DUNNELLON EVENTS FIELD GUIDE
Christmas Lights and 2,000‑lb Champions: An Evening at Grandview Clydesdales
An accessible, evening farm tour in Dunnellon featuring award‑winning holiday displays and the chance to meet multi‑champion Clydesdales; this guide explains the experience options, VIP upgrade, and practical details.
Christmas Lights and 2,000‑lb Champions: An Evening at Grandview Clydesdales.
This evening tour at Grandview Clydesdales in Dunnellon turns the farm into a lit, decorated holiday spectacle where visitors can meet and touch multi‑champion Clydesdales, watch show‑harness and mane‑braiding demonstrations, and take framed photos with 2,000+‑lb champions amid award‑winning trees and displays.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Meet Multi‑Champion Clydesdales
Guided access to the show barn lets you meet and touch some of the world’s most recognised Clydesdales, see a champion groomed into show harness and watch mane‑braiding demonstrations—then pose for a picture with a 2,000+‑lb champion dressed for competition.
An Evening of Lights and Award‑Winning Décor
The farm is presented Christmas‑style with extensive lights, themed trees and decorations that have earned awards—the illuminated grounds and displays provide a distinctly festive backdrop for the tour and photos.
Private Carriage House and Behind‑the‑Scenes Access
VIP guests receive priority seating across presentation areas and, as the evening winds down, step into a private Carriage House area for cookies, a behind‑the‑scenes look at antique carriages under chandeliers, a special bag of treats and an owner‑escorted visit to feed the champions.
What the day feels like
How the evening unfolds
The event is an evening guided tour through one of the largest Clydesdale farms: guests move through presentation areas to watch a horse geared into show harness and a braiding demonstration, follow into the show barn to meet champions and take photos, then view the farm’s trophies and browse the onsite gift shop for memorabilia.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this experience suits — and who should consider alternatives.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Consider the 'Feeding the Clydesdales' add‑on ($25) if you want to feed the horses; VIP reservations are limited and include a bag of treats as part of the upgrade.
A Grandview Clydesdale gift shop is available at the farm offering merchandise and apparel.
VIP guests receive cushioned seating in the main presentation and a private Carriage House reception with cookies and a behind‑the‑scenes carriage display.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the experience last?
The standard Christmas with Clydesdales Experience runs about 2 hours; the VIP Christmas with the Clydesdales Experience can run up to approximately 2 hours 15 minutes, depending on group size and questions.
What are the prices?
The regular Christmas with Clydesdales Experience is priced at $62; the VIP upgrade is $129. There is an optional 'Feeding the Clydesdales' add‑on for $25.
Is this an evening event and are there holiday decorations?
Yes. This is an evening tour with the farm lit up by lights and decorated with themed Christmas trees and award‑winning displays.
Is the tour suitable for all ages and accessible?
The offering is advertised as 'For all ages' and an 'Accessible Tour for Everyone.'
What does the VIP upgrade include?
VIP guests receive priority and cushioned seating across presentation areas, access to a private Carriage House with cookies and a behind‑the‑scenes carriage walkabout, a bag of treats for the horses and an owner‑escorted visit to feed the champions.
Can I feed the Clydesdales?
Yes—there is an optional add‑on called 'Feeding the Clydesdales their Christmas Treats' for $25; VIP guests also receive a bag of treats and an escorted feeding opportunity as part of the upgrade.