The farm is closed on Mondays & Tuesdays
2024-10-28, 2024-10-29

Post Season Retail & Produce Shopping
2024-10-30 10:00 - 15:00, 2024-10-31 10:00 - 15:00, 2024-11-01 10:00 - 15:00, 2024-11-02 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Rader Family Farms, 1312 Ropp Road, Normal, Illinois, 61761

Pumpkin Smash
2024-11-02 10:00 - 14:00 | Rader Family Farms, 1312 Ropp Road, Normal, Illinois, 61761
Don’t Trash it, Smash it!
The Pumpkin Smash is an annual effort by communities to divert pumpkins from landfills by providing locations for residents to drop-off jack-o-lanterns to be composted. It is typically held each year the Saturday after Halloween and Rader Family Farms is participating again this year.

Bring your pumpkins to Rader Family Farms any time between 10am – 2pm on Saturday, November 2.

The Harvest Brew Coffee Shop & Bakery and our Retail Market will be open for purchases. No outdoor activities are open on the farm.

Educational and craft activities provided by University of Illinois Extension program. Thank you to our Sponsors from the Town of Normal and ISU Farm.

Retail & Coffee Shop Open
2024-11-07 15:00 - 18:00, 2024-11-14 15:00 - 18:00, 2024-11-21 15:00 - 18:00 | Rader Family Farms, 1312 Ropp Road, Normal, Illinois, 61761

Last Day to Pre-Order Thanksgiving Bakery Items
2024-11-25 00:00 | Rader Family Farms, 1312 Ropp Road, Normal, Illinois, 61761

Thanksgiving Bakery Pick-Up
2024-11-27 10:00 - 15:00 | Rader Family Farms, 1312 Ropp Road, Normal, Illinois, 61761
Let Rader Family Farms handle your Thanksgiving baking! 🦃🥧
Looking for a last-minute hostess gift or stocking stuffers? We’ve got you covered!
Stop by our Harvest Brew Coffee Shop to enjoy our delicious signature lattes and pick up some additional bakery items, available for purchase while supplies last.
Make your gathering extra special with treats from Rader Family Farms!

Market Days at The Water Tower in Gridley, Il
2024-11-30 10:00 - 15:00 | Rader Family Farms, 1312 Ropp Road, Normal, Illinois, 61761
The Water Tower Event Space will be hosting our 5th Annual Village Market Days on Nov 30 & Dec 7, 2024 in Gridley, IL. We set a high standard as we pour our hearts into curating two unique weekends with over 30+ vendors each weekend. Invite your friends and family and come enjoy an experience including delicious food, indoor/outdoor shopping, raffles, photo opportunities, live music, community and all things Christmas! We love serving in a way that provides an experience in a small town and THIS event you don’t want to miss! It’s truly a Hallmark feel in a beautiful venue.
$5 Admission at the door
(14 Under Free)
FREE Admission from 2-3pm
Follow The Water Tower Event Space on our social media pages for a list of vendors and upcoming announcements!
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Market Days @ The Water Tower in Gridley, Il
2024-12-07 10:00 - 15:00 | The Water Tower in Gridley, Il, East Gridley Road 411, Gridley, Il, 61744, United States
The Water Tower Event Space will be hosting our 5th Annual Village Market Days on Nov 30 & Dec 7, 2024 in Gridley, IL. We set a high standard as we pour our hearts into curating two unique weekends with over 30+ vendors each weekend. Invite your friends and family and come enjoy an experience including delicious food, indoor/outdoor shopping, raffles, photo opportunities, live music, community and all things Christmas! We love serving in a way that provides an experience in a small town and THIS event you don’t want to miss! It’s truly a Hallmark feel in a beautiful venue.
$5 Admission at the door
(14 Under Free)
FREE Admission from 2-3pm
Follow The Water Tower Event Space on our social media pages for a list of vendors and upcoming announcements!

Breakfast With Santa
2024-12-14 08:00 - 15:00 | Rader Family Farms, 1312 Ropp Road, Normal, Illinois, 61761
Get ready for a magical morning filled with holiday cheer! Join us for our Breakfast with Santa event, where families can enjoy a delightful breakfast, and the chance to meet the jolly man himself!
Reservations Required! Seats are limited, so mark your calendars! TICKETS GO ON SALE Friday, November 22nd!Don’t miss out on this experience that promises to create wonderful memories for you and your loved ones!
Bring your holiday spirit, and let’s kick off the festive season together!
Stay tuned for more details and get ready to make this holiday season unforgettable!

https://www.cognitoforms.com/RaderFamilyFarms/BreakfastWithSanta

Rader Family Farms at Bloomington Farmers Market
2025-01-18 09:00 - 12:00 | Rader Family Farms, 1312 Ropp Road, Normal, Illinois, 61761

Rader Family Farms at Bloomington Farmer's Market
2025-02-15 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-03-15 09:00 - 12:00 | Grossinger Motors Arena, 101 South Madison Street, Bloomington, IL, 61704, United States

Rader Family Farms at Bloomington Farmer's Market
2025-04-19 09:00 - 12:00 | Grossinger Motors Arena, 101 South Madison Street, Bloomington, IL, 61704, United States
Spring is in the air, and so are the sweet smells of fresh-baked strawberry treats from Rader Family Farms!
Find us at the Bloomington Farmer’s Market – Saturday, April 19th!
Fresh Strawberry Donuts & Dippers
Shortcake with Farm-Fresh Strawberry Sauce
Homemade Strawberry Pie & More!
Pre-order now for a quick & easy pickup! Don’t miss out on these seasonal favorites!

Education Day @ The Corn Crib
2025-04-29 10:00 - 13:00 | Corn Crib, 1000 West Raab Road, Normal, IL, 61761, United States
Education Day is an event where schools in the community are invited out to the Corn Crib. Education Day is all about celebrating baseball in education. This special daytime baseball game featuring the Heartland Hawks is going to be designed specifically for students in Central Illinois. Join us as we enjoy some college baseball with Corny and friends. Come visit our table and learn about agriculture and all that the farm has to offer. We will be bringing our donuts for purchase.

Downtown Bloomington Farmer's Market
2025-05-10 07:30 - 12:00, 2025-05-31 07:30 - 12:00, 2025-06-07 07:30 - 12:00, 2025-06-28 07:30 - 12:00, 2025-07-05 07:30 - 12:00 | Downtown Bloomington Farmer’s Market, 200 N. Main St., Bloomington, IL, 61701, United States

Twin City Showcase Food Vendor
2025-05-14 10:00 - 13:30 | Bone Student Center at ISU, Merna, Illinois, 61761, United States

Baby Animal Days
2025-06-14 10:00 - 15:00 | Rader Family Farms, 1312 Ropp Road, Normal, Illinois, 61761
Purchase Your Tickets Here https://rff.ticketspice.com/baby-animal-days-2025
Kick off your summer with a memorable weekend on the farm! Baby Animal Days is the perfect family-friendly outdoor event where you’ll meet our newest arrivals—including a calf, fluffy chicks, playful lambs, bunnies, goat kids, and donkeys—along with all your favorite farm animals.
Make lasting memories as you hold a goat, pet a fluffy chick, or explore our fun attractions like the all new Bee Line Zipper, critter cart, double-barrel slide, skee ball. Select food venues will be open, plus our coffee shop and retail market for treats and treasures.
We accept Venmo, credit, and debit cards—come ready for fun!

Baby Animal Days (1 of 2)
2025-06-14 10:00 - 15:00 | Rader Family Farms, 1312 Ropp Road, Normal, Illinois, 61761
What’s available on at the farm?

Baby goats
Baby calf, kittens, bunnies
Hands-on baby chick experience
Critter Cart rides for our little farmers
Jumping Pillow
Hands-on activities and crafts

It’s not our fall season so there will be limited farm activities and food/drink options.

Baby Animal Days
2025-06-21 10:00 - 15:00 | Rader Family Farms, 1312 Ropp Road, Normal, Illinois, 61761
Purchase Your Tickets Here: https://rff.ticketspice.com/baby-animal-days-2025
Kick off your summer with a memorable weekend on the farm! Baby Animal Days is the perfect family-friendly outdoor event where you’ll meet our newest arrivals—including a calf, fluffy chicks, playful lambs, bunnies, goat kids, and donkeys—along with all your favorite farm animals.
Make lasting memories as you hold a goat, pet a fluffy chick, or explore our fun attractions like the jumping pillow, critter cart, double-barrel slide, skee ball, and bubble zone. Select food venues will be open, plus our coffee shop and retail market for treats and treasures.
We accept Venmo, credit, and debit cards—come ready for fun!
What’s available on at the farm?

Baby goats, jersey calf, lambs
Punkin and Gordy, the Highland cows, kittens, bunnies, baby bull
Hands-on baby chick experience
Critter Cart rides for our little farmers
Double-barrel slide, Skee Ball
Hands-on activities and crafts

It’s not our fall season so there will be limited farm activities and food/beverage options.

2025 Early Bird Fall Season Pass Sale!!
2025-06-22 00:00 - 2025-09-15 00:00 | Rader Family Farms, 1312 Ropp Road, Normal, Illinois, 61761
This individual pass offers a fantastic savings and will allow you to come visit us as many days as you’d like during our fall season! You are also invited to the Season Passholder Preview at the Eat Stay & Play event on Friday, September 12th from 4 pm – 7 pm. Bring your other family members who may not be passholders for an additional $7.
https://rff.ticketspice.com/2025-fall-season-pass
It takes only 3 visits and your pass has paid for itself! Early Bird Sale ends at 6pm Sunday, September 14, 2025.
Regularly priced Fall Season passes will be available for purchase from September 15 – November 1 at the regular individual rate (4 years – 64 years) of $70.
Can’t wait to harvest memories with you!
