Santa Klahn’s
Santa Klahn’s
A local favorite returns, providing families with ‘the perfect tree’ experience.
The Christmas season is now officially upon us. Before the anxiety over completing the gift-list settles in, getting a hold of a Blue Spruce or a Balsam Fir is the first order of business. Fortunately, this holiday season, the infamous Santa Klahn’s Christmas Tree Farm is welcoming back residents of Western New York following a two-year absence.
Santa Klahn’s has served as the main destination for several generations of tree-getters. Located just a few minutes’ drive from downtown Ellicottville, the farm stopped the process of planting Christmas trees a couple years back. Owners Reggie and Mary Klahn had decided to take a small break from the business, as their son and co-owner Jesse returned back to New York.
“We were certain we weren’t going to keep planting, but Jesse came back and wanted to start planting again,” Mary said. “We are glad to be back now and it feels great to open. It’s very exciting!”
After missing some of the past Christmas seasons, Santa Klahn’s re-opened its doors to families and local residents on November 27th. Lines of parked cars formed outside the farm, as hundreds of trees began to be cut from their roots in preparation for the holiday. Upon its return to business, the farm is also offering a selection of handmade fir wreaths created by Jesse’s wife, Morgan.
Santa Klahn’s has played a main role in the community’s holiday festivities for years on end. While its location and variety of Christmas trees attract several visitors to its farm, the magic of how it brings families together is perhaps its biggest draw. Parents, children and loved ones can enjoy the activity of cutting a Fraser Fir or Blue Spruce together, which is a lot more special than buying a tree off the shelf and grabbing the receipt on your way out. The Klahn family has created a space where finding and cutting the perfect Christmas tree is just as fun as decorating it.
As the trees at Santa Klahn’s continue to be cut and driven off by families alike, the Klahn family is preparing for a busy December of visitors.
“We do this because we get to see everyone be happy; it’s the most fun part about it,” Mary said. “We are planning to expand on the fun by having Christmas ‘cut-outs’ and more activities in future seasons!”
The Santa Klahn farm houses a great variety of Christmas trees, and the reward for driving away with the best one is having the perfect living room centerpiece. Fir and Blue Spruce trees are arguably two of the most popular choices among tree-shoppers this season. While they both share characteristics, Blue Spruce trees offer a silver color tone, which commonly makes for a great addition to a winter-inspired living space.
Both types can be found at Santa Klahn’s, with Blue Spruce trees priced at $5 per foot, and Fir trees priced at $7 per foot. Mary’s original fir wreaths can also be purchased for $20 each.
Despite the safety restrictions placed on some of this season’s festivities, the Santa Klahn family hopes that the community it serves continues to enjoy Christmas.
“We want families to enjoy themselves here,” Mary said. “We are hoping everyone celebrates the holiday safely and has fun doing so.”
Santa Klahn’s is open from 12:00-5:00pm on weekdays and from 9:00am-5:00pm on weekends. The farm can be reached by phone at 716-450-4312, and is also offering delivery of trees upon request.
