The animal park on Gravois Road, with a sensory calming room next to Guest Relations in the Bauernhof Courtyard, open this winter for the Holiday Lights Walk-Through and Drive-Through.
Holiday Lights Walk-Through, 5 to 10 pm (last entry 9 pm; the Tier Garten and Busch Family Estate close 15 minutes earlier): Nov 21, 22, 25, 27, 28 and 29, and Dec 4, 5, 6, 11, 12, 13, 17 to 23 and 26 to 30 2026. Holiday Lights Drive-Through, 5:30 to 8 pm (last time slot 7:30 pm): Dec 9, 10, 15 and 16 2026. Closed on Thanksgiving (Nov 26), Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. For 2027 dates, check the farm's calendar or call 314-843-1700.
10501 Gravois Rd., St. Louis, MO 63123 (parking lot at 7385 Grant Rd., just off Gravois Road)
The 2026 Holiday Lights Walk-Through map lists the Shriners Children's Baby Care Calming Room, First Aid and the restrooms, so it is worth opening on your phone before you go. The calming room is in the Bauernhof Courtyard, and the trams back to the parking lot board at the Bauernhof, so it can be a last stop on the way out.
The calming room is open during regular farm hours, at no extra cost. It was redesigned with Shriners Children's in 2026 and uses dim, immersive lighting to make a quiet space.
Questions go to Guest Services: 314-843-1700 or info@grantsfarm.com.
During the Walk-Through, trams do not go into the Deer Park; some animals are on view at the Bauernhof stables (including the Clydesdales) and in the Tier Garten, and select animals are available for feeding.
The 50-foot animated Christmas tree (synchronized to holiday music)not stated
The steps of the Busch family home (live carolers during the Walk-Through)not stated
Quieter, in the farm's words
Sensory calming room, main office in the Bauernhof Courtyard, next to Guest Relationsquiet zone
Walk-Through tickets: $15 per person, children 3 and under free, bought online ahead or at the General Store across the pedestrian bridge if the night isn't sold out. Parking is a separate ticket: $18 per vehicle bought online ahead, or $48 for an oversized vehicle. If you walk in from nearby, you don't pay for parking. VIP Carriage Rides (about 12 minutes) are $165 for up to four riders or $249 for up to six, with Walk-Through tickets and, depending on the ride, parking included; VIP Fire Pits by Mirror Lake are $379 for up to 12 guests (children 2 and under don't count), with entry, parking, s'mores kits and hot chocolate.
Refunds: refunds may not be offered. To reschedule, email info@grantsfarm.com with at least 48 hours' notice.
Money and food: Grant's Farm is cashless and takes debit and credit cards; cash can be exchanged for a debit card at Grant's Farm Gifts near the tram drop-off. Outside food and drinks are not allowed, except water; you are welcome to picnic in the designated area near the end of the parking lot. Food and drinks are sold on site, including bratwursts, pretzels and holiday snacks; the free beer samples are closed during Holiday Lights.
Strollers must be less than 32 inches wide and 52 inches long; wagons and stroller wagons are not allowed. A limited number of strollers and wheelchairs rent first come, first served. Wheelchair users can ride in the tram's ADA compartment and stay in their chair. Accessible parking spaces are in the lot, with a parking attendant to help. Outside chairs are not allowed. Guests under 16 must be with an adult. No pets; service animals as defined by the ADA are allowed, emotional support animals are not. No weapons, drones, bikes, skateboards, scooters or hoverboards inside.
Restrooms: in the Clydesdale Barn, outside the General Store, across from the gift shop at the Tier Garten entrance, at the Speisen Pub, by the West Arch shop in the Bauernhof Courtyard and in the courtyard to the right of the tram boarding archway.
Holiday Lights Drive-Through (Dec 9, 10, 15 and 16 2026, 5:30 to 8 pm): $30 per vehicle, one ticket per vehicle. You stay in your car the whole time; the only stop is the restrooms at the end of the parking lot after check-in. Tune your radio to hear the music for the 50-foot tree. No vehicles over 8 feet tall and no RVs, limos, passenger vans, shuttles or buses. The Deer Park is closed for it.
Weather: in bad weather, animal shows, tram rides, carousel rides and tours may be delayed or canceled, and severe weather may close the farm; updates go on the website and social media.
