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Some birthdays deserve cake. Others deserve cloaks, walking sticks, riddles in the woods, and a picnic worthy of the Shire. On September 22, 2026, Bates Farm in Decatur, Alabama is turning its Lothlorian site into a Middle-earth-inspired gathering for Hobbit Day. The Bilbo Baggins’ Birthday Bash runs from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM, with a costume contest, a tree-identification hike, an outdoor escape game, and plenty of room to settle in with a picnic basket. It is the kind of after

Saturday Workshop Series Poll Help us shape our upcoming educational programming! We want to ensure our once-a-month Saturday workshops from August through December match your interests. WIN A $20 GIFT CERTIFICATE Review the options for each month below and cast your final vote at the end to be entered into our giveaway for a Bates Farm gift certificate! August 15th – Canning & Preserving Topics: Kosher-Style Dill Pickles, Bread & Butter Pickles, Watermelon Rind Pickles, Swee

Choosing the right camping spot is crucial for an enjoyable outdoor experience. Whether you're a seasoned camper or new to the great...

Video Tour of Bates Farm

Bates farm is focusing on making crafts that can be Christmas gifts or home decor. Bates Farm has upcoming classes in macrame, deco mesh...

In the summer of 2021 we bought the property and have been renovating ever since. This is a link to a video so you can see what we...

Bates Farm grew out of a dream of ours to have a one story house and some land as our retirement to seeing possible need of families to...