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- SPARC RC Racing Schedule | Colasanti's Tropical Gardens | Kingsville
Master Gardener Barb will be on-site for a variety of plant talks and workshops. Bring your questions because you will be able to receive help! S.P.A.R.C R/c Racing schedule Come watch this club race 1/10th and 1/8th scale trucks, buggies, short course trucks, and truggies around an outdoor course, located on the east side of Colasanti's. The club is a registered non-profit corporation operated by volunteers, and has been operating for over 20 years. Find the SPARC R/C Racing Community at the track in Colasanti's back field on the following days: August 2026 August 23 Sunday Series #4 September 2026 September 11 – September 12 SPARC RC - 1/10 Shootout Trophy Race September 13 SPARC RC - Sunday Series #5 September 20 SPARC RC - Club Race #6 October 2026 October 2 - October 4 2026 Charity Race, supporting Ronald McDonald House Southwestern Ontario Please direct all questions & inquiries to SPARC RC Racing: sparcracingclub@gmail.com
- Master Gardener Support | Colasanti's Tropical Gardens | Kingsville
Master Gardener Barb will be on-site for a variety of plant talks and workshops. Bring your questions because you will be able to receive help! Master Gardener support Master Gardeners will be available in our garden centre to answer all your gardening and house plant care questions from 1-3:30pm on the following Sundays: January 11 January 18 January 25 February 1 February 8 February 22 March 1 March 8 March 22 March 29
- Pumpkin Spice Fest I Colasanti's Tropical Gardens
This indoor fall event will feature an assortment of all things pumpkin spiced. Saturday, October 10, 2026 Spice up your Thanksgiving Saturday This indoor event is a celebration of all things autumn, featuring seasonal treats and pumpkin-themed delights from your favourite local businesses. 10 AM-3 PM Food Vendors Local food vendors will be serving up their classic offerings and some special pumpkin spice selections. Features: Coming soon This local favorite serving will be up fresh, delicious baked goods that taste just like home. Features: Coming soon Food made with warmth, love, and a sense of home. Enjoy sweet treats & hot dishes from this local hit. Features: Coming soon Back for another event, Little Foot Foods will be serving up fresh, hot pierogi & have frozen options to make at home. Featuring: Pumpkin Spice mini donuts and iced coffee. Enjoy popular dishes from our Everyday menu, like famous broasted chicken, and October specials. Happening around the farm... Stroll around the facility and take in all we have planned for the day. Location: Restaurant Musical Guest 11am - 3pm Catch Lauren Victoria from 11am-3pm, bringing country charm and energy to Pumpkin Spice Fest- the perfect fall soundtrack of pumpkins, spice, and everything nice. 10 Minute Cow Meet & Greet Location: Animal Area, Cow Field 10:30am Included with your Animal Area Admission Follow our Animal Caretakers to our cow field. Watch as they call them over and feed them some veggies. Guests will be able to pet Rupert and Ace. You can meet more animal friends at our 11:30am, 1:30pm and 2:30pm 10 Minute Meet & Greets. Find our Animal Care Team inside. Location: Restaurant Make-It Market 11am - 1pm Shop 3 craft options from local artists! Make you creation on-site or bring your kit home. Pricing & registration will be available at a later date Artisan & Vendor Market Discover 16 unique booths filled with handmade treasures, one-of-a-kind gifts, and creative creations. Click on the logo for each vendor to view their website or socials. These Vendors will be in our Restaurant: OneOne RB Wood Works Hooked & Loopy Creations Deb's Glass Act BazzyBears Lindasboutik Embroidery More vendors coming soon These Vendors will be in our Seasonal Greenhouse: Colourful Creations Hometown Inspirations Tracy's Wall Knots Red Barn Gift Shop The Stoners Mimi Jo Jo Creations Marena Wellness More vendors coming soon
- Colasanti's Chili Fest
Local businesses will be on site to serve their selection of chili based recipes. Don't forget to stop by our crafters market. Local Crafters will be showcasing their thoughtfully crafted products in our seasonal greenhouse. Chili Fest Saturday, February 6, 2027 Enjoy Kingsville's best Chili dishes, all in one place! Hours of operation Chili Fest: 12pm-3pm Feast on Kingsville's Best 12PM-3PM Local businesses will be on site to serve their selection of chili based recipes. Browse the chili selections when you arrive. You only buy & try the ones that pique your attention. Prices vary per restaurant. No tickets needed! Admission is free. Live Music 12PM-3PM Enjoy live performances from Jason Baclig. He will be playing acoustic sets in our restaurant. Local Crafters' Market 11AM-3PM Don't forget to stop by our crafters market. Local makers will be showcasing their thoughtfully crafted products. You can shop their handmade goods from 11AM to 3PM. Vendor Applications will open at a later date.
