Halloween Parade at the Farm! A spook-tacular time! 10.27 2:00 - 3:00

Little ghosts, goblins, and giggles will fill the air as tiny tots march through the farm visiting our furry animals in their spook-tacular costumes! From pint-sized pumpkins to baby superheroes, the Halloween Tot Parade is aways a festive swirl of creativity and cuteness. Our friends from Music Together of Fairfield will lead us in a sing-a-long of spooky musical fun. Sing, dance, and play with us and join in our musical parade!

Children ages 0-5 are welcome to attend. Wear your costume! Each child will receive a mini pumpkin donated by Trader Joes Westport.

**Please note: The rain date for this event is 10/29 @ 2:00 PM

Family Tickets are good for up to 4 people.

Single tickets can be added on for any additional guest(s) attending with people who have Family Tickets. Limited tickets are available.

Inclusive Neurodiverse Farmer Program Fall 2 starting 10/17

This program is a place where your child can just be themselves—exploring nature, making animal friends, and learning at their own perfect pace.

Welcome to Wakeman Town Farm’s Inclusive Neurodiverse Farmer Program! We provide a welcoming, sensory-friendly environment designed for children of all abilities. Guided by Leann and Alex—instructors trained specifically to support neurodiverse learners—your child will build confidence through gardening, outdoor play, and animal connection. No pressure, no rush—just pure outdoor magic. To learn more about this child and caregiver class select the button below.

New! Holiday Hors d' oeuvres Class with Chef Laura Weinman 11.18.27

Holiday Hors d' oeuvres Class with Chef Laura Weinman 11.18.27, 6:30 p.m., $150 pp

They’re coming! Holiday parties! And whether it’s having a pantry and freezer ready with nibbles when a few friends drop in for cocktails and cheer, or prepping for your annual festivities and looking for new crowd- pleasing recipes, we’ll create delicious bites and share strategies about getting it done and enjoying the party! Feel free to BYO wines or festive libations! No refunds! As is our policy, we do not offer refunds or makeups. If you cannot make it to class, you may sell or donate your tickets.

HOLIDAY HORS D’OEUVRES MENU TO INCLUDE:

Gravlax on Mini Latkes

Crostini with toppings like Wild Mushrooms, Cognac and Cream,  or Brie with Cranberry Chutney and Pears

Bite-Sized Falafels with Homemade Hummus and Pita

Arancini w Gremolata

Scallion Pancakes with Soy Dipping Sauce

And we will create a Stationary Hors D’oeuvres Station, where guests will love to help themselves to:

Stilton, Walnuts and Honey

Sweet and Spiced Nuts

Marinated Olives

Winter Vegetable Bagna Cauda Dip with Blanched Veggies

Savory Galette of Onions and Roasted Butternut Squash and Gruyere

Flavors of Fall + Winter - Kids' Cooking Series for Grades 3-7 - session 2 starts 10.28.26

Flavors of the Fall: A Culinary Workshop Series for Grades 3-7, Wednesdays

Celebrate the crisp autumn season by cooking scratch-made comfort foods from the Farm’s late harvest. In this after-school Wednesday series, Young chefs will knead, chop, and bake wholesome ingredients, mastering essential kitchen skills and culinary independence in an engaging, hands-on environment. Nurture a lifelong love of real, clean food with delicious seasonal recipes designed for young culinary explorers!

Session 1 Fall Recipes include Harvest Apple & Cinnamon Oat Muffins featuring freshly picked WTF apples and a crunchy streusel topping, Mini Turkey & Autumn Veggie Pot Pies baked in individual ramekins with a flaky pastry crust and Build-Your-Own flatbreads topped with roasted butternut squash, thinly sliced pears, and melty fontina.

Session 2 Session 2 recipes will move into more comforting winter offerings. We welcome the holidays with our cozy cooking session. Weekly meals include: Thanksgiving-inspired favorites, warming soups, homemade pies, and delectable traditional baked goods reminiscent of Christmas and Hannukkah.

Chef Bio: Culinary instructor Chef Robyn empowers kids to build confidence and creativity through cooking. In her engaging, hands-on classes, young chefs learn fundamental safety, essential kitchen skills, and how to whip up healthy, delicious meals from scratch.

Choose one or both sessions:

SOLD OUT! Session 1 -  9/2, 9/9, 9/16, 9/23NO CLASS, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21 (7 classes), $455

Session 2-10/28, 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 12/2, 12/9, 12/16 (7 classes), $455

Time: 4:15-5:30

Ages: Grades 3-7

Students: Max 12

Wine Dinner with Pairings - Santa Barbara County - Second in a Series - 11.19.26

WTF WINE SERIES DINNER - SANTA BARBARA COUNTY WINES

Thursday, November 19, 2026, 7 P.M.

