Are you searching for affordable birthday party ideas for kids? How about hosting a birthday celebration on a farm? Children thoroughly enjoy connecting with nature and interacting with animals. A lot of farms have a higher limit on the number of guests who can attend, which helps you save money. The maximum number of guests at most birthday venues is typically 10-15 kids. Farm birthday parties can be more economical and a load of fun.
FOX FARM
Fox Farm, located at 133 Virginia Pine Ln in Lexington, originated as a Christmas Tree Farm over 40 years ago. Introducing school field trips 30 years ago and commencing birthday parties around 20 years ago, they have transitioned from growing Christmas Trees and hosting field trips to focusing on providing exciting children's birthday parties and family visits, which take place most Saturdays throughout the year.
A standard party at Fox Farm includes 35 minutes of horse rides, a hayride where the birthday child has the opportunity to assist in driving the tractor during the latter half, interaction with barnyard animals, some of which can be petted and/or fed, and access to the covered picnic area. The cost for a basic party is $250, accommodating a maximum of 25 kids per event.
Various additional options are available to enhance the basic party experience, including:
Weenie Roast: Roast hotdogs over an open fire at $3 per hotdog. This includes buns, ketchup, mustard, Kool-Aid, basic white plates, cups, napkins, and skewers for roasting. Fox Farm manages the fire starting process.
S’mores: Enjoy roasting marshmallows over an open fire and creating S’mores. This option costs $20 for 10 complete S’mores.
Bring Your Own Food Option: If you prefer to bring your own food, you can rent skewers and a fire pit or a gas grill for $10. Fox Farm provides the gas for the grill and the necessary supplies for the fire.
Table Cloth Rental: For those who don't want to hassle with tablecloths or may have forgotten them, you can rent tablecloths for all 5 tables for $10.
Unicorn Experience: Have one of the horses dressed up as a unicorn for an additional $15.
Paint Flower Pots: Fox Farm provides the flower pot, brushes, and paint for $3.50 per flower pot.
BB Gun Shooting: Under staff supervision, the entire party can enjoy BB gun shooting for an extra $15.
Outdoor Heater Rental: If your party takes place in cold weather, you can rent an outdoor heater for $20.
Visit http://www.foxfarmsc.net/biography/ for more information. To book a party call 803-351-2462 or email foxfarmsc@yahoo.com
Photo credit: Fox Farm
THE FARM 1780
The Farm 1780, 1127 Corley Mill Rd, Lexington offers birthday parties for kids, each lasting 2 hours. Parents or Guardians are welcome to arrive 30 minutes ahead of the scheduled event to decorate. Parties are priced at $295 and are available during the following time slots: 10 am-12 pm, 1 pm-3 pm, and 4 pm-6 pm.
Included Features:
Chairs & Tables wrapped in kraft paper. Alternatively, you may bring your own tablecloths.
Use of a covered pavilion equipped with heaters and fans as needed.
A dedicated party hostess responsible for setup, cleanup, and leading activities. You handle the decoration.
Beverage dispensers filled with water and a choice of sweet tea or lemonade. Cups are included.
Up to 40 total people, including children, can attend.
The children's play area features climbing tires, tire swings, rock garden, etc.
The chosen activity during the party is designed for up to 10 children, and additional participants can be added for a per-child price. Prices are as of publication, and can change.
Chicken Interaction: Additional Children $3 each. Children are provided with the opportunity to interact with chickens, including bantam breeds, feed treats, and learn more about free-range lifestyles and heritage breeds. The birthday child gets to collect eggs from nests. Chickens hatch twice a year in fall and spring. The exact timing is uncertain, so it's a bonus if baby chicks are part of the interaction, but not guaranteed.
Collect Your Own Dozen is an add-on to the Chicken Interaction for $7. All children will collect eggs from various coops around the farm and pack their own rainbow dozen. Each child takes home their dozen
Fishing: Additional Children $3 each. Children are provided with cane poles and live bait, including worms and crickets, to fish in the pond. The party hostess will assist all children in hooking the bait, casting, and bringing in their fish. All fishing is catch and release.
Plant Your Own: Additional Children $5 each. Children are given the option to plant their own crops or start their own herb garden. They will decorate their containers and then plant and water their "garden." Each child leaves with their new plant(s) and instructions on how to care for them. Vegetable plants are determined by the season.
Farm Games & Pinata: Additional Children are $10 each. Children are entertained with games that match their age group. Examples include bean bag toss, carry the egg, tractor pull, sack races, scavenger hunts, Farmer May I, wheelbarrow races, and more, depending on the season. The package includes a farm-themed pinata fully stuffed with candy! This is the longest activity, taking 1-1.5 hours, depending on the children's age
Activity of The Season: Additional Children cost to be decided. This is a seasonal activity based on what is growing or happening on The FARM. Some examples include painting a pumpkin, dyeing eggs, picking your own blueberries, making your own ice cream, etc.
WINTER PARTIES
Winter parties are available from December to March, with time slots for winter birthdays set at 11 am-1 pm and 3 pm-5 pm.
All-Inclusive Winter Parties are priced at $550. Note that the price is higher for winter parties, and fewer guests can attend, but the food and decorations are included. The party duration is 2 hours.
Included in the All-Inclusive Winter Party Package:
15 invitations printed and provided for delivery.
All set-up and decoration inside the FARMhouse based on your party theme.
Party favors: two dozen themed & decorated cookies.
Two dozen cupcakes with matching theme toppers.
Food & drink for up to 15 kids.
A party hostess who handles setup, cleanup, decorating, and leads activities – allowing you to just show up.
Group size: up to 15 children.
The party theme of choice for up to 15 children is included; additional children cannot be added for an indoor party.
It's a Barnyard Party!
Children interact with farm animals, feed treats, and the birthday kid gets an exclusive photo session.
Experience with animals is outdoors, while the rest of the party takes place inside the FARMhouse.
Includes a sandwich tray, chips, and juice boxes.
Themed tablecloths, plates, and napkins.
Themed cookie favors, cupcakes, and invitations are included.
Race on Over for a Hot Wheels Party!
An entire Hot Wheels City is created inside the FARMhouse, including race tracks and Hot Wheels branded games.
A set of 50 Hot Wheels cars is included.
Concession stand with soft pretzels, popcorn, and pizza for up to 15 kids.
Juice boxes, themed tablecloths, and napkins.
Themed cookie favors, cupcakes, and invitations are included.
Let's Part-Tea!
A tea party for 15 kids set up inside the FARMhouse.
Tea cups and serving ware are plastic or paper for the safety of children.
Food includes tea sandwiches and cake squares.
Beverages include cold & hot tea and lemonade.
Tablecloths, napkins, and all serving ware are included.
Themed cookie favors, cupcakes, and invitations are included.
For more information or to book a party with The Farm 1780, visit https://thefarm1780.com/birthdays
Photo credit: The Farm 1780
If you're not interested in a birthday party on the farm, you can still visit these farms. Please check their websites or Facebook pages for information on days and hours of operation. Prices and activities are subject to change at any time.
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