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Pasture Playdates: Spring Edition

Limited Time Event! Dates & Spots Limited!

Tickets available now

Spring is our favorite time of year, and it’s the perfect opportunity to meet all the new arrivals at Jet Black Farms. Join us in the pasture for an unforgettable 45-minute experience filled with baby animals.

During your visit, you’ll have the chance to interact with our Highland calves, a friendly longhorn calf, energetic baby goats, and more. Experience feeding, brushing, and snuggling with these adorable babies while also learning about their unique qualities and care.

Tickets are priced at $150 and accommodate groups of 1-6 people, making it easy for families and friends to join in the fun. We also offer an optional add-on for t-shirts, which will be available for pickup upon your arrival.

To capture these special moments, we have designated photo opportunities set up throughout the pasture. We recommend dressing accordingly for the weather, closed toe shoes are required on the farm, and please note that no pets are allowed on site. All participants will be required to sign our liability waiver, prior to your session. Children under 16 years of age, must be accompanied by an adult.

Rain dates will be offered when necessary. You can reschedule your appointment 24 hours prior to your session. No refunds available.

This experience is only available for six days, and spots are limited. Reserve your visit today and make our kick-off to Spring, memorable at Jet Black Farms!

All groups must have a ticket, prior to arriving on the farm. You will receive one ticket per group. No more than 6 people in a group. Additional participants that show up will be charged a $50 fee.

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Family-Centered Activities Everyone Will Love

At Jet Black Farms, we offer a unique opportunity for families to spend quality time together while engaging in fun and interactive activities. Here are some of our top offerings that ensure a memorable experience for all ages:

  • Traveling Petting Zoo:

    Our petting zoo brings the joy of animal encounters right to your doorstep. Whether its a birthday party, 4H meeting, family reunion, group event, or school event, we can bring a whole new level of fun to your event! Children can interact with friendly animals, creating unforgettable memories with their friends and family. The list of our current animals involved in our petting zoo, can be found on the booking page! — [1 hour | $300 | Additional hours optional | Travel fees included under 25 miles from the farm; $1.50 per mile after]

  • Herd You’re Getting Married:

    Make your special day even more remarkable with our mini moos & farm friends. From charming fluffy mini moos to our popular "beer donkey," your guests will enjoy a fun and unique experience that makes your wedding unforgettable. **PLEASE CHECK WITH YOUR VENUE FIRST IF THIS IS ALLOWED BEFORE BOOKING ** ** Deposits are non refundable for any reason unless due to bad weather** — [1 hour | $600 | Additional hours optional | Travel fees included under 35 miles from the farm; $1.50 per mile after]

  • Goat Gram: Bringing Joy Anywhere

    Introduce a dose of joy and cuteness into your day with a Goat Gram! Our adorable baby goats are ready to visit you or someone special at work, school, or home. Imagine the delight of snuggling, petting, and feeding these lively little creatures.

    Goat Grams are perfect for brightening someone’s day! Whether it’s a colleague who needs a pick-me-up, a friend celebrating a milestone, a student looking for a fun distraction, or a child in need of an extra snuggle, our baby goats will surely bring smiles and laughter to everyone around.

    Book your Goat Gram today and let the snuggly charm of our baby goats create unforgettable moments. Brighten someone’s day—one goat at a time! For the month of February, we bringing along a small gift & flower for your recipients, in honor of Valentine’s Day! — [30 Mins | $80 | Serving Carroll & Howard County + some parts of Frederick County, Baltimore County & lower Hanover PA. Surrounding counties may incur a travel fee]

  • Mini Animal Photo Sessions:

    For photographers looking to capture heartwarming moments, we host mini sessions, featuring our current mini and baby animals on the farm! Our setups are designed to create the perfect backdrop, allowing families to take beautiful photos with our lovable animals.

    Available themes: Valentines Day, Easter/Spring, Goat Milk Bath, Mommy & Me, Autumn / Fall, & Christmas ** Rain dates scheduled as needed — [1 Hour min. | $50 non-refundable deposit | $100 per hour]

These activities foster bonding, laughter, and cherished memories. Contact us to book your event or for more information about our services.

Note: Our photo sessions booking option is only for photographers. If you are interested in having your picture taken on our farm / with our animals, please contact us for info on when our next available photographers will be here! We will also post event info on our facebook page!

Check out our Facebook page for more activities and events happening on the farm. Stay updated with our latest offerings and join us for fun experiences throughout the year.

Traveling Petting Zoo & Weddings can be booked May - September.

Photo Session availability revolves around the following themes:

  • January-February: Valentines Day

  • March-April: Easter / Spring

  • April-May: Mothers Day / Mommy & Me

  • September-October: Fall

  • November-December: Christmas

Please note that animals are subject to change per season! The list below is updated regularly with the animals we are currently using for our events.

Our Current Event Crew:

  • Our Cow on Duty: 1 y/o Highland Bull

  • Our Donkey on Duty: 3 y/o Mini Donkey

  • Our Babies on Duty: (2) 3 week old bottle baby Pygmy Goats [feeding optional!]

Coming soon to the Event Crew:

  • Cow on Duty: 6 month old HighPark Heifer [in training] will be available for Easter Minis!

  • Cow on Duty #2: 6 month old Highland bull [in training]

  • Babies on Duty: Baby Chicks [will be hatched for Easter minis]

  • Babies on Duty #2: Baby Ducklings [will be hatched for Easter minis]

— Easter / Spring mini session booking will open March 15th, 2025. Only 4 open weekends. Reservations will book up fast! —