Guests will enter through our team member entrance at the guard station on Grant Road. This is located right across from the National Historic Site. Our team will direct you to our VIP parking lot near the Bauernhof.
Will this event be outdoors?
This event is a mixture of indoor and outdoor activities; please dress appropriately. The breakfast is in a large covered and heated tent, and Santa and Mrs. Claus are in the Carriage Haus, which is also heated.
What food items are available?
This is a buffet-style event with various breakfast items.
Does my toddler count towards the total amount of guests I can bring?
We offer tickets per person, not per table. Ages 3 & under are free, ages 4-12 are $25, and ages 13+ are $29.
Are there highchairs available?
Yes, we will have limited highchairs available.
holiday walk-through
How do I enter? What activities are open?
You will park in the guest parking lot and walk across Grant Road to our tram loading station. Trams will take guests directly to the Bauernhof. Guests will disembark and may enjoy the lights and animals of Holiday Lights. This includes the stables, Bauernhof, portions of the Tier Garten, and the Busch family home. Fire Pits can be purchased on these nights. Carriage Rides have also been introduced this year and are located past the Busch Estate. Guest will reboard trams at the Bauernhof to return to the parking lot.
When does entry to the Walk-Through close?
Entry opens at 5 pm, and the last entry is at 9 pm. The event concludes at 10 pm.
What food items are available?
Our food kiosks in the Bauernof will be open to offer items such as bratwursts, pretzels, and holiday-themed snacks and drinks
Can I buy merchandise on-site? If so, what will be for sale?
For merchandise items, we are open at Grant’s Farm Gifts and the General Store, as well as a shop outside the courtyard. Some holiday items we offer include:
- Grant’s Farm Holiday Fleece for kids and adults
- Holiday Light Up Toys
- Custom plush – Jumbo Clydesdale, Grant the Yak and Bernard the Pig
- Grant’s Farm Ornaments
- Holiday Light Up Toys
We live nearby. Can we walk in?
You won’t need to pay for parking, but you will need to purchase individual admission tickets. Tickets can be purchased online in advance or at the General Store just across our pedestrian bridge (providing the event is not sold out in advance).
Can we see the animals in the deer park?
Trams will not be going into the Deer Park. Some animals will be on view at the Bauernhof stables and in the Tier Garten.
Is the carousel open, or any animal feedings?
The carousel will be open (weather permitting) for complimentary rides. Select animals are available for feeding.
What else will be available during the Walk-Through experience?
Animal viewing in the Tier Garten, our animal stables, which include our Clydesdales, our courtyard food area, guests will get to walk to the outside of the Busch Family home, fire pits available for advanced purchase only, and Carriage Rides are available for purchase.
Will complimentary Anheuser-Busch products be available?
Our hospitality bar will be closed. Beer will be available for purchase.
Will there be any holiday lights to see?
There will be many holiday lights to see while on the tram and walking.
holiday drive-through
Can we walk around during this experience?
Guests will need to stay in their vehicles during this experience.
Are there any restrooms to use?
Restrooms are available at the end of our parking lot once you get checked in; this will be the only time you can get out of your vehicle.
Are there any snacks or toys to purchase?
Merchandise and snacks will only be available to purchase on-site if you buy a bundle during the online purchase of your Drive-Through ticket.
What size vehicles will fit through the Drive-Through experience?
No oversized vehicles (RVs, limos, passenger vans, shuttles, or buses) or vehicles higher than 9 feet.
What do we get to see during the Drive-Through?
You’ll get to see our beautiful, one-million-light display across the property, the Tier Garten where our animals will be, and the exterior of the Busch Family Estate.
Can we park in the Grant’s Farm parking lot and then ride with a friend?
We recommend all guests carpool; no cars can park in our parking lot for the Drive-Through.
vip holiday pits
Where do we go for the VIP fire pits?
You will enter our parking lot, walk over the bridge, and head to the right, up to the sign that mentions “Fire Pit Check-In.” Parking and admission tickets come with your firepit purchase.
Does my toddler count towards the total amount of guests I can bring?
Yes, limited to 12 guests per fire pit purchase (children of any age count towards the guest fire pit total).
What else can we do besides the fire pit experience?
The VIP fire pit experience also includes the Holiday Walk-Through experience, where you and your group can ride a tram and walk through whenever you want during your fire pit rental.
Will there be restrooms we can use?
Yes, private restrooms will be available for all guests of the VIP fire pits.
Can we bring coolers or chairs?
Outside coolers and chairs are not permitted. Seating and some beverages will be provided. Additional food and drink items will be available for purchase.
