Where do we check in?

Open House at the Farm: Upon arrival, head to the Prairie Patch Goods shop to check in your group.

How long does the event last?

The open-house format typically runs about two hours, allowing families to move between the pastures and craft tables.

Are there age restrictions?

No minimum age is listed; the event is family-friendly and suited to children who can follow simple safety guidance around animals.

Can I book the Flower Bar or nesting-ball add-on in advance?

Yes, the booking/referral link includes options for the Flower Bar and the bird-nesting-ball add-on—reserve spots to guarantee availability.

Is there parking available?

Yes, parking is on-site near the Prairie Patch Goods shop, but plan for short walks over farm terrain and uneven ground.

Pets are not listed as part of the event; contact the host through the booking link if you need specific accommodations.

Mamas & Llamas: Mother's Day Llama Visit in Cedar Rapids, IA | Farm | Photography Tour

Mamas & Llamas-Mother's Day Family Event is a hands-on, family-friendly celebration in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Located at 2989 120th ST NE Cedar Rapids, IA 52404, the event centers on a meet-and-greet with the farm's llamas, photo opportunities, and optional craft stations where visitors can build bird nesting balls from llama fiber or assemble flower bouquets.

Arrive at the Prairie Patch Goods shop to check in; the open-house format lets families drift between pastures and activity tables over roughly two hours. The llamas are calm, curious animals whose soft fiber has practical uses here—staff shear and recycle that wool into nesting materials and craft fiber, giving you a literal memento of the visit if you choose the bird-nesting-ball add-on. For kids, the approachable animals and low-key pace make this more of a gentle farm immersion than a formal educational program, so expect candid smiles, messy hands at the Flower Bar, and plenty of photo ops.

What makes this event stand out is its blend of tactile crafts and animal connection. Unlike a quick petting-zoo stop, the Prairie Patch experience invites guests to learn how small-farm fiber is reused to help local songbirds and to take home something they made. That hands-on conservation angle—turning llama fiber into nesting material—links an afternoon of family fun to local habitat support. The pastoral setting also highlights Iowa’s working-farm landscape: wide sky, fenced pastures, and a small retail hub where local goods are sold.

Practical details are straightforward: check in at Prairie Patch Goods on arrival; bring closed-toe shoes for walking near animals and a jacket for spring breezes. The venue welcomes just moms or full families, and staff handle animal interactions safely while you focus on photos and crafts. Pets are not listed as part of the event; if you need specific accommodations, contact the host through the booking link.

Plan to arrive early for the best light for photos and to give kids time at the Flower Bar add-on. If you stay after the event, explore the immediate farm lanes and small product displays in the shop. Whether you’re celebrating a visiting mom or carving out a slow, outdoor hour with kids, this event combines approachable animal encounters with craft-based takeaways—an uncommon, photogenic way to mark Mother’s Day in the Cedar Rapids countryside.

Bring a camera and quick-dry towel for damp grass; children want to linger at the fence line and staff appreciate respectful distance until animals approach. Parking is on-site near the shop; assume farm terrain and uneven ground. The booking link includes the Flower Bar and nesting-ball add-ons so you can reserve spots for craft tables. This is low-impact, low-stress outdoor time that suits parents, grandparents, and multi-generation groups.