Field to Festive: Breakfast with Santa on the Farm!
A magical morning of holiday cheer, delicious farm-to-table food, and festive family fun awaits at Food + Farm Exploration Center! Join us on Saturday, December 12, for our annual Breakfast with Santa on the Farm celebration.
Bring your holiday spirit and appetite to enjoy Santa’s Farm-to-Table Feast—a scrumptious breakfast buffet packed with local Wisconsin favorites that celebrate our region’s rich agricultural heritage. After filling hungry tummies, head to Santa's Village for photos with Santa and our friendly mascot, Sunny Sweetcorn! Next, head to the Farm Tech Shed to create a keepsake ornament to commemorate your visit. Best of all, every ticket this year includes full access to stay and play in our exhibit halls, featuring over 60 hands-on exhibits celebrating agricultural innovation, science, and technology.
Choose from half-hour entry time slots between 8:00 AM and 11:30 AM to best fit your family's holiday schedule. Reserve your tickets early—capacity is capped at 50 guests per time slot!
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, Food + Farm Exploration Center is dedicated to cultivating curiosity and connecting families to the people, crops, and agricultural heritage behind our seasonal traditions and favorite foods.
EVENT DETAILS
Cost
$35.00 Adults (ages 18+)
$25.00 Youth (Ages 3–17)
Free for Children under 3
Members save 10%
Registration Closes: Sunday, December 6, 2026
Capacity: 50 participants per 30-minute time slot (8:00 AM – 11:30 AM entry)
Audience: Open to all ages
Includes: Santa’s Farm-to-Table Feast breakfast buffet, photo opportunities with Santa and Sunny Sweetcorn, keepsake ornament crafting, and full access to explore 60+ hands-on interactive exhibits!
WHAT TO EXPECT
Santa’s Farm-to-Table Feast: Enjoy a mix of kid-friendly favorites and elevated farm-to-table fare that highlights the incredible flavors of Wisconsin agriculture. Gluten-free and vegetarian options will be available. Full menu details coming soon!
Photos with Santa & Sunny Sweetcorn: Visit Santa's Village for family photo ops with Santa and our beloved mascot, Sunny Sweetcorn.
Keepsake Crafting: Head to the Farm Tech Shed to craft a custom holiday ornament to take home and hang on your tree.
Full Exhibit Access Included: Extend your visit with full admission to explore 60+ interactive, hands-on agriculture and science exhibits across our exhibit halls.
Exclusive Holiday Perks: Enjoy an exclusive 10% discount on all holiday items in our Gift Shop on the day of the event!
GOOD TO KNOW
Time Slot Entry & Seating: To ensure a smooth experience, please select your preferred 30-minute arrival window during checkout (8:00 AM, 8:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 9:30 AM, 10:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM, or 11:30 AM). Seating in Ag Grand Hall is open seating (no reserved tables).
Dietary Information: Gluten-free and vegetarian options will be available.
Cash Bar: Adult beverages including Mimosas, Bloody Marys, and beer will be available for purchase for guests 21+.
Wellness Room: A quiet Wellness Room is available downstairs across from Kitchen Lab if your child needs a sensory break.
Questions? Contact our team for assistance.
Media Notice: By attending this event at Food + Farm Exploration Center, you enter an area where photography, audio, and video recording may occur. These materials may be used by the center for promotional purposes on our website, in email newsletters, and on social media. We appreciate your support in helping us share our educational mission!