It's fabulous here. Nothing else like it. And you will make lifelong memories with your family. First of all, there are animals walking among you. Literally goats & sheep just walking next to you like a weird Disney movie. And there are horses, dogs, bunnies and more that you can pet. And even a horse that the kids can ride. Giant pumpkin "bounce house" type thing. Free hayrides. And "barrel" rides for $3. And the desserts in the shop are yummy too. read more

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We love this place ! The owners are always walking around and so friendly and really interactive with the families ! So much to do for the kids . My daughter (8) loves the barns, the new tubes , and brushing the animals . read more

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We are always looking for fun ways to explore the world with our kiddos and show them, instead of just telling them about things. Kelkenberg is a magical place to do just this. Everything is available for them to experience, and touch, and play, in an environment of friendly staff and kid-friendly activities. Even the grownups were oohing and ahhhing at the 8-day-old baby goats. They had bubble stations with pipes and bubble solution so your kid can make bubbles as big as they are. They had both a horse and a pony available for kids under 100 lbs to ride. We cut our own sunflower bouquet, and had rubber duck races using a hand pump water spigot. This is what I mean, it's one thing to tell them about how these water pumps used to work but quite another to show them in a meaningful way (I.e. racing glittery ducks down a slide based on how hard they pumped haha). They'll remember this, and everything else they experienced for a very long time. Not too bad for $12/person. Very few places offer this kind of value. Thanks for a very memorable adventure on your farm. read more

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We had our daughters 6th birthday party here and it was amazing! The staff was very generous and thoughtful in anticipating any needs we had. We showed up and they took care of the rest... our daughter and her friends had the best time with the animals, pony rides, bounce pad and the hayride. Highly recommended if you want an easy party with little effort required for a good time! read more

I love Kelkenberg Farm! My kids have had a number of school field trips here over the years, and it's been a great experience every time. Our field trips include a hay ride, an educational tour of the farm, and a pony ride. The hayride was great and took us around a large section of the farm, lasting 15 minutes or so. We were joined by a couple of the resident dogs who trotted alongside our tractors and became a bit of an attraction themselves, darting off every now and again to chase each other or swim in a nearby pond. Ann Marie was our guide and did such a great job with our 6-7 y.o. group. She was able to share so much information with the kids, holding their attention, and keeping them engaged throughout. With so many different areas of the farm to visit and learn about, you might expect it'd be a zoo, but neigh, Kelkenberg Farm is a well-oiled machine that moves all of the groups around so well. There is a great petting area towards the end of the tour, where the students have the chance to milk a goat and pet lambs, kids, and a chick. We also had the opportunity to pet a long-haired rabbit, baby bunny, and pony along the tour. I highly recommend you stop into the farm's store before you leave. They sell so many local, handmade goodies along with farm-fresh eggs, of course. You shouldn't leave here without a dozen, in my humble opinion. (The cooler wasn't working today, so the cold items were being stored in the back. Be sure to ask an employee, if you don't see the cold items on display so you don't go home without your eggs!!) Unfortunately, we couldn't make use of the bounce pad today, as our group was a bit too large. (If you're not sure what a bounce pad is, think large bouncy house, but without any walls or a roof.) Now would be a great time to plan your visit, as there are so many baby animals in spring. This particular trip was especially bittersweet, as it'll likely be our last school field trip here, but Kelkenberg is certainly a place where our family has made so many memories and I hope it becomes that for you, too! read more

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This place is pure magic! Tickets are $12/person but I get the seasonal pass and have gone 2-3x/week with my 2 year old. Staff is willing to answer all your questions and are sweet as can be. Their is a TON to do for my toddler, it never Gets boring. Hungry? They have hot dogs, hamburgers, sausage, and tater tots on the grill. Frozen lemonades, and soft serve ice cream, even coffee! Don't leave without a bag of their kettle corn that they make right their on the farm. I took my mom here when she came up to visit and she fell in love also. It's impossible not to! read more

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I have been to Kelkenberg twice in the last few months with my 2 year old and infant and both times had a great time. We met up with some friends in August and my daughter had a great time just wandering around, seeing the baby goat, playing basketball, looking at the chickens and horses etc. I like how everything is included in the admission price vs other places that nickle and dime you for every activity. We just went for the second time last week and admission was $16 for everyone over 2 but it included a large pumpkin that you could pick yourself from the patch. This was a good deal compared to other farms I looked into. There was a hayride that took you into the field and they were frequent enough that we didn't have to stand around in the cold waiting for a new one. This place is perfect for younger kids. I might look into getting the membership for next year if I think we will go enough. read more

