Yes, this is a no smoking facility (including e-cigarette).
If you will have any guests with an issue to our no smoking policy, please inform them ahead of time. No smoking is allowed at our facility.
Thank you!
You can book your party over the phone, by text (704-734-0809) or by emailing us: mail@SonRidgeFarm.com (please include your contact number, if you're emailing us!)
Once we've confirmed that we have the date/time you're interested in, the deposit can be placed over the phone or online (we'll send you the link).
**Cancellations are still subject to pay full party amount, when canceled within 2 weeks of event date**
Yes!
We have 2 locations able to be used:
Option one is in our spacious picnic pavilion, complete with lights, a large fan, and windows to see our horse riding ring!
Option two is outdoors (in front of our barn), under an area of trees. Located close to small animals that can be cuddled and played with!
Both locations are conveniently located near the playground and small animals.
Total tables & chairs available:
8 wooden picnic tables (4 in each location)
3 wooden 4ft tables
4ft & 6ft plastic tables
20+ additional chairs
Please know that you can not drive directly up to the tables to setup. Once parked, items can be carried to the party area.
There is an outdoor restroom located right near the picnic area. (This is a porta-potty, serviced weekly and kept clean!)
Parking is available a short walk from the party area. Please realize that for setup you'll need to carry the items to the picnic tables, vehicles aren't able to be driven down. It's a brief 1-2 minute walk to the picnic area.
Yes you can decorate. We recommend keeping it very simple, though.
Tips for decorating:
If you’re doing tablecloths, be sure to bring “clips” (or strong tape) to put around the corners & edges.
For tabletop decorations, be sure to use heavy items or something you can weigh down. Light weight or paper type decorations may fall or blow away if setting up in the outdoor location.
Most parties just do tablecloths. Simple is fine, remember the kids will be spending most of the time playing!
It's not uncommon to not decorate at all. We have parties show up with JUST cupcakes, and spend the rest of the time with animal activities! Please give us a call if you're unsure what to do!
All items will need to be carried down to the party area for setup, your vehicle can not drive to the picnic area.
The party host can arrive 15 minutes prior to begin setup. If additional time is needed to prepare/decorate, consider adding additional time on to allow for this. Additional time must be scheduled when booking your party.
Yes! We have multiple options for play on the farm, that doesn't involve animals.
Activities include:
- A zipline (for children only, up to 100 pounds).
- A playground (slides, rock wall, and swings)
- Tire swing
- Ninja Course (climbing area/nets, rope tunnel, and web swings)
Yes. Most just do light snacks & cake/cupcakes.
Common packaged snacks are: Crustless PB&Js, apple sauces, lunchables, & chips.
Common meals include: Chick-fil-a, sandwiches, pizza, or hotdogs/burgers.
For those doing food or cake, we'll plan to gather your guests up 15-20 minutes after your party start time, so you can begin at the picnic area.
If you want more time for picnic area/presents and still want to have ample time for animal activities, consider adding additional time to your party (must be done at booking).
Yes. Parties are available to be booked year round here at the farm. Just be sure to warn guests to dress appropriately for weather.
All guests are welcome to continue playing with small animals (bunnies, baby goats, or animals in the barn), lead a goat around the farm, cuddle with the silkie chickens, swing, and play on the ninja line or playground while waiting their turn for the horse (or after they rode).
Horse riding is usually started mid-way through the party, it is not available first thing.
For the safety of our farm animals, we can't have outside pets or animals on our farm.
Please realize this is a working farm, and our workings dogs job is to protect our animals from strange dogs/pets.
If you have certified service dog (NOT an ESA), please contact the farm directly to discuss options.
Thank you!
Our farm animals include: A mini cow, horses, mini donkeys, alpacas, dairy goats, baby goats, miniature goats, a mini horse, holland lop rabbits, an angora goat (looks like a sheep), a goose, chickens & mini pigs.
We also have cats and dogs at our farm, and our dalmatian is usually the hit of the party!
All ages! We most commonly do parties for younger guests, but have done quite a few "Sweet Sixteen" birthdays and adult parties over the years! If you're not sure a farm party is right for you, give us a call and we'd be happy to help!
Yes! Parties include 2 hours here at the farm, but additional time can be added for an extra cost. We must schedule this ahead of time, otherwise we'll likely have another event directly after yours.
If you're considering a longer party, be sure to talk with us when booking!
Parties that include horse riding, will have 1 horse available for rides. This will allow the children to have 1 ride each. If you're booking a larger party (up to 35 kids) it'll include 2 horses / 2 staff.
If you're wanting children to have longer horse rides, or multiple rides, consider adding an additional horse on. ($100) An additional horse can also be added as the "birthday horse" and will allow the birthday child to ride for as long as they'd like!
Each party is different, depending on the package selected and number of children participating.
Here's an example of how we usually run a Saddle Up party:
Small animals (bunnies, baby goats, etc) are available to play with while guests are arriving, and animals in the barn can be seen as well.
Playground area & zipline are also available first thing
Once guests are here and you’re ready to officially start the party: We'll gather all the kids up and get started! They'll do the picnic area first (food/cake) once most have finished...
We’ll then get the children together to feed and visit different animals. We'll be leading the animal activities, giving instructions along the way, to be sure everyone stays safe. This is done as a group.
Once horse rides begin, instructions will be given to children as to what is available to do around the farm and where, and then they can head to different areas as they please *with their parents assistance*. While horse riding is going, small animals can be played with, goats can be brought out on a leash and walked, our silkie chicken coop is available to go inside and cuddle fluffy chickens, donkeys can be petted, pigs/goats/other animals can be seen, the playground, swings, ninja line, & zip line are available as well.
*Presents* most families take presents home, as it'll give the birthday child more time to play on the farm. If you choose to open gifts, you'll want to start this as soon as the birthday child has their horse ride.
We'll be available during the party to assist and help with the children and animals. We'll be leading animal activities and be there to make sure all the kids have fun and participate if desired! Once horse riding starts, we'll be occupied teaching and helping children ride horses, but guests can continue playing with farm animals as long as they have parent assistance.
You can book a party for many different events! We've hosted girl scout groups, family reunions, bridal showers, church groups, and just fun with friends!
If you have chosen a party that includes horse riding, all children are welcome to ride (weight limit is 200#).
All rides are "lead line", which means guests will be led when on the horse.
We only use full size horses (NO ponies!) to ensure the best training, & safety for our guests. Using average "full size" horses, means we're able to ride them consistently, and also gives us the ability to have staff or parent ride with a young child!
Horses used during our parties are also used in our camps, riding lessons, & events throughout the year.
Children 2 and under usually do best with a small adult riding with them. Children 2-4 usually do best with an adult walking alongside them, to be sure they hold on properly while riding.
We do host parties year-round (even in the WINTER & SUMMER!). If a storm is looking likely, you may want to ask about scheduling a rain-date.
For light rain, we do provide the option of having the party setup in the picnic pavilion.
If scheduling a party in the winter, please warn guests to dress properly! (coats & gloves).
Parties scheduled in the summer will have access to shade around the farm, but you will need to have coolers with iced drinks available for guests, and forewarn them they will be outdoors in the sun.
Your deposit books your party. All deposits are non-refundable.
For inclement weather, we can discuss a rain-date option. This decision is usually made the day prior to the party.
Rain-dates are offered on Sunday afternoons, and usually available most weekends for parties needing to be rescheduled due to weather.