Family-Friendly Farm Events & Holiday Workshops in Chapel Hill
Seasonal festivals, hands-on workshops, and animal encounters at 1870 Farm Events in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
Featured Events & Workshops
Seasonal experiences from Halloween celebrations to Chanukah candle-making and holiday breakfasts.
About 1870 Farm Events
1870 Farm Events is a Chapel Hill, North Carolina farm that hosts seasonal celebrations, family-friendly workshops, and interactive animal experiences. The farm stages themed festivals such as Halloween at The Farm and Holiday at The Farm with costumed animals, trick‑or‑treat scavenger hunts, pumpkin decorating, visits from Santa, and a grotto for family photos.
During winter events guests can enjoy campfires, S'mores with Santa, tractor ride possibilities, hot apple cider, and gemstone mining add‑ons. The farm offers hands-on workshops including a 90-minute Wreath Workshop where participants gather berries and evergreens on a guided stroll and create a wreath with provided tools and supplies, and a Candle Workshop for dipped Chanukah candles that invites participants to work with hot wax in a cozy apothecary setting. 1870 Farm Events also presents Festival of Lights programming with menorah lighting, latkes for the animals, and community illumination of the animal village.
Breakfast with Santa features a seated breakfast by Violet Lane Catering alongside personal visits with Santa and interactions with reindeer ponies and farm animals. Many events emphasize family activities, seasonal traditions, and direct animal interactions to create memorable outings. All experiences are organized as single‑site events at the farm in Chapel Hill and include planned activities and supplies as described. 1870 Farm Events focuses on seasonal programming, craft workshops, and animal-centered festivals that appeal to families seeking festive, hands-on farm adventures.
Visitors find photo opportunities, educational moments, and accessible activities throughout the year. Reservations are recommended for popular holiday and workshop dates. Check availability.
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Book wreath workshops, holiday festivals, and family farm experiences in Chapel Hill — limited availability for seasonal dates.