As Christmas approaches, the farm girl and family are fully embracing the festive spirit. There are so many seasonal activities to enjoy, such as visiting huge Christmas trees, enjoying light displays, exploring Christmas markets, and, of course, ice skating. Let's explore places where you can experience the holiday spirit on a farm! Unique Christmas experiences await at these farms, all of them are a wonderful way to celebrate the season with your family.

Demarest Farm

Adress: 244 Werimus Rd, Hillsdale, NJ 07642
Admission: $35 per car
201-666-0472

The Orchard of Lights at Demarest Farms in Hillsdale, NJ, offers a magical holiday experience. Visitors can take a guided tour through 32 acres of dazzling light displays in their car. The experience includes warming up by the fire pit, enjoying hot cocoa and treats, taking pictures with Santa, making s'mores, and listening to Santa's singing reindeer. Reservations are necessary, and the tour takes about 20-25 minutes. The event runs from November 22 to December 29, 2023. Tickets and further information are available on their website. I reviewed Demarest Farm earlier this year.

Allaire Community Farm

Adress: 1923 Baileys Corner Rd, Wall Township, NJ 07719
Admission: $6 Children 18 & under, $10 Adults (Children under 1 are free)
Add ons: Polar Express Train- $3, Feed Bags - $3, Yuletide Wagon ride - $3, Pictures with Santa - By donation
732-796-3298

Allaire Community Farm in Wall Township, New Jersey, hosts "Old Fashioned Christmas on the Farm & Walk through Light Show." The event features a walk-through light show, a visit to a historic barn converted into a farmers market, and various Christmas-themed activities. Guests can enjoy indoor and outdoor petting zoos, pictures with Santa, holiday movies, and a model train house. Additional activities include Yuletide Wagon rides and the Polar Express. The event supports the farm's mission as a non-profit organization. It runs Thursday to Sunday, 4-8 pm, from November 24th to December 23rd, with Santa available 5-7 pm each night.

Indian Acres Tree Farm

Adress: 111 Tuckerton Rd, Medford, NJ 08055
Admission: $16 Adults Ages 12+, $12 Children Ages 2-12 (1 & Under are Free)
609-953-0087

Indian Acres Tree Farm in New Jersey presents the "Winter Wonderland Illuminated Walking Trail," an enchanting nighttime stroll through a forest and live Christmas tree fields, adorned with thousands of lights. The trail features snowmen, trees made from upcycled materials, a fairy garden, and a gnome village. Visitors can walk through a tunnel of lights and enjoy bonfires with hot chocolate and s’mores. The trail is wheelchair and stroller accessible, weather permitting. Open on select dates in November and December, the event offers a unique holiday experience, complete with a gift shop and Santa photo ops. See my review from earlier in the season.