Frying Pan Farm Park

CONTACT INFORMATION: Park open 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Kidwell Farm open 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Facility Hours vary.
703-437-9101 TTY 711
Farm and Equestrian: 2709 West Ox Road; Visitor Center: 2739 West Ox Road
Herndon, Virginia
Teresa Reynolds
Park Manager

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Frying Pan Farm Park Equestrian Center

Annual Horse Expo at Frying Pan Farm Park

Saturday, April 18, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Free Admission, $10 parking fee

  • Immerse yourself in the equestrian world
  • Experienced riders and new horse enthusiasts welcome
  • Enjoy treats from local food trucks
  • Hear from expert speakers
  • Watch live demonstrations
  • Explore horse-related products and services
     

Frying Pan's Equestrian Center is a public use facility that is part of Frying Pan Farm Park. The center offers rental events, schooling horse shows, short-term stabling, and multiple trailer-in schooling options. The center is available for private rentals.  With a full-size indoor arena, two full-size outdoor riding rings and a XC Rally Field, it is a perfect venue for any size equestrian event.

Riding fees apply to individuals bringing horses to ride at Frying Pan Farm Park. Frying Pan Farm Park does not have horses available for hire. All riders must purchase a pass prior to riding. Daily passes are available for purchase at the Equestrian Office inside the Indoor Arena, at the Frying Pan Visitor Center, or the Country Store. Quarterly and annual passes are available at the same locations as daily passes or online through Parktakes.

Riding Fees at Frying Pan Farm Park

  • Full day (Monday–Thursday): $450
  • Full day (Friday–Sunday): $575
  • Half day: $325
  • Hourly: $125

Details:

  • A 25% discount is available for nonprofit educational youth groups (minimum of five participants under age 19).
  • A full-day rental is 12 hours (7 a.m.–9 p.m.).
  • A half-day rental is up to six hours (7 a.m.–2 p.m. or 3 p.m.–9 p.m.). 

  • Full day: $200
  • Half day: $125
  • Cross-country course: $350

  • Stall (per night): $22
  • Stall cleaning (per stay): $15
  • Shavings (per bag): $9

*Details:

  • Stall cleaning fees apply per stall used.

 

  • Arena watering: $20
  • Arena drag: $20
  • Sound system (per day): $25

*Details:

  • One standard arena drag and watering are included with arena rentals. Fees apply to additional services.

  • 20’x40’: $250
  • 20’x20’ tent: $150
  • 10’x20’ tent: $100
  • 10’x10’ tent: $75
  • Additional days (all sizes): $50

  • Hunter jump course (per day): $200
  • Jumper jump course (per day): $200
  • Dressage ring (per day): $100

  • Staff labor (per hour): $80

*General Notes

  • A full day equals 12 hours.
  • A half day equals six hours.
  • Additional services must be requested in advance.
  • RV hookups are not available.
  • Prime time is Friday–Sunday and holidays; non-prime time is Monday–Thursday. 

Waivers and Coggins

Equestrian waivers: Waivers must be completed for each rider. A digital form is linked below, or paper copies are available outside the Equestrian Office.

Coggins test: Proof of a negative Coggins test within one year is required for all horses on park grounds. Horses from out of state must also have an appropriate health certificate issued by a licensed veterinarian.

Trailer Parking: Trailer parking is available in designated areas including the trailer parking lot to the left of Barn 1 and Barn 2, and behind the Indoor Arena.

Open Riding Facilities: Riding facilities are open for public use except during:

  • Horse shows
  • Private rentals
  • Inclement weather
  • Regularly scheduled maintenance

Equestrian Events, waivers and documents

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