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April 30: Sheep Shearing Fest 2016
April 30, 2016 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Save the Date: Sheep Shearing Fest 2016 is Saturday, April 30, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.
THIS EVENT SELLS OUT!
Mark your calendars with these important dates:
February 10, 10:00 am
Exclusive ticket packages go on sale. See details below.
February 24, 10:00 am
Member presale begins! Stone Barns Center members have first opportunity to purchase tickets for this popular event. To become a member and take advantage of this and other member benefits, click here or call 914 366 6200 x140.
March 9, 10:00 am
Tickets go on sale to the general public.
Please note that Stone Barns Center will be open to ticket-holders only on the day of Sheep Shearing Fest.
Join us for Sheep Shearing Fest! At the end of a long winter, help us celebrate the arrival of spring, the growth of tender new grass and the animals that thrive on our pastures.
Individual Ticket Information
Youth (2-14): $15
Adult (15+): $30
Children under the age of 2 do not need tickets.
Enjoy family-friendly activities, crafts, live music, and seasonal fare from local vendors*. Here are just some of the highlights:
- Watch the farmers shear our flock of sheep
- Learn about wool and pasture-raised sheep
- Observe professional weavers and spinners
- Try your hand at carding, combing and felting wool
- Join our farmers and educators for farm demonstrations and tours
- When the shearing is done, help us herd our sheep from the barnyard to the pasture
Sheep Shearing Fest will be held rain or shine.
Stone Barns Center has a strict no dogs policy at Sheep Shearing Fest.
Proceeds from this event support Stone Barns Center. No refunds are available once tickets have been purchased.
*Items from vendors are available for cash purchase.