Everything You Need to Know About the Christmas Season at MCO – The Ultimate Holiday Adventure!
Our Christmas season is packed with merry moments and festive fun for the whole family. Plan your visit and immerse yourself in the heartwarming magic of Christmas at MCO with Local Shopping, Santa & Mrs. Claus Visits, Wreath Making Workshops, Hot and Fresh Apple Cider Donuts, & Much More.
Christmas @ The Orchard: Christmas Magic Before Bedtime with Santa, Mrs. Claus, & The Baby Highland Cows
Nov. 28th & 29th & Dec. 12th, 13th, 19th & 20th | Reservations required
Experience the wonder of Christmas at Millstone Creek Orchards with a magical daytime celebration filled with festive fun, cherished traditions, and memory-making moments for the whole family.
It's everything we love about Christmas—the joy, the laughter, the wonder, and the time spent together—all wrapped up in one unforgettable daytime adventure. Christmas magic before bedtime!
Your Christmas Adventure Includes:
🎅 Meet & Greet with Santa & Mrs. Claus
🐮 Christmas Highland Cow Visits
❄️ Frosty's Snow Party
🦌 Santa's Reindeer Training Camp & Reindeer Food Creation Station
🍪 Christmas Cookie Decorating
💌 North Pole Mailroom
🎄 Cider House Christmas Ornament Tradition
Christmas Tree Lot Open Daily - Fresh Fraser Firs
Monday-Saturdays: 10-5pm | Sundays: 12-5pm | Beginning 11/21
There's something magical about picking out the perfect Christmas tree, and we can't wait to be part of your family's holiday tradition! Beginning November 21st, join us daily to explore our beautiful selection of fresh-cut, 6–8 foot North Carolina Fraser firs, brought straight from the mountains and ready to fill your home with the sights and scents of Christmas.
Make it more than just a tree-shopping trip — turn it into a sweet holiday memory! Sip on a cozy seasonal beverage (weather permitting), indulge in delicious orchard treats, browse festive goodies, and soak up a little Christmas cheer while finding the perfect tree for your home.
Tree prices range but average $14/foot.
BLACK FRIDAY SPECIAL EVENT: Sip, Shop & Santa
Black Friday, November 27th from 12pm - 3pm
Kick off the Christmas season with Sip, Shop & Santa! 🎅🎄 Bring the whole family for FREE visits and photos with Santa & Mrs. Claus, shop fresh-cut North Carolina Fraser fir Christmas trees and unique holiday gifts, and enjoy festive treats and seasonal sips at The Cider House. Make sweet holiday memories while supporting local businesses and with every tree purchase, enjoy a free dozen apple cider donuts— no tickets or reservations needed for Santa visits!
Create a Tradition - Christmas Wreath Making Workshops
Select dates in November & December | Reservations required
Gather your favorite people and let the holiday creativity begin! Whether you're starting a new family tradition, planning a festive outing with friends, or simply looking for a little Christmas cheer, our Wreath Making Workshops at The Cider House are the perfect way to make sweet memories together!
Our workshop instructor will guide you step-by-step as you create a beautiful, one-of-a-kind Christmas wreath to welcome the season into your home. Add your personal touch with a variety of festive decorations, seasonal accents, and a handcrafted bow to make your masterpiece uniquely yours! Work together as a family to create one special wreath or let everyone design their own holiday creation.
Pancakes & Pajamas with Santa & Mrs. Claus
Sunday, December 6th at 10am | Tickets required
Pull on your coziest holiday pajamas and join us for a whimsical morning of pancakes, Christmas cheer, and magical memories with everyone’s favorite couple! Enjoy a festive feast with a fluffy, all-you-can-eat pancake bar, savory breakfast favorites, and more. But the magic doesn't stop at breakfast! Also, enjoy a meet & greet with Santa & Mrs. Claus, Storytime & Crafts with the Elves; Ornament Decorating & Reindeer Food Creation. And for added fun—a Pajama Parade with Santa - we're giving away prizes for the most festive PJs. Space for this special morning is limited, so be sure to reserve your table early!
Christmas Table Centerpiece Workshop
Saturday, December 19th and Sunday, December 20th | Book in advance
Create the perfect centerpiece for your Christmas table while sipping, crafting, and celebrating the magic of the holiday season at The Cider House!
Join us for a cozy, hands-on floral workshop where you'll bring a little Christmas magic to life with fresh cedar, fragrant holiday greenery, beautiful seasonal flowers, berries, pinecones, and festive accents. With a little creative guidance and your own personal touches, you'll design a stunning, one-of-a-kind centerpiece, complete with a holiday candle, that's ready to take center stage at your Christmas table!
An Apple Cider State of Mind & Granny’s Goodies - Home of Apple Cider Donuts
There’s nothing better than the sweet taste of apple cider in the winter, especially hot apple cider on those cool days. We press over 400 gallons of fresh apple cider fresh each week from September-December, and whether you’re looking for apple cider slushies, hot apple cider donuts, our sweet apple cider floats or fresh cider to take home with you, we’ve got you covered. Check out the details below for hours and availability of each:
Apple Cider Slushies: Available daily in the Apple Barn as well as at Granny’s Goodies on weekends.
Hot Apple Cider: Served hot on Saturdays from 10-5pm and Sundays from 12-5pm. Occasionally served on weekdays.
Apple Cider Donuts: Served hot and fresh Saturdays from 11-4pm and Sundays from 12-4pm.
Apple Cider Floats: Handmade fresh every Saturday from 11-4pm and Sunday from 12-4pm.
Apple Cider by the Half Gallon: Available daily in the Apple Barn. For large quantities, please call us to reserve.
S’more Roasting & Christmas Shopping
Christmas shopping is a little sweeter at the Orchard! Skip the hustle and bustle of the big stores and discover unique gifts, delicious goodies, and a whole lot of holiday charm at The Apple Barn! Whether you're searching for the perfect stocking stuffer, a thoughtful gift for someone special, or a little something for yourself, we've got something for everyone! Explore our selection of locally inspired gifts, canned goods, delicious dips and baking mixes, festive home décor, Orchard gift cards, and so much more.
Make your weekend visit extra special by gathering around our cozy outdoor fire pits for some good old-fashioned s'more roasting! Pick up your s'mores kit and roasting forks at Granny's Goodies, then settle in for a sweet treat, warm conversations, and memories with your favorite people. It's the perfect way to slow down and soak up the magic of the season!
The Apple Barn Holiday Shopping Hours:
Monday–Saturday | 10 AM–5 PM
Sunday | 12 PM–5 PM
Weekend S'more Roasting (November 28th - December 20th):
Saturday | 11 AM–4 PM
Sunday | 12 PM–4 PM
Fire pits available weather and temperature permitting.