Huge thank you's for giving families something to do during social isolation! It was just lovely! A Sunday drive to look at animals in the country really helped lift my spirits! It was free, and they handed out free donuts (from a bucket and a pole. I put a few bucks in the bucket. It wasn't asked for or suggested. I just appreciated the hospitality. read more

Kelkenberg Farm - Active Life Near Me - Clarence Center, New York

Due to COVID concerns, we pre-purchased tickets for 10am, first thing in the morning once they opened up. We wanted to make sure we avoided crowds as much as possible (you buy timed tickets, but you CAN stay all day... don't see how that makes sense in terms of crowd control...) The kids had a great time. Wish there were more animals to interact with. And wish they allowed more than one pony ride (there were times there were virtually no lines, but yet we could only do it once). Pumpkins in the field still had a lot of selection left for us big pumpkin lovers, but they were all in the far back corner. My kiddos loved the jumping pillow! That was their favorite. read more

Great place to take a young kid. There is so much to do there- pony rides, hay rides, petting the animals. They have a big bounce pad in the fall and egg hunt around Easter. The animals are unbelievably calm around children. Love that you can bring a stroller. A little pricey, but you can spend a long time there because there is so much to do. read more

I went with my family for Mother's Day. We had the greatest experience and I would go back in a jiffy! The admission cost is around $8 per person over the age of 2 and includes all access to the farm, hay rides, and pony rides. We got to interact with horses, donkeys, sheep, baby lambs, goats, dogs, kittens, and rabbits! Honestly forget about the kids having fun(which they did) I had the MOST fun! The staff was all very friendly and knowledgeable: you could tell they cared for the farm and the animals very well. There was a little shop with different baked goods and farm items to purchase. We grabbed some of grandmas chocolate chips and they were great. Highly recommend as an experience for adults or kids or anyone in-between! Not sure what their hours are but you can look them up. read more

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I seen their post on Facebook that they have a sunflower field, and many activities on their farm for the family to enjoy so I made a reservation this past weekend for a time slot (helped to reduce crowding and allow for social distancing). When we arrived I gave them my name and they gave us each a stamp on our hand to prove we paid admission ($9 per person). When we went to the livestock barn there were baby cows, many rabbits, pigs, ram, donkey, sheep, miniature horse, BIG horses, ponies, chickens, goats, and a few more. They allowed the children to interact with them and pet them it was so cool! Included in the price was a pony ride (if you are under 100 pounds) and my daughter loved it. You got to take 2 laps around. They have a bounce pad for $4 but it's for the whole day. It didn't have a roof on it so the kids weren't too hot which was nice. They sell local honey, fresh corn, apples, home made baked goods like cookies and pies. For $9 they have a combo for lunch where you get a lemonade slushee, sahlens hot dog, and grilled corn cob. It was so yummy! They had a sign that in September of this year they would start selling fresh beef also. As far as the sunflower patch you can purchase a "u-pick" we paid $6 to pick 5 sunflowers. They give you a hay ride over to the sunflower patch which across the street kind of- it was a nice shady ride on the hot day. They have a bucket of scissors and you just go and cut your own. Many excellent photo opportunities there!!! It seems like they have pumpkins available in the fall so we will definitely be returning! I cannot post much of the photos I took at the farm because my families faces are in them but here is a pic from the hay ride looking at the sunflower patch read more

Kelkenberg Farm - If you are allergic to bees, this may not be the place for you! - Active Life Near Me - Clarence Center, New York

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We had an amazing experience!! We came to the farm for pumpkins and a hayride. Someone in our family uses a wheelchair and we were able to do everything we were hoping to and more! On and off the hayride safely, without any issue or feeling like a problem. The animals were easily accessible in the barns, pathways got you across the lawn, and most games everyone could do. Staff were exceptional too! Kind, courteous, and engaging in every interaction from the cashier for tickets, to the gentleman teaching us about corn. Such a perfect place for fall! We can't wait to come back! read more

A friend invited me to join her mom's group as they toured the farm and I'm really glad I decided to tag along. 3 hours of fun for $8 ea. Kids under 2 are free. FUN FOR KIDS OF ALL AGES: - I'm not talking teens and tweens that might be pushing it, but from Little stroller babies to our young elementary students everyone had a great time. PET THE ANIMALS: - our little Future Farmers really enjoyed petting all of the different farm animals. From the tour guide taking out chicks to visiting a large room full of friendly and patient farm animals we got to see them all. There were chickens, cows, a calf, goats/kids(baby goats), sheep, dogs, horses, and rabbits. All of the animals there for petting had great temperaments and we're very used to our tiny humans. It was nice to see the baby goats running around freely. RIDES/PLAY AREAS: - part of our tour included a hay ride (tractor pulling you in a covered wagon with chairs and hay bales and the kids even got to take a lap on the pony ride. - after lunch the kids could roam around and see the animals again or they were able to play in the large sandbox complete with model construction trucks. WALK INS WELCOME: - Walk ins are welcome if you're only one or two families going together, but be sure to check the walk-in time. -Out of respect for the business, schedule a time if you're three families are more. Our group was very large and luckily they were able to accommodate us. REFRESHMENTS: - although we brought our lunch it was nice to know that we could purchase a water bottle, freshly made kettle corn, honey, and cookies at the main entrance. I was also told that in the fall they have pies. Yum! SEASONAL ATTRACTIONS: - in the fall they have a U-Pick pumpkin patch. - in the winter there are sleigh rides. I would definitely recommend this as a fun 3 hour activity for those moms that need to get out of the house. It was a great experience overall and I can't wait for my kids to be a little bit older before coming back four different but delightful experience. read more

I went with my daughter on a class field trip. Eleven 3-year-olds and the person who was giving us the tour kept all eleven entertained throughout. I was really impressed with how she interacted with all of the children and explained complicated topics at such a digestible and interesting level. They had a lot of cute and interactive activities for the children: * Lots of various animals to pet: chickens, hens, sheep, goats, cows, horses * The kids were able to milk a goat * They also had a pony ride * Tractor ride to pick pumpkins I also happened to purchase some of the frosted sugar cookies from their market and they are wonderful. Really some of the best sugar cookies I've had. read more

This place is incredible- I was a little biased going in due to some good kindergarten field trip memories (30 years ago) but it was far better than I remember or expected. You get a time slot online- it's $9/person and you check in with some super friendly girls at the entrance. $9 gets you access to pretty much everything besides the bouncy pillow jumper thing which is $4 for kids over age 4. We got to hold bunnies, hang out and pet a bunch of animals in the barns, pony rides, cornhole, plastic duck water races, and a big tractor to climb on. It wasn't busy- due to online reservations and that was awesome. You can take a tractor or horse drawn wagon ride into the sunflower field to admire them or pick your own. $5/6 or $20 for a whole vase full. Food was incredibly reasonable and we got 2 hot dogs and 2 ears of corn (literally the best I have ever eaten) for $10 total. They have cookies and baked goods for sale. I do wish they sold single cookies and not just by the dozen- because I didn't trust us not to consume an entire dozen before making it home. Everyone was working so hard and so kind. Things were super clean and this farm has managed to provide a bunch of activities that a reasonably priced without making it a circus attraction like some of the other similar farms around here. My kids were asking to go back before we even left the parking lot. Congrats to a job well done. read more

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I recently visited the Kelkenberg Farm for a young one's birthday party. It was my first time being there, but I wish i knew about it sooner! It is family ran and operated, the entire farm has a very family friendly feel. We were warmly greeted upon arrival and directed towards the party, we went on a farm tour, and also a hay ride. The entire experience was very educational, I learned so much about honey bees and all the other animals, I think the adults had just as much or more fun than the kids! There were lots of activities to participate in like pony rides, milking a goat, holding and petting various animals etc. We bought some fresh ground beef to make burgers and made them the same day, they were delicious. I would recommend the Kelkenberg Farm to anyone, especially if you have young ones. read more

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Brought my hiking group here for the afternoon and had a FABULOUS time. We had a large heated room with picnic tables, fridge, gas grill, so we could warm up and picnic in the middle of winter. Matt took us on a very informative and entertaining tour of the animals. Goats, sheep, draft horses, miniature horse and donkey, chickens (who evidently don't like Matt very much :), ducks (who do), turkeys, rabbits (we pulled angora off a beautiful girl), cats galore. Charlene took us on a hayride. Who knew horses would do a 3 point turn? Afterward, we did a short hike into the woods where we came across a fabulous old cemetery. Even found a geocache! All of this at a very reasonable price. Can't wait to return when the weather heats up. Thank you Kelkenberg Farms! read more

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This was our first time at Kelkenberg farms, and it was a lot of fun! We've been to many of the other local pumpkin farms, and it was pretty comparable as far as activities go. They have LOTS AND LOTS of animals, so if your kids like the live animal thing, this is the place for you! We saw chickens, goats, sheep, horses, and a few dogs/ cats. They have pony rides, a hay maze, water pump races, and corn milling. Our favorite part was the awesome horse drawn wagon that takes you to the pumpkin farm! The patch was full of pumpkins, and it was fun to pick them out. They have a variety of baked goods, honey, meat, and other such farm goods for sale too. He pricing was $13 per person, and anyone who wanted to go back to the patch had to have a band. read more

