Private Events

Corporate Events • Birthday Parties • Fundraisers

Family Reunions • Car Shows • Picnics and More

Bates Nut Farm offers a beautiful country location for your next private event. This picturesque one hundred acre farm has been in the family for 100 years. Our climate and setting make it the perfect outdoor venue. Whether you are planning an intimate gathering or grand reception, we can help you to create the event of your dreams—one that you and your guests will long remember.

Bates does not book private events during October Pumpkin Patch Festivities.

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Birthday Parties, Picnics & Family Reunions

Reunion picnic

Who doesn't love a day in the country? The farm is a great place to relax with a picnic, play some lawn games, enjoy the farm zoo, and bite into some old fashioned homemade fudge.

Car Shows

Bates is home to several car shows throughout the year. The farm has ample space to accommodate a large number of vehicles, and the shade trees make it comfortable for exhibitors and spectators alike.

Community Events & Fundraisers

Young Life Garden Tea Party Fundraiser 2013

Community groups and non-profits find that Bates is the perfect venue for their events. Some of our returning organizations include the American Cancer Society's Valley Center Relay For Life, the Young Life Garden Tea Party, Valley Center Music Festival and the Valley Center Gourmet Food Truck Festival.

Each event is unique in its own way, and there are many options available to you at Bates Nut Farm. Our special events team has the experience, creativity and resources to bring your event to life. We would love to talk to you in depth about your special day. Please fill out our inquiry form abpve or you call at 760-749-3333.