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

Frying Pan Farm Park Events

Department Resources

Putting the Animals to Bed

03/06/2026 5:30 pm to 03/06/2026 6:30 pm

(3-Adult) When evening shadows spread over Kidwell Farm, it is time to put the animals to bed. Bring your flashlight or lantern for this twilight tour and learn how our farm animals settle down for the night. Dress for the weather. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Putting the Animals to Bed

03/07/2026 5:30 pm to 03/07/2026 6:30 pm

(3-Adult) When evening shadows spread over Kidwell Farm, it is time to put the animals to bed. Bring your flashlight or lantern for this twilight tour and learn how our farm animals settle down for the night. Dress for the weather. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Putting the Animals to Bed

03/14/2026 6:30 pm to 03/14/2026 7:30 pm

(3-Adult) When evening shadows spread over Kidwell Farm, it is time to put the animals to bed. Bring your flashlight or lantern for this twilