CAPAY VALLEY GROWN EVENTS

Open Farm Day

A DAY ON THE FARM, CELEBRATING THE PEOPLE WHO GROW OUR FOOD

Open Farm Day is an annual Capay Valley tradition that invites visitors of all ages to step onto working farms and experience agriculture from the ground up.

October 4, 2026
Hosted at multiple farm locations throughout the Capay Calley

Open Farm Day brings farmers and visitors together for a day of exploration, learning, and celebration. This hands-on event is perfect for families, food lovers, agricultural learners, and anyone curious about where their food comes from.
On October 4, 2026, farms across the valley will open their gates to guests looking to connect with the land, meet growers, and discover the people and practices that make Capay Valley agriculture thrive. This event is hosted in partnership with the Hoes Down Harvest Festival on October 3, 2026.

*Tickets not required to attent Open Farm Day, but an RSVP is appreciated!

ABOUT OPEN FARM DAY

Open Farm Day is a collaborative celebration of the farms and farmers who make Capay Valley unique.

Polestar Farm- Esparto, CA- Capay Valley

Unlike a single-venue festival, this event invites you into the fields, orchards, and barns of real working farms — giving you a firsthand look at growing practices, seasonal rhythms, and the people behind your food.

Each participating farm offers something special. You might find:

  • Orchard tours and crop demonstrations

  • Farm animals and kid-friendly activities

  • Hands-on workshops and tastings

  • Farmer Q&A sessions and interactive learning

  • Farmstands stocked with fresh produce and local products

It’s an event designed to deepen understanding, inspire curiosity, and spark meaningful connections between visitors and the agricultural community.

Featured Experiences

Farm Tours & Demos

Engage with farmers as they share how crops are grown, harvests are planned, and soils are nurtured.

Animal Interactions & Kids’ Activities

Bring the whole family to enjoy age-appropriate farm fun that connects nature with play.

Workshops & Hands-On Learning

From seed-saving to sustainable tools and seasonal cooking demos, learn alongside growers who love to teach.

Farmstands & Local Goods

Pick up produce, value-added products, and artisan items directly from the farms themselves.

PLANNING YOUR DAY

Full Event Details will be added closer to the event date!

Grumpy Goats Farm - Capay, CA - Capay Valley
  • Open Farm Day is self-guided — explore at your own pace

  • Participating farms and activities are announced closer to the event

  • Each site may offer different experiences and hours — plan ahead

  • Bring water, sun protection, comfortable shoes, and curiosity

Additional details about tickets, participating farms, schedules, and activities will be shared as they become available.

A look at 2025’s Open Farm Day

Questions & More Info

EVENT DETAILS

Date: October 4, 2026
Location: Multiple participating farms throughout Capay Valley
Admission:RSVP is appreciated!
Format: Self-guided farm visits, hands-on activities, workshops

ACCESSABILITY & SAFETY

Because Open Farm Day takes place on working farms and agricultural properties, terrain may vary. If you have questions about accessibility at specific locations, please contact the farm directly or email Capay Valley Grown.

For more information, email hello@capay-valley-grown.com

Gather in the Capay Valley

From seasonal farm trails to workshops, markets, and community celebrations, Capay Valley Grown and our collective members host events that invite you to experience the valley up close.