Join award-winning Chef Alison Milwe Grace and Host Charlie Tarzian for the second in a series of intimate wine dinners celebrating notable wine regions and locally grown seasonal fare.  

Proceeds from the dinner series will benefit the renovation of the Wakeman Town Farm Town Farm Barn into a community educational center to serve local children, adults and underprivileged neighbors.

Price is $200 per guest, and includes wines, full meal and service.

SANTA BARBARA COUNTY WINES

In this fall-inspired multi-course menu with wine pairings, our host introduces you to Santa Barbara, CA wines to complement each course. The concept is to present new and exciting, up-and-coming winemakers to a local audience.  These are amazing winemakers, passionate about their craft and come from working for some of the most famous Santa Barbara wineries. The two we have selected for November are Amevive Wine: https://amevivewine.com/) and DeFoe Wine https://dafoewines.com/.

LATE FALL MENU

STARTER

Baked Goat Cheese Crostini with Hot Honey

2024 Grenache Syrah Mourvèdre (Grenache Syrah Mourvèdre, an homage to the classic Rhône GSM: Stunning aromatics with plush, velvety mouthfeel)

SALAD

Arugula, Baby Kale, Toasted Almonds, Green Apples and Honey Chevre with Lemon Vinaigrette

 2025 Roussanne (Rare, full-bodied white wine grape – Los Olivos District )

MAIN COURSE (CHOOSE ONE)

Herb Crusted Lamb Chops, Potato “Gratin”, Roasted Baby Carrots

Or

Rustic Lentil and Mushroom Ragu Served Over Pappardelle

2023 Syrah (Bold, Spicy Red)

DESSERT

Dark Chocolate Sea Salt and Rosemary Pudding

2024 Blanc de Noirs - Sparkling Grenache Blanc (Bright sparkling greets with flavors of lemon-lime, green pear, green apple, and a bit of spice)

New! Beer Garden Oct 18! Tickets On sale now! Rain Date is Oct 25

It’s SWEATA WEATHA! Join us on the Farm for our annual family Beer Garden event on Sunday, Oct. 18, sponsored by Earth Animal (Rain Date is Sept 25, noon-4 pm). Highlights include live music by Third Rail, lawn games, bubbles, animal encounters, and seasonal crafts for the littles. We will also have some great local vendors, including: Come hungry: There will be plenty of lunch options and goodies for purchase, including Pizza by Tony Pizza Napolitano and tasty offerings from our friends at Food Truck Refinery and delicious baked treats. We will pouring frosty local beers and adult beverages, sponsored by Greens Farms Spirits. Noon-4 p.m. Bring your lawn chairs, invite some friends, and enjoy a fantastic fall day on the Farm!

TICKET INFO + RESTRICTIONS: Entry tickets are $15 per adults. Kids are free. Food + beverage + select craft purchases are a la carte. Proceeds benefit Farm educational programs. Please note: This is an outdoor-only event. No animals allowed. Just added: Rain Date Oct 25, noon-4!

SORRY: NO REFUNDS! We cannot issue refunds due to opportunity costs. Proceeds will go towards paying vendors and costs. Any leftover funds will be put towards educational programming. Thank you for understanding.

SPONSORS: A HUGE THANK-YOU TO OUR AMAZINGLY GENEROUS SPONSORS!
Gault, LandTech, Saugatuck Sweets/Al’s Angels and Help for Kids

Tickets going fast! Late Fall Farm Dinner with Chef Genee Habansky of Herbaceous Catering 11.5.26

Join us for a farewell to fall, featuring menu elements from our local farmers and fishermen. This is a hyper-local event celebrating the best of the local harvest, and guests will choose from a fish, beef or vegetarian entree (below). $150 pp. Includes full meal, service and taxes.
Cancellation policy: Due to opportunity costs, we do not offer refunds for any reason, but you are welcome to gift or sell your tickets, provided you give us the names of the individuals who will join us in your place. Thank you.

