Finley Farms is ringing in spring! After braving the winter weather, it’s time to dive into all the exciting spring activities at Finley Farms.
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These Are The Top Things To Do This Spring at Finley Farms
Add these fun cooking classes, workshops and more at Finley Farms to your spring bucket list.
by Jordan Blomquist
Mar 2025
Finley Farms is known for its scenic surroundings and friendly atmosphere, making it a beloved part of the Ozarks. Visitors appreciate the chance to try new activities at The Workshop, explore the charm of The Ozark Mill or simply enjoy quiet moments at The Garrison.
Photos courtesy Finley Farms
Spring Workshops at Finley Farms: Cooking, Yoga, Farm Tours and More
Finley Farms offers the perfect setting to learn a new trade at one of its hands-on classes or celebrate with friends and family over a holiday brunch, lunch or special dinner. Here is a peek into some of the fun workshops they’re offering this spring.
Cooking Classes
Brandon Peterson, executive chef for The Ozark Mill and The Garrison, hosts a variety of cooking classes, teaching participants how to make pasta, cure bacon and salmon, pickle cucumbers, create charcuterie art, craft plant-based pastries and more.
Yoga Like Never Before
Finley Farms is introducing new yoga locations around the property and adding goat yoga. Led by Canyon’s Edge Farms and Registered Yoga Teacher Addie Gaines, this class invites participants to flow through their practice surrounded by playful, curious goats. Perfect for all levels, the class takes place at the Picnic Lawn just east of The Workshop, with parking available at The Mill. Don’t forget to BYOM (bring your own mat)!
Farm Tours
Farmer Brendan Sinclair leads a stroll through The Farm, sharing all the organic practices that make Finley Farms so special. It’s the perfect chance to geek out over gardening, ask questions and check out what’s growing.
Kayaks and Cocktails
Spend a warm, summer evening on the water. This class includes a relaxing float down the Finley River with experienced guides. After about an hour of floating, the group heads back to The Workshop for craft cocktails, snacks and good conversation.
Wellness Classes
Sip on tea while Herbalist Liesel McCleary leads a discussion on herbs and their connection to digestion and mental health. She explores how improving digestion can boost mood and shares herbs that support digestion and absorption. While dietary changes are important, this class focuses on non-food solutions.
Photo courtesy Finley FarmsThe Workshop at Finley Farms is featuring five new drinks for a limited time on their spring menu
A New Spring Menu
The Workshop at Finley Farms is welcoming spring with a menu full of fresh flavors. Here’s what’s new:
Rosemary Latte: $5.50
Ingredients: Espresso, house-made rosemary syrup and steamed whole milk.
Orange Cardamom Mocha: $6
Ingredients: Espresso, expressed orange peel rim, cardamom syrup, house-made chocolate sauce and steamed whole milk.
Golden Latte: $5.50
Ingredients: Espresso, expressed lemon peel rim, house-made honey-turmeric syrup and steamed whole milk.
Lavender Mint Lemonade: $4
Ingredients: House-made lemonade and lavender and winter mint syrups, topped with sparkling water.
Strawberry Patch Iced Tea: $3.50
Ingredients: Iced black tea with hints of elderberries, hibiscus and strawberry petals, apple and raspberry flakes, black currant flavoring, blackberries and strawberries.
Photo courtesy Finley FarmsThe Chapel at Finley Farms
Explore the Grounds
Spring is the perfect time to explore all the paths throughout the property. Grab a coffee from The Workshop and then stroll through the gardens on your way to The Mill. Cross the Riverside Bridge—which is stunning at night, as well—and take a peek at The Chapel on the other side. Whether you’re here for a quiet moment, a meal or an adventure, Finley Farms has a perfect blend of nature, food and history.
Photo courtesy Finley FarmsThe Workshop at Finley Farms hosts the Ozark Farmers Market weekly on Thursdays starting in May.
Later This Year
The fun doesn’t end in spring. Starting in May, Finley Farms hosts the weekly Ozark Farmers Market from 3–7 p.m. on Thursdays at The Workshop. It offers food and creations from local farms and artisans, live music, drinks and food trucks.
Finley Farms is also hosting an Easter buffet at The Ozark Mill Restaurant. Stay up-to-date with their Instagram and Facebook pages to snag a ticket and see the menu.
What People Are Saying
Finley Farms is attracting folks from all over the region to enjoy their food and scenic grounds. Here’s what they are saying on Google Reviews:
“Finley Farms is an exemplary model of restoring and honoring the past. This once-booming mill has been beautifully converted into a variety of stores, restaurants, workshops and a wedding venue. On the outside, you wouldn't expect the delightful surprises hiding inside. After strolling through the garden, you can enter two large, air-conditioned buildings serving unique dishes and drinks. The builders have creatively preserved numerous artifacts from the trains and equipment used by the mill, blending rustic charm with a classy modern twist. It's a wonderful place for a special outing, perfect for spending an afternoon exploring the many amenities.” —Jeremias
“This is a farm-to-table restaurant… The food was amazing. There are appetizers, salads, breakfast foods (bacon, sausage, biscuits and gravy, etc.), a waffle bar and dessert table. They also have a full bar. Service was great. Ambience was magical.” —Kris P., Tulsa, Oklahoma
“This was our second visit to Finley Farms. First time dining at the speakeasy, The Garrison, and this time enjoying lunch at The Ozark Mill. The remodel is a nod to The Mill’s history with a well-appointed touch of class and emphasis on excellence. The menu is true farm-to-table and offers a variety of mouth-watering selections! On both visits, we were able to get same-day reservations and servers that were attentive and knowledgeable.” —Marsha M., Owasso, Oklahoma
More about Finley Farms
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