- Everyday Menu | Colasanti's Tropical Gardens | Kingsville
Everyday menu and monthly features for Colasanti's Tropical Gardens. Find breakfast, lunch, and dinner options here, including family value meals. Everyday Menu Fall Favs Plain and Cinnamon & Sugar Single $1.25 1/2 Dozen $6.00 Dozen $10.00 Donuts $3.79+tax Pumpkin Spice Iced Coffee $2.99+tax September Feature Apple Pie Donut 1 Topping $26.79+tax 2 Toppings $29.19+tax 3 Toppings $31.59+tax Can be cut into 12 or 16 pieces. 16" Pizza Breakfast Menu taxes are applicable Available from 9am-11am Joe’s Breakfast $10.99 Includes 2 eggs, hashbrowns, toast and your choice of meat. Meat options: bacon or sausage Three Egg Breakfast $14.99 Includes three eggs, hash browns, toast, bacon and sausage. Omelet $8.99 Pick 3 items for filling. Burrito $7.69 Pick 3 items for filling. Family of 4 Breakfast $43.99 10 Scrambled Eggs 8 Breakfast Sausages 12 pieces of Bacon Hashbrowns 4 Donut French Toasts 1 Bowl of Fresh Fruit Egg Sandwich $3.99 Includes your choice of toast with one egg Add on options: cheese, ham, bacon Breakfast Sides Breakfast Sausage $3.99 Bacon $3.99 One Egg $1.79 Hashbrowns $3.89 Side of Toast (2pcs) $2.49 Cider Pancakes $7.99 PB&J Donut French Toast $8.99 4 Colasanti's Donuts, cut and turned into French Toast with a delicious PB&J filling Donut French Toast $7.99 4 Colasanti's Donuts, cut and turned into French Toast. ALL KID'S BREAKFAST OPTIONS $4.99 One Egg Breakfast Includes one egg, hashbrowns, toast and your choice of meat. Meat options: bacon or sausage Cider Pancakes Donut French Toast (2 pc) PB&J Donut French Toast (2pc) Broasted Chicken taxes are applicable Family Value Meals Family of 4: $46.59 12 pc Broasted Chicken 12oz Coleslaw Your choice of: 10 Broasted Potatoes or 1 Medium Platter of Fries Family of 6: $68.89 18 pc Broasted Chicken 24oz Coleslaw Your choice of: 15 Broasted Potatoes or 1 Large Platter of Fries Family of 8: $91.49 24 pc Broasted Chicken 48oz Coleslaw Your choice of: 20 Broasted Potatoes or 2 Medium Platters of Fries Broasted Potato Order 3 pc. 5 pc. $2.79 $4.59 $13.19 $15.79 $18.49 Broasted Chicken Dinners Dinners Include Fries or Broasted Potatoes, Coleslaw, Rolls & Butter 2 pc. Dinner 3 pc. Dinner 4 pc. Dinner $12.09 $18.19 $24.09 $34.99 $47.99 $60.09 Boxed Broasted Chicken 4 pc. Box 6 pc. Box 8 pc. Box 12 pc. Box 16 pc. Box 20 pc. Box Chicken Bites Boneless Chicken Bites with your choice of sauce: honey garlic, sweet and sour, ranch, pineapple curry, BBQ, buffalo 1lb. $12.79 1/2 lb. $6.59 Guest Faves taxes are applicable Penne Pasta A single serving with Colasanti's Meat Sauce $5.19 Donuts Plain and Cinnamon & Sugar Single $1.25 1/2 Dozen $6.00 Dozen $10.00 Peach Drink 500ml Bottle $3.19 2L Jug $7.69 4L Jug $11.29 Slushie $3.59 Personal Pan Pizza Up to 3 toppings $12.19 16" Pizza 1 Topping $26.79 2 Toppings $29.19 3 Toppings $31.59 Can be cut into 12 or 16 pieces. Apple Cider 473ml Bottle $3.89 2L Jug $10.29 4L Jug $15.49 Everyday Menu taxes are applicable Entrees Angus Burger $11.49 Pizza Burger $11.99 Broasted Chicken Breast Sandwich $9.79 Grilled Chicken Breast Sandwich $10.49 Chicken Ranch Wrap $10.29 Chicken Parm Sandwich $11.99 BLT Sandwich $7.69 1/2 lb. Chicken Bites $6.59 1 lb. Chicken Bites $12.79 Veggie Delight Wrap $9.29 Nathan’s Hot Dog $6.89 Kids Meal ALL KIDDIE MEAL OPTIONS $7.99 Includes fries or veggies, & an apple juice, fruit punch, or chocolate milk: Chicken Bites Hot Dog Hamburger Kid's Pasta Dinner Enjoy a bowl of Colasanti’s famous meat sauce pasta. Includes a dinner roll with butter and an apple juice, fruit punch, or chocolate milk. Sides Broasted Potatoes (3pc) $2.79 Broasted Potatoes (5pcs) $4.59 Gravy Small (4oz) $1.39 Gravy Medium (10oz) $3.79 Gravy Large (1L) $7.59 Colasanti’s Coleslaw Side Order (4oz) $2.69 Small (12oz) $4.99 Medium (24oz) $7.59 Large (48oz) $11.49 Tossed Salad: Small $5.19 Large $12.79 French Fries: Small Fries $5.19 Medium Platter (2-3 people) $7.69 Large Platter (4-5 people) $11.59 Gluten Friendly Options taxes are applicable If you have a severe gluten allergy, we do not recommend you eat from our menu. There is a chance of cross contamination. Grilled Chicken Sandwich $10.49 Gluten Free Pasta with Colasanti’s Meat Sauce $7.59 Tossed Salad: Small $5.19 Large $12.79 Hashbrowns $3.89 French Fries: Small Fries $5.19 Medium Platter (2-3 people) $7.69 Large Platter (4-5 people) $11.59 Donut & Broasted Chicken Ingredients
- 2026 Pumpkin Spice Fest Vendor Applications
