Events

Upcoming Events

• Aug 21

  Night Hikes on the Farm: Batty About Bats?

  August 21, 2026 8:00PM – 9:30PM MSU Tollgate Farm & Education Center, 28115 Meadowbrook Road, Novi, MI 48377

  Bats are all around and their habits and adaptations give them an incredibly interesting role in their ecosystem. Come along as we investigate our furry flying fiends as they flit around the woodline at Tollgate Farm.

• Aug 23

  Forest Therapy with Ellen

  August 23, 2026 7:30PM – 9:00PM 28115 Meadowbrook Road, Novi, MI 48377

  Tollgate Farm forest therapy walks are back! Come enjoy the Tollgate woods and enter into a deeper connection with the natural world.

• Aug 28

  Fridays at the Farm

  August 28, 2026 4:00PM – 7:00PM 28115 Meadowbrook Road, Novi, MI 48377

  Spend some of your Friday at the Farm! Enjoy ice cream, farm stands, and U-Pick flower bouquets.

• Aug 28

  Tollgate U-Pick Flower Experience

  August 28, 2026 5:00PM – 7:00PM 28115 Meadowbrook Road, Novi, MI 48377

  Experience the joy of hand-picking your own bouquet! Join us in the flower fields for a relaxing and educational floral experience. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just love fresh blooms, this event is for you.

• Aug 30

  Morning Meanderings: Family Birding

  August 30, 2026 10:00AM – 11:30AM MSU Tollgate Farm & Education Center, 28115 Meadowbrook Road, Novi, MI 48377

  Take a leisurely family walk and keep your eyes—and ears—open for birds along Tollgate Farm’s paths. This relaxed hike invites all ages to discover how birds care for their young, build strong family bonds, and raise the next generation.

• Sep 11

  Night Hikes on the Farm: Predators of the Night

  September 11, 2026 7:00PM – 8:30PM MSU Tollgate Farm & Education Center, 28115 Meadowbrook Road, Novi, MI 48377

  Darkness is an advantage many predator animals use to gain the upper hand on their prey. As we walk through the habitats of Tollgate Farm, let us investigate who is adapted to be a successful hunter during the night and who they are looking for.

• Sep 17

  Farm Sprouts- Early Learner Program- PUMPKINS

  September 17, 2026 – September 19, 2026 28115 Meadowbrook Road, Novi, MI 48377

  Farm Sprouts gives children ages 2-4 years old the chance to explore the seasons at Tollgate Farm! Bring your favorite adult to one of these 90-minute classes to explore a new topic each month!

• Sep 19

  MSUE Tollgate Fall Plant Sale 2026

  September 19, 2026 9:00AM – 12:00PM 28115 Meadowbrook Road, Novi, MI 48377

  MSUE Tollgate's Fall Plant Sale is your opportunity to purchase perennials at a great price

• Sep 27

  Morning Meanderings: Backyard Birding

  September 27, 2026 10:00AM – 11:30AM MSU Tollgate Farm & Education Center, 28115 Meadowbrook Road, Novi, MI 48377

  You don’t have to travel far to become a birder—your backyard is the perfect place to start! During this stroll through Tollgate Farm, we’ll focus on common backyard birds and share simple ways you can make your own outdoor spaces bird friendly.

• Oct 3

  Pumpkinfest 2026

  October 3, 2026 – October 4, 2026 Hours of the event 10am - 4pm Tollgate Farm and Educational Center 28115 Meadowbrook Rd, Novi, MI 48377

  Pumpkinfest is a family-friendly fundraising event for MSU Tollgate Farm in Novi. It includes wagon rides to our pumpkin patch, live music, and engaging activities for all!

• Oct 9

  Night Hikes on the Farm: Folklore Nights

  October 9, 2026 6:00PM – 7:30PM MSU Tollgate Farm & Education Center, 28115 Meadowbrook Road, Novi, MI 48377

  Night plays a large role in traditional folklore. Our trek around Tollgate will give us the opportunity to talk about myths, legends, and spirits of the night. Come if you dare!

• Oct 15

  Farm Sprouts- Early Learner Program- SHEEP

  October 15, 2026 – October 17, 2026 28115 Meadowbrook Road, Novi, MI 48377

  Farm Sprouts gives children ages 2-4 years old the chance to explore the seasons at Tollgate Farm! Bring your favorite adult to one of these 90-minute classes to explore a new topic each month!

• Oct 25

  Morning Meanderings: Meandering through the Meadows

  October 25, 2026 10:00AM – 11:30AM MSU Tollgate Farm & Education Center, 28115 Meadowbrook Road, Novi, MI 48377

  Meadows are open, airy habitats full of bird life. Join us for a peaceful walk as we observe meadow dwelling birds, learn how they build their nests, and discover what makes these wide open spaces such an important place to call home.

• Nov 12

  Farm Sprouts- Early Learner Program- TRACTORS

  November 12, 2026 – November 14, 2026 28115 Meadowbrook Road, Novi, MI 48377

  Farm Sprouts gives children ages 2-4 years old the chance to explore the seasons at Tollgate Farm! Our youngest future-farmers can bring your favorite adult to one of these 90-minute classes to explore a new topic each month!

• Nov 20

  Night Hikes on the Farm: Owl Prowl

  November 20, 2026 6:00PM – 7:30PM MSU Tollgate Farm & Education Center, 28115 Meadowbrook Road, Novi, MI 48377

  Owls are often seen as the mysterious guardians of the night. More often heard than seen, we’ll discuss owl adaptations and “WHO” we might expect to encounter on Tollgate Farm as we traverse its woods and fields.

• Nov 22

  Morning Meanderings: Birding at the Pond

  November 22, 2026 10:00AM – 11:30AM MSU Tollgate Farm & Education Center, 28115 Meadowbrook Road, Novi, MI 48377

  From the water’s surface to the shoreline, ponds attract a fascinating mix of birds.