The Knoxville farm’s annual event blends holiday shopping with community giving.

KNOXVILLE, Ill. — Walnut Grove Farm will celebrate a long-running local tradition next weekend when it hosts its 34th annual Christmas at Walnut Grove Farm on Nov. 8–9 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The event draws visitors from across the region for handmade gifts, food, and family activities at the National Historic Register farmstead north of Knoxville. Admission is a donation of nonperishable food items for the Knoxville Council of Churches’ Christmas baskets.

More than two dozen artisans will take part, selling work that includes quilts, watercolor paintings, wood carvings, jewelry, books, and blown-glass ornaments. Baked goods, soups, tamales, and coffee will be available throughout the weekend.

Entertainment includes live music from Cluck Ole Hen on Saturday and John Heasly on Sunday, both at 1 p.m. Old World Saint Nicholas will make daily appearances at 11 a.m. Families can also create ornaments, take photos for Christmas cards, and order wreaths and greens for December pickup.

Farm host Jan King said the event has become “a holiday homecoming” for families who return each year. “It’s about celebrating community and supporting local artisans,” she said.

More information is available at barn-fest.com or by calling (309) 337-5354.