Holiday Happenings this November & December at Cider Hill Farm
- Cider Hill Farm Team
- Nov 11, 2025
- 4 min read
Celebrate the Season at the Farm!
The holidays are just around the corner, and there’s no better place to soak up the festive spirit than at the farm! From crisp autumn walks through our orchards to cozy weekends with Mrs. Claus, cider tastings, holiday markets, and Giving Tuesday surprises, we’ve lined up a season full of family-friendly fun, local flavors, and small moments that make big memories.
Whether you’re picking out the perfect tree, sampling award-winning frost ciders, sharing donuts with someone special, or just enjoying a peaceful stroll in the orchards, there’s something for everyone. Mark your calendars, grab your loved ones, and join us for a season of warmth, joy, and farm-fresh holiday cheer!
Enter to Win: Holiday Gift Basket Giveaway
Saturday, November 8 – Sunday, November 30
Get into the holiday spirit with our Holiday Gift Basket Giveaway! We’ve set up eight beautifully curated gift baskets in the farm store, each filled with artisanal and locally made treasures. To enter, simply scan the code next to each basket you find. Winners will be selected at random and announced via email on Monday, December 1. No purchase is necessary to enter. Winners must be able to pick up their basket by December 14.
Free November Orchard Walk
Saturdays & Sundays | November 8–30 | 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Bundle up and enjoy the crisp fall air on a self-guided stroll through our orchards. Take in the season’s colors, breathe in the fresh orchard scents, and savor a peaceful walk surrounded by nature. No tickets required. Just come and enjoy a quiet moment in the orchards. Warm up after with hot soup at our November Hot Soup Station, cider, coffee and more available in the farm store.
Final Free Hard Cider Tasting
Friday, November 21 | 4:00–6:00 PM
Join us at the farm for a cozy afternoon of cider tasting! We’ll be offering complimentary samples of our award-winning hard ciders alongside our non-alcoholic sparkling cider - each crafted right here on the farm.
This month’s featured ciders are a special duo: Winter and Bourbon Barrel Aged Winter. Both belong to a rare style known as frost ciders, a time-consuming and labor-intensive process that yields something truly special. To make frost cider, we freeze fresh-pressed cider and slowly thaw it, concentrating the sugars and flavors into an intensely rich juice. After months of careful fermentation, the result is Winter: a cider that captures the essence of 20 apples in every bottle. It’s sweet yet crisp, with layers of depth and brightness that continue to evolve beautifully in the bottle.
Bourbon Barrel Aged Winter begins with the very same base as Winter, and then it’s aged patiently in bourbon barrels for two years. This extended rest infuses it with warm, smooth notes of oak, vanilla, and spice, creating a cider that feels both luxurious and comforting.
Black Friday at the Farm Store
Friday, November 28, 2025
Kick off the holiday season with a little extra cheer at the Farm Store! For one day only, take 50% off any single item. It’s the perfect chance to treat yourself or pick up a thoughtful gift for someone special.
This offer is valid Friday, November 28 only and applies to one item per customer. Please note: exclusions include hard cider, non-alcoholic cider, bagged coffee, holiday greens and trees, and items sold through our online store. Stop by, shop local, and enjoy the spirit of the season with us!
Story Time with Mrs. Claus
November 29–30 & December 6–7
’Tis the season for holiday magic at the farm! Join us for two festive weekends filled with cheer and family fun. Visit with Mrs. Claus, write heartfelt letters to Santa, and sip warm cocoa as you soak in the holiday spirit.
It’s a joyful time to slow down, make memories, and celebrate being together. Tickets are required for this event.
Small Business Saturday: Meet the Makers
Friday, November 29 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Get into the holiday spirit at the farm! Pick out your perfect holiday tree, sip cocoa and cider, and explore a festive market featuring local artisans and makers. Meet and shop from Twisted Crochet, Jewell Town Pottery, KAHA Coffee, L’Amore Della Pasta, Made by Mae Day, Sara Argue Designs & Illustration, Simply Abby Designs, Main Street Naturals, Merrimack Valley Icelandic Horses, and more!
It’s a day full of holiday cheer, unique gifts, and delicious treats - perfect for the whole family.
Giving Tuesday at the Farm Store
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
This Giving Tuesday, spread a little extra holiday cheer! When you purchase one dozen of our famous cider donuts, you’ll receive half a dozen extra to share with someone who could use a smile this season.
Offer valid in-store only on December 2, 2025. Not valid for online orders. Limits apply.
Come by, treat yourself, and pay it forward with a sweet surprise for someone special!
