Family Fun on the Farm
Experience the magic of the season up close with real reindeer at the Shortsville Reindeer Farm. Enjoy a hands-on visit filled with learning, laughter, and plenty of photo ops amid festive barns, sleighs, and holiday cheer. Perfect for families and kids of all ages!
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$10 USD
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All Ages
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1 Hour
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New York, United States
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Shortsville
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- Meet Real Reindeer
- Festive Barn Atmosphere
- Family-Friendly Fun
- Hands-On Learning
- Traditional Sleigh Photo Ops
- Locally Made Gifts
- Holiday Music & Cheer
- Rain or Shine Experience
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- 1-hour guided reindeer visit with educational presentation, reindeer interaction, photo opportunities, and small gift shop access.
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- Warm clothes and boots recommended; gloves for petting reindeer. Bring your camera!
Reindeer Farm Holiday Visit Features
Meet Real Reindeer
Get nose-to-nose with Santa’s reindeer, learning fun facts and feeding them special treats.
Festive Barn Atmosphere
Step into a cozy winter wonderland with lights, music, and holiday decorations.
Reindeer Farm Holiday Visit Details
- Highlights
- Description
- Itinerary
- Price & Availability
- Food & Drink
- Instructions
- Restrictions
- Transportation
Highlights
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Meet Real Reindeer
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Festive Barn Atmosphere
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Family-Friendly Fun
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Hands-On Learning
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Traditional Sleigh Photo Ops
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Locally Made Gifts
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Holiday Music & Cheer
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Rain or Shine Experience
Description
Step into the charm of a true upstate holiday tradition at Shortsville Reindeer Farm. This one-hour visit begins with an engaging talk about these gentle Arctic animals before guests head into the pasture to pet, feed, and photograph the reindeer. The decorated barns, cozy sleighs, and twinkling lights set the perfect backdrop for holiday photos. Shop for local maple syrup, honey, and antler jewelry in the farm’s tiny gift shop — or simply enjoy the magic of the moment surrounded by family and the reindeer’s calm, curious presence.
Itinerary
9:45 AM — Check in at Shortsville Reindeer Farm entrance
10:00 AM — Welcome & educational talk about reindeer care
10:15 AM — Meet, feed, and photograph reindeer in decorated barns
10:45 AM — Visit the gift shop for local syrup, honey, and antler crafts
11:00 AM — Wrap up your visit with time for family photos in the sleighs
Price & Availability
$10 admission per person ages 5+. Children 4 & under free. Refunds available if canceled 24+ hours prior; rain or shine event.
Food & Drink
No food service; local products (maple syrup, honey) and small gifts available for purchase.
Instructions
Visits by reservation only; arrive 10 minutes early. Follow parking attendants to the designated area on Reindeer Drive.
Restrictions
All ages welcome. Children under 5 free. No pets allowed. Avoid wearing clothes exposed to goats or sheep.
Transportation
Guests drive to Shortsville Reindeer Farm; parking on-site via marked driveway 'Reindeer Dr'.
Frequently Asked Questions
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