An application form for craft vendors seeking to be a part of an upcoming food event and artisan market Pumpkin Spice Fest Vendor Application Before you start filling out this application please note: All of the 'Pumpkin Spice' featured food booths will be in our Restaurant Area. Live music will be located in our Restaurant Area. We have two craft vendor areas: (1) The Restaurant (2) The Seasonal Greenhouse Pay your Table/Booth Space fee by September 10 and SAVE $5 Open to Arts & Crafts Vendors ***For local artists and artisans offering handcrafted items only*** The details: Saturday, October 10, 2026 Vendor Hours 10:00am-3:00pm Set-Up Hours: 8am-10am on October 10 Live Music: Lauren Victoria 11am-3pm Application Process STEP 1: Complete the vendor form below, agreeing to our show policies and procedures. STEP 2: Selected applicants will be offered a space, with a booth confirmation number. STEP3: Approved applicants will be forwarded details on how to make booth payment. Contact 1550 Road 3 East Kingsville, Ontario www.colasanti.com Show Coordinator: Ashley Colasanti ashley@colasanti.com Show Policies & Informatio n SPACE IS LIMITED: Admittance to Colasanti’s Pumpkin Spice Fest will be determined at the discretion of Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens Marketing Department. Colasanti’s reserves the right to refuse booths. Absolutely no knives, articles with profanity, body piercing services or drug paraphernalia will be allowed on Colasanti’s property. If there are any questions to the suitability of a particular item, please discuss this with Ashley Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens reserves the right to limit the number of booths selling a particular item. We do our best to jury the placement of similar booths. APPLICATION & FEE DEADLINES Application forms are only available online, see below. RESTAURANT AREA: Table Spaces are $20 (taxes included), Booth Spaces are $35 (taxes included) SEASONAL GREENHOUSE AREA: Table Spaces are $20 (taxes included), Booth Spaces are $25 (taxes included) Payment details will be sent to those businesses who have been offered a space. This money will be used to promote the event and to cover labour costs from our marketing, maintenance and janitorial team members. SAVE $5 when you pay your booth space fee by September 10. Any booth space that is not paid for by October 2, 2026 is therefore forfeited. Colasanti’s will retain the right to offer this unpaid space to a new vendor. Once accepted as a show vendor/exhibitor there are no refunds, reductions or credits * All fees are Non-refundable* SET-UP/ TEAR DOWN Vendors may set up between 8am-10am on the day of your event. All booths must be open for business at 10am and must remain open until 3pm. Booths must be manned during the show hours of 10am-3pm. PARKING Our WEST (by the Restaurant) & EAST (by the animals) END parking lots will be open for all guests and vendors. Please unload at the WEST end parking lot, as we will open those doors to businesses setting up at 8am. All front row and prime parking is open for our guests visiting today. All vendors/business owners must park at the back of our lot. SITE/SPACE REQUIREMENTS Colasanti's will not be providing chairs. No additional booth space can be added to your site on the day of the show. Selling outside of your allocated space is prohibited. Vendors are responsible for a neat, attractive, clean display area during the show. Vendors must provide their own display, table drape, props, surge, money for making change, bags, etc. Electricity is not available. Vendors shall not in any way damage or permit damage of the premise, if such damage shall occur; user shall be fully liable to repair the damaged property. Colasanti's Tropical Gardens is not responsible for loss, damage or personal injury of any kind. Vendor assumes all responsibility and liability for any loss, damage, theft or personal injury occurrence inside or in front of their booth. All Booth Spaces are located in an indoor space. Vendors are responsible for cleanup, including their trash removal after the show by 6pm on the day of their event. No pets or animals are allowed at the show facility. FOOD PRODUCTS All food booths are asked to have at least one or more food item that fits the "Pumpkin" theme. Booth #1 & #2 will be located at our bar area. Colasanti's will provide one 8ft and one 4ft table to those booking Booths 3-4-5. All food items must be prepared in a certified kitchen, approved by the Windsor Essex County Health Unit. If approved, food booths must complete the Windsor Essex County Health Unit Food Vendor Application Form . PACKAGING OF PRODUCTS All purchases from vendors must be bagged and sealed by vendor for the prevention of theft. ADVERTISING Colasanti's Pumpkin Spice Fest will be advertised in several different forms. Some of our promotions will include, but are not limited to: Facebook, Instagram, Email Newsletter, Till Flyers, Road Signs, Mix 96.7 Blackburn radio, Country 92.7 & 95.9 Blackburn radio etc... Send us your logo! If you would like to see your logo included on our website please email us. colasantimarketing@gmail.com Logos must be submitted on a white background, or have your text contained in a shape. We will not be posting photos of your products or business cards in place of a logo. If you have questions about your logo format please reach out to Ashley. Colasanti's advertising team will be taking photos during the event. Such photos will be used in a variety of advertising forms. Some forms of use may include Colasanti's website, social media pages etc... Vendors may use Colasanti's photos on their own advertising outlets: social media pages, flyers and website. Colasanti's photos cannot be distributed to other companies/businesses/organizations/events for use. If you have questions please contact Ashley WAIVER As a business owner, I fully understand and agree to the following terms. Various risks, dangers and hazards are associated with participating in