As the holiday season approaches, Patterson Farm in Mount Ulla, North Carolina, invites families to celebrate winter on the farm. From festive activities and farm animals to holiday treats and seasonal shopping, you’ll find endless ways to enjoy the season together.
Winter Fun on the Farm
November 11 - December 14, 2025
Patterson Farm Market & Tours
Mount Ulla, North Carolina
Winter Barn & PawPaw Carl's Playground
Hours: Tuesday – Sunday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Monday: Closed
Market & Ice Cream Shop: Tuesday – Sunday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Monday: Closed
Closed: Thanksgiving Day
Step into a winter wonderland at Patterson Farm! Feed the friendly farm animals (one cup per person included), explore PawPaw Carl’s Playground, and enjoy classic farm fun with features like Big Red’s Slide, the Spider Web, Agmagination Stations, and the Sand Pit Area. Bring a picnic to enjoy in the designated areas and save room for homemade ice cream from the Market!
Tickets:
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Online: $12.99 + processing per person
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Gate: $15.99 per person
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Children under 2: Free
Tickets required for everyone 2 and older. Suggested last entry: 3:30 p.m. to enjoy all activities.
Holly Jolly Farm Days
Dates: November 28–30 & December 6–7, 2025
Hours: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Celebrate the season with festive fun during Holly Jolly Farm Days! Experience:
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Snow in the Barnyard every 30 minutes
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Over 40 activities at PawPaw Carl’s Playground
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Agmagination Holiday Passport
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Cow Barrel Train Rides
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Visits with Santa & Ms. Claus (Friday, Nov. 28; Saturday, Nov. 29; Saturday, Dec. 6, 10 a.m. – noon)
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Afternoon visits with the Grinch (1 – 4 p.m.)
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Wagon Rides every 30 minutes (10:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.)
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Holiday-themed crafts in the Planting Shed
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Market & Ice Cream Shop with seasonal treats
Donuts with Santa
Dates & Hours: Nov. 28, 29 & Dec. 6 | 9 – 10 a.m.
Online Price: $19.99 + processing per person
Enjoy decorating donuts, storytime with Santa & Ms. Claus, and special photo opportunities. Online pre-registration required.
Holly Jolly Admission:
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General: Online $16.99 | Gate $19.99
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Senior (55+): Online $14.99 | Gate $17.99
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Military (with ID): Online $14.99 | Gate $17.99
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Group Rate (15+): Online only $14.99
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Mega Fun Pass (includes unlimited Mega Drop rides, paintball, and goat fishing): Online $27.99
Children under 2 are free.
Poinsettias
Dates: November 21 – December 23, 2025 | While supplies last
Greenhouse Hours:
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Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
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Saturday: 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
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Sunday: Closed
Bring home the perfect poinsettias this holiday season! Patterson Farm grows a variety of sizes and colors for your home, church, or office. Custom wrapping and fundraising opportunities are also available.
Plan Your Winter Fun on the Farm Visit
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