We proudly support our brave men and women in the armed forces! This season, with each full-price paid ticket, present it at the ticket booth to receive a FREE ticket for a military member. The military member must show a valid military ID to claim their complimentary ticket. The military person must be present. We also proudly support veterans and first repsonders through the Vettix.org site. Don't delay, sign up as the tickets go fast!

Arrival Times: Friday: You can arrive starting at 5:00 PM, gate opens at 5:30 PM. Saturday & Sunday: You can arrive starting at 3:30 PM, gates open at 4:00 PM. Expect heavy traffic after 6:00 PM.

Main Parking ($10, cash only): Location: 6948 Cecil Farm Rd., Archdale, NC. Fee for large vehicles: $20. Preferred Parking ($20, cash only): Location: 1616 Kersey Valley Rd., Archdale, NC. No large vehicles allowed.

There were several factors that went into the decision to transition to card and mobile payment-only transactions. Faster. Eliminating the need to make change allows for quicker transaction times and lower wait times, making the guest experience even better! Efficiency. The cashless model allows us to operate more efficiently and effectively, giving our team members the opportunity to focus more on you, our guest. Safer. Keeping guests and team members safe is the number one priority for us on the farm. Cashless models have proven to be a safer model to implement across the retail and hospitality industries.

We accept all major types of card payments that our POS system accepts. We also accept all digital, contactless payments that Square accepts, such as Apple Pay, etc.

Yes. However, we recommend against it. If you come with cash and not with credit, debit, or mobile, there is one option available. A cash-to-gift card option is available at Gotcha Covered. Guests will be able to transfer cash onto a Kersey Valley gift card. The gift card can then be used throughout the farm for purchases.

If you have money left on your gift card the value that remains on the card can be used at our farm on future dates. It will not expire. Or you can go to Gotcha Covered and receive cash back for any money left on the gift card.

To visit Santa, you must purchase a time slot online in advance. This is the only way to ensure you can see Santa and help us manage wait times efficiently. Purchasing online guarantees your timeslot. Upon arrival, you must check in at Santa's Workshop. If you’ve purchased digital downloads, be sure to stop by the Photo Shots building before leaving to activate your downloads.

YES! Since capacity is very limited we will sell out most nights, so walk-ups could be turned away once we reach capacity unless you are Military and are picking up your free ticket. As with any of our events parking can take up to 1 hour. The objective for us is to make an evening where you get in quickly and have fun with the whole family participating in the activities.

Digital Photo Packages: (Includes, Santa, Grinch, & Magical Carriage)
Note: Photos sessions have a max poses of 2 poses to be fair on the time.
$50 digital download of all your images

Print Only Photo Options:
$20 6×8 print and one folder

Extras available onsite:
$15 for add-on 6×8 prints
$4 Photo folder

We do have handicapped parking and the Kersey Valley Express train ride does have an accessible car for wheelchairs. The pathways throughout the farm are paved in the main areas. Preferred parking does not have handicapped parking and we suggest using the main lot. Make sure to tell the parking attendant you need handicapped parking and they will direct you.

Click the BOOK NOW button on top of the page to see live availability. You can arrive as early as 5:00 pm Friday, 3:30 pm  Saturday and Sunday.  Gates open at 5:30 pm Friday and 4:00 pm Saturday and Sunday.  Plan on heavy traffic after 6:00 pm. $10 per car $20 for 20 passenger van + Park Operation Hours: 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm Fridays 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm Saturdays / Sundays

All activities we offer during the Kersey Valley Christmas event are included in the General Admission ticket. Admission Includes Visit with Santa and The Grinch, Kersey Valley Express Train Ride through the Wild West Christmas Towns. Wagon rides around the farm through the Christmas lights, jumping pillows, kiddie zip lines, pedal carts, cow train, bungee trampolines, round-up rodeo, super mega ride n slide, Mac Jingles the singing Reindeer, Tree House Village, Dinosaur Discovery, and our roasty toasty fire pits for making smores!

We will gladly move your ticket to another night if we close due to rain. Please note our ticket policy is if you do not attend on the night you selected you will not be entitled to a refund unless you purchased ticket insurance or notified our office at least 48 hours before your reservation.

We do not allow photography with Santa, the Grinch, or of the Magical Carriage, we do allow guests to take photos with all of our other characters roaming about and throughout the walk-through light show inside the train track area. Santa, Grinch, and Magical Carriage photos are sold onsite, do not lose the photo pass card we give you as this is the only way to purchase your photos.

All of the activities are outdoors, please dress for the conditions. The only heated areas are Santa’s Workshop and the restrooms.

Food and Beverage Options: Tumbleweeds Grub House, Fudge Shop, Apple Cider Donuts, Carmel Kettle Corn, and Bavarian Nuts. Snack Shack serves Hot Chocolate, Coffee, Hot Apple Cider, and Pepsi products. Visit the Smore’s Station to get your Smores and Marshmallow Kits for roasting at fire pits.

We Are Pet Friendly: Must be on a leash and allowed to visit Santa and the Grinch for photos. Please use the doggy waste stations and pick up any snow cookies left behind. 🙂

The Kersey Valley Express can carry 104 passengers and the John Deere Wagon rides can carry between 80 and 125 passengers. Please note: the weather may delay or cancel the train ride, but the wagon rides can operate in light rain.

We are proud to offer state-of-the-art restroom and kitchen facilities that are as nicest you will find around. However, we also have temporary restrooms throughout the park for your convience.

Well over 1 million lights across the nearly 100-acre farm.

It takes months of planning ahead to organize the event. Many items have to be ordered in January to arrive on time since many items are made overseas. We start installing the lights in August to be ready to open the day after Thanksgiving. We have a team of elves that go crazy and decorate the farm.

Please visit this page on our portal site with a link to local accommodations and restaurants: https://www.kerseyvalley.com/about-us/

While you and your family and friends are riding on the Christmas Wagons that go around the farm we have set up Rudolph light displays hiding in the woods. See if you can find them all by calling out “Rudolph” when you see them. It’s a throwback to the “Punch Bug” game many of the parents played growing up.

Protect your purchase from unforeseen circumstances that prevent you from attending by adding Ticket Protection.    If you decline, you acknowledge that there are no refunds. No Shows = No Refunds

The train ride may have to close if the weather conditions cause train to loose traction and not be able to operate. If this attraction closes you can request a rain check via email info@kerseyvalley.com with your order number.

We have over 100 staff members on duty, they all have on bright red jackets with the Kersey Valley Christmas logo on the front along with their name tag. Please don't hesitate to ask anyone of them for help. Merry Christmas!

When you purchase 20 or more tickets you will receive a $5 discount automatically online. There is only one ticket for all participants on the same QR code. Everyone must enter the attraction together, No shows are not refundable.

Enjoy a magical evening for you and up to five guests, featuring preferred parking for your convenience. Experience a 1-hour guided tour with Buddy the Elf with immediate access to our photo attractions and scenic train ride, as well as a private wagon journey showcasing Kersey Valley Christmas behind the scenes. Each guest will receive a Signature Hot Chocolate and a S'mores or Marshmallow kit (one per two guests) to enjoy by the fire. Wrap up your evening with three complimentary printed photos and digital downloads at PhotoShots per group. Make memories that will last a lifetime! *Note: Your ticket time is the time of your tour with Buddy the Elf. You and your guests will meet at the S'mores Station 10 minutes prior to the start of your adventure. Outside of this time, your party may enjoy the remainder of the sights and attractions.  **Note: Due to allocation of resources, there are no refunds for cancellations within 24 hours or No Shows.