Once Upon a Tea (Children's Teas)

Once Upon a Tea is a whimsical series of children’s tea parties at Ford House, where storybook magic comes to life! These relaxed events are perfect for families, featuring kid-friendly bites, enchanting décor, and interactive moments with beloved storybook characters.

From “Alice in Wonderland” to the “Wizard of Oz,” each tea offers a delightful theme for little ones and their grown-ups to enjoy together. It’s a charming way to make memories while sipping tea and celebrating timeless tales!

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The Mad Hatter's Tea Party

Saturday, March 15

Step into the whimsical world of Alice in Wonderland at Ford House’s Once Upon a Tea: Mad Hatter’s Tea Party! Perfect for children and families, this tea party offers a relaxed, fun-filled twist on the traditional tea experience. Enjoy an array of kid-friendly pastries and delicious bites, perfect for little appetites, as you sip on tea or juice in the company of beloved characters from Alice in Wonderland. Join Alice, the Mad Hatter, and the Queen of Hearts as they mingle and delight guests with playful banter and photo opportunities. It’s a tea party full of whimsy, imagination, and wonder, where no one will be late for tea!

The Emerald City Tea Party

Saturday, July 12

Follow the yellow brick road to Ford House’s Once Upon a Tea: Emerald City Adventure, an immersive children’s tea set in the beautifully themed Lake Shore Room. Overlooking the picturesque Ford Cove, this special tea party transports you to the magical Emerald City from The Wizard of Oz. With its vibrant, themed decor, the room will be transformed into a glittering wonderland straight from Dorothy’s journey.

Illustrated scene of the Yellow Brick Road leading to the Emerald City, featuring child-friendly characters inspired by The Wizard of Oz. Text reads “Once Upon a Tea: Emerald City Tea Party, Saturday, July 12, 11 am & 2 pm.”

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