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When can I schedule a party and how long is the time for the party?

Any day that we are open, timeframes are 10 AM to 12 noon, 11 AM to 1 PM, 12 noon to 2 PM, 1 PM to 3 PM, 2 PM to 4 PM or 3 PM to 5 PM.  Your party is scheduled for two hours, but you have 15-20 minutes to set up before your party and 30-45 minutes after your party to say good-bye, pack up and clean up your table area. We provide trash bags and ask you to clean up your area before you leave.  Thank you.

 What can we do if it rains?  Most people schedule a raindate and put both the regular party date and raindate on their invitation.  If rain is predicted the night before your party or it is raining on the day of your party, call Martha Clark at 410-440-0295 to discuss whether to have your party, or reschedule or cancel your party.  We can host your party inside if it is raining on the day of your party.  The choice is yours.  

Is there any minimum or maximum number of children and adults?

No, just be realistic in your estimating the numbers when you complete your reservation form so that we can plan for your group’s size.  There is an $95.00 minimum for each birthday party, which translates into approximately 8-10 children and 4-5 adults, depending on the party package you choose.

Do I have any other options if I just want to bring a small group for a party?  Yes, you can just come and pay the general admission and pick and choose the activities you want to do.  You will not get some of the features of the regularly-scheduled party, but you will have greater flexibility and a lower cost if you just have a few children. There are non-reserved picnic tables you can use for your party.

 What is the schedule for the birthday parties?  The normal routine is that you can come 15-20 minutes before your party is scheduled to start to set up.  Once your guests have arrived, your guide will begin your tour.  We will take you through our part of the party (tour of the petting farm and hayride, and any of the options you have chosen: pony rides and visiting the pumpkin patch) and them deliver you back to your table.  That part of the party should take between 1 to 1 ½ hours depending on the size of the group and what options you have chosen.  The remaining time is for you to have snack/lunch/open presents/let the kids play etc. 

 When do I pay for the party?

Please pay for the party before you leave the farm.  We will keep a headcount of the children and adults

who attend the party and give them wristbands. Once the party’s over and you have said good-bye to your

guests, please come to the cash register at the store.  We will calculate what you owe, take off the deposit 

amount and the remainder can be paid in cash, by check or credit card.  YOU MUST PAY FOR ALL 

CHILDREN AND ADULTS WHO COME TO THE PARTY.        Gratuities are gratefully accepted.  

You may pay your tour guide directly or include the tip on your check or credit card.  

What arrangements can we make for food for our party?

Most people bring cake, cupcakes, juices, sodas, snacks etc from home.  We will also provide you with information about restaurants that deliver to the farm and you can call and have food delivered.  Normally, you’d want to have the pizza delivered for the last ½ hour of your party.  We also sell drinks, ice cream and snacks if you need them. 

 What happens if any of the children are afraid to ride the pony? Your tour guide will make a note of the number of children who do not ride the pony and adjust your final cost. PLEASE NOTE: We cannot make such adjustments for our other activities.  If you choose other options, such as picking a pumpkin from the patch, you will need to pay for that option for all the children who attend your party.         

YOU MUST PAY FOR ALL CHILDREN AND ADULTS WHO COME TO YOUR PARTY