Green Bluff Carriage Crawl lets people sit back, sip

Imagine a lazy Sunday afternoon where the only thing you have to think about is whether you want a glass of wine or a cold craft beer. That’s the promise of the Green Bluff Carriage Crawl, set for Sunday, July 26, 2026, from noon until about five in the evening.

The idea is simple enough: a horse‑drawn hay‑wagon—yes, a real carriage, not some novelty cart—rolls through the rolling hills of Green Bluff, stopping at four local farms and venues. You buy a prepaid ticket for $15 (or grab a wristband at the gate if you’re feeling spontaneous) and hop on and off as you please. Each stop offers its own drink menu, with most beverages hovering around eight dollars, give or take.

Organized by the Diamond Legacy Carriage Company, the crawl is overseen by Alexia VandeKamp, who says the horses are “well‑behaved and love the attention.” She’s quick to point out that the whole thing is family‑friendly, but also a great excuse for adults to crack open a cold one after a long week.

First up is the Mountain View Venue at Bluff Dweller Farm, run by Brandy Sears. Here you’ll find wine from Barrel Springs Winery streaming out of the tasting room, while the local band Stepbrothers provides a breezy soundtrack. A short ride later, the New Maitland Brewing Co.—a 2022 startup nestled in the Priddy Good Fruit orchard—offers its own brews, and the stage welcomes the indie‑rock group Hop Tones.

After that, the carriage rolls into The Farmhouse, a community space that stocks an eclectic mix of wine, beer and specialty drinks, plus a rotating roster of live music. The final stop is The Wild Cooperative, another laid‑back spot where you can sip a pint, a glass of wine, or something a little more experimental before the wagon makes its way back.

All told, the Carriage Crawl is less about ticking boxes and more about lingering over a sunrise‑colored glass while the carriage clops by. It’s an easy way to sample Green Bluff’s agricultural bounty without having to drive from farm to farm. So bring a blanket, your curiosity, and maybe a spare pair of shoes—because after a few sips, you’ll probably want to stay a little longer.