Kickin’ Up Dust to Host Christmas Charity Event and Northern Lights Holiday Trail to Benefit Thera-Pets
Free Holiday Celebration November 28–29 Features Santa, Family Activities, Handmade Christmas Decorations, and a Magical Lighted Trail
SCHUYLER FALLS, NY, November 6, 2026 – — The magic of Christmas is coming to Schuyler Falls! Kickin’ Up Dust invites the North Country community to celebrate the season at its Kissing Ball Christmas Charity Event and grand opening of the Northern Lights Holiday Trail, November 28–29, 2026, at 362 Peasleeville Road in Schuyler Falls.
This festive, family-friendly celebration will feature Santa, farm animals, Christmas activities, holiday shopping, and a dazzling trail of Christmas lights. Admission is FREE, with donations welcome and appreciated to benefit Thera-Pets.
Saturday, November 28 — Christmas Fun for Everyone!
The main charity event takes place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., featuring visits with Santa and his holiday friends from 1–3 p.m., pony rides for small children from noon–1 p.m., farm animals, crafts, ornament making, letters to Santa, games, a bounce house, holiday movies, hot chocolate, snacks, and more!
Santa will also have gifts for the children! Raffle items will be available, along with handmade Christmas decorations and gifts for purchase.
At 5 p.m., a special Christmas tree lighting will kick off the grand opening of the Northern Lights Holiday Trail, which will remain open until 8 p.m.
The approximately quarter-mile trail features colorful holiday displays along flat terrain and is wheelchair accessible, with an accessible outhouse available.
Saturday evening is WALKING ONLY. No vehicles will be permitted on the trail.
Sunday, November 29 — More Holiday Cheer!
The farm will be open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., with animal visits, barn activities, holiday shopping, and Christmas fun. Santa will make a special appearance from 1–2 p.m. Other holiday characters will not be appearing Sunday.
From 5–8 p.m., the Northern Lights Holiday Trail will be open for vehicle drive-throughs and train rides only. No walkers permitted.
Northern Lights Holiday Trail Continues Through January 2
The Northern Lights Holiday Trail will be open every Friday and Saturday from 5–8 p.m. through January 2, 2027, for WALKERS ONLY.
Special Sunday Drive-Through Nights:
- November 29 — 5–8 p.m.
- December 13 — 5–8 p.m.
- December 27 — 5–8 p.m.
Sunday evenings are for vehicle drive-throughs and train rides ONLY. No walkers allowed.
Community members, families, businesses, and organizations are also invited to participate by creating their own lighted displays along the trail.
Handmade Christmas Decorations and Holiday Shopping
Kickin’ Up Dust will offer handmade kissing balls ($30), wreaths ($20–$45), swags ($20–$25), Christmas gnomes ($20), candy canes ($25), and crosses ($40).
The farm will be open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for Christmas decoration sales and holiday shopping, while supplies last.
Preorders are available through the Thera-Pet Facebook page until November 14. After that, decorations will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis.
The gift shop will also be open. Credit cards are not accepted; PayPal and Venmo are available.
Celebrating Christmas While Supporting a Wonderful Cause
The Kissing Ball Christmas Charity Event is an opportunity for families to make special holiday memories while supporting Thera-Pets. Whether visiting Santa, enjoying the farm animals, shopping for handmade decorations, or experiencing the Northern Lights Holiday Trail, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
Admission is FREE, and donations to benefit Thera-Pets are welcome and greatly appreciated.
Location: Kickin’ Up Dust, 362 Peasleeville Road, Schuyler Falls, NY
Opening Weekend: November 28–29, 2026
Northern Lights Holiday Trail: Fridays and Saturdays, 5–8 p.m., walking only, through January 2, 2027. Special drive-through Sundays: November 29, December 13, and December 27.
Contact: 518-569-1263
More Information: Visit the Thera-Pets Facebook page.
Come celebrate the magic of Christmas, make memories with your family, and help spread holiday cheer while supporting Thera-Pets!
Posted: November 6th, 2026 under Community Events, Heathcare News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Youth News.