Colasanti's Pumpkin Spice Fest event as a vendor. Participating businesses (its heirs, executors, administrators, or any others who may claim on its behalf) freely accept and fully assumes all such risks, dangers and hazards and the possibility of personal injury, bodily injury, death, and property loss resulting from participation. In consideration of being granted permission to participate in Colasanti's Pumpkin Spice Fest , businesses (its heirs, executors, administrators, or any others who may claim on its behalf), agree not to sue, claim or otherwise initiate legal proceedings whatsoever against Colasanti's Tropical Gardens/Colasanti Farms Ltd., it's employees and authorized actors of Colasanti's Tropical Gardens/Colasanti Farms Ltd. Businesses hereby waive, release and discharge Colasanti's Tropical Gardens/Colasanti Farms Ltd., it's employees and authorized actors from any and all claims of liability for personal injury, illness, loss of life or property damage of any kind or nature, arising out of or sustained in the course of the businesses participation. In consideration of being granted permission to participate in the 2026 Pumpkin Spice Fest event businesses agree to hold harmless and indemnify Colasanti's Tropical Gardens/Colasanti Farms Ltd. it's employees and authorized actors of Colasanti's Tropical Gardens/Colasanti Farms Ltd., from any and all liability, loss, claims, demands, costs and expenses, including reasonable legal fees, due to any personal injury, illness, loss of life, property damage or any other kind of damage whatsoever arising from the businesses participation as a vendor. NON COMPLIANCE WITH ANY OF THE ABOVE WILL RESULT IN NON-ACCEPTANCE AND/OR BEING REMOVED FROM THE ART & CRAFT SHOW. Application Form Please take a moment to fill out the form. Our team will need time to review all submissions before responding. First & Last Name* What is your relationship to this business?* I am the owner of this business I am an employee of this business Business name* Phone number* Email address* Type of product* LINKS In order for our team to view your products and displays, we will need to view a minimum of one link (website, Instagram, Facebook). This is a requirement for the application process. Website Instagram Facebook This event requires that all products be handmade or customized. Please confirm the following: All products are handmade by myself or my team Please confirm the following: Yes, I have read, agree, and understand the Show's Policies, Procedures, and Waiver. I understand that all front row parking is for guests. All vendors must park at the back of the parking lot. I understand all booth space fees must be paid by October 2, 2026 Submit
- Field Trips | Colasanti's Tropical Gardens | Kingsville
Check out what educational packages are available. Field Trip Catalogue School Field Trip Packages are available Monday-Friday. Not available on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. Fall Sand Art Terrarium Pumpkin Painting Paint & Plant Package Succulent Terrarium Field Trip Package Mini Golf & Animal Area Package Fall & Halloween Themes Packages: Sand Art Terrar ium Package Available September & October This package includes the following activites: 1. Greenhouse Talk & Planting Activity Explore one of our growing areas while learning about plant needs, natural adaptations, and how these influence their appearance and growth. Discover how greenhouse structures create ideal conditions for plants year-round in Southwestern Ontario. In this hands-on arrangement activity, students will plant a hen and chick baby plant into a grower pot, layer colourful sand in a glass container and top off their arrangement with gravel and one small acrylic decor piece. Pick your arrangement these at time of booking: Option #1: Halloween Arrangement Sand colours will be halloween themed- purple, black and orange. Halloween arrangements will include one small acrylic pumpkin, ghost, witch hat, skull, or bones. Option #2: Fall/Thanksgiving Arrangement Thanksgiving arrangements will include one small acrylic pumpkin. Sand colours will be Fall themed- orange, brown and beige Limited Halloween & Thanksgiving themed packages are available. 2. Indoor Animal Area Admission This self-guided experience is a wonderful way for students to see and learn about animals in their enclosures. The indoor animal area includes habitats, a goat enclosure petting farm, access to the mini-machine kiddie rides, and a walk-through finch aviary. 3. Outdoor Animal Habitats & Play Zone More animal habitats are available outdoors for additional exploration. Outdoor sandbox, playground, and pedal bike track are weather-dependent during the winter season. Pedal bike track is recommended for Grades 3 and under (restrictions apply). All outdoor activities are self-guided. Pricing & Chaperone Info: Participant Pricing: 19 or Fewer Participants: Flat rate of $184.96 20 or More Participants: $9.74/person Pricing based on participants per activity group, not the total number of people attending the field trip. Teachers & Chaperones: Supervising Only: FREE Crafting Activity: $8.89/person Teachers & chaperones receive free admission to activity areas for the purpose of supervising children. Planting activity materials are only provided to those who have paid the participation fee. Add On Options: Peach Drink & Donut $2 (no tax) per person 1 donut and 1 cup of Peach Drink Mini Golf $2.25 per person Chaperones supervise students on the mini golf course at no additional charge. Paint a Pumpkin Package Available October 9-October 23 This package includes the following activites: 1. Pumpkin Life Cycle & Painting Activity Explore one of our growing areas while learning about the life cycle of pumpkins. Students will use acrylic paint and brushes to decorate a small pie pumpkin. 