Jester

Wagon & Sleigh Rides

Holiday Horse-Drawn Rides

Registration

Booking and Availability: Get 25% off now thru Dec 31! Use discount code JINGLE Click Here to Register!

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Dates:

November 30

December 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 23, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31

Times: 10 am, 10:30 am, 11 am, 11:30 am, 1:30 pm, 2 pm, 2:30 pm, 3 pm, 3:30 pm

Information: Depending on the snow conditions, we’ll hitch our draft horse team to a wagon or a sleigh and take you for a 30-minute ride through Jester Park.

Sleigh Rides require a minimum of 6 inches of packed snow as a proper base for the sleigh. A wagon will be used when there is no snow or not enough snow to pull a sleigh.

Length: Holiday Rides are 30 minutes long. Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled ride.

Party Size: Up to 12 guests. Small children who can comfortably sit on an adult's lap do not need to be included in the count.

Cost: $200

Need to Know

  • Holiday Horse-Drawn Rides are 30 minutes in length through the trails of Jester Park and are weather-dependent.
  • Please arrive 15 minutes early for your ride.
  • All rides require a reservation.
  • Our vehicle holds up to 12 guests.
  • Hand-held snacks and non-alcoholic drinks are welcome on the ride. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets!
  • Dogs and other small animals are NOT permitted on the sleigh ride.

WHAT IF THERE IS NO SNOW?

If your reservation date ends up with little to no snow, we will pull a wagon instead of a sleigh.

If we cannot take your group out on a sleigh OR wagon ride (i.e., icy footing, wind chill 0°, etc.), you will be offered an opportunity to rebook your ride OR a full refund.

Questions

Email us at: JPEC_INFO@polkcountyiowa.gov

Have a larger group? Email us for details!

Jester Park Equestrian Center strives to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to participate. If you anticipate needing a modification due to a disability or have questions about accessibility, please contact us at 515-999-2818 or jpec_info@polkcountyiowa.gov.