4425 Hwy 78, Santa Ysabel, CA 92070
951-847-1904
fortcrossfun@gmail.com
Holiday Hayride
A Christmas Celebration!
November 28
2026
10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Fort Cross Old Timey Adventures will be host to some holiday fun! Join us as we celebrate the beginning of the Christmas season near the idyllic mountain town of Julian!
Rain or Shine Event!
Early Bird Discount Codes (valid online only):
HolidayFest25
25% off expires 11/4/2026
HolidayFest20
20% off expires 11/11/2026
HolidayFest15
15% off expires 11/18/2026
HolidayFest10
10% off expires 11/25/2025
HolidayFest6
6% off expires 11/28/2025
'Tis the Season for Holiday Fun!
Please read the FAQ Page for frequently asked questions!
Cash and Credit Card accepted
Some activities available on a scheduled rotation
Hayride Package $25
Hayride
Hoedown & Jug Band Show
Cider Pressing Demonstration
Farm Animal Visit
Interactive Reptile Show
Candle Dipping
Painting Craft
Treasure Hunt
- Includes General Admission
- Average duration is about 3 hours
- Does not include Adventure Package activities
- Kids 13 and under must be accompanied by an adult that has paid for the same package in order to enter animal area, reptile area, hayride, and cider press participation.
- For each paying adult, 2 kids under 4 years old may accompany for free.
- Some activities operate on a rotating schedule.
Adventure Package $20
Unlimited Archery*
Unlimited Tomahawk Throw*
Slingshot Range (20 paint balls)
Treasure Hunt
- Includes General Admission (minus the farm animal visit)
- Open 10 am to 4 pm Saturday; 11 am to 4 pm Sunday
- Average guest participates for about 45-60 minutes
- Limited availability due to space. Reservations Very Strongly Recommended.
- Kids 13 and under must be accompanied by an adult that has paid for the same package in order to be allowed entry into the Adventure Area.
- Each guest 4 years old and older must purchase Adventure Package to be admitted into this activity area.
- Does not include Festival Activity Package activities
- 20 extra paintballs may be purchased on site for $5. Must pay with cash.
*unlimited during the time of a single visit to the Adventure Area; no re-entry into the Adventure Area.
General Admission $10
Farm Animal Visit
Hoedown & Jug Band Show
Pumpkin Patch
Spooky Maze
Photo Spots
Walking Trails
Picnic Area
Tire Swings
Jug Band Room
Lawn Games
- Guests do not need to purchase General Admission to enter Fort Cross if they have purchased an activity package.
- Please note that the General Admission area does not allow access for adults accompanying children into specific activity areas such as the hayride, animal area, reptile area, or the Adventure Package area.
Combo Package $40
Includes both
Festival Package
and
Adventure Package
activities at a discounted rate
- Average duration is about 4+ hours
- Must purchase online. Not available for purchase on site.
- Must select the 10 am, 11 am or 12 pm time slot in order to see the Combo Package option
- Limited Combo Packages available
- All Combo Package activities include General Admission, hayride, hoedown & jug band show, cider pressing, farm animals, reptile show, candle dipping, painting craft, treasure hunt, archery, tomahawk throwing, and slingshot range.
Some activities operate on a rotating schedule.
Field trip events also available!
Visit our Educational Programs page for more information!
The Holidays on the Homestead event is a popular field trip this time of year!
Fort Cross Old Timey Adventures
4425 CA-78, Santa Ysabel, CA 92070