The Slow Bloom | Farm Gatherings
Finding Magic in the Moment
Slow living, seasonal beauty, and community-centered gatherings on our family farm in Watseka, Illinois.
*Most events limited to 20 guests.
Slow Bloom Evenings
Spend a relaxed summer evening wandering the flower fields, picking a bouquet, and enjoying the quiet beauty of the farm at sunset.
These gatherings are simple by design. Bring a friend, a blanket, or just yourself and enjoy a peaceful evening surrounded by flowers.
A local food truck may be on site during some evenings if you'd like to grab dinner.
Includes:
• entry to the flower field
• pick-your-own bouquet or bloom bar
• time to wander and enjoy the farm
Yoga in the Flowers
Gentle yoga classes held in the greenhouse or among the flowers during the warmer months. These small gatherings combine mindful movement with time spent in nature.
After class, you're welcome to wander the flower field or simply relax on the farm for a while.
No experience is necessary. Just come as you are.
Field Days at Gray Farms
Field Days are relaxed daytime gatherings where guests can spend a few hours enjoying the flowers, learning about the farm, and taking part in simple hands-on experiences.
At the designated start time, we’ll begin with a short guided tour of the farm so you can see what’s growing and learn a little about how the farm works.
After the tour, guests are invited to spend time in the designated event areas of the farm, where a variety of optional experiences will be set up.
Optional add-on experiences may include:
• pick-your-own flower bouquets
• container herb or flower planting
• wildflower and pollinator seed bomb making
• fresh baked goods from the farm kitchen
You can decide which experiences you'd like to participate in once you arrive.
Contact for private events
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Retreats Beyond the Farm
While most gatherings take place here at Gray Farms, I occasionally host small retreats in places that invite a slower pace and deeper connection.
Our upcoming retreat will be held in the French countryside, where we’ll spend the week practicing gentle yoga, exploring nearby villages, enjoying fresh, local food, and settling into the rhythms of daily life there.
If taking a step away from your routine and experiencing something like this feels meaningful to you, you’re warmly invited to join us.
