Prairie Pines Christmas Tree Farm is one of Wichita’s favorite places for an old-fashioned Christmas experience! Located on Tyler Road just north of 37th Street, this family-friendly Christmas tree farm offers much more than fresh Christmas trees.
You can visit Santa for FREE, take the kids on a FREE train ride, enjoy a tractor-drawn hayrack ride, sip hot cocoa, and shop for Christmas decorations. And you don’t even have to buy a tree to enjoy many of the activities!
Prairie Pines opens its choose-and-cut Christmas tree season on Friday, November 27, 2026, but you can get a head start with its Holiday Preview on November 21 and 22.
If you love making Christmas memories without spending a fortune, this is a fun place to visit during the holidays.
FREE Christmas Activities at Prairie Pines
One of the best things about Prairie Pines is that several holiday activities are completely FREE!
Here’s what families can enjoy:
- FREE admission to the Christmas tree farm
- FREE visits with Santa on select dates
- FREE children’s train rides during scheduled Santa hours
- FREE tractor-drawn hayrack rides during tree-cutting hours
- Christmas photo opportunities
- Christmas shopping in the Old Barn
Extra Costs:
- Choose-and-cut and pre-cut Christmas trees available for purchase
- Hot chocolate, cider, cookies, and other treats available for purchase
- Fresh wreaths, garland, and holiday greenery available for purchase
The holiday atmosphere is part of the fun, even if you’re not shopping for a tree.
Visit Santa at Prairie Pines for FREE in 2026
Santa is coming to Prairie Pines, and visiting him is FREE!
Kids can share their Christmas wishes with Santa in a festive setting featuring flocked trees and an old-fashioned sleigh.
You can take your own photos, or have a photo taken using the farm’s professional camera setup. Taking the photo is free, but purchasing prints or digital downloads costs extra.
Donations to Santa’s reindeer food fund are appreciated but not required.
Prairie Pines Santa Schedule 2026
- Friday, November 27: Santa arrives at 11:30 a.m.; visits and photos from 11:45 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
- Saturday, November 28: 11:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
- Sunday, November 29: 12:30–3:30 p.m.
- Saturday, December 5: 11:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
- Sunday, December 6: 12:30–3:30 p.m.
- Saturday, December 12: 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
- Sunday, December 13: 12:30–2:30 p.m.
- Saturday, December 19: 12:30–2:30 p.m.
- Sunday, December 20: 12:30–2:30 p.m.
For more places to see Santa, check out our guide to Santa visits and photos around Wichita.
FREE Children’s Train Rides and Hayrack Rides
You don’t need to purchase a Christmas tree to enjoy the rides at Prairie Pines!
Children’s Christmas Train
Little ones can ride the children’s train, pulled by a small tractor, for FREE.
The train operates during scheduled Santa hours, making it easy to enjoy both activities during one visit.
Tractor-Drawn Hayrack Rides
Hop aboard a tractor-drawn hayrack for a ride out to the Christmas tree fields.
These rides are FREE during tree-cutting hours, even if you’re not purchasing a tree.
The traditional horse-drawn wagon rides are no longer offered. The horses and driver retired after the 2023 season.
Cut Your Own Christmas Tree at Prairie Pines
If you want the traditional experience of choosing and cutting down your family’s Christmas tree, Prairie Pines has trees growing right on the property.
When you arrive, the farm provides the tools you need, including a saw. You can walk or ride out to the fields to find your tree.
Once you’ve cut it, the staff will help with:
- Shaking your tree to remove loose needles
- Netting the tree for easier transportation
- Carrying and loading your tree
- Tying the tree to your vehicle
These services and supplies are included with your tree purchase.
Prairie Pines has grown several varieties of pine trees over the years, although availability changes each season.
If you don’t want to cut your own tree, the farm also sells premium pre-cut Christmas trees, including fir varieties.
You can find current tree selections on the Prairie Pines Christmas Tree page.
How Much Are Christmas Trees at Prairie Pines?
Prairie Pines’ published pricing page lists choose-and-cut trees starting at $72 and pre-cut trees starting at $79.
However, that page still includes 2025 inventory and pricing information. The farm has not yet confirmed these prices for 2026.
Premium tree varieties, larger trees, and flocked trees may cost more.
If you’re shopping on a budget, I recommend checking prices and tree availability before heading out.
Old Barn Christmas Shop, Hot Cocoa & Holiday Treats
Even if you’re not purchasing a tree, the Old Barn Christmas Shop is worth exploring.
The heated shop is filled with Christmas decorations and gifts, including:
- Ornaments and holiday decorations
- Fresh wreaths and greenery
- Garland and roping
- Christmas tree stands
- Farm-grown lavender products
- Other seasonal gifts
You can even have a wreath custom-decorated while you shop.
On weekends, you can purchase hot chocolate, apple cider, cookies, and other refreshments. Mini donuts are sometimes available.
Purchases from the concessions support the Maize High School Choral Department.
Prairie Pines Christmas Dinner Theater
Looking for a Christmas date night or something fun to do with friends?
Prairie Pines also has a holiday dinner theater at the Prairie Pines Playhouse.
This longtime tradition combines dinner with a comedy mystery performance.
The 2026 dinner theater season begins Friday, November 20, with performances scheduled on select evenings through December 23.
Dinner theater tickets are sold separately.
Visit the Prairie Pines Playhouse website for show details and ticket prices.
Prairie Pines Christmas Tree Farm 2026 Hours
Prairie Pines has announced the following 2026 holiday schedule.
Holiday Preview Weekend
Saturday, November 21: 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
Sunday, November 22: Noon–4 p.m.
During preview weekend, visitors can shop for pre-cut Christmas trees, fresh wreaths, and decorations in the Christmas Shop.
The choose-and-cut tree fields open November 27.
Christmas Tree Farm Hours
- Friday, November 27: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
- Saturday, November 28: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
- Sunday, November 29: Noon–5 p.m.
- Thursday, December 3: 2–5 p.m.
- Friday, December 4: 2–5 p.m.
- Saturday, December 5: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
- Sunday, December 6: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
- Thursday, December 10: 2–5 p.m.
- Friday, December 11: 2–5 p.m.
- Saturday, December 12: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
- Sunday, December 13: Noon–5 p.m.
- Saturday, December 19: Noon–4 p.m.
- Sunday, December 20: Noon–4 p.m. (final tree farm day)
The Old Barn Christmas Shop has extended hours on several dates, including select evenings after the tree farm closes.
For the full schedule, including shopping hours, visit the official 2026 holiday calendar.
Tips for Visiting Prairie Pines on a Budget
A few things to know before you go:
- Admission is FREE, even if you’re not buying a Christmas tree.
- Santa visits and children’s train rides are FREE during scheduled times.
- Tractor-drawn hayrack rides are FREE during tree-cutting hours.
- You don’t need a reservation to visit.
- Professional photo prints and downloads cost extra, but personal photos are welcome.
- Bring a jacket! You’ll be spending time outdoors.
- Leave pets at home. Only trained service or assistance animals are permitted.
- If you’re purchasing a tree, visit early in the season for the best selection.
- The farm accepts cash, credit cards, and Apple Pay.
One important photography note: Prairie Pines does not allow professional photography sessions during guest hours, and tripods and lighting equipment are not permitted.
Prairie Pines Christmas Tree Farm
Location: 4055 N. Tyler Road, Maize, KS 67101
Holiday Preview: November 21–22, 2026
Tree Farm Opening Day: Friday, November 27, 2026
Final Tree Farm Day: Sunday, December 20, 2026
Admission: FREE
Santa Visits: FREE during scheduled hours
Children’s Train Rides: FREE during Santa hours
Tractor-Drawn Hayrack Rides: FREE during tree-cutting hours
Christmas Trees: Additional cost
Dinner Theater: Separate ticket purchase required
Official Website: Prairie Pines Christmas Tree Farm
