past events
Mind Mysteries with Dan Gaffney
November 9th, 2024
It was a magical night on the farm with Dan Gaffney. He wowed us all with his incredible acts of mentalism. Revealing the phone numbers of audience members, pet names, occupations, their thoughts and the cards in a volunteer’s pocket. The evening was made complete with a delicious dinner by Caffe Gelato and our signature Loblolly spirits.We’d like to thank our wonderful audience members for this sold out event, Dan Gaffney and our staff for the evening for a night we won’t soon forget.
Pumpkin Patch sundays
Every sunday in october
We had the most amazing Pumpkin Patch Sunday season this fall at Loblolly Acres! We absolutely love showcasing the incredible talents of our community. From the fantastic live bands that played every weekend to the wonderful chefs, woodworkers, bakers, and artisans, there was something for everyone to enjoy!
Our scenic hayrides were running all day on Sundays, and the petting zoo was filled with our newest adorable feathered members of the Loblolly family, eager for everyone to hold and cuddle. Plus, our pumpkin patch was overflowing with pumpkins just waiting to be picked! With your help we also filled up our trailer to deliver to the victims of Hurricane Helene, we will be delivering later this month.
A huge, heartfelt thank you to all our wonderful guests, amazing volunteers, tasty food trucks, and fantastic vendors. YOU ALL made our October Sundays truly special, and we can’t wait to see you again next year!
Fall Farm to Table Dinner
October 4, 2024
Upon our guests' arrival we took them on a scenic hayride to then enjoy scottish eggs with lobster mushrooms and warm apple cider at the Old Pine Bar in the woods. For dinner our guests were served Roasted Cauliflower with fig harissa, greens & Chef Elonka’s Homemade Farm Cheese with a rich Butternut Squash, Carrot & Sweet Potato Soup for starters. Followed by a savory and perfectly cooked Beef Bourguignon for the main dish. And for dessert, mouthwatering Chocolate Pear Pudding and Elonka’s Pomegranate Ice Cream. These are some of our favorite nights on the farm, a delicious local and seasonal menu paired with lovely conversations and live piano by David Shockley. Grass fed meats and produce were sourced from Detwiler's Family Farm, terrific Mushrooms from Phillips Mushroom Farm Kennett Square, PA and perfect pears from Fairmount Pear Orchards.
BALLET BREWS BBQ and BLUES
September 8th, 2024
We had an fantastic time enjoying the incredible performance by Delaware’s professional ballet company First State Ballet Theatre , savoring delicious BBQ from Elonka's Treats and Eats & House's Rockin' BBQ , sampling Dewey Beer Company brews, and grooving to live blues music by Stu's Plan B and shopping local artisans. We were proud to showcase the incredible talents of our community, from talented macaron bakers and musicians to chefs, woodcrafters, farmers and ballerinas. Two dogs from Doggone Happy Animal Rescue Inc even found new homes!
Photos by Tisa Della Volpe
AUGUST FARM TO TABLE DINNER
August 16, 2024
Our third Farm to Table Dinner with Chef Elonka in the middle of August was a cozy and delightful evening featuring amazing food, great conversation, live music by Sol Knopf, hayride tour of the farm and delicious drinks. Chef Elonka wowed our guests with an array of non-GMO, locally sourced dishes, like her Ratatouille Confit byaldi made with late summer vegetables and a mouthwatering 20-hour roasted pork shoulder from Detwiller's Family Farm, topped off with scrumptious burnt peaches for dessert. She even included some smoked trout from the Organic Sunburst Trout Family Farm in Asheville, NC. We love nights like this on the farm so much so we added a new fall dinner to the calendar!
ALEX MILLER Country concert
August 10th, 2024
Alex Miller, a rising country music star from Lancaster, Kentucky made his Delaware debut on the farm! Since American Idol Season 19, Miller has been touring non-stop, opening for high-profile acts, collaborating with hit writers, working with a well-known producer, and performing at the Grand Ole Opry.
Before the concert, we had great local talent entertain our guests from Bryan Scar singing on the patio to Mackenzie Fish showcasing her trick roping skills. Alex Miller impressed our guests with his commanding and entertaining stage presence and incredible talent. He and his band had everyone on their feet to end the night with a slow dance and standing ovation. This event marks a significant milestone for our organization, as we plan to host many more national talents right here in Kent County!
We want to extend a warm thank you to Alex Miller Music and his band, Variety Attractions , our staff, the food trucks, and Miss Delaware for making the event special! We also want to thank everyone who visited the farm, whether it was their first time or one of many, who supported our mission to bring more arts, nature, and community to Central Delaware.
Love Seed Mama Jump Concert
August 4th, 2024
We had an absolutely awesome night at the farm with Love Seed Mama Jump! We were so stoked that the weather held off long enough to rock out with this amazing band. Before Love Seed took the Sycamore Stage, we kicked back and enjoyed the Caribbean vibes with the talented steel drum musician, Raymond Charles and entertained by some awesome circus acts. Plus, we savored some delicious eats from Taco Jardin, SmashMouth Burgers, Two Bay Twists, Little Connies Kettle Corn, Trendy Blends Ice Cream, and our signature adult beverages. Our newly added Old Pine Bar in the woods was also a popular spot for the evening.
Farm To Table Dinner
June 7th, 2024
Our second farm-to-table dinner was a delight, thanks to the amazing Chef Elonka. She wowed our guests with a three-course meal, and paired it with lavender lemonade and wine. Elonka spent four days in the kitchen, crafting an organic and locally sourced meal using goods from Detweiller’s Farm, Country Heaven Lavender & Grass-fed Beef Farm, Big Joe’s Honey, and Camden Wyoming Market Seafood.
To add to the fun, the talented HoneyBadgers performed live and enjoyed a hayride tour of the farm. We took a stop at the Old Pine bar in the woods, where we enjoyed some strawberry sangria and sampled Elonka's delicious cheeses. Each guest took home homemade strawberry jam and fresh lavender from Country Haven Farm.
Open House
June 1st, 2024
It was an unforgettable event. Eleven wood carvers from around the country created pieces at the farm to be auctioned off for our nonprofit. Guests enjoyed Sean Reilly performing live in the Sinatra style, a pop-up performance by OperaDelaware, circus acts, food trucks, and local vendors. The event also featured a live auction and the debut of our newest addition, Old Pine Bar in the woods. This was a free event for the community to showcase our mission and witness first-hand how we are making a difference in our community.
PUMPKIN PATCH SUNDAYS 2023
Each Sunday we opened our doors for pumpkin picking on the farm, two different live bands on our Sycamore Stage, hayrides around the farm, our petting zoo, locally crafted signature drinks, as well as hosted local vendors to all to eat, sip and shop. We hosted our Second Annual Car Show that was rained out earlier this year during our first PPS of the season. We also welcomed a flower arrangement class by Spectrum Farms and a pop up performance by the First State Ballet Theatre during our 2023 PPS season.
LOVE SEED MAMA JUMP
August 4th, 2023
The lively six-piece rock band from Dewey Beach, Delaware will lit up our Sycamore Stage!
Before the concert began our guests enjoyed a live performance by The Mad Dabbers on the patio, food trucks, cash bar, and yard games around the farm.
MIKE HINES & THE LOOK
June 23, 2023
Delaware’s Rock and Roll inductees rocked our Sycamore Stage to kickoff the summer season.
Before the concert began we enjoy sounds of the Caribbean with steel drum player Raymond Charles, food trucks, cash bar, yard games, and circus acts on the farm.
Chesapeake brass band
August 2022 + AUGUST 2023
The Chesapeake Brass Band made of 32 members performed on our Sycamore Stage as the summer sun set over the farm. Be sure not to miss them next time, they played marches, waltzes, movie soundtracks, and tributes beautifully as our guests enjoyed snacks and sips from local vendors.
PUMPKIN PATCH SUNDAYS
pumpkin picking out of our patch, petting zoo, yard games, hayrides, food trucks, local vendors, cash bar + live entertainment
FIRST STATE BALLET THEATRE
September 2022 + october 2023
The First State Ballet Theatre graced our Sycamore Stage on a perfect September Sunday. Delaware’s professional ballet company set against our natural backdrop, Tre Sorelle Dolce selling their ice cream, our fireplace roaring and popcorn popping made for a magical afternoon yet again. Photos by Tisa Della Volpe for FSBT.
Farm to Table Dinner
June 2023
The talented Chef Elonka made a delicious three-course, non-GMO, organic meal sourced locally from The Detweiler Family Farm, Big Joe’s Honey and Haas Family Butcher Shop. It included chef made cheeses, sauces, pickled vegetables, drunk in Cabernet beef short rib, and with the perfect finish, “Oops...I dropped Chocolate Pavlova cake”.
Chef Elonka brought her international experience to this farm to table dinner from living and traveling the world, cooking with different chefs and working at fine restaurants.
The evening was made complete with a hayride tour of the farm, live music by Joey Fulkerson, lovely cocktails and conversation. Each guest left with locally sourced goodies such as fresh lavender, our homemade strawberry jam, eggs and honey.
Dinner Theatres
DECEMBER 2023 + March 2023 + MAY 2024
Presented by Ovation Dinner Theater, an audience interactive comedy murder mystery took place in the Magnolia Barn +three course dinner by Lighthouse Catering.
FIRST ANNUAL CAR SHOW
August 2022
Our first of many Car Shows was a hit! Over 120 cars in show, Lower Case Blues played live, we gave out 100 dash plaques and awarded 11 trophies!
Easter Brunch + Egg Hunt
1st annual APRIL 2022
The families enjoyed their day on the farm flying kites, exploring our nature trail, playing yard games, hunting for eggs and eating brunch.
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FIRST STATE BALLET THEATRE
September 2021
Our very first event, we hosted First State Ballet Theatre on our Sycamore Stage. Delaware’s professional ballet company set against our natural backdrop, Tre Sorelle Dolce selling their ice cream, our fireplace roaring and popcorn popping made for a magical evening.
Photos of Artists of FSBT, Photography by Tisa Della Volpe
OPEN HOUSE EVENTS
We welcomed many to walk our new venue, sample local vendors, ask questions, and learn how to book your event or wedding at Loblolly Acres!