Even if you have no intention of buying a tree, a visit to the Guardsmen's tree lot is something…read moreall bay area natives should add to their seasonal must-dos. Buy a hot cocoa or mulled wine and wander among the trees, breathe in the scent of fir and cedar, and see humanity at it's best. The volunteers who take great pride in their mission, the young children captivated by the splendor, adults who once went their as children now return with their own kids--they are all there. And, also, if you look, more than a few people with tears in their eyes, maybe facing the first holiday without someone, or maybe remembering their own first visit years before. Do yourself a favor, go, and like the Grinch, you will feel your heart expand.

Third year in a row using The Guardsmen (including delivery and setup), and have so far had a 10/10…read moreexperience. On time, great tree, really helpful set up, kind people, and a great cause too. What's not to like?!

As Bay Area natives, we highly recommend Brent's Christmas Trees. The folks working there are…read moregenuinely nice and helpful, embodying great community spirit. They took the time to walk us through their great smelling selection, offering advice that made the process full of holiday spirit. We discussed the Warriors and the Raiders, commiserating with our tears. We left feeling great and with a truly beautiful, fresh tree that perfectly brightens our home. Skip the big stores and support these lovely people--you won't regret it!

We've been getting our Christmas trees at Brent's for at least ten years now. They have a good…read morevariety and their trees are always very fresh! Exceptional service from Noneh - who recognized us from previous years - he takes the time to make sure we find the perfect tree every time. He's truly a pro, a really great guy and ties it securely on our SUV in a matter of minutes (very helpful since we're seniors). We leave very satisfied and happy! Thanks Noneh!!!

Not your traditional farmhouse experience at a pumpkin patch, but more of a carnival feel. The…read morepumpkin patch itself consists of pre-picked pumpkins. There are tons of bounce houses, of which the smaller are included in the entrance fee and the larger ones cost $ to participate -- which a punch pass can be purchased for. We went on a Sunday. The price for adults was $7 each, and the price for our 7-year-old was $5. You get a stamp on your hand, but be careful because it easily washes off. I recommend getting stamped on your inner wrist. The food was expensive -- $30 for 3 tacos and 1 drink -- but I suppose that's to be expected at a venue such as this. A platter of Dino chicken nuggets and fries was $10, and the cotton candy was $8. Parking is free. Bathrooms are porta potties and gross, as you can imagine. Staff are friendly. The haunted trail is recommended for kids ages 12+, and I would agree that little kids should not be on this trail. It is more gory than it is haunted. There are several buildings along the trail, and may be 2-3 of the building could be seen as more haunted, but the rest of them were very gory. One was outright bloody (think scenes from Texas Chainsaw Massacre). The punch pass has no expiration date so can be used again at a future visit. The property is really large, so even though there are a lot of people, it doesn't feel extremely crowded even if the parking lot is packed. I would recommend this place for families who have older kids who aren't yet teenagers. And skip the haunted trail if you have a little ones with you.

I come here every year for their U-cut Christmas trees, and it's always a f experience. They have…read morelots of fun things for kids: animals, slides, and plenty to explore. The best part is definitely cutting down your own tree and it makes for a fun tradition. I'll be back again next year!

Beautiful Christmas - always find a Christmas item . A great place to shop, esp with family or…read morefriend.

If you need ANYTHING related to Christmas decor, short of a tree, Marisa's Christmas Fantasia is…read morewhere you need to be! See what I did there *giggles*. * Ornaments * Trains * Nutcrackers * Holly * Fake snow * Santa + Mrs. Clause * The Grinch and everything in between. For anyone who collects ornaments, Marisa's has you covered! There are ornaments that are part of collection series; cartoon characters, sports teams, outdoor activities and more. The train sets upstairs are very cool. You can find homes, miniature people, locomotives, station stops, crossings and even train robbers! Also upstairs, there is a selection of faux holly, garland and berry branches to create the ultimate wreath. Marisa's Christmas Fantasia is open year-round, so don't wait until Christmas to stop in!

It's been tradition to come here day after thanksgiving. Selection, Crew and noble fir trees are…read moreawesome!

Great selection. I picked a beautiful 9 foot tree that was super fresh pricey at 180 but gorgeous…read morestaff friendly helpful and fast

This is an excellent place for the very young kids to run around, probably under 7 is ideal. There…read morewere two hay mazes, best for under 4' crowd, a hay pyramid, cute baby animals, two tether balls (my teen/tween boys were excited by this), live music, educational panels, and friendly staff. There are lots of pumpkins (mostly off the vine when we went late in the season), including the cool "warty" knucklehead variety. Prices depend on girth, not weight, and range from $13-$22 for most of the average sizes. You can bring your own lunch or purchase from vendors. Either way, there are plenty of clean covered picnic tables, It started misting with blustery winds, and we stayed dry. The canopies seemed securely anchored. The drive is beautiful, with the hills and redwoods and happy cows. Parking was okay, but I advise to get there early. The cheese shop abuts the patch and is a must.

2025 weekend October visit…read more Location: beautiful, an actual place where you see vines, gourds and other produce still growing from ground. Parking: plenty but busy days require patience for families loading back into car and leaving. Activities: petting zoo with a horse for children to ride, ducks, chickens, pigs, goats and more, hayride, face painting, bounce houses, maze, live music from littles and a band for adults. Payment: Best to bring cash but vendors have card readers too, reception can be spotty. Pumpkins: Nice variety, priced by size. I heard a few families complaining about pricing but a few extra bucks is well worth supporting a local farm that supports the neighboring natural environment and creates a wonderful fall experience for families this time of year. Vibe: Extremely family friendly, vendors were sweet to the children. Many children running around, smiles seen, laughter heard. Food: Coffee, Bbq, shaved ice, ice cream and drinks.

Brought the family to pick out a Christmas tree this year. We were helped by a nice guy, who…read moreunpacked some fresh trees for us, and found exactly what's we were looking for! The tree looked super fresh and green and is holding up nicely. Love that sales help fund boys and girls club!

We recently visited Nyberg's to get the classic cut-your-own tree experience after several years of…read morebuying trees off lots in the city. Nyberg's has a well-organized operation but the trees in their fields were pretty disappointing. My wife and I said to one another it felt a little bit like the Charlie Brown Christmas Tree Farm. In addition to that, Nyberg's charged for many extras (e.g., $4.50 for netting, $4.50 for shaking) that would have been included at most lots. In December 2022, Nyberg's was charging $75 per tree of any size cut on their farm, which is about the same price as you'd pay at a lot in Petaluma (prices increase as you get closer to San Francisco).

We found this farm through social media app Nextdoor. We wanted something Sonoma-grown and flowers…read moremade the perfect gift for the birthday girl (she celebrated 80 years!). The new octogenarian, family, and friends were very impressed with the colorful and just picked bouquet. The flowers were beautiful! Bonus: our flowers were only $15. Extra credit: wonderful farmers willing to do their best for their customers. We'll be back!