Visitor walking a miniature goat on a lead beside the river at City Chicks Farm, Samford Valley

35 minutes from Brisbane

Farm Experiences

Six ways to spend real time with the animals, not just look at them over a fence.

City Chicks is a working farm in Samford Valley, about 35 minutes from Brisbane CBD. Every experience below is hands on and booked ahead, so you get the animals to yourself rather than sharing them with a crowd. Most take under an hour, which leaves plenty of the day for the cafe, the river walk and the Farm Shop.

Meet Our Mini Irish Donkey at City Chicks Farm and Cafe, Samford Valley near Brisbane
Adults only, 18+

Meet Our Mini Irish Donkey

$45

30 minutes 10am daily 1 person

A 30-minute new farm experience in Samford Valley, for adults. Come and meet up close our miniature Irish donkey, Cookie. He is very small, curious and full of personality. This is a quiet, booked encounter at City Chicks Farm and Cafe at our Barn area next to the cafe. While other visitors get to watch, you go into the Barn area to get up close. No rush. No crowds. Just you, a beautiful little donkey, a couple of rescue calves and a pocket of country air. Brush Cookie and the calves with our soft brushes. Offer a treat of chaff. Take the photos you will actually keep. Cookie lives with our rescue calves, so the session has that real farm feeling. Adults only. 18 years and over. 1 person. Thirty minutes. $45 per person Perfect for a unique Brisbane day trip, couples and friends, photographers, or anyone wanting a gentle animal experience. Remember this is an adult only experience, with people under 18 not permitted for safety reasons. When Cookie has had enough he will let you know. That is how a good farm visit should feel.

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Fire Pit Experience - 1hr at City Chicks Farm and Cafe, Samford Valley near Brisbane
Only available in Winter

Fire Pit Experience - 1hr

$49

1 hour 9am and 11.30am daily Up to 4 people

Light your own campfire the old-fashioned way: newspaper, kindling, firewood and a single match. Your own private fire pit seats up to 4 people on repurposed milk crates, with firewood, kindling, matches and marshmallows for toasting all included. Cafe meals and coffee can be ordered and brought down to you. $49 per fire pit. Available 9am and 11.30am daily.

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Walk the Goats Experience at City Chicks Farm and Cafe, Samford Valley near Brisbane

Walk the Goats Experience

$59

45 minutes 10am and 12 noon daily 2 people

Spend 45 minutes with our two friendly miniature goats: meet them, learn about goat care and behaviour, then clip on a lead and stroll down to the grassy river area. Expect plenty of laughs and unforgettable photo opportunities. A relaxed farm experience designed for our adult visitors. If children accompany participating adults, they must remain under the direct supervision of their parent or carer at all times. As a working farm, City Chicks does not provide supervised children's activities. $59 for 2 people. Available daily 10am and 12 noon.

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Walk Lamborghini - Meet the Gentle Giant at City Chicks Farm and Cafe, Samford Valley near Brisbane

Walk Lamborghini - Meet the Gentle Giant

$29

Think you've got what it takes to lead Lamborghini? Meet Lamborghini, affectionately known as Lambo, our friendly Dorper sheep with a personality that's every bit as big as his name and weighing in at 110kg. At around two years old, Lambo is curious, relaxed and loves meeting visitors. This isn't a race or a test of strength, it's a chance to slow down, enjoy the fresh country air and experience life on a working farm with one very memorable sheep by your side. You'll spend a few minutes getting to know Lambo and learning about how special Dorper sheep are before taking him for a leisurely walk around the farm on a lead. He loves grass so may lead you astray! Lambo loves a scratch behind the ears, stopping to inspect interesting things and posing for plenty of photos. Every walk is a little different because, like all animals, he has his own unique personality and is very strong. Whether you're looking for a unique farm experience near Brisbane, planning a country date, catching up with mates or simply searching for something different to do in Samford Valley, this is an experience guaranteed to make you smile. After or before your walk, enjoy breakfast, lunch or coffee in our cafe, wander the farm, meet our goats, calves, ducks and chickens, or browse the Farm Shop before heading home. A relaxed farm experience designed for our adult visitors. If children accompany participating adults, they must remain under the direct supervision of their parent or carer at all times. As a working farm, City Chicks does not provide supervised children's activities. $29 for the experience.

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Book the Farm - Exclusive Use at City Chicks Farm and Cafe, Samford Valley near Brisbane

Book the Farm - Exclusive Use

$220/hr

Minimum 1 hour 2pm to 9pm daily Your whole group

Looking for a unique venue for a celebration, gathering, club event, photography session or private catch-up? You can book exclusive use of City Chicks Farm & Cafe and enjoy the farm in a relaxed country setting. For $220 per hour, your booking includes exclusive access to the cafe area including fridges, and the farm, giving your group plenty of space to connect, unwind and explore at your own pace. Your guests are welcome to feed the farm animals with included feed cups, wander through the farm and stroll past our sheep, goats, calves and poultry, explore the peaceful River Walk and enjoy the natural surroundings, and relax in the cafe and outdoor seating areas. Exclusive farm hire is available from 2pm to 9pm daily, making it ideal for private events without the general public. Whether you are planning a birthday celebration, corporate team day, social club outing, community gathering, photography session or another special occasion, we would love to help create a memorable experience. Bookings are essential. To discuss your event and availability, call Ingrid on 0435 226 912.

Duckling Sleepover at City Chicks Farm and Cafe, Samford Valley near Brisbane

Duckling Sleepover

$85

2 nights, 3 days Pick your collection time when you book Two ducklings

City Chicks most signature activity! Take a little piece of the farm home with our Duckling Sleepover Experience. For $85, enjoy two nights and three days caring for two adorable ducklings with everything you need included. Your pack contains two ducklings, a cage, bedding, paper lining, feeder, drinker, starter feed, and an easy-to-follow care guide. Simply enjoy feeding, watching, and caring for your feathered visitors before returning them to City Chicks Farm and Cafe. Perfect for animal lovers looking for a unique farm experience near Brisbane, the Duckling Sleepover creates unforgettable memories while giving you a taste of life on the farm. Includes: two ducklings, cage, bedding and paper, feeder and drinker, starter feed, care guide. Duration: 2 nights, 3 days | Price: $85

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Before you come

Planning your visit

Open

Mon – Fri 8am – 1pm

Sat – Sun 8am – 2pm

Experience times are set per booking, so check the slot you pick.

Where

408 Mount Glorious Rd

Samford Valley QLD 4520

About 35 minutes from Brisbane CBD. Free parking on site.

Good to know

Dogs on leads are welcome. Closed-in shoes are the sensible choice. Children are welcome on the farm but must stay with a parent or carer, and the donkey experience is adults only.

Buying for someone else? A gift certificate can be spent on any experience on this page. Or see the rest of the Farm Shop.

City Chicks is a working farm & cafe. Visitors may view animals & poultry from designated viewing areas only. Children must be supervised at all times.