Saturdays on the Farm
Schedule
Sat Aug 16 2025 at 10:00 am to 04:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
5201 Safford Rd, Rockford, IL, United States, Illinois 61101 | Rockford, IL
Activities include tractor-drawn wagon rides through the park’s scenic meadows and woods ($6 per person, departing every 30 minutes), and free Sarver Children's Farm barn visits.
Public horseback trail rides are back this year, and depart Saturdays at 1:00, 2:00, and 3:00 pm. The 45-minute guided walk-only rides through the peaceful woods of the park are for ages eight and older and are $45 per person; no previous riding experience is needed. Reservations are required, and can be done online or by calling 815-987-8809.
The popular hands-on Pony Experience sessions are offered 10:00 am to 2:00 pm on Saturdays, when those ages two and older can get up close and personal with a pony or small horse to build a greater connection through a variety of activities offered each week; the fee for the 10-minute program is $12 per person. Advance reservations are highly recommended; walk-ups at the park are subject to availability.
Visitors are welcome to picnic at the park. The park, its facilities, and some programs are wheelchair accessible.
Where is it happening?
5201 Safford Rd, Rockford, IL, United States, Illinois 61101Event Location & Nearby Stays: