Thursdays at the Farm

There is nowhere else to be than the farm on Thursday nights!

Opening Day June 11th, with live music from Red 7

Thursdays at the Farm are back, and it’s one of our favorite ways to spend an evening at the farm. Every Thursday from June 11th through October 15th, 2026, the farm opens at 4:30 for a relaxed, come-as-you-are kind of night - wander the grounds, check out local vendors, swing by the farm store, or let the kids enjoy pony rides.

Enjoy it all from 5-8 PM, the sun going down right on the canal, live music playing as the backdrop to it all. Bring your own chairs, coolers, or even a fishing pole, and settle in with good people and good energy.

2026 Thursday at the Farm Sponsors

Keeps the rhythm of joy alive during Thursdays at the Farm. Unites our community through music, laughter, and shared purpose. You bring the magic to our favorite night of the week. Your support fills the farm with music, laughter, and togetherness for all to enjoy. 

Become a 2026 Sponsor

What to Expect

🌿 An Easygoing Evening on the Farm
Doors open at 4:30. Come when you can, and settle into the space at your own pace.

🎶 Live Music (5:00–8:00 PM)
A different band every week will set the tone for the evening - a perfect background for catching up, relaxing, or dancing a little if the mood strikes.

🛍️ Local Vendors + Happy Harvest Market
Browse a mix of local goods and stop by the farm store for fresh finds and favorites.

🐴 Pony Rides & Family Fun
A hit with the kids (and the kids at heart), plus plenty of room to roam and explore.

🎣 Fishing & Open Space
Bring a pole if you’d like, or just enjoy the pond, the fields, and a little extra breathing room.

🪑 Come Prepared to Stay Awhile
Bring your own chairs, coolers, snacks, or picnic setup - make it your kind of night.

💚 Suggested Donation
A $5 suggested donation at the door helps support the farm and keep these nights going.

  • Doors open at 4:30PM

  • All ages and abilities
 

  • "First time coming and it was so nice!!! There was also live music too with tons of seating. I would come again next year to pick more flowers!"

    —Aleysha Dominguez

  • "Homesteads for Hope is a great organization. The farm sells locally grown food."

    —David Larter

  • "Homesteads for Hope had me from my first visit! There is so much to be part of and to take part in yet the pace is casual and non-pressured. Truly a place for everyone, Homesteads for Hope is a little slice of heaven right around the corner. Visit once ...you'll be back!"

    —Jeannine DeRoo

  • "The property is beautiful and the staff are the best! I love visiting the cafe’ as well. There are always special treats for me to purchase, including beautiful fresh picked flowers. The Thursday night events are a great place for the whole family to relax and enjoy the property."

    —Jane Moore

  • "Nice stop while biking the Erie Canal Trail with food and music for good causes."

    —Scot Egg

  • "Homesteads for Hope is that special vibe and the summer event spot to hang. IYKYK. Check out the website."em

    —Rhonda SanFilipo

  • "Always a joy to visit, speak with the staff, and even volunteer in the fields. You can't help but walk away with a smile on your face."

    —James Shaw

  • "Adorable, peaceful place for a county style summer evening, complete with a great duo, singing live with a guitar! Name families were enjoying a piece of normal. Very nice food truck, ice creams, and benches next to canal - can't be better!"

    —Mohri Hime

  • "What a great place to go for fresh garden food. A place where the workers are very friendly , and plant and grow the fresh produce themselves . A quiet , nice place in the back with a pond and picnic tables around. Events for people to choose from to attend. Love it there."

    —Cheryl Arnold

  • "Wonderful farming community that assists disabled/challenged adults learn job skills. Has a little store that sells the vegetables they farm and crafts created by the students. A great organization to put your support behind."

    —Linda Short

  • "A beautiful spot adding beauty to the world"

    —Kevin Markman

  • "What an amazing place for people of all abilities! It is so heartwarming to see people thrive in such an welcoming learning environment."

    —Jacqueline Yates

  • "A terrific organization with a very clear mission - and passionate, dedicated staff who are working tirelessly to develop programs and services that center on fostering independence, specialized skills development, and socialization opportunities for folks with developmental disabilities. Beyond this essential aim, there are opportunities abound to explore a working farm, with recreational and other special events throughout the year. As a musical performer for their Harvest BBQs and Fundraising Gala, I have enjoyed not only the beauty of this location, but surely the spirit and sense of community evident with those participating in the activities. Kudos to Jenny and the team at H4H!"

    —Adam Whiting