Naughty Donkey Farm Sanctuary, in Albemarle, NC, rescues and cares for abandoned and neglected senior and special needs animals.
They provide sanctuary, safe housing, nutritious food, medical care, and lots of love to dogs, cats, chickens, ducks, goats, alpacas, and, yes, one naughty donkey.
It’s just under an hour drive from Charlotte, and closer to Mint Hill, Midland and Mt. Pleasant.
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Deck the Stalls: Holiday Open House & Artisan Market

On Saturday, December 2, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Naughty Donkey Farm Sanctuary is hosting Deck the Stalls: Holiday Open House and Artisan Market. The cost is $15 per car. Proceeds help to support the rescue animals.
Interact with the goats, alpacas, chickens, ducks, turkey and naughty donkey, meet adoptable dogs, snap selfies in the photo spots, pose for photos with the Grinch, and enjoy the hot chocolate bar while you shop with local vendors.
The vendors include:
- Jean’s Apothecare
- Hallhaus Wax Co.
- Queen City Kitchen
- Jubilee Crafts
- Cat Viera Pottery
- MelAsana Soap
- Painterchic Art
- Mossy Clay Jewelry
- Welcome Home Doormats
- Colony Collective
- …and more
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Naughty Donkey Farm Sanctuary, Albemarle
24709 Canton Road
Albemarle, NC