2. Indoor Animal Area Activities Our zookeeper will provide a 10 minute meet and greet so students can get up close and personal with an animal friend. Students will learn about how we include pumpkins into our animal friends' diets and play a matching game to guess which delicious salad goes to who. A self-guided scavenger hunt gives students the opportunity to observe animals in a variety of habitats and compare their physical characteristics. The indoor animal area includes habitats, a goat enclosure petting farm, and a walkthrough finch aviary . 3. Outdoor Animal Habitats & Play Zone More animal habitats are available outdoors for additional exploration. Outdoor sandbox, playground, and pedal bike track are weather-dependent during the winter season. Pedal bike track is recommended for Grades 3 and under (restrictions apply ). All outdoor activities are self-guided. Pricing & Chaperone Info: Participant Pricing: 19 or Fewer Participants: Flat rate of $184.96 20 or More Participants: $9.74/person Pricing based on participants per activity group, not the total number of people attending the field trip. Teachers & Chaperones: Supervising Only: FREE Crafting Activity: $8.89/person Teachers & chaperones receive free admission to activity areas for the purpose of supervising children. Planting activity materials are only provided to those who have paid the participation fee. Add On Options: Peach Drink & Donut $2 (no tax) per person 1 donut and 1 cup of Peach Drink Mini Golf $2.25 per person Chaperones supervise students on the mini golf course at no additional charge. Standard Field Trip Options Paint & Plant Package This package includes the following activites: 1. Greenhouse Talk & Planting Activity Explore one of our growing areas while learning about plant needs, natural adaptations, and how these influence their appearance and growth. Discover how greenhouse structures create ideal conditions for plants year-round in Southwestern Ontario. Students will use acrylic paint and brushes to decorate a small clay pot, select a 2.5” tropical plant, transplant it into their pot with coloured gravel, and learn care tips to help it thrive at home. 2. Indoor Animal Area Activities Our zookeeper will provide a 10 minute meet and greet so students can get up close and personal with an animal friend. A self-guided scavenger hunt gives students the opportunity to observe animals in a variety of habitats and compare their physical characteristics. The indoor animal area includes habitats, a goat enclosure petting farm, and a walkthrough finch aviary. 3. Outdoor Animal Habitats & Play Zone More animal habitats are available outdoors for additional exploration. Outdoor sandbox, playground, and pedal bike track are weather-dependent during the winter season. Pedal bike track is recommended for Grades 3 and under ( restrictions apply ). All outdoor activities are self-guided. Pricing & Chaperone Info: Participant Pricing: 19 or Fewer Participants: Flat rate of $184.96 20 or More Participants: $9.74/person Pricing based on participants per activity group, not the total number of people attending the field trip. Teachers & Chaperones: Supervising Only: FREE Crafting Activity: $8.89/person Teachers & chaperones receive free admission to activity areas for the purpose of supervising children. Planting activity materials are only provided to those who have paid the participation fee. Add On Options: Peach Drink & Donut $2 (no tax) per person 1 donut and 1 cup of Peach Drink Mini Golf $2.25 per person Chaperones supervise students on the mini golf course at no additional charge. Spring & Summer Succulent Terrarium Package Available April-August This package includes the following activites: 1. Greenhouse Talk & Planting Activity Explore one of our growing areas while learning about plant needs, natural adaptations, and how these influence their appearance and growth. Discover how greenhouse structures create ideal conditions for plants year-round in Southwestern Ontario. In this hands-on terrarium activity, students will learn how to layer materials in a glass container to create a healthy habitat for chick plants (succulents). They will explore how each layer supports drainage, soil health, and plant growth. 2. Indoor Animal Area Activities Our zookeeper will provide a 10 minute meet and greet so students can get up close and personal with an animal friend. A self-guided scavenger hunt gives students the opportunity to observe animals in a variety of habitats and compare their physical characteristics. The indoor animal area includes habitats, a goat enclosure petting farm, and a walkthrough finch aviary. 3. Outdoor Animal Habitats & Play Zone More animal habitats are available outdoors for additional exploration. Outdoor sandbox, playground, and pedal bike track are weather-dependent during the winter season. Pedal bike track is recommended for Grades 3 and under (restrictions apply ) . All outdoor activities are self-guided. Pricing & Chaperone Info: Participant Pricing: 19 or Fewer Participants: Flat rate of $184.96 20 or More Participants: $9.74/person Pricing based on participants per activity group, not the total number of people attending the field trip. Teachers & Chaperones: Supervising Only: FREE Crafting Activity: $8.89/person Teachers & chaperones receive free admission to activity areas for the purpose of supervising children. Planting activity materials are only provided to those who have paid the participation fee. Add On Options: Peach Drink & Donut $2 (no tax) per person 1 donut and 1 cup of Peach Drink Mini Golf $2.25 per person Chaperones supervise students on the mini golf course at no additional charge. Mini Golf & Animal Area Package This package includes the following activites: 1. One Round of Mini Golf Our 18 hole mini-golf course is surrounded by beautiful botanical gardens. Complete with koi fish, red-eared slider turtles, sand traps, dino décor and water fountains. 2. Indoor Animal Area Activities Our zookeeper will provide a 10 minute meet and greet so students can get up close and personal with an animal friend. A self-guided scavenger hunt gives students the opportunity to observe animals in a variety of habitats and compare their physical characteristics. The indoor animal area includes habitats, a goat enclosure petting farm, and a walkthrough finch aviary. 3. Outdoor Animal Habitats & Play Zone More animal habitats are available outdoors for additional exploration. Outdoor sandbox, playground, and pedal bike track are weather-dependent during the winter season. Pedal bike track is recommended for Grades 3 and under (restrictions apply ) . All outdoor activities are self-guided. Pricing & Chaperone Info: Participant Pricing: 19 or Fewer Participants: Flat rate of $140.00 20 or More Participants: $7.08 Pricing based on participants per activity group, not the total number of people attending the field trip. Teachers & Chaperones: Supervising Only: FREE Crafting Activity: $2.25 per person Teachers & chaperones receive free admission to activity areas for the purpose of supervising children. Planting activity materials are only provided to those who have paid the participation fee. Add On Options: Peach Drink & Donut $2 (no tax) per person 1 donut and 1 cup of Peach Drink taxes are applicable. Have you reviewed our booking process and FAQ? If not, please see our 2026 Field Trip page by clicking here. This page includes valuable information about what you can expect, chaperones, payment, food, requesting your booking, and setting up transportation. Request your booking Fill out a Field Trip Inquiry Form to help our bookings associates gather key details about your group and the type of experience you're looking for. We’ll follow up by email as soon as possible to assist with planning your visit. Please note: All field trip arrangements are made by email only. We are unable to take bookings over the phone. Field trips are available Monday to Friday, and are not offered on weekends or holidays. Availability is limited, and bookings are processed on a first-come, first-served basis. Field Trip Inquiry Form > A Trip to Remember
- Field Trips | Colasanti's Tropical Gardens | Kingsville
Colasanti's educational field trip packages are available Mondays through Fridays- not offered on weekends. Check out what seasonal offerings are available now! 2026 Field Trips A field trip experience at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens provides hands-on, active learning opportunities designed to spark curiosity and inspire care for plants and animals. Our field trip packages are tailored for schools, daycares, homeschool groups, and summer camps. Field trips are available Monday to Friday, and are not offered on weekends or holidays. Availability is limited, and bookings are processed on a first-come, first-served basis. STEPS TO BOOK A FIELD TRIP 1. What to Expect 2. Frequently Asked Questions 3. View the field trip catalogue 4. Request a field trip 5. Transportation Step 1: What to Expect Arrival & Welcome A field trip guide will greet your group at our west-end entrance at your designated arrival time. Your guide will escort you to your reserved table space for the day. Guests may leave belongings here, but the area is not supervised. Please keep your valuables with you. Getting Oriented Your guide will review the day’s itinerary with the booking contact and staff. Attendance numbers will be verified. If time permits, this is a great opportunity for a nutrition break and washroom break before activities begin. Activities Begin Activities will follow the designated times listed on your itinerary. Your field trip guide will escort your group(s) to and from each activity area. Guided activities : our team will lead you during our planting sessions and the animal meet & greet. Self-guided activities : mini golf, indoor animal scavenger