Events at the Farm
The farm hosts public events every year to bring family, friends, and community together to share in the organic Farm experience. Come enjoy a pancake breakfast and learn about the farm’s maple sugaring practices at Maple Magic. Run or walk our beautiful trails at the Fun Run. Treat yourself to the best farm-to-table experience at the Harvest Dinner, the farm’s gala and annual fundraiser for the teen programs.
Our Next Event
Fun Run at the Farm
Sunday June 14th
Our scenic course is a 3 x 1 mile loop that includes road, gravel, grass, and trail. Farm or animal themed costumes are encouraged but NOT required!
Farm Discovery Days
Next date: Saturday, June 27th
Join us the last Saturday of every month for a schedule of programs for everyone in the family!
Pre-register below or just drop in (Note: The Teen Volunteering Morning does require pre-registration).
Looking for more of our Adult Workshops and Lectures? Check out this page.
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Next Date: June 27th, 8:30 - 10:30 AM
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Age Range: 12-18
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Volunteer work at NCOF is primarily farm chore-based and outdoors. So whether you’re looking to be in a beautiful setting, or enjoy meeting new people, or want to learn the principles behind organic farming, come volunteer on the farm.
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Saturday, June 27th 10:00 AM
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Age Range: 3-6 years, accompanied by an adult
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Join us on the Farm each month for our drop-in Preschool Farm Series. Each session includes seasonal hands-on nature exploration, active movement and play, and a story, all with a knowledgeable, engaging farm educator.
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$25/child, sibling discounts available
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Saturday, June 27th 9:30 AM
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Whether you’ve had waterfowl for years or you’re still on the fence on whether to get them yourself, this class is for you! This early summer workshop will be run by Ryder, poultry enthusiast, and Meeghan, the livestock manager of the NCOF.
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Although we will have a basic roadmap of what we want to talk about, your questions will ultimately dictate where we end up. This workshop is intended for ages 16 and up; if you have someone younger who is interested in attending, please reach out.
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$35/person
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Tuesday June 30th, 6:00 - 7:30 PM
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Age Range: Geared towards adults ages 16 and up; if you have younger children wanting to attend just let us know
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We'll learn about the flower varieties we grow on the Farm, how to harvest the flowers to ensure a healthy plant, and how to put together a stunning arrangement!
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No experience necessary. Pre-registration is required.
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Saturday July 18th, 3:00 - 4:30 PM
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Age Range: Geared towards adults ages 16 and up; if you have younger children wanting to attend just let us know
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Many of the crops we grow at the Farm can be used in natural dye-making. In this class, we’ll learn about how Farmer Madison prepares her dyes, and practice some techniques for patternmaking on napkins and handkerchiefs.
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No experience necessary. Pre-registration is required.
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Saturday August 15, 6:00 PM
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Age Range: Geared towards adults ages 16 and up; if you have younger children wanting to attend just let us know
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Dahlias are a year-round project at the Farm, from pre-sprouting in the early spring to early blooming in June, plentiful bouquets in August and September and digging up and separating tubers in the fall.
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Pre registration is required.
Natick Farm Event Calendar
Keep an eye out here for the latest happenings at the Farm, from CSA signups to Turkey reservations, Yoga at the Farm to Forest Gnomes registration, and everything in between!
There’s always something happening at the Farm!
Annual Farm Events
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2026 Date: January 14th
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Our Annual Meeting, held at the Farm, is a chance for the community to come together and learn what we've accomplished in the past year and our plans for the year ahead.
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2026 Date: March 14th
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Maple Magic celebrates the NCOF syrup-making season. Enjoy our own syrup along with pancakes (gluten-free available), butter, fruit compote, coffee, and juice. Dance off your sugar rush, check out our exhibits and nonprofit fair, and begin or end your morning with a maple-sugaring tour.
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2026 Date: May 9th
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Coinciding with our seedling sale in early May, Farm Fest is a family-fun event featuring music, food, local vendors, visits with lambs and goat kids, and child-centered activities like sack races and chicken-plop bingo.
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2026 Date: June 14th
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Come to this family fun run dressed as your favorite farm animal! This event brings together NCOF supporters of all ages to run, walk, or mosey down our scenic one-mile trail.
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2026 Date: July 18th
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Come on down to the Farm for a good old fashioned Barn Dance! Featuring a live band and caller, learn the basics of square dancing with our gorgeous barn and lands as a background!
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2026 Date: September 19th
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Further the NCOF mission while enjoying an exclusive farm-to-table dinner under the stars. Purchase a ticket, become an event sponsor, or donate an item for auction.
Birthday Parties
What better way to celebrate a birthday or special event than down on the farm? We are now offering a 90 minute party package which includes a 45 minute farm tour and a fun farm activity led by our experienced farm educators. The remaining time is reserved for your family and friends to continue the celebrations around our picnic tables – you may choose to share food and refreshments, play games, open presents etc.
- 90 minutes
- Up to 10 participants: $195 member, $225 nonmembers; $15 per additional guest up to 20
- Choose from a range of farm activities listed below. Some activities are suitable year-round and some are seasonal.
- Fill out our interest form to request your date/time and our coordinator will get back to you within a few days.
- Further details available on our interest form.
Birthday Party Activities
Bunny Circle
Year-round
Meet the Chickens
Year-round
Goat Encounters
Seasonal - check for availability
Planting Project
Year-round
Wildflower Seed Bomb
Year-round
Animal Craft
Year-round
Maple Sugaring Tour
Seasonal
Storytime
Year-Round
Tasting Tour
Seasonal
Investigate Decomposers
Year-round