Hudson’s historic Case-Barlow Farm at 1931 Barlow Road will host a month-long celebration of the holidays during its Winter Wonderland Events in December.
Winter Wonderland will feature five separate holiday events throughout the month. These include
Gingerbread Teas for children, an Adult Tea, Santa in the Barn, a Holiday Cheer Wine Tasting and a
Tour of Trees Open Houses featuring a forest of decorated holiday trees in a historic barn.
Gingerbread Teas
The journey begins inside the 1831 Farmhouse. Tickets are $35 per child and $60 per adult. Pre-registration is required at casebarlow.com. Teas are on Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 2 and 3, from noon to 2:30 p.m.
Tour of Trees Open Houses
Tour of Trees is a four-night event featuring a forest of beautifully decorated trees inside the farm’s historic barn. Local clubs and organizations compete to create the most dazzling holiday tree designs, with every guest getting a vote. A festive scavenger hunt awaits, inviting participants to seek out special farm-themed ornaments on each tree. Themed nights provide entertainment each night, including a kids’ Sing-Along, Nutcracker children’s ballet performances, Frozen night with Anna, Elsa and Olaf, and a Hudson Community Chorus night. Tickets are available at the door. Admission is $5 per person or $20 for a family of four or more. Dates are Fridays and Saturdays, December 8, 9, 15 & 16, from 4:30 to 7 p.m.
Santa in the Barn
Inside the restored 1890s barn, a cherished local tradition unfolds—Santa in the Barn. In
addition to telling their most treasured secrets to Santa, each child will receive a complimentary cookie, hot cocoa and candy cane. This event is free but pre-registration is required to reserve your place at casebarlow.com. Registration opens on November 22 and spaces fill up quickly. Dates are Saturdays and Sundays, Dec. 9-10 and 16-17, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Adult Tea
Served in a grandly decorated historic farmhouse, the Adult Tea will feature a lunch of petite tea sandwiches called Smorgastrato. Also on the menu is pumpkin or tomato soup and a dessert. Visitors will hear the story of German soldiers during World War II who created a Christmas miracle. Each guest will also have an opportunity to decorate a beautiful holiday candle to take home as a holiday centerpiece. Cost is $60 per adult. Date for the Adult Tea is Friday, December 1
from Noon to 2:30 p.m.
Adult Holiday Cheer Wine Tasting
Also held in the Victorian setting of the historic farmhouse, this adult event features wine, appetizers and desserts, plus a special story about a Christmas miracle on Christmas Eve during World War II. Participants will create a holiday candle that will be perfect to take home as a holiday centerpiece. The cost is $80 per adult and pre-registration is required at casebarlow.com. The date for the Adult Wine Tasting in the Farmhouse is Thursday, December 7, from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Plan Your Visit
To make the most of these events, visit the official Winter Wonderland website for
comprehensive details at casebarlow/winterwonderland.com.
More about Case-Barlow Farm – A Glimpse into History
Founded in 1814 by Chauncey and Cleopatra Case, Case Barlow Farm is a living testament to Hudson’s rich history. The Case family managed the farm for almost 100 years until Hattie Case married Franklin Barlow. The Barlow family farmed for another 100 years. As their years of farming came to a close in the late 1900s, the Barlows sold the pasture and cropland for a variety of uses, including the sites of Joann Fabrics, Little Tikes and Barlow Farm Park. Case-Barlow Farm, with its iconic red barn, is one of the most familiar landmarks in Historic Hudson.
