Star Hill Family Farm's 2026 Family Christmas Experience

Celebrate the magic of Christmas at Star Hill Family Farm in Portland, Connecticut! Our annual Family Christmas Experience returns November 21 through December 20, 2026, bringing families together for horse-drawn wagon rides, visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus, Christmas trees, handmade wreaths, farm animals, and plenty of festive family activities.

Whether you're continuing a cherished family tradition or visiting us for the first time, we invite you to make some wonderful Christmas memories at the farm!

Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides

Climb aboard one of our horse-drawn wagons for a scenic ride through the beautiful hills of Star Hill Family Farm! With two wagons operating this year, rides depart every 15 minutes on select dates throughout the Christmas season.

Wagon Ride Dates:
November 21, 22, 27, 28, 29
December 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20

Hours: 10 AM to 4:30 PM

Advance online ticket purchases and reservations are required. Rides frequently sell out, so be sure to reserve your seats early!

Book Your Horse-Drawn Wagon Ride

Meet Santa and Mrs. Claus!

Santa and Mrs. Claus are returning to Star Hill Family Farm, and they can't wait to meet everyone! Bring your letters to Santa, share your Christmas wishes, and capture special holiday photos. You may even spot a few elves or other holiday characters visiting the farm!

Santa Visit Dates:
November 27, 28, 29
December 5 and 12

Hours: 11 AM to 4 PM

Christmas Trees and Handmade Wreaths

Finding the perfect Christmas tree is a tradition of its own! Browse our selection of locally grown Balsam and Fraser fir Christmas trees, ranging from 2 to 24 feet tall.

We also offer beautiful handmade wreaths in a variety of sizes and styles, along with holiday decorations, tree stands, and accessories.

Our seasonal Christmas tree store is open November 21 through December 20, Monday through Friday from noon to 4 PM and weekends from 10 AM to 5 PM. Black Friday, November 27, features extended weekend hours.

Family Activities and Farm Animals

There's more to enjoy than just Christmas trees and wagon rides! Families are welcome to visit and feed our farm animals, enjoy children's activities, explore festive photo locations, and soak up the holiday atmosphere.

It's a wonderful opportunity to spend quality time together and create lasting memories.

Special Event: Christmas Canned Food Drive, December 19

Join us on Saturday, December 19, for a special day of giving back to our community!

Santa and Mrs. Claus will be reading traditional Christmas stories inside our cozy, wood-stove-heated barn at 11 AM, 12:30 PM, 2 PM, and 3:30 PM.

We ask each visitor to bring one or more canned food items to benefit St. Paul's Lutheran Church Food Pantry in Wethersfield, which provides food assistance to families and individuals in need throughout the surrounding communities.

Stay and enjoy the farm animals, children's activities, and festive atmosphere at no additional charge. Horse-drawn wagon rides are available separately and require advance online ticket purchases.

Plan Your Visit

Location: 819 Glastonbury Turnpike, Portland, CT 06480

Christmas Season: November 21 through December 20, 2026

Special Activities: Select weekends and Black Friday, November 27

Please check our website for individual activity schedules, as not all attractions are available every day.

Visit www.starhillfamilyfarm.com for complete event details, schedules, and wagon ride reservations.

We look forward to welcoming you and your family to Star Hill Family Farm and becoming part of your Christmas traditions!