Shelton · Connecticut
Fairview Tree Farm
Full-service choose-and-cut, tall precuts, living trees and separately scheduled Santa hayrides.
At a glance
Your tree visit.
- Tree choices
- Cut your own · Pre-cut trees · Living trees
- Previously published choose-and-cut, up to 10 feet
- $108
Plus tax; carrying/wrapping/loading/tie-on included; confirm the new season’s price and stock
All prices & conditions ↓ - Visit times
Wed–Thu from 10am; Fri–Sun from 9am; confirm closing
Full schedule ↓
2 Sawmill City Road, Shelton, CT
Find your tree
Choose your Christmas tree.
Fairview’s previously published season offered choose-and-cut trees up to 10 feet for $108 plus tax, with the saw and staff carrying, wrapping, loading and tie-on included. Fields do not have trees taller than 10 feet for visitors to cut. For a taller room, the precut range runs around 5–14 feet, with larger-tree enquiries arranged ahead. The association’s field selection names white, Colorado blue, Norway and Serbian spruce; Fraser and Canaan fir, limited concolor fir, and white pine. Ask which varieties and heights remain available rather than treating the full list as today’s stock.
The operator also lists living balled-and-burlapped Fraser fir, blue spruce, Norway spruce and white spruce. Confirm current root-ball sizes and transport arrangements rather than treating these as part of the cut-tree price. Cash is preferred and cards are accepted. The homepage says field cutting closed at the end of the previous season and looks forward to returning; check the new announcement for current field availability.
Published varieties
- White spruce
- Colorado blue spruce
- Norway spruce
- Serbian spruce
- Fraser fir
- Canaan fir
- Concolor fir
- White pine
Which variety suits your decorations?
General tree guidance; the farm’s selection, sizes and services are described above.
- Fraser fir
- Upward branches and good needle retention; firmer branches can suit heavier ornaments.
- Concolor fir
- Longer, silver-blue needles with a citrus scent when crushed.
- Canaan fir
- Dark green needles with white undersides and firmer branches for decorations.
- White pine
- Long, soft needles and flexible branches; choose lighter decorations.
- Blue spruce
- Blue to silver-blue foliage with sharp needle tips.
- White & Black Hills spruce
- Gray-green to blue-green needles, less sharp than blue spruce.
Learn more: University of Wisconsin Extension ↗ · National Christmas Tree Association ↗
Compare the options
Trees & prices.
| Selection & size | Price |
|---|---|
| Previously published choose-and-cut, up to 10 feet | $108 Plus tax; carrying/wrapping/loading/tie-on included; confirm the new season’s price and stock |
Tree shopping and handcrafted greenery
Daytime tree selection does not require a reservation. The Christmas Shoppe sells ornaments and gifts, while handcrafted wreaths range from 12 inches to 4 feet, plain or decorated. Custom wreaths need arranging and quantities are limited. Roping, cemetery boxes and other greens are separate purchases.
Weekend concessions include hot cider, freshly made donuts, popcorn and other treats. Leashed dogs are allowed during the daytime visit, with cleanup; this does not establish night-event pet access. The fall Legends of Fear attraction has its own season and admission.
Santa rides and Night of Lights
The earlier programme’s weekend Santa visits were 11:30am–3:30pm, with tractor hayrides 1–3pm. The ride asks an $8-per-person charity donation and is first come, first served with limited places.
The earlier Night of Lights ran November 29–December 21 on select nights, with hours of 5–8pm that varied on some evenings. This separate reserved 30-minute wagon ride passed illuminated tree fields and holiday scenes, with Santa, Mrs. Claus and the Grinch, plus a bonfire and treats. The previous ticket was $27.50 per person; children age 2 and under were free only when lap riding. Arrive 30 minutes before your booked time. Tickets are advance-only, without group sales; evening precut shopping 5–8pm was reserved for ticket holders.
| Visit | Time / conditions |
|---|---|
| Daytime Santa | Weekends 11:30am–3:30pm |
| Santa tractor hayride | Weekends 1–3pm; $8/person donation; first come, limited |
| Night of Lights | November 29–December 21, select nights 5–8pm; times vary; 30-minute ride; advance reservation; $27.50/person; age 2 and under free if lap riding |
Schedules and weather policies
The earlier calendar ran November 28–December 21, closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Its Night of Lights dates were November 29 and December 5–7, 12–14 and 19–21. The main daytime schedule gives Wednesday–Thursday 10 am–4:30 pm and Friday–Sunday 9 am–4:30 pm, while the footer gives a 5 pm finish. The industry profile has a different, undated daily 10 am–4 pm pattern through December 23. Confirm renewed dates and the day’s closing time before a late visit.
Tree, wreath, ornament, stand and event sales are final. The event weather policy has a specific exception: if the farm cancels for safety, customers can transfer dates or receive an automatic refund three days after the cancellation announcement. Ordinary tickets must be used at their booked date and time.
A stop to see the farm goats
The farm’s resident goats are another possible stop during a visit. Visitors are asked not to pet them; the farm lists fresh carrots and lettuce as welcome snacks. Ask staff about winter access to their area before adding the stop to your tree visit.
Firewood by the wheelbarrow or cord
Smaller firewood loads can be collected at the farm during operating hours, with staff loading while you wait. Larger seasoned hardwood orders have separate delivery arrangements. The published cord prices are cash on delivery; an additional delivery charge applies outside Shelton. Confirm the current order total and pickup payment method.
| Quantity | Posted price | Collection / payment condition |
|---|---|---|
| Wheelbarrow | $25 | Farm pickup only during operating hours |
| Half cord, 64 cubic feet | $225 | Cash on delivery; extra delivery charge outside Shelton |
| Full cord, 128 cubic feet | $350 | Cash on delivery; extra delivery charge outside Shelton |
Pick your day
Visit times.
| Previously published arrangements; confirm the new season | Hours |
|---|---|
| Previously published Wednesday–Thursday | 10am–4:30pm; footer says 5pm—confirm |
| Previously published Friday–Sunday | 9am–4:30pm; footer says 5pm—confirm |
| Monday and Tuesday | Closed in published tree calendar |
| Previously published Night of Lights, November 29–December 21 | Select nights 5–8pm; times vary; separate advance ticket required |
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