Come learn about our ever-changing planet, and see how we’re leading the future of food! There’s no better place on Earth to learn about and experience modern farming than Fair Oaks Farms. Perfect for all ages, school groups, and tour groups.
Visit Fair Oaks Farms with mind-blowing and entertaining interactive exhibits. Experience agriculture in a whole new way by taking a break in the country. Learn and play in our activity centers. We partner with modern working farms so you can absorb the farming lifestyle in the air-conditioned comfort of our farm buses. Sample our award-winning cheeses. Witness the miracle of life at our birthing facilities.
Admission to farm grounds is free. Tour packages at additional costs. We recommend experiencing at least one during your visit.
No admission cost is required to enter the Farmhouse Restaurant, Cowfé, BP & Dairycatessen or The Market.
Admission Type | One Day Pass |
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General Admission | $22 for All 3 Adventures |
Kids (2 and under) and Active Military Service Members | Free |
Pig Adventure Ropes Course | $5, Open Year-Round |
Mooville | Open Saturdays & Sundays only in September & October. Closed November-May. |
Orchard | $3, per person over 2 years old, purchase tickets in Admission building |
Two-Day Admissions tickets ($38.00) are available now for any Adventure! Keep the fun going… turn any day of Adventures into two! Present any Two-Day Admissions ticket from the previous day and receive free admission for the next consecutive day! All two-day tickets must be redeemed on the second consecutive day from original purchase. Proof of original purchase must be shown. All online purchases are final. Be sure to explore our Memberships!
Fair Oaks Farms is a combination of experiences that are expertly designed to keep your students engaged in learning opportunities across a range of different levels as well as keeping education fun and exciting!
Prices starting as low as $3/student.
Fair Oaks Farms accommodates large groups! Bring your herd and experience an Adventure for all ages! Small groups under 20 are welcome without prior notification. For groups of 20 or more, advanced notice is required.
Packages starting as low as $17/person.
Join us during the Dairy Adventure Program! This program encourages you to play as you learn, by opening up a fun space for dairy discovery including learning how to use a “real” milking station. Understand the meaning and use of TMR, nutrition of the animals, and how Robotics are used in a Volunteer Milking System. Showcase Engineering when you explore the structure of the ecosystem in our milking parlor and use Math to figure out why logistics play such a vital role in the integrated farm operation.
Participating in the Pig Adventure Program will help students learn all about pork and its benefits and discover the growth cycle of pigs from little piglets to a full-grown sow, gilt, or boar. Monitor the development of baby pigs and see how the farm works cohesively. You will get first-hand knowledge about how our feeding system is engineered to monitor animal intake, we calculate growth rates to ensure pigs are getting what they need, and how we ensure the animals are well cared for.
Explore the Crop Adventure Program to learn about the importance of working to feed 9 BILLION people, the many uses of corn outside of consuming it, and how we can be sustainable with limited resources. See how a tractor can tell you about the nutrients in the soil. Explore how technology assists farmers in addition to pollinators and the amazing biodiversity on the farm.
Join us for educational classes, lessons, and workshops open to the public! Our workshops are always changing – stop by and see what’s new!
Fair Oaks Farms is recognized for exceeding the Indiana State Educational Standards. We follow the STEM curriculum while entertaining your class – creating an unforgettable experience.
We can accommodate large groups! Bring your herd and experience an Adventure for all ages! Small groups under 20 are welcome without prior notification. For groups of 20 or more, advanced notice is required. Packages starting as low as $17/person.
We offer everything that you need to provide your group tour with an extraordinary experience. Pick from a variety of fresh food options. Enjoy the day on one of our modern working farm tours.
First time visiting? Here is everything you need to know before visiting our farms.
Wear casual, comfortable clothing that you can play in!
We have both indoor and outdoor activities and are open rain or shine.
You will see live animals on our farm however, we are biosecure so there is no human interaction.
We suggest you arrive in the morning to fit in everything you want to see! Each Adventure takes between 2 – 3 hours.
The Adventures are self-guided so spend as much time at each exhibit as you like!
We have 3 on-site restaurants ready to fuel your stomachs for a day of fun!
All of our parking is free!
We are handicap accessible including an adult changing room in our Feed Barn.
Need a break to breastfeed? We have a mother’s room located in our Feed Barn where you can have privacy.
Can’t find what you’re looking for below? Message us or give us a call at (219) 394-2025 Mon-Fri 9AM-5PM CST.
Nope, just come on in! We recommend that your visit begins in the morning so that you have plenty of time to visit all of our attractions. Be sure to make time for lunch at our Cowfé or Farmhouse Restaurant!
We recommend 2 hours for each- The Dairy Adventure and Pig Adventure. They are mostly self-guided tours so you can slow down or speed up to accommodate your own pace. Add 1 hour for The Crop Adventure. Add 1 hour for Mooville.
Fair Oaks Farms is on Central Standard Time. (Chicago Time)
There is a Mother’s Lounge available in our Feedbarn, located right next to our Admission Building. This lounge allows privacy and a quiet spot for you and your child(ren).
New to campus? Take a virtual tour of our spaces! Start at our Admissions Booth. From there you can visit the Dairy Adventure, the Pig Adventure, or the Crop Adventure!