In stark contrast to Becker Farms which charges you for each activity (and not small charges) Kelkenberg farms is a fantastic value. As you walk in you can choose to pay $10 per person which includes 2 pony rides (for kids) a hayride, a pumpkin you select from the patch and a very up close and personal petting zoo. The staff is extremely friendly and informative about all of the animals on the farm. A great selection of horses, goats, sheep, pigs, even cattle. Throughout the farm there are lots of activities for the kids to take part in like duck races, corn shucking and even goat milking. This is a great alternative to some of the more "commercialized" farms in the area. And the homemade donuts were fantastic! read more

Great place. My family and I had a great time there. Helpful staff. Friendly animals. I would recommend to anyone.

We spent an afternoon here as part of a field trip with my son'd nursery school. A wonderful time was had by all. First, let me start off by saying how absolutely amazing the staff were. All of them. Everyone was so pleasant, kind, informative and just great. For $9.50 all of the children got 2 pony rides; a hayride to the pumpkin patch to pick out their pumpkin; a petting area; a corn maze; and a few other activities. Well worth the money - and we didn't even get a chance to go shopping in their market (but we could smell the freshly made donuts all day). read more

I went to this farm a few years ago with my mother and kids and had a great time. Decided to go this year with my father. The reason for a 3 star rating is solely this, it was a $13 admission fee for each. While the admission covered a hay ride to and from the pumpkin patch and choice of any pumpkin from the patch. It also included entrance to the farm and 2 pony rides each. As an adult one does not do pony rides and come on they know that. When we went a few years ago I remember the admission being a tad lower. I get inflation and all that but we were turned off at the cost. Non the less we got our wristbands and entered the farm. This is a family farm, I get that...there were a lot of people there that day and we were a tad disappointed in the concession area we got a hot cider and 2 donuts and went in. We walked around and looked at the animals, then waited in line for a pony ride. After that we went into the barn and my daughter did the hay maze a few times while my dad and I watched a goat getting milked. After that we went on the hay ride to get our pumpkins. The ride was a typical hay ride our driver was fun. The pumpkin patch had a lot of pumpkins and we choose 3 big ones. After the ride back we store the pumpkins in my car and walked around one more time. Taking in a last pony ride and then wiping off our muddy boots and washing our hands. It was a good afternoon but in all honesty not worth the $13 admission. read more

Took the kids here this morning (ages 4 and 3). They loved it! Everyone working there is very friendly and knowledgeable. The owners of the farm are actually around doing farm stuff! They are both very nice and seem excited to answer questions about the animals and farm. We arrived around 10:30 a.m. Not too many people there at that time. They had two ponies giving kids rides. We waited less than 10 minutes for a ride. We did just miss the horse drawn hay ride, and had to wait about 20 minutes or so for the next one. But the kids didn't mind - they played in the giant sand pile while waiting. Lots of animals around to pet. The restrooms were very clean :) Little market sells the BEST sugar cookies (as well as locally made honey and beef raised on the farm). The local meat was priced very reasonably. It did get busy as we were leaving - a large school group was heading in. Maybe cal ahead of time to see if there is a group tour scheduled. The lines for the pony rides and hay ride might get long with so many kids. I will definitely be back again. UPDATE! Don't forget to go during the winter months when they have sleigh rides. It is a really great outing for families! read more

Really disappointed with our first experience at Kelkenberg farm today. I checked their website and it said they were open until 6pm today, so we drove all the way there with our 14 month old twins and got there at about 5. We figured we would have plenty of time, especially because we usually only spend 30-40 minutes max at places because of the kids. We waited in line for about 20 minutes for donuts and then went over to check out the area with the animals when the owner turned us away. He said they stopped selling tickets at 5:30. It was 5:31. The website doesn't list anywhere that they stop selling tickets at 5:30; it just states that they are open until 6. I suggested to the gentleman that they should probably list this on the website that they stop selling tickets at 5:30 so that people could plan accordingly, and he kept talking over me saying it is on the website and that we should just go and shop or come back another day... after being turned away? With our two young children? As fellow family business owners, we were shocked. We would never turn people away. Especially because we were willing to pay $26 just to walk around for 15 minutes. I really expected more from a family run business, and I sincerely hope they make efforts to improve their customer service. Unimpressed. read more