OPEN HOURS
Open to the public Thursdays 4-8PM. Our menu changes often (sometimes weekly!) based on what the farm has to offer. Reservations aren't required but STRONGLY recommended. For groups over 12, please email info@walker-homestead.com or call 319.351.4791. See you soon!
Winter Scheduled Activities
This winter, we’re opening our doors for a lineup of experiences that bring together farm-fresh food, estate wine, live music…and a little mystery & magic. From cozy holiday gatherings to global culinary adventures, this is your season to savor.
🎓SPECIAL GRADUATION WEEKEND OPEN HOURS
🖤💛Friday/Saturday, December 19th/20th 4-9p🖤💛
📞 Table reservations: [Online Here] | info@walker-homestead.com | (319) 351-4791
MURDER MYSTERY DINNER SERIES
Wine, wit, and whodunit — right here on the farm.
Each Evening Runs 6-8:30pm and Includes:
-Welcome cocktail or mocktail
-Chef-crafted dinner (3 courses)
-Full character role with clues throughout the night
-Awards for Best Sleuth, and Actor
-Dietary needs accommodated with advance notice
Tickets: $75 dinner + $15 service fee
Reserve via links below, or contact us: info@walker-homestead.com | (319) 351-4791
Jan. 23 | Frostbitten Farm Heist — A 1927 Prohibition-era whodunit Learn More Here
Feb. 6 & 20 | Deadly Vintage Murder — Secrets seep deeper than the cellar Learn More Here
Mar. 6 | Shamrocks & Shenanigans — Irish luck can only get you so far Learn More Here
Dec. 31 | 4–7 PM Early Irish New Year’s Eve Celebration
Toast to 2026 (at midnight in Ireland!) and be home before the ball drops.
Late Afternoon Includes
Live Celtic music by Lojo
Sparkling toast at 6 PM (Midnight in Ireland)
Open Hours menu of wood-fired pizza, winter salads, soups & sweets
Wines, beer & festive mocktails
Wear green — or glitter — and kick off the night with us!
Table Reservations: [Reserve Online Here] | info@walker-homestead.com | (319) 351-4791
WINTER CHEF SERIES: AROUND THE WORLD
Four dinners. Four regions. One unforgettable journey.
Each evening runs 6-8:30 pm
What’s Included:
-Five-course globally inspired menu
-Welcome beverage
-Live background music
-Vegetarian option available on request
-Seating requests honored when possible
Pricing:
$95 per guest (charged night of event)
22% service fee shared among our team
Reserve online or call: (319) 351-4791
Jan. 16 | Stop #1 INDIGENOUS AMERICAS View Menu & Reserve
Jan. 30 | Stop #2 SPAIN View Menu and Reserve
Feb. 27 | Stop #3 KOREA View Menu and Reserve
Mar. 27 | Stop #4 ARGENTINA View Menu and Reserve
Let’s Make It a Season to Remember
Whether you’re celebrating with friends, bringing family together, or discovering new flavors, we can’t wait to welcome you this winter.
We spend much of our time sharing the farm with private events. As our calendar permits, we also host ticketed events that are open to the public like Garden Tours, Music on the Farm, Farm to Table Dinners and more.