hunt, outdoor playground, hedgemaze and pedal bike track. Activities vary per package selection. Our facility will be open to other guests throughout the day. We kindly ask that your group be mindful of other guests during your visit. Lunch School group booking guests are welcome to enjoy home-packed lunches at their reserved table space. Our kitchen will be open should you like food from the restaurant. Pre-ordering meals is strongly recommended If guests are ordering lunch on-site, please place orders upon arrival and inform our restaurant staff of your scheduled lunch time to ensure timely food preparation. If you selected the donut & peach drink add-on, it will be served during your lunch break. Our staff will assist with payment during your lunch break. We can accept cash, credit, debit, and cheques. Departure Groups are welcome to depart at their convenience once activities are complete. Buses should arrange to pick up guests from the same entrance as drop off: the west end entrance. Step 2: Frequently Asked Questions When do I need to confirm attendance numbers? Please provide final attendance numbers one week before your visit. Do I need to pay in advance? Deposit not required Payment is made on the date of your field trip so that invoice adjustments can be made in case of unexpected absences. Cheques, Visa, Mastercard, debit, and cash are all acceptable forms of payment. Please make cheques payable to Colasanti Farms Ltd. Please include the Event # listed in the top right corner of your invoice. Do chaperones pay? Chaperones (parents, teachers, school staff) enter activity spaces for free in order to supervise children. If chaperones wish to participate in planting/crafting activities or mini golf, notify your booking associate in advance, and they will be added to your invoice. Fees are listed with each package description in the catalogue. For groups paying the flat rate (up to 19 participants), any unused spots can be filled by teachers or chaperones at no extra charge. Is there a chaperone limit? We do not limit the number of chaperones for field trip bookings. However, we kindly request that adults allow students priority access to the best viewing areas during plant and animal talks. Can we order lunch? We recommend arranging lunch orders in advance. Lunch orders will be included on your invoice. Popular lunch options include Family Value Meals, Kiddie Meals, and pizza. Please see the Everyday Menu on our website for more menu options and pricing. If any of your guests will be ordering food on-site, please place orders upon arrival and notify our restaurant staff of your scheduled lunch time. Are the animal area and playground outdoors? Our animal area includes both indoor and outdoor habitats. Some habitats, playground, sandbox and hedgemaze are located outdoors, so we encourage guests to dress for the weather. *Outdoor activities (outside animal areas, playground, sandbox, pedal bike track) closes to the public late Fall to early Spring. Closure dates vary based on the weather. Step 3: View the Field Trip Catalogue Browse our field trip options to see what’s available. Our programs are adapted to suit the learning stages of elementary students and are designed to support expectations outlined in the Ontario Curriculum. Field Trip Catalogue Step 4: Request a Field Trip Fill out a Field Trip Inquiry Form to help our bookings associates gather key details about your group and the type of experience you're looking for. We’ll follow up by email as soon as possible to assist with planning your visit. Please note: All field trip arrangements are made by email only. We are unable to take bookings over the phone. Field trips are available Monday to Friday, and are not offered on weekends or holidays. Availability is limited, and bookings are processed on a first-come, first-served basis. Field Trip Inquiry Form Step 5: Transportation Due to the number of schools visiting each day, arriving later than your scheduled time will result in changes to your itinerary. Our team will do their best to adjust where possible. We kindly ask for your patience and understanding as we work to accommodate your group. Address Our facility is located at 1550 Road 3 East, Kingsville, ON, N9Y 2E5. Entrance Your field trip guide will meet you at the main entrance to our facility, which is accessible via our west end parking lot (near the restaurant). Parking Buses and chaperones are welcome to park in the west-end parking lot. BE THE FIRST TO KNOW Subscribe to our email newsletter to stay up to date with new field trip options and offers. Subscribe
- Request Your Booking | Colasanti's Tropical Gardens
Request your desired date and field trip package for your group booking. Choose between different planting options, animla activity, and add ons. Field Trip Requests Fill out the form below to request your desired date & field trip package. Our bookings manager will get back to you to confirm all details. First Name Last Name School Name Email Grades Attending the Field Trip Choose a package Package options Number of Students in Class 1 Number of Students in Class 2 Number of Students in Class 3 Number of Chaperones Preferred Date * required Additional Details Send Thanks for submitting!
