WE ARE SOLD OUT! Please join us next year for our 2025 TEDDY BEAR TEA.
It’s a colorful, magical, wonderland tea party, where snowflakes and twinkle lights hover overhead, sugar plum fairies sparkle nearby, and bears of all shapes and sizes share in the joys of the season with you and your family. Hundreds of families flock to our door for this amazing event, and tickets sell out every year — often in less than a day!
Saturday Seating at 10:30am – SOLD OUT Saturday Seating at 2:30pm – SOLD OUT Sunday Seating at 10:30am – SOLD OUT Sunday Seating at 2:30pm – SOLD OUT
Enjoyed by everyone from tiniest tot to the tallest and wisest of grown-ups, Teddy Bear Tea, held annually the first weekend in December, has been a tradition for over 30 years, gathering the community together during the holidays and raising much-needed funds for our nonprofit organization.
Guests share in a scrumptious tea-time buffet with variety of savories, sandwiches and sweet treats. Kids can wear their “fancy dress,” practice party etiquette and drink real (decaffeinated) tea or juice in china cups. Enter our raffle for a chance to win fun prizes, and purchase items from the Holiday Boutique. And all kids take home party favors.
There will be no refunds for this event. No waitlist available.
A menu from a previous teddy bear tea.
Jodi Foucher Photography
A teddy bear dressed up for the tea party.
While all ages are welcome, this event is recommended for children ages three to nine. Children must be accompanied by at least one adult. Tables seat 10 guests, and table assignments are made in advance by The Gardens staff. When ordering tickets, attendees may request to sit at specific tables with friends and accommodations will be made if possible.
The annual Teddy Bear Tea event is made possible through the generous support of our sponsors and many volunteers. Proceeds support the education and garden programs at The Gardens at Heather Farm.
FOOD ALLERGY NOTICE: Food items served at Teddy Bear Tea may contain one or more of the following ingredients: Wheat/gluten, dairy, egg, meat, soy and tree nuts. Since menu items are prepared in advance and served buffet-style, we cannot accommodate specific requests or food modifications.
EVENT SPONSORS
F&M Bank
Jodi Foucher Photography
Kaiser Permanente
Sunrise Bistro & Catering
Fantasy Sound Productions
A.C.T.-American Conservatory Theater
Benihana
CuriOdyssey
Exploratorium
MOSAC- Museum of Science and Curiosity
Oakland Zoo
Walt Disney Family Museum
Winchester Mystery House
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Each event is 2 hours in length. There will be no early entry, and ticket holders may line up prior to the event start time. Pre-selected seating arrangements will be made for each seating time. No printed tickets are required.
I didn’t receive a printable ticket after I purchased. Do I need to bring one to the event? No. Once you pay for your ticket, you are automatically signed up for the event, and no physical ticket will be required. We will have a check-in table at the event.
I want to sit with my friends/family members; how do I let the event organizers know that? After registering for the event, there is a series of questions that you must complete. Please make a note that your friends/family would like to sit together. Seating assignments are finalized the week of the event, and changes will not be made.
I accidentally clicked the wrong day/time for my desired event date. Can I change that? Unfortunately, no. No refunds will be made for this event, as ticket sales for each event are separate. All ticket sales are final.
What if it is raining on the event day; do we get a refund? No. The event will happen rain or shine. Our indoor Camellia Room has central air and plenty of space, no matter what the weather is.
I need accommodations for the event (wheelchair, highchair, etc.). Who do I contact? Please email info@gardenshf.org for all questions or accommodation requests.
I have a food allergy. How do I ensure that the food served at the event will not impact me? Our food is served buffet style, and individual requests cannot be accommodated. Certain foods may contain nuts, gluten, wheat, dairy, and soy.
I have a child under 2 who requires a seat and will not be eating at the event. Do they still need a ticket? Yes. All persons require a purchased ticket for entry.
Where do I park for the event? The Gardens at Heather Farm has a designated parking lot. If the lot is full, you may park on Marchbanks Drive, which is all public parking.
What is the attire for the event? Children are encouraged to wear “dressy” clothing.
What is the recommended age for this event? While all children and their adults are welcome, the event is suggested for ages three to nine.
Can I drop my child off and pick them up when the event is over? No. All children attending must have a guardian on site at all times.
What does the event consist of? Upon entry, guests can help themselves to our generous buffet of tea-time snacks. Enjoy traditional, decaffeinated tea while dining on sweet treats. A magical fairy will be hosting a special story time. Visit our Bear-tique, where you will find crowns for both boys and girls, a take-home bear to treasure, or exciting crafts for purchase! Take a photo in our winter wonderland and tag us for a chance to win FREE tickets to next year’s event. Participate in our raffle for amazing prizes to be won!
Am I allowed to bring my own food? No. Outside food and beverages are strictly prohibited
