Calhoun · Louisiana
Precious Memories Christmas Tree Farm
A tree farm in Calhoun where you choose your family tree in the field and the staff cut it, net it and tie it to your vehicle for you. Cypress rows, tree stands, fresh fir wreaths, free sleigh rides pulled by an antique tractor and a gift shop of homemade local items fill out the visit, with a lively opening weekend of giant games, a petting zoo and Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus.
At a glance
Your tree visit.
- Tree choices
- Choose a tree; staff cuts
- Field trees cut for you
- Ask the farm for tree prices
Ask the farm for tree prices and sizes. Sleigh rides are free.
Prices & conditions ↓ - Visit times
Opens Saturday, November 21 at 8am. Monday–Friday 10am–5pm and Saturday–Sunday 8am–5pm. Thanksgiving Day opens at 12pm and Black Friday opens at 8am. The farm closes for bad weather, so call before you come out.
Full schedule ↓
Find your tree
Choose your Christmas tree.
Precious Memories is one of the few places in the area where families come together to choose a family tree, and the staff do the work: you pick the tree you want and they cut it, net it and tie it to your vehicle. Ovensii cypress and Leyland cypress grow in the field rows. The farm's variety guide also shows Carolina Sapphire, Blue Ice and Fraser fir, so ask the farm which varieties and sizes are on the lot this season.
Tree stands are offered for purchase, and the farm has fresh fir wreaths.
Published varieties
- Ovensii cypress
- Leyland cypress
- Carolina Sapphire
- Blue Ice
- Fraser fir
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.
Learn more: University of Wisconsin Extension ↗ · National Christmas Tree Association ↗
Compare the options
Trees & prices.
Sleigh rides are free.
| Selection & size | Price |
|---|---|
| Field trees (cypress and other varieties) | Ask the farm The staff cut, net and tie the tree you choose. |
| Tree stands | Sold at the farm Offered for purchase. |
| Fresh fir wreaths | Sold at the farm Fresh fir wreaths are available. |
| Sleigh rides behind an antique tractor | Free Pulled by an antique tractor. |
| Credit card purchases | 3% charge Added to all credit card purchases. |
| Professional photographer session | $100 per day, cash only Per photographer, booked ahead; sessions happen before the farm opens for tree sales. |
Choose your tree and the staff cut it
You choose the tree and the farm does the rest. The staff cut the tree, net it and tie it to your vehicle for you, so all you have to do is pick the one that feels like yours.
| Step | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Choose | Walk the field and pick the tree you want. |
| Cut | The staff cut it for you. |
| Net | The staff net the tree. |
| Tie it on | The staff tie it to your vehicle for you. |
| Tree price | Ask the farm for prices and sizes. |
Tree varieties, stands and wreaths
Ovensii cypress and Leyland cypress grow in the field rows. The farm's variety guide also shows Carolina Sapphire, Blue Ice and Fraser fir. Ask the farm which of these are on the lot this season and in what sizes.
The farm offers tree stands for purchase and has fresh fir wreaths.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Ovensii cypress | Grows in the field rows. |
| Leyland cypress | Grows in the field rows. |
| Carolina Sapphire, Blue Ice and Fraser fir | Shown on the farm's variety guide. |
| Tree stands | Offered for purchase at the farm. |
| Fresh fir wreaths | Offered at the farm. |
Season dates and hours
The farm opens every year on the Saturday before Thanksgiving, which is November 21 this season. After opening weekend it is open Monday through Friday from 10am to 5pm and Saturday and Sunday from 8am to 5pm. On Thanksgiving Day the gates open at 12pm, and on Black Friday they open at 8am.
The farm closes for bad weather, so call before you come out.
| When | Hours | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday, November 21 (opening day) | 8am–5pm | Petting zoo 11:30am–1:30pm; Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus 12pm–3pm; giant games |
| Sunday, November 22 | 8am–5pm | Giant games |
| Monday–Friday | 10am–5pm | |
| Saturday–Sunday | 8am–5pm | |
| Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26 | Opens at 12pm | |
| Black Friday, November 27 | Opens at 8am | |
| Last day of the season | Ask the farm |
Opening weekend, Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus and food trucks
Opening weekend, Saturday, November 21 and Sunday, November 22, from 8am to 5pm, brings giant versions of axe throwing, Connect Four, a dart board and Whack-A-Mole to the farm.
On Saturday, November 21 the petting zoo, with more than 20 animals, is open from 11:30am to 1:30pm, and Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus are on hand from 12pm to 3pm for wishes and photos. Food trucks visit on some weekends.
| Event | When | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Giant games: axe throwing, Connect Four, dart board, Whack-A-Mole | Saturday, November 21 and Sunday, November 22, 8am–5pm | Ask the farm whether there is a charge. |
| Petting zoo | Saturday, November 21, 11:30am–1:30pm | More than 20 animals; fun for the whole family. |
| Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus | Saturday, November 21, 12pm–3pm | Kids can share their wishes and snap festive photos. |
| Food trucks | Some weekends | Ask the farm which days. |
Sleigh rides, the gift shop and the counter
Bring the whole family for a free spin around the farm on a sleigh pulled by an antique tractor.
The gift shop carries only homemade local items, each one unique, and the shop also has a small counter for drinks and snacks.
| Extra | Details |
|---|---|
| Sleigh rides behind an antique tractor | Free. Ask the farm which days the sleigh runs. |
| Gift shop | Only homemade local items are for sale. |
| Counter for drinks and snacks | A small counter with drinks and snacks. |
Photography
Professional photographers book the farm before it opens for tree sales. The fee is $100 per day for each photographer, cash only, and the farm books photographers through Facebook appointments; call or send a message through the farm's Facebook page. Large props such as couches or vehicles are not allowed, and small props such as chairs, blankets and wagons are welcome.
Families who want photos while browsing for trees are welcome during the selling season. Props are not allowed, and the farm asks that you not hinder other customers who are choosing a tree.
| Who | Rate | Rules |
|---|---|---|
| Professional photographers | $100 per day for each photographer, cash only | Booked ahead through Facebook appointments; sessions come before the farm opens for tree sales; no large props such as couches or vehicles; small props welcome. |
| Families browsing for trees | Welcome during the selling season | No props; please do not hinder other customers who are choosing a tree. |
Getting there, payment and practical details
The farm is at 455 Glen Acres Road in Calhoun, and it is dog friendly.
| Topic | At the farm |
|---|---|
| Address | 455 Glen Acres Road, Calhoun, LA 71225 |
| Credit cards | 3% charge on all credit card purchases |
| Dogs | Dog friendly |
| Bad weather | The farm closes for inclement weather; call before you come out |
The farm, the family and contacts
Precious Memories Christmas Tree Farm was founded in 1986.
Call the farm at 318-381-7417 or 318-801-3553 with questions about your visit or photographer bookings.
A closer look.
Pick your day
Dates & hours.
Tree season: Opens Saturday, November 21, the Saturday before Thanksgiving; ask the farm for a last day
The farm opens every year on the Saturday before Thanksgiving, which is November 21 this season, with opening weekend fun on Saturday and Sunday from 8am to 5pm. After that it is open Monday through Friday from 10am to 5pm and Saturday and Sunday from 8am to 5pm, opening at 12pm on Thanksgiving Day and at 8am on Black Friday. The farm closes for bad weather, so call before you come out. Ask the farm for a last day of the season.
| Christmas tree season | Hours |
|---|---|
| Saturday, November 21 (opening day) | 8am–5pm; petting zoo 11:30am–1:30pm; Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus 12pm–3pm; giant games all weekend |
| Sunday, November 22 | 8am–5pm; giant games |
| Monday–Friday | 10am–5pm |
| Saturday–Sunday | 8am–5pm |
| Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26 | Opens at 12pm |
| Black Friday, November 27 | Opens at 8am |
| Closing day | Ask the farm for a last day |
Food trucks visit on some weekends; ask the farm which ones.
Before you go.
- Opens Saturday, November 21: Monday–Friday 10am–5pm, Saturday–Sunday 8am–5pm; Thanksgiving Day opens at 12pm and Black Friday at 8am. Closes for bad weather; call before you come out.
- Choose your tree in the field and the staff cut it, net it and tie it to your vehicle.
- Opening weekend, November 21–22: giant games; Saturday, November 21: petting zoo 11:30am–1:30pm and Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus 12pm–3pm. Food trucks visit on some weekends.
- Free sleigh rides behind an antique tractor; gift shop of homemade local items.
- A 3% charge applies to credit card purchases; the farm is dog friendly.
- Call 318-381-7417 or 318-801-3553.
455 Glen Acres Road, Calhoun, LA 71225
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