- Produce and Market | Colasanti's Tropical Gardens
Shop fresh produce, packaged snacks, frozen food and other goodies in the market. Open Daily Market: 9am-6pm see our holiday hours Produce & Market Visit our in-house market—right when you walk in the door! Located next to our Restaurant is an assortment of delectable treats, produce, and more. Feeling Snacky? Don't let it ruin your mood. These Canadian made treats are the perfect way to fix that. Pick up a package (or two) on your way out to share with the fam! Uncle Bernie's Pickled Eggs Made in small batches with simple ingredients and bold flavour, these are a must-try local favourite. Popper's Kettle Corn Locals and fair-goers know this one—and for a reason. This sweet and savoury recipe has stood the test of time. Cedar Valley Pita Chips Elevate your snacking experience with 4 mouthwatering flavours: Garlic & Herb, Cinnamon Sugar, Sea Salt, and Classic Spice. Twigz Craft Pretzels A new twist on a classic snack. This Canadian business is family owned and puts pride behind packing every bite with flavour. Check out our fridges for a refreshing drink. Beat the heat with unique flavours and a vintage feel. Bottoms up! The PoP Shoppe Take a swig of cotton candy—no, we mean it. Originally from London, ON, this popular brand is popping up everywhere. And why wouldn't they, with flavours like Rocket Pop, Cotton Candy, and Pineapple. Colasanti's Peach Drink Never forget to grab this classic on your way out! Sweet, summery, and the best way to wash donuts down. Cool off with an icy treat, located in our dessert freezer. Hot Weather Hits Donut Ice Cream Sandwich Made in-house with our famous donuts. 3 flavours are available all year round: Plain with sprinkles, plain dipped in chocolate, and cinnamon sugar. Coppa Sorbet & Gelato An Italian inspired dessert, made the Canadian way! Produce Features Our selection changes based on availability, but here are some of our crowd favs. Have a product suggestion? We're always on the hunt for more local companies and goodies to support. If you want us to check out a retailer, leave their information below and our team will take a peek to see if they're a good fit: Your first name* Your last name* Company name Where are they located?* Tell us what you love about them:* Website or Social link* Submit
- Christmas Open House I Colasanti's Tropical Gardens
Our annual Christmas Open House is an evening event full of exciting offers, food, entertainment, and a crafters market. Christmas Open House Wednesday, November 18, 2026 3:00 PM-8:00 PM Our annual Christmas Open House is a one day event full of exciting offers, food, entertainment, and a crafters market. Door Busters I 3 PM-8 PM Our Christmas Open House will feature exclusive door busters with drastically reduced prices, specially for this event. Photos & details will be available closer to the event Photos and pricing will be available closer to the event date. Flash Sale I 3 PM-8 PM Save 25% on regular priced Christmas décor, home décor and pots. Flash Sale does not apply to live plants, live greenery (garlands, holiday planters, Christmas trees, wreaths, boughs etc.), branches, sale items, produce and past or future purchases. No further discounts apply. While supplies last. Limited time offer. Flash sale is only happening between 3pm-8pm. Due to our special Christmas event, we are unable to assist with special bow making requests on November 18, 2026. During our Christmas Open House we will not be processing any returns or exchanges, November 18, 2026. Dinner Buffet I 4:30 PM-7PM Pricing & Menu details will be available at a later date. Featuring some of our delectable classic dishes and more! Live Music I 4:30 PM-7:30 PM Enjoy some acoustic sets from a local artist. Info coming soon. Crafter Market I 3 PM-8 PM Shop carefully curated, handcrafted products from local vendors in the restaurant. Vendor list coming soon! Here are a few photos from years previous:
- Field Trips | Colasanti's Tropical Gardens | Kingsville
Place a field trip or group booking inquiry and get details on packages that are currently available. Succulent Terrarium Field Trip Package This 2025 field trip package is available starting in late spring, Monday through Friday. They are not available on weekends and holidays. What's included... Production Greenhouse Talk View one of our growing areas to investigate the basic needs of plants. Our staff will discuss how different varieties of plants have adapted to grow in their natural habitats which can often affect their physical characteristics and growth habits. Hear a brief explanation about how a greenhouse structure provides an ideal habitat for plants that would otherwise be impacted throughout the changing seasons in Southwestern Ontario. Approx. 5-10 minutes Succulent Terrarium Class In this activity, students will learn how to create the ideal habitat for hens and chicks, a winter hardy variety of succulent plant. Our staff will walk them through each step of creating layers inside of these open-air, glass terrariums. Students will learn about the function of each layer and how to care for their plants at home. Approx. 30-45 minutes 45 minutes Animal Area Fun Animal Enrichment Activity: Our zookeepers will explain the purpose of habitat enrichment for animals. Students will be presented with options for animal enrichment. After a quick vote, students will get to see their selected activity implemented in a habitat. Scavenger Hunt: During this self-guided activity, students can observe different types of animals and compare their physical characteristics. Meet & Greet: Enjoy a visit with one of our zookeepers and an animal friend during a 10 minute meet & greet. Outdoor exhibits close from Nov. to early Spring. New Outdoor Playground We’re excited to share that our brand-new outdoor playground is now open! Located within the outdoor animal area, this play space is available for use during your group’s scheduled time in the animal area. Field trip groups are welcome to let their participants enjoy the playground as part of their visit. This playground is open seasonally- late spring to early fall. Succulent Terrarium Field Trip Package Pricing Classes of 19 or fewer students : Flat Fee Pricing $168.15+tax Classes of 20 or more students: $8.85+tax per student Teachers/Chaperones: FREE admission to activity areas. *If chaperones or staff would like to participate in the planting activity, they can be added to the invoice for $8.85+tax/person. Add-On Options Donut & Peach Drink One donut and one cup of peach drink: $2.00 per person Mini Golf 1 Round: $2.21 per person (2.50 taxes included) Available for teachers, chaperones and students. Numbers must be confirmed during the booking process prior to your arrival. Inquire Now A Trip to Remember







