Wisconsin farms and agricultural destinations shine extra bright during the holiday season. From sparkling greenhouses to live nativities, breakfast with Santa to enchanting sleigh rides, these farm-based experiences invite families to slow down, savor the moment, and celebrate the joy, tradition, and meaning of Christmas. Here’s your guide to some of the most festive, heartwarming holiday events happening across the state.
Lumen Christi Farm – Reedsville, WI
Experience the beauty and reverence of the season at Lumen Christi Farm during their Live Nativity on December 19 and 20 at 6:30 PM. This Advent pilgrimage brings the Christmas story to life with real animals, live actors, beautiful music, and peaceful moments of adoration. Surrounded by rolling hills and quiet countryside, the farm offers a serene escape from the busy world and an opportunity to reflect, renew, and reconnect with nature. Tickets must be purchased in advance.
Busy Barns Farm Adventures – Fort Atkinson, WI
Celebrate the magic of Christmas at Busy Barns Farm Adventures during their festive Christmas on the Farm weekends, December 6, 7, 13 & 14 from 9am–1pm. Explore more than 20 beautifully decorated trees, take joyful family photos, visit with Santa and barnyard animals, and enjoy story time with Mrs. Claus. Roast marshmallows, sip hot cocoa, and visit Santa’s stables to meet and feed the animals—an unforgettable holiday outing for families of all ages.
Bittersweet Farms – Bruce, WI
Bittersweet Farms offers the region’s premier wagon and sleigh ride experience, perfect for embracing the season’s rustic charm. Whether you choose a cozy wagon ride through scenic trails or a sparkling sleigh ride through fresh snow, each journey invites visitors to slow down, breathe in the crisp winter air, and enjoy time together. With warm hospitality and attention to detail, Bittersweet Farms delivers magical, memory-making moments for everyone.
Apple Holler – Sturtevant, WI
Apple Holler’s Holly Jolly Jubilee—held December 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 & 21 from 10am–3pm—brings a burst of Christmas cheer to every corner of the orchard. Sing with the elves, mail a letter to Santa, decorate gingerbread cookies, and explore the NEW Gingerbread Village. Ride the Candy Cane Express Train through a winter wonderland, visit Mrs. Klaus’ cocoa and donut shop, strike a pose at the Rockin’ Reindeer photo op, and snuggle by the campfire with s’mores before visiting the famous Golden Goat Bridge.
Ebert’s Greenhouse Village – Ixonia, WI
Beginning November 22, Ebert’s Greenhouse Village transforms into a Christmas wonderland filled with twinkling lights, fragrant evergreens, and festive displays. Visitors can participate in popular holiday workshops—from winter container design to wreath-making—while little ones enjoy crafts and special visits from Santa and Mrs. Claus. With unique gifts, lush houseplants, fresh-cut evergreens, and charming décor, Ebert’s is the perfect place to immerse yourself in the cozy magic of the season.
Warm Belly Farm – Cottage Grove, WI
Holiday in The Hoops brings an enchanting Christmas walk-through experience to Warm Belly Farm Fridays–Sundays from November 28 through December 21, 5–9pm. Wander through glowing growing hoops filled with lights, whimsical décor, and immersive displays. Seasonal treats and joyful surprises make each step feel like stepping into a Christmas storybook—an ideal outing for families, date nights, or anyone who loves holiday charm.
Food + Farm Exploration Center – Plover, WI
Enjoy a festive morning at the Food + Farm Exploration Center during their Breakfast With Santa Experience, held 8am–12pm. Families are treated to a farm-to-table breakfast, creative holiday crafts, and cheerful photo opportunities with Santa and Sunny Sweet Corn. With discounted admission to explore 60+ hands-on exhibits afterward, this event combines delicious holiday flavors with interactive learning and plenty of seasonal joy.
Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center – Manitowoc, WI
Breakfast at the North Pole on December 6 from 8:30am–12pm turns Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center into a magical holiday haven. Meet live reindeer, visit the adorable “Santa Calf,” enjoy crafts and conversations with Mr. and Mrs. Claus, and savor a farm-fresh breakfast with interactive stations featuring local meats, pastries, dairy favorites, and a dreamy Hot Chocolate Bar. With timed breakfast seating and full admission included, it’s the perfect festive family tradition
To discover even more one-of-a-kind agricultural tourism experiences, visit WIAGTourism.com. Your next unforgettable Wisconsin farm experience is just a click away.