GALENA EVENTS FIELD GUIDE
Neighs & Bouquets: A Quiet Pre-Thanksgiving Pause with Horses and Hand-Tied Florals in Galena
A 90–120 minute afternoon at Shenandoah Riding Center that pairs guided, hands-on time with gentle horses and a florist-led workshop to make a Thanksgiving centerpiece.
Neighs & Bouquets: A Quiet Pre-Thanksgiving Pause with Horses and Hand-Tied Florals in Galena.
Set on the grounds of Shenandoah Riding Center in Galena, Neighs & Bouquets compresses a restorative rural afternoon into a focused 90–120 minute experience: time in the barn bonding with gentle horses followed by a hands-on floral workshop in which each guest creates a Thanksgiving centerpiece.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Barn Time: Brushing, Petting and Braiding
The event begins in the barn with guided time alongside Shenandoah’s sweetest horses—brushing, petting and even braiding manes is part of the experience, designed to slow the pace and foster connection with the animals.
A Hands-On Floral Workshop Led by Sam
After barn time, participants gather for a floral session led by Sam from The Novel Bloom (Savannah, IL), learning techniques and assembling their own handcrafted Thanksgiving centerpieces.
A Centerpiece and a Festive Drink
Each ticket includes one handcrafted Thanksgiving floral arrangement and a festive holiday drink; optional charcuterie trays and additional drinks are available for purchase to round out the afternoon.
What the day feels like
How the afternoon flows
Neighs & Bouquets is a quietly choreographed two-part outing: the first portion is intimate, tactile work in the barn—grooming and close, guided time with horses—followed by a convivial, instructional floral workshop where everyone leaves with a finished Thanksgiving centerpiece.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits best—and who should check details before booking.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The event runs approximately 90–120 minutes.
Hosted at Shenandoah Riding Center in Galena, Illinois, and run in partnership with a florist from The Novel Bloom (Savannah, IL).
Each ticket includes guided horse time, one handcrafted Thanksgiving floral arrangement and a festive holiday drink; optional charcuterie trays and additional drinks are available for purchase.
Spots are limited—reserve in advance to guarantee a place.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does Neighs & Bouquets last?
The event lasts approximately 90–120 minutes.
Where does the event take place?
Neighs & Bouquets is hosted at Shenandoah Riding Center in Galena, Illinois.
What happens during the barn portion?
Guests spend guided time with the horses—brushing, petting and doting on them, and braiding manes is explicitly welcomed.
Who leads the floral workshop and what will I make?
The floral workshop is led by Sam from The Novel Bloom (Savannah, IL); each guest creates a handcrafted Thanksgiving centerpiece.
What does my ticket include?
Each ticket includes guided time with the horses, one handcrafted Thanksgiving floral arrangement and a festive holiday drink; optional charcuterie trays and additional drinks are available for purchase.
Are there a limited number of spots?
Yes—spots are limited and the event encourages advance reservation.