cookies with the clydesdales
Military, first responders, and their families are invited to this fun, family-friendly outdoor event.
We are taking a year off!
Many of you have become regular visitors to our annual event Cookies with the Clydesdales at the farm.
We so enjoy seeing you!
In 2026, however, we are taking a break and will not hold Cookies with the Clydesdales.
We started this event in 2020 and never imagined it would draw more than a 1,000 people to our farm for the holidays. We love it! But we want to take a year off and consider future plans for the holiday season at the farm for our community of veterans and first responders.
We will be back in touch in 2027 to let you know our plans! Thank you for your love and support of this amazing event.
Event Highlights
At the event, you will follow a path around
the farm where you will meet the farm animals--alpacas, donkeys, and horses--have a snack,
and (of course) say hello to Santa!
There will be s'mores by the bonfire,
professional photos at the carriage,
a children's fiber craft area, and much more!
Demonstrations
The forge will be blazing as War Horse Forge
demonstrates traditional blacksmithing skills
on anvils that each have a story.
Fredericksburg Spinners and Weavers Guild will demonstrate spinning and weaving of alpaca fiber from our farm! Children are welcome to try it out.
Our gift shop will be open with
hand-forged, veteran-made items as well as
alpaca-centric gifts for sale.
Registration
We will be back in 2027 with more information!
Become a Sponsor
The event is sponsored and supported by people and organizations committed to improving the physical and mental wellbeing of our military and first responder heroes and their families. If you would like to join our team, contact Beth at 828/775-8035. Thank you!
Volunteer!
If you are interested in volunteering at the event, email info@19hands.org. Thank you for your interest!
Contact Us
Do you have questions or comments about the event? Send us a message, and I will get back to you soon.
Cookies with the Clydesdales
81 Whispering Pines Lane, Stafford, Virginia 22556, United States
Cookies with the Clydesdales and War Horse Forge are programs of 19 Hands Inc, a federally recognized 501(c)3 nonprofit offering free hands-on programs for military and first responders. Please contact us at info@19hands.org or 540/538-7453
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