Looking for some farm-fresh holiday fun this season? 🎄✨ The Piedmont Triad is full of family-friendly farms that turn into winter wonderlands — complete with twinkling lights, hot cocoa, hayrides, and even baby goats in Christmas sweaters! From Santa visits and s’mores to cozy barn adventures and Christmas tree shopping, these festive Christmas-themed events on a farm bring the magic of the holidays to life for kids (and parents!) all across the Triad.

What to expect at a Christmas-themed farm event

The Piedmont Triad area farms love a theme, and they will not let Christmas pass without the chance to transform their spaces into festive wonderlands. Families can sip hot cocoa, roast s’mores, take hayrides through dazzling light displays, and even meet baby goats in Christmas sweaters or Highland cows decked out for the holidays. Whether you’re snapping photos with Santa, crafting ornaments, or simply soaking up the cozy country charm, these Christmas-themed farm experiences offer the perfect mix of nostalgia, fun, and holiday spirit for all ages. Here is some of what you can expect at events like this:

🍪🥛 YUMMY FOOD & BEVERAGES: Hot Chocolate, Apple Cider, and S’Mores
🎅🤶 SANTA & MRS CLAUS: A chance to visit with Santa and Mrs Claus and get photos
🎁 LETTER WRITING: Write a letter to Santa
🎄 CHRISTMAS CRAFTS: A Christmas craft station
🦌🎶 FARM EXPERIENCES: Hayrides, animals, light displays, etc.

The activities offered at each event will vary. You can use the links and short descriptions below to get an idea about what to expect!

🎄 Christmas Themed Events for 2025

Christmas-themed events near Burlington

Christmas at Smith Family Farm | Complimentary hot cocoa and apple cider while tree shopping + farm activities open, weather permitting. Christmas tree sales begin on November 22.
EVENT INCLUDES: The play area will be open, weather permitting, and complimentary hot cocoa and apple cider will be available for you to enjoy while shopping.

Christmas-themed events near Greensboro

Baby Goats in Christmas Sweaters | Hickory Creek Farm | November 22-23 and 29-30
EVENT INCLUDES: Bring the whole family out to cuddle with the cutest baby goats and sheep from Providence Farm and support a great cause. This is primarily a photo opportunity, and the duration is about 15 minutes.

Santa and S’mores | Summerfield Farm | Nov 29-Dec 8, 4-8 pm (multiple time slots)
EVENT INCLUDES: A visit with Santa inside The Barn at Summerfield Farms; Professional photography of your visit (by Amber Renee Photography); One digital image available for download within 4 days; S’mores Kit for 4 (additional kits available for purchase); Anna & Elsa Meet & Greet

Christmas Festival at McLaurin Farms | Dec 11-14, 18-23
EVENT INCLUDES: Walkthrough, Hayride, Write a letter to Santa, Play on the Playground

Santa at the Farm | Whitaker Farm | Dec 6
EVENT INCLUDES: Details not available

Christmas-themed events near High Point

Kersey Valley Christmas | Kersey Valley | Fri–Sun, Nov 28-Dec 21 plus Dec 22 and 23
EVENT INCLUDES: Unlimited Rides, Photo ops, Santa’s workshop, food and beverage options.

Christmas-themed events near Winston-Salem

Christmas at Koren Farms | Koren Farms | Winter Farm experiences begin November 28
EVENT INCLUDES: Sipping hot cocoa and roasting s’mores by the fire pit, a festive hayride, and saying hello to the holiday alpacas.

Christmas-themed events near Kernersville

Christmas at Smith Hollow Farm | Dates for 2025 coming soon
EVENT INCLUDES: Christmas activities, letters to Santa, hot chocolate, bonfire & s’mores, hayride, farm animals, visit with the Grinch, Christmas craft, and a North Pole corn maze.

Christmas-themed events in the surrounding areas

A Highland Cow Christmas Adventure with the Kringles | Millstone Creek Orchards | December 13, 14, 20, 21
EVENT INCLUDES: A meet and greet with Santa & Mrs. Claus, Christmas ornament creation station, cookie decorating, reindeer food creation station, letters to Santa decoration station, and more.

Winter Barn & Playground | Patterson Farm | Dates for 2025 coming soon
EVENT INCLUDES: Visit PawPaw Carl’s Playground and the Barnyard with cows, chickens, goats, pigs, ducks, and peacocks this Winter and enjoy some fun on the farm!

Christmas Wonderland at the Farm | The Farm in Dobson | November 28-30, Dec 5-7, 12-14, 19-23, 26-28
EVENT INCLUDES: A Christmas light hayride (time-slot based on arrival time) and access to all of The Farm’s other Christmas attractions, including a Christmas light walk-through maze, Santa letter writing, ornament decorating, playgrounds, barrel train rides around fun Christmas inflatables, farm animal viewing, bounce houses, warm up by the fire pit, and more!

FAQs about Christmas-themed events in the triad

What kinds of activities can I expect at a Christmas-themed farm event?
You can expect hot cocoa, s’mores, hayrides, farm animals, crafts, light displays, and visits with Santa.

Are the events suitable for all ages?
Yes — these events are designed for families and offer something fun for both kids and parents.

Do I need to reserve time slots or purchase tickets in advance?
Some events list specific dates and time slots (e.g., hayrides or photo sessions), so booking is recommended.

Will there always be farm animals to meet?
Many of the events mention animals like baby goats, sheep, or alpacas, though each farm’s offerings vary

What weather contingencies should I consider?
Some activities (like outdoor play areas or tree-shopping) are weather-permitting, so checking ahead is wise.

Are complimentary refreshments typically included?
Yes — many farms offer complimentary hot cocoa, apple cider or s’mores kits as part of the experience.

Where are these types of events located?
They’re in the Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina, including the areas around Greensboro and Winston-Salem.