Wakeman Town Farm

November Farm to Table Dinner 

Welcome Drink

Spiced Apple Cardamom Shrub

First Course

Honey Nut Squash Parmigiana
Featuring preserved tomato garlic confit, burrata & micro basil

 Main Course (Choose one per person at checkout)

Filet of Beef or Local Scallops or Braised Watermelon Radish
Served with mashed cauliflower, toasted Brussels sprout leaves, toasted pine nuts & buerre blanc 

Dessert

Pear Crumble
Topped with caramel, pumpkin seed brittle, brown butter ice cream & pear chip

Few spots left! Gobble + Gather: Thanksgiving-themed Cooking for Kids 11.13.26

New! Pies for Good! Thanksgiving Pie + Ice cream sale for charity - 11.3.26–11.21.26

PIES FOR GOOD - THIS YEAR, WE WILL BE DOING OUR ANNUAL CHARITY PIE SALE WITH PICKUP AT EARTH ANIMAL ON THE POST ROAD IN WESTPORT! 25 POST ROAD EAST, Westport, CT.
Don't miss the WAKEMAN TOWN FARM THANKSGIVING PIE SALE featuring the BEST pies around. The pie sale is in support of Earth Animal’s Mitten Project benefitting CT Food Share.

Please note. The pies will be picked up down the street at Earth Animal, NOT Wakeman Town Farm!

You can place orders for freshly baked* 9” pies from Oronoque Farms, including Apple, Apple Crumb, Blueberry, Blueberry Crumb, Cherry, Cherry Crumb, and Pumpkin** pies. New for 2026, Oronoque Farms is also offering delicious Cinnamon Walnut Coffee Cakes. As an added bonus, you can now make your order a la mode with pints of Madagascar Vanilla or Bourbon Brown Sugar ice cream from Lindsay’s Handmade Ice Cream.

•          TO ORDER: Order at the link below between November 03–21. Pies are $25/each, Coffee Cake $14.50/each, Ice Cream $10/each

•          DATES: Sales Open Sunday, 10/18 at WTF Oktoberfest Beer Garden and through the order link below and close Thursday, 11/19 5:00pm.

•          PICKUP: Monday, 11/23, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM*** at EARTH ANIMAL, 925 POST ROAD EAST, Westport, CT.

*FOR THE FRESHEST TASTE, PIES NEED TO BE EITHER FROZEN THE DAY OF PICKUP, OR EATEN WITHIN 3 DAYS.

**PUMPKIN PIES ARE FROZEN AND UNBAKED.**  

*** PLEASE NOTE THAT ANY PIES, COFFEE CAKES AND ICE CREAM NOT PICKED UP BY 7:00PM ON 11/23 WILL BE DONATED TO THE GILLESPIE CENTER FIRST THING ON 11/24.

WTF Farmstand is Open Every Sat 9-1 through october

Project Monarch Science App: Lean how to track Petey's migration to Mexico

Track the Farms own Monarch Petey as he migrates towards Mexico. Monarch Conservation Specialist Alice Ely carefully placed a radio tag on Petey so all can track his journey. Our Fantastic Farmhands class had the opportunity to release him with Alice.

Download the Free Project Monarch science app and type in his name Petey2026 and you will be able to see his journey.  This is only the second year this technology has existed, and it providing lots of insights into the incredible feat that monarch butterflies accomplish, flying as many as 2000 miles to reach their wintering ground, high in the mountains of Mexico.

You can join the tracking network by downloading the free app on the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.

Fall Sessions 1 & 2: Little Farmer Parent & Me

Join us for one hour of a week for this Fall with your child on the Farm, while connecting with other children and parents in the community. You’ll enjoy fun and developmentally appropriate experiences with your little one in a weekly enrichment class designed to foster social skills and independence. Time will be spent outdoors interacting with Farm animals. We can’t wait to see you!

Little Farmers Parent and Me is appropriate for children from 0 - 3 years old.

Please note, this is an adult + child class; adults are expected to participate.

There are TWO fall session, Fall 1 is September- October and Fall 2 is November - December

Fall Sessions 1 & 2 Curious Sprouts Farm Class for Pre Schoolers Ages 3 -5 with Caregiver

Enjoy quality time at Wakeman Town Farm with your little one and a small group of other nature loving parents and kids. Together, your preschooler and you will help care for and interact with the Farm’s sheep, chicken, goats, and, of course, the Farm’s furry Alpacas. Time will be spent outdoors interacting with Farm animals.

Appropriate for children ages 3 - 5 years old.

Caregiver, sitter, family member, or another adult is welcome in lieu of parent.

Sold out! Fall Sesson 2 - 6-Week Cooking Series for the Minis (k-2). starts 11.9.26

Sold out! Mondays are for our Minis! Designed for our youngest chefs in Grades K–2 with Chef Kathleen, these hands-on classes spark curiosity and confidence in the kitchen. Students harvest fresh vegetables from the garden, gather eggs from the hens, and cook with the best seasonal ingredients.

Welcome back to WTF Monday Minis’ session! This class is an introduction to the kitchen using age- appropriate tools and ingredients to give kids confidence. When weather permits, we will begin class in the garden, foraging to cook what we grow. In the first session, it is back-to-school snacks and healthy and delicious meals. We will finish the season using our ingredients from the summer garden of tomatoes, pesto, squash, apples and herbs. In Session 2, we welcome the holidays with our cozy meals, inspired by Thanksgiving, Christmas and Channukkah, including baked goods, pies, and delectable winter faves.

Fall Session 1 - SOLD OUT!
4:15-5:30 - 7 Classes, $455. Session includes ingredients, instruction and materials.
August 31, September 14, 28, October 5, 19, 26, November 2

Fall Session 2 - OPEN! 4:15-5:30, November 9, 16, 23, 30, December 7, 14, 21 - 7 Classes, $455.

Sessions includes ingredients, instruction and materials.

Sold out! Trick, Treat + Eat: A spooky Halloween One-Off Special Kids' Cooking Class 10.16.26

Trick, Treat and Eat Trick, Treat + Eat: A Spooky Halloween Kids' Cooking Class

October 16th - 4:30-6:30

Ages: 7-11

Max:  14

Welcome to Fall at Wakeman Town Farm with a frightfully fun Friday Night Halloween culinary adventure! Drop off the kids for a night of cooking, baking, and kitchen fun, as our young chefs mix, measure, and portion their own spooky creations. On the menu: savory "Eyeball" Meatballs, turkey-ricotta meatballs served over tangled pasta marinara featuring farm-fresh tomatoes and garlic, paired with scratch-made “Finger” breadsticks. For dessert, we will craft "Mini Monster" chocolate devil’s food cakes decorated with custom spooky faces, and top it all off with fizzy beverages from our festive Boo Bar. This workshop builds kitchen confidence while letting young chefs feast on every bite of their delicious creations!

Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/trick-treat-eat-halloween-cooking-for-kids-tickets-1999204300881?aff=oddtdtcreator

Sold out! Wine Dinner with Pairings featuring Sonoma County wines 9.23.26

Fall Wine Dinner to Benefit the Farm  

Join award-winning Chef Alison Milwe Grace and Host Charlie Tarzian for the first in a series of intimate
wine dinners celebrating notable wine regions and locally grown seasonal fare.  

Proceeds from the dinner series will benefit the renovation of the Wakeman Town Farm Town Farm Barn into a community educational center to serve local children, adults and underprivileged neighbors.

Price is $200 per guest, and includes wines, full meal and service.

FALL MENU + SONOMA COUNTY WINES

In this fall-inspired multi-course menu with wine pairings, you will be introduced to an array of wines to complement each course by the host. The concept is to introduce exciting, new up and coming winemakers to a Westport audience.  These are amazing winemakers, passionate about their craft and come from working for some of the most famous California wineries. The two we have selected for September are from Sonoma: Spur Road Wines (https://spurroadwines.com/) Oxlee Graham Wines (oxleegrahamwines.com). They are focused on Pinot Noir and some of the less-known whites from California - Albarino, Pinot Blanc, Chenin Blanc, Picpoul.

STARTERS

White Pinot Noir

 Sliced pears, local chevre, mixed local greens, citrus vinaigrette

Fresh baguettes

Baked brie with WTF honey for the table

ENTREES

Sonoma Pinot Noir

Wild mushroom risotto with white truffles

Or

Seared duck breast with cherry sauce, parsnip puree

DESSERT

Albarino

Caramelized pear tart with crème fraiche

Sold out! Harvest Fest 2026

Harvest Fest 2026
This is the Farm's biggest fundraising and food + wine event of the year. Held on the Farm grounds, under a tent draped with twinkling lights, Harvest Fest is a magical evening, featuring seasonal fare by local farmers and chefs, live music by Amber Anchor and Farmer Nick’s Band, and more. Wine and signature cocktails will be flowing! In addition to fab food and drinks, there will be a live auction, including a variety of exclusive culinary and travel experiences, such as private chef dinners in our very own Tim’s Kitchen; VIP trips, an exclusive stay at Watch Hill's luxe Ocean House resort, a Wine Wall, a Mixed Bar Wall, and a Paddle Raise to help us raise funds to support our educational efforts.

It's a FUN-Raiser!

We are doing the event cocktail-party style, with tents and multiple food stations (no sit-down dinner) so guests can mix and mingle and stroll the gardens and grounds. Please arrive on time, as the main food portion of the evening is from 6-7:30 pm. After the eating + drinking...we will be bringing the guests inside the tent for a live band, more drinks, dessert, and the real reason we are all here: The live auction and paddle raise to support the Farm’s mission to provide education to folks of all ages, incomes, and abilities. Once the live auction wraps, it's time to hit the dance floor and groove to our live band!

Thanks to supporters like you, Wakeman Town Farm has made a difference in the community for 10+ years. We’d like to invite you to celebrate that achievement and support our next decade of community impact.

This is more than just a fun night out. It’s the Farm’s most important fundraiser of the year. We count on attendees and guests to bid on live auction items and/or raise paddles to support the Farm at this event. It’s a FUNraiser, so please plan to give generously!

Seating is Limited + Tickets Sell Out Extremely Fast!

This is a communal seating event, so you may be sitting next to “new friends.” We are unable to reserve full or partial tables for groups.

Dietary/Menu Note

Sorry! We cannot accommodate special dietary restrictions. Our chefs work tirelessly to create the evening's menu based on what's best in the local markets.

Cancellation & Refunds Note

Regrettably, we cannot issue refunds, as we have accrued considerable costs in planning the event. If you’d like to pass along your ticket to a friend, kindly have them come in your name to eliminate issues at check in.

Food + Drink Vendors Include:

House of Cocktails
Danos Tequila
Greens Farms Spirits
Barcelona
Via Posa
Yama Fuji Sushi
Nit Noi Provisions
The Cottage
Fatto a Mano Breads Bakery
Herbaceous Catering
AMG Catering
Best in Gourmet
Lindsay’s Handmade Ice Cream

Our Sponsors Rock! We Are Grateful for the Support of our Friends:
HARVEST FEST SPONSORS

BMW of Darien

Freudigman & Billings LLC

Danna Rogers & Jen Kass Team at Higgins Group

CT Realty Trust

Coastal Luxury Homes

Jumping Fish Productions

Jim Rubin & Faye Weitzman

Doug Robinson & Dana Ruston-Robinson

Steven & Nicole Gerber

Paul & Marguerite Rossi

Leifer Properties

Town Fair Tire Foundation

The Romano Family

The Fey Family Foundation

WTF Cozy Loop Collective Oct-dec: Drop-In Dates Any time Between 9:30 - 11:30 am

Come join the Wakeman Town Farm Cozy Loop Collective. In this warm, welcoming environment held at the Farm, individuals of all skill levels can gather to share their passion for working with any fiber they enjoy. This is not limited to knitting all are welcome.

Enjoy your morning coffee or tea in a relaxed environment, where you can exchange tips, patterns, and stories on what you are working on. Participants should bring their own projects to work on along with their skillset and can connect with Judy Sloan, our resident knitting aficionado on any questions they may have with their work. The Wakeman Town Farm Cozy Loop Collective will foster a sense of community, encouraging conversation, creativity, and connection. Its the perfect place to unwind and create together.

Please know that it is not necessary to stay for the entire time, drop in and out for what works with your schedule during the window this will take place.

All knitters and crafters welcome to join. You do not have to be a knitter; we welcome people who work with all fibers and yarn.

This event is free but we ask for you to register so we know the size group we can expect.

Upcoming Dates the group will meet are

10/13, 11/10, & 12/8

Afternoon Plein Air Painting on the Farm for Adults 9.14.26

Come create art on the farm en “plein air”. 9.14.26 12:00 - 3:00 pm

Enjoy painting at the Farm with the pastoral backdrop of Wakeman Town Farm. Whether you are a beginner or professional, all levels are welcome.

Please bring all your own art supplies and tools, and the Farm will provide the setting for "Plein Air" painting.

At the end of class, kindly clean up and take any supplies and garbage with you off the Farm grounds.

Registration is free, but we ask you to sign up so we know who will be on the Farm.

Sold out! Fall in Tuscany: An adult culinary class inspired by the hill towns of Italy 9.17.26

Harvest Cooking Class with Chef Laura Weinman 9.17.26 @6:00 p.m., $125 pp, BYO your favorite libation. We suggest a hearty Tuscan red wine made from the Sangiovese grape, such as a Chianti, Brunello di Montalcino, or Super Tuscan.
Due to opportunity costs, we can not accept refunds. Feel free to donate or sell tickets if you can't make it.

Tuscan foods are simple and sun-drenched and feature fresh herbs and extra virgin olive oil instead of heavy sauces. Delicious natural flavors shine through in a cuisine that is healthful, economical and celebrates its raw ingredients.

Join us for a culinary trip with the flavors and techniques of Tuscany, to include:

TUSCAN MENU

-Panzanella Salad with Heirloom Tomatoes if the weather is hot, out or a Cozy Ribollita Soup if its not!
-We will prepare Pollo al Mattone (Chicken under a brick) with Potatoes and Arugula

-Bistecca a la Fiorentina with Cannelini Beans and Braised Greens
-Of course, we will finish with a Classic Tiramisu for dessert