Helen Woodward Animal Center’s Frosty Farm

December 1^st*, 7^th, 8^th, 14^th, & 15^th

$10.99/child and $20.99/adult

9:00 am-1:00 pm

Walk ups are welcome – enjoy festive activities while you wait for a group excursion, the last excursion leaves at 12:15 pm.

There’s no holiday stress here, Frosty Farm will have your whole family in good cheer! This festive event in San Diego combines hands-on animal interactions with family-friendly activities, which makes it the perfect place to create new memories.

In addition to the activities that you can do at our own pace, you will also embark on an excursion that is led by a member of our cheerful crew; this includes encounters with a variety of animals, a holiday craft that is yours to keep (or gift!), and a personal meet and greet with Santa (during which you can snap your own photo & kids will receive a gift).

*December 1^st is an inclusive day. This is open to the public, but please note that there may be accommodations present to support participants with special needs and our staff are committed to providing a judgment-free environment for guests and their families. Please contact us at (858) 756-4117 x 318 or education@animalcenter.org with any questions.*

“Santa’s helpers” will be at Frosty Farm from 9:00am-1:15pm, so you can arrive before your excursion starts or stick around after to enjoy the following activities:

Photo opportunities with fluffy, feathery, and scaled friends (including access to the sheep and goat enclosure)
A variety of crafts (including making a toy for orphan pets!)
Cookie decorating
Holiday music
Face painting
Hot cocoa
Games

Christmas Activities in San Diego

This unique and interactive holiday event is offered on the following weekends from 9:00am – 1:15pm:

Sunday, December 1^st*Saturday, December 7^th – Sunday, December 8^thSaturday, December 14^th – Sunday, December 15^th

Click here for Frosty Farm excursion times (walk ups are welcome – you can partake in festive activities while you wait for a group excursion):

9:15 am – 10:15 am
9:30 am – 10:30 am
9:45 am – 10:45 am
10:00 am – 11:00 am
10:15 am – 11:15 am
10:30 am – 11:30 am
10:45 am – 11:45 am
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
11:15 am – 12:15 pm
11:45 am – 12:45 pm
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
12:15 pm – 1:15 pm

** Because the last group excursion starts at 12:15 pm, you will get the most out of the event if you arrive 15 – 30 minutes prior to that time. You are welcome to walk up after that because you can still participate in some animal interactions, crafts, and other activities. **

A variety of animals are out during the entire event and the species are exchanged periodically, so check back between activities for awesome animal encounters! Animals you may see include: snakes, miniature horses, millipedes, guinea pigs, chickens, lizards, miniature donkey, Madagascar hissing cockroaches, rabbits, duck, tortoises, alpacas, and goats.

Make a new holiday tradition with your family at Frosty Farm for only $10.99 per child and $20.99 per adult!

St. Nick at Night

December 6^th, 13^th, and 20^th

$5.49/child (adults are FREE)

5:00 pm – 6:00 pm OR 6:15 pm – 7:15 pm

Join us for the prelude to Frosty Farm: St. Nick at Night! This family event is festive, yet relaxed, and is the perfect place to escape the hectic holiday happenings.

Enjoy cookie decorating, hot cocoa, beautiful lights, animal interactions, a craft, and group story time with Santa. Your family can still enjoy the daytime activities at Frosty Farm because there will be different animals to meet, crafts to create, and activities to enjoy!

*Frosty Farm registration is sold separately

For more information about these events, contact “Santa’s helpers” in the Education Department at education@animalcenter.org or (858) 756-4117 ext. 318

Click here to see what people love about this event:

“The personal time with Santa, not rushed and no expensive photos to buy, along with the educational experience with the animals make Frosty Farm a great option.” ~ Chuck K.

“My daughter, who is 9 years old, enjoyed it tremendously. She is anxious around crowds but because it was a large space, very well organized and we got there early, she was very comfortable. Santa was very sweet to her, the guy who led us on the group really enjoyed working with the kids and the animals and all the volunteers were extremely competent and kind. Just overall wonderful staff and animals and crafts etc.” ~ Amy B.

“My kids are 3 and 6 and they both loved the structured activities and free roaming activities. I’m happy to introduce them to animal care, adoption principles and nonprofits via programs and activities like this fun day we had.” ~ Jill W.

“It was adorable. We were hoping we would see a little donkey and we did! My daughter loved the bunny and having the opportunity to pet the animals, and the treat from Santa was great!” ~ Jennifer F.

“Wish I had done this in previous years, will definitely attend next year.” ~ Olivia O.

“It is very informative, enjoyable and well organized. An excellent program for all ages. The staff was terrific.” ~ Lorine W.