Illustration of a juggler and an acrobat in a small circus ring as children watch (A Christmas Carol)

A Christmas Carol

Guests gather inside an 1880s-era packing shed to experience the classic story of Ebenezer Scrooge presented in theatrical vignettes throughout the evening. The event features live music, community Christmas caroling, a countryside hayride, and period country dancing led by a dance caller. A full holiday feast is served, featuring roast beef, cider-baked ham, chowder, vegetables, and a dessert table.

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When

Tickets

Friday nights, Saturday nights, and the Saturday matinee: adults $69; children ages 3–12 $47. Tuesday–Wednesday evenings: adults $65; children ages 3–12 $44. Hard cider, wine, and beer are not included with the dinner price.

Hours

Friday nights 7pm–10pm; Saturday nights 7pm–10pm; Saturday matinee 11am–2pm; Tuesday–Wednesday 7PM–10 PM. The itinerary lists check-in at 6:30, Stave I at 7:30, dinner service at 7:50, Stave II at 8:20, caroling at 8:40, Stave III at 9:00, dancing at 9:20, and the final stave at 9:50.

Food & Drink

Dinner includes corn chowder, fresh-baked bread, English roast beef, cider-baked ham, cheese potatoes, buttered green beans, candied carrots, and a dessert table; hard cider, wine, and beer are available for separate purchase, and outside beverages are not permitted.

Parking

Park in the upper parking lot for the Old Packing Shed.

Going?

Location

Riley's Farm · 12261 S. Oak Glen Road, Oak Glen, California 92399 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and groups who enjoy dinner theater

Vibe

Festive and theatrical

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Arrive early so you can check in, take a hayride, and have the soup appetizer before the story begins.
  • Use the upper parking lot for the Old Packing Shed, where this dinner-show event takes place.
  • Use Riley’s Farm’s written directions rather than relying on GPS databases, which the farm says are routinely wrong.
  • Leave outside beverages at home; they are not permitted, while hard cider, wine, and beer are available at the event.

Special Events & Promotions

  • A Saturday matinee session is offered.
  • Tuesday–Wednesday evening tickets are listed at a lower price than Friday and Saturday tickets.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is there an age range for children attending?

Children’s tickets are listed for ages 3–12.

What happens during the evening?

Guests experience Dickens’s story in theatrical vignettes, live music, a countryside hayride, community caroling, and period country dancing.

What food and drinks are included?

The feast includes chowder, bread, roast beef, cider-baked ham, vegetables, and dessert. Hard cider, wine, and beer are available separately; outside beverages are not permitted.

Where should I park for the event?

Guests attending events at the Old Packing Shed should park in the upper parking lot.

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