Plenty of activities at the Goudse Hofsteden petting zoo during the Christmas holidays
During the holidays, activities are organized every day at De Goudse Hofsteden petting zoo. The petting zoo is closedon Christmas Day and New Year's Day. Every day, children can come and do crafts in the restaurant: from coloring a picture to painting different piggy banks. No registration is required. There is also a Christmas bauble treasure hunt during the holidays. You can also eat at the farm, including fresh sandwiches, delicious pancakes, poffertjes (mini pancakes), and of course delicious pea soup!
Monday, December 22
Today, some special animals are coming to visit: owls and birds of prey! From 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. or from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., you can learn all about these special animals under the guidance of an animal caretaker from Uil Topia. There is a maximum number of participants. This activity is for children and parents. As a parent, you also pay for participation. Participation costs €4.95 per person.
In the afternoon, between 1:30 and 3:00 p.m., children can make a window hanger in a winter/Christmas theme, choosing from a selection of different images. They are colored in with special paint/markers. Contribution €4.95. Ages 5 and up (4 and up with markers).
Tuesday, December 23 Donkey and pony morning
The Pony and Donkey Morning is organized between 10:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. Children will help take care of the ponies and donkeys, make a fun craft, and enjoy a cupcake! Ages 4 and up.
In the afternoon, children can make a sand painting between 1:30 and 3:00 p.m. Prefer coloring? That's also possible with a painting with velvet contours, and there are also various paintings that can be made with scratch art.
Wednesday, December 24 Toddler and Preschooler Morning
For the little ones, the petting zoo organizes an hour (10:30-11:30 a.m.) of cuddling animals and "helping out." Children (up to 4 years old) can cuddle small animals in the cuddle corner and help feed the animals, accompanied by their mom, dad, grandpa, or grandma. This is supervised by an animal caretaker. Afterward, they will make a small and simple craft.
In the afternoon, there will be a workshop on making lanterns between 1:30 and 3:00 p.m. Children can make lanterns with a winter theme using jars and various materials.
Thursday, December 25, ChristmasDay, the petting zoo will be closed. Friday, December 26, the petting zoo will be open.
Friday, December 26, lots of fun on Boxing Day at the petting zoo
The nativity scene can be admired from 11:00 a.m. onwards, featuring wooden dolls depicting the Christmas story. Of course, the Christmas donkey, sheep, and other animals are also present in this stable.
A Christmas bauble treasure hunt has been set up in the yard and a number of games are ready to play.
We also cater to your inner self in our cozy restaurant 'De Deel', where delicious mulled wine and hot chocolate with whipped cream are available, accompanied by a tasty treat, of course. Children can also participate in fun Christmas or winter craft activities.
The petting zoo is open from 10:00 a.m. The nativity scene can be admired every day during the holidays.
Monday, December 29 Winter Circuit
With a ticket, children can visit various stations between 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., all of which have something to do with winter. They can build a fun snowman, participate in various games, decorate a gingerbread man, make a bird cupcake, and then put on their coats and go outside for a treasure hunt.
Tuesday, December 30 In the morning, a number of special animals from Exotus Serpenti will be visiting. From 10:00 to 11:00 or from 11:00 to 12:00, you can learn all about various special animals under the guidance of one of their animal caretakers. There is a maximum number of participants. This activity is for children and parents. As a parent, you also pay for participation.
Afternoon mosaic or foam clay workshop, from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., a fun workshop where participants work with mosaic tiles and different surfaces. Foam clay is used for grouting. Children can also choose to work with foam clay only.
Decorate various figures/animals made from different materials of your choice.
Closed on Thursday, January 1
Friday, January 2 Owls visiting
Today, we will be visited by some special animals: owls and birds of prey! From 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. or from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., you can learn all about these remarkable animals under the guidance of an animal caretaker from Uil Topia. There is a maximum number of participants. This is a parent-child activity. As a parent, you also pay for participation.
Saturday, January 3 Making bird feeders for outdoor birds between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Today, children can make a bird feeder for wild birds in their own garden. Using a terracotta pot, an apple, homemade fat balls, and peanuts, children will make a little figure. The figure can then be hung up in the garden or on the balcony. Fun for the children and the birds!
Registration for all activities must be made at least one day in advance. Children under the age of six must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. For more information, registration, and contributions: Kinderboerderij De Goudse Hofsteden
0182-514219/sandra@kinderboerderijgouda.nl
www.kinderboerderijgouda.nl