✨ Select Dates Available for Your Private Winter Wonderland Experience at Howe Ranch!✨
This holiday season, skip the usual gatherings and treat your group to something truly unforgettable. At Howe Ranch, we’ve created a Winter Wonderland like no other. Give the gift of holiday magic with cuddles from adorable mini-Highland calves and other sweet farm animals and embarking on a festive scavenger hunt that leads your group through six magical areas, each filled with holiday surprises and cheer.
Imagine stepping into your own private German Christmas Market, where festive hot drinks, top-notch food from local vendors, and stunning backdrops create an unforgettable holiday atmosphere
Indulge in seasonal delights from renowned local vendors and capture the magic in beautiful photo ops perfect for holiday memories.These exclusive experiences fill up quickly!
Book your private Winter Wonderland date today and surprise your group with the holiday gathering of a lifetime.
🎄Date Range: 11/10 – 1/5
🎄Dates no longer available: 11/25, 11/26, 11/27, 11/28. 11/29, 11/30, 12/8, 12/14, 12/15
Winter Wonderland Party Package
Looking for a unique and unforgettable event? Book your exclusive, private Winter Wonderland Party! For Milestones, Appreciation/Team Building/Holiday and other Parties up to 150 Guests.
The Party Package includes:
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Six Magical Areas to Explore
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Pizza or Tacos "Holidaze Buffet" from a local Vendor, Plates & Napkins, Hot Chocolate & Cider Bar included for groups 25+
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Customizable Old World Christmas Market Stations/Access to Add Ons
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Insurance & Venue Fee
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Petting Zoo & Staff, Farm Animal Cuddling and Feeding
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Entertainment: Scavenger Hunt, visit to Miniature Northpole Village, and Games resources included; Access to fun add ons/talent
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Onsite Parking
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Restrooms, including ADA
Available on Selected Sundays and Weekdays, for groups over 40 possibly on Saturdays!
Party Package for 4 hours with Food incl. Set Up/Break Down (within the 4-hour time frame):
$850 Venue, Amenities & Insurance
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$20/Guest for Experiences, Concessions & Pizza Buffet for groups 25+ ($25/Guest smaller groups)
Add $3/Guest for the Taco Buffet
Opportunities to Book:
· Weekday Events: Starting November 20, we’re offering exclusive weekday opportunities from 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and all day on Sundays. Each event is available in 4-hour slots, perfect for an intimate team-building experience. Dates no longer available: Nov 25, 26, 27, 28, 29.
· Select Saturdays for Larger Groups: For groups over 50, we’re also offering select Saturdays if booked before November 24. Dates no longer available: December 14.
Spaces will fill up quickly—reserve your preferred time slot today!
FAQs
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Winter Wonderland is an experience, and everyone 1+ of age is considered a Guest
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Set up time outside of the booked option is not included (due to liability & occupancy management). Additional time for set up/hosting can be added if the venue is available, per fee schedule.
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Your Party Package:
Farm Animal Encounter
Private Holiday Farm Animal Extravaganza with baby cow kisses and cuddles included. Delight in cuddling baby farm animals like mini Highland calves, fluffy alpacas, curious goats, donkeys, ducks, friendly chickens and more. Photo opportunities against two curated farm holiday backdrops.
Six Enchanting Areas
Reserve your spot now for our 15th annual Winter Wonderland at the ranch—an afternoon filled with warmth, joy, and a heap of seasonal magic that will bring your group closer together with six magical areas to explore - all included:
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Winter Wonderland Traditions: Bring your own or add the hot drinks bar (hot chocolate, cider, or other traditional delights) in our curated Christmas Market.
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Included: Enjoy the Holidaze buffet with seasonal gourmet favorites.
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Games and Activities: Foster team spirit with our winter-themed games and activities. From a traditional Scavenger Hunt to a trip to the miniature Northpole Village, your team can earn Wonderland bucks and win prizes you provide (or you can add on through us) while enjoying the festive atmosphere.
New this Year!
New this year! Optional Add Ons to make your visit to Winter Wonderland extra special:
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Live music & karaoke
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Cookie decorating with Mrs Claus
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Santa Claus Visit
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Photo Booth
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And more (scroll down)
Submit your Maximum Guest #, desired Date & Start Time, and Add Ons below:
$850 Venue Fee & Insurance
Rental of outdoor venue, including set up and break down. Furniture, bathroom use, and parking included.
Plus $20 per Guest
$20/Guest for Experience with Pizza Buffet, $23/Guest for Experience with Taco Buffet. * based on 25+ guests. For fewer guests $25/$28 based on food selection. Guest tickets must be purchased prior to start of event due to insurance and venue policies. Petting Zoo Waiver Acknowledgement required for each adult guest.
Add On: $125 Extra Setup/Break Down Time
If you anticipate needing access to the venue prior to your booked event time (four-hour timeframe), we offer the option to reserve up to 60 mins. set up time for $125 and a break down hour for $125. This gives you the flexibility to drop off any items or add clean up time.
Classic Add Ons: $240
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Visit from Santa (examples of functions: photos/taking wishes/distributing presents to your staff/other)
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Social Coverage: Don't worry about taking photos and video clips. We can cover this important part of making memories for you. All guests will be captured, as well as group photos and social media shots in front of the barn backdrop. Inquire about availability of add on.
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$3/Guest for Hot Chocolate & Cider Bar (free for groups 25+)
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$95 Karaoke Set up, including screen for lyrics; for facilitation add $190. (set up is free for groups 25+)
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$3/Guest: Add prizes for your guests to earn in the Scavenger Hunt and other games (Wonderland Bucks!). We take care of the procurement and display of the prizes in the dedicated stand!
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$10/Guest Holiday Grazing Board
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$165 Three hours rental of large catering kitchen
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$350 Cookie decorating with Mrs. Clause