South Barrington Suburban Farm
Amusements, Seasonal Celebrations, and Special Events Near South Barrington
Sonny Acres Farm is a historic and charming part of the culture in West Chicago, providing over a century of suburban farm fun near South Barrington. Our beautiful family farm has been part of the area for over 125 years, providing an opportunity for family fun, classic amusements and attractions, and loving farm animals to our community. Sonny Acres Farm is currently cared for by the Joyaux and Fontana families, who are dedicated to preserving the historic charm of the farm while improving and updating where needed to continue for a century more.
From hosting weddings or corporate events at our various venue spaces at Sonny Acres farm to celebrating the seasons with holiday fun, there is something for every family member here. You can spend time with the beloved farm animals or ride classic amusement park rides at Sonny Acres Farm.
South Barrington Special Event Hosting
Our suburban farm just south of South Barrington is a beautiful space for special events, from intimate gatherings to large-scale events. Our venue offers a variety of spaces for you to choose from, each of which can be transformed to fit the style and theme of your event.
Visit Sonny Acres Farm to learn about your options for hosting a special event, including:
At Sonny Acres farm, there is always something exciting to share, and our new special event space is no exception. COMING SOON! Ask us about our new spacious indoor barn for your next special event.

Amusements and Attractions Near South Barrington
At our suburban farm, you’ll find the nostalgic amusement park rides of the past, along with entertaining attractions for every member of the family. Visit our farm to take a ride on the Sonny Acres Express, the Tilt-a-Whirl, and the Giant Swing. Take a break from the rides and explore the attractions or grab a sweet treat from our farm store.


South Barrington Area Self-Feed Petting Zoo
The Sonny Acres Farm self-feed petting zoo brings the joy of farm animals to the public. Discover the love and joy of spending time with the animals at Sonny Acres Farm, where you can feed the animals and give them the love they deserve. No visit to a suburban farm is complete without spending time with the animals!
Celebrate Seasonal Holidays at Sonny Acres Farm
We take the holidays seriously at Sonny Acres Farm, and we start the holiday season when autumn rolls in. Join us for our spooky seasonal Fall Fest, where you can enjoy haunted hayrides and explore our haunted barn. Stroll through our suburban pumpkin patch and be sure to try our seasonal treats at the annual Fall Festival. Don’t miss the taffy apples and apple cider donuts at Sonny Acres Farm.


When winter approaches, we transform the farm from spooky and haunted to bright and magical, ringing in the season of giving. Celebrate the holidays with us at our Christmas Spectacular, where you’ll take photos with Santa, stroll through our display of lights, and shop at the holiday market. Find gifts for all at Sonny Acres Farm and be a part of our holiday tradition.