, a fun family outing, or just want to enjoy the magic of the season, there’s something for everyone at the farm.
Highlights
- Explore the Gift Barn & Local Vendors
Our beautiful Gift Barn will be brimming with holiday treasures, perfect for finding that special gift. Thanks to our partnership with Candia Farmers Market, we’re bringing in local artisans, crafters, and food vendors to make your shopping experience even more exciting. From unique handcrafted items to delicious seasonal treats, you’ll find everything you need to celebrate the season. - Meet the Farm Animals
Bring the whole family to meet and interact with our friendly farm animals! From goats and sheep to chickens and ducks, our animals love visitors, and you’ll have the chance to feed and pet them during your visit. It’s a perfect opportunity for kids (and adults!) to connect with the animals and enjoy the sights and sounds of the farm. - Visit Santa & His Live Reindeer
Hop aboard our John Deere Tractor Train Ride and head to our lighted North Pole village, where Santa will be waiting with his live reindeer! Share your holiday wishes, snap a few photos, and enjoy the enchantment of our winter wonderland. It’s an experience your family will treasure for years to come! - Live Entertainment
Enjoy live music and captivating stories by Papa Joe, whose mesmerizing tales will enchant all ages.
- Cozy Up by the Campfire
Get into the holiday spirit by warming up next to a cozy campfire. Enjoy a hot drink – whether it’s rich hot cocoa, mulled cider, or something festive and relax with family and friends as the crisp winter air fills the farm. It’s the perfect way to unwind during your visit! - Delicious Food & Drinks
No holiday outing is complete without delicious food! We’ll have a selection of hot food and refreshments available, from hearty soups to sweet treats, ensuring you stay fueled and satisfied throughout your visit. - Fun for the Whole Family
With farm animals, Tractor Train Rides, Santa, shopping, and plenty of tasty treats, our Gift Barn Open House along with our partnership with Candia Farmers Market is the perfect way to celebrate the season with family and friends. Come make lasting memories, shop local, and experience the magic of the holidays at Charmingfare Farm.
We look forward to celebrating the season with you and your loved ones!
Suggested Steps
Don’t miss a thing –
Sweets and Treats
- La’Peony Desserts
- Swallow Ridge Cheese
- Boppy’s Bakery
- Ava’s Confectionery
- Ken’s Corn
- I Whisked It
The Patio
- Cathedral Ledge Distillery
- Oddball Brewing Company
- The Prodigal Brewing Company
Papa Joe Storytelling
- Stories at 6pm, 7pm & 8pm
- The rest of the time, Papa Joe roams the farm, playing his flute and sharing short stories to entertain
Art Barn
- Matt Forrest Esenwine, author of 12 children’s books
- La Mia Mano Jewelry
- Barkalicious Dog Treats
- Eagle Aerie Fiber Arts
- Willow Hill Pottery
Owl Barn
- The Woodmaker’s Daughter
- Feather Candle Company
- Farm 310
- Longview School
Gift Barn
- Outside to the left is the Candia Garden Club selling wreaths
- Outside to the right Charmingfare Farm is selling Christmas trees
- Inside you will find:
- Holy Moly Snacks
- Primitive Santa’s by Pat
- Food and Bloom Farm
- Homemade by Tom
On your way to the next stop be sure to stop and visit the animal barns where you will find chickens, pigs, sheep and llamas.
Fillin’, Chillin’, and Warmin’
- JP’s Eats has plenty of food for fillin’ you up
- Hot Dogs on a stick
- Award winning Chili
- Soups: Minestrone, Chicken Noodle, Beef Stew
- Snack mixes, Jumbo Rice Crispy Treats
- Hot Chocolate, Hot Spiced Cider, Coffee, Tea
- 603 Perfect Blend & Crystal’s Homemade offer lots of options to keep you chillin’
- And don’t forget to visit with the goats and cows in the Dairy Discovery Barn
- And warmin’ can be done down by the two campfires while you wait to board the John Deere Tractor Train Ride to the North Pole
North Pole
- Lights adorn Mr. & Mrs. Claus’ house
- Another campfire to keep you warm
- Hot Chocolate and snacks at Mrs. Claus’ snack shed
- Sled dog racer and author, Tom DiMaggio will be there with his dog sled, sharing stories from his 45 years in competitive dog sled racing and selling autographed copies of his book “A Winter’s Way of Life”
- Visit with Santa and his reindeer
- Then hop back on the train for a ride back to the farm
As you walk back to the front of the farm don’t forget to visit with the animals again and pick up any purchases you may have left with the vendors.
- Tattered Rabbit Farm will be just outside the gift shop
- Inside the gift shop you will find Charmingfare’s elves have been busy filling the shelves
- One last stop before you head home – Author, Robin Vergato will be signing copies of her books “Charlie Finds a Home” and “The Adventures of Miss Kitty”
Children’s Choir performing in the Dairy Discovery Barn at 6:30
Christmas Trees, Wreaths & more…
Mistletoe
Evergreen Bunches
Christmas Trees
