A family-friendly Halloween event with something for everyone!
Celebrate Halloween with rescued animals and festive outdoor fun at Charlie’s Acres in Sonoma, California. Enjoy scavenger hunts, pumpkin smashing, and games in a unique sanctuary setting perfect for families.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all ages and fitness levels, mostly walking on flat terrain
Wildlife
History
Charlie’s Acres has operated as a farm animal sanctuary since 2013, focusing on rescue, rehabilitation, and community education.
Conservation
The sanctuary prioritizes sustainable farming practices and educates visitors on animal welfare and environmental stewardship.
Charlie's Acres Farm Animal Sanctuary
A family-friendly Halloween event with something for everyone!
Charlie's Acres Farm Animal Sanctuary is a nonprofit farm animal sanctuary dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and lifelong care of farm animals. Located on a working sanctuary property, Charlie's Acres offers educational and therapeutic experiences that connect visitors with rescued animals and share their stories. The sanctuary operates guided tours, bilingual programming, meditation sessions, and seasonal events that center animal welfare and community engagement.
Visitors can choose from a variety of experiences, including guided community tours that allow guests to walk among residents and learn about their backgrounds and ongoing needs. A Spanish-language tour provides the same 1.5-hour guided experience for Spanish-speaking guests. Sheep Meditation sessions offer a calm, restorative setting where participants spend time with rescued sheep under instructor guidance. Seasonal family-friendly events - such as a Halloween celebration with costumes, scavenger hunts, and interactive activities - raise awareness and support for the sanctuary’s mission.
Charlie's Acres emphasizes transparency, safety, and humane care. Staff and trained volunteers supervise all public interactions to protect animals and visitors. The sanctuary is presented as a nonprofit organization focused on animal welfare, education, and community support. Booking details, accessibility, and exact schedules are provided by the sanctuary for each offering. Visitors seeking to support or learn from rescued farm animals will find Charlie's Acres delivers meaningful experiences that benefit both people and animals.
Donations, volunteer opportunities, and gift-shop purchases directly fund medical care, shelter improvements, and nutrition, enabling Charlie's Acres to expand rescue capacity and educational outreach across the local community.
Tours Offered
4
Four distinct public experiences available
Organization
Nonprofit Sanctuary
Rescue, rehabilitation, lifelong care
Featured Tour Length
1.5 hours
1.5-hour Spanish guided community tour
Family Events
Halloween Event
Seasonal, family-friendly activities
Book a guided tour, join a Sheep Meditation session, or attend a family-friendly event to support rescued farm animals and learn their stories.
Wear a costume for full event access
Dressing up enhances participation in themed activities like the scavenger hunt and helps create a festive atmosphere.
Bring layered clothing
Northern California fall weather can shift throughout the day—start warm and shed layers as needed.
Arrive early to meet the animals
Visiting when gates open increases your chance for hands-on time with rescued animals before crowds arrive.
Use sturdy shoes for walking the farm
The outdoor terrain includes uneven ground and farm paths, so come prepared for comfortable walking.
Comfortable walking shoes
Provides support and safety across gravel and dirt paths.
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Weather-appropriate layered clothing
Helps you stay comfortable amid changing temperatures.
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Reusable water bottle
Keeps you hydrated during outdoor activities.
Small backpack or tote bag
Useful for carrying treats, pumpkin smashing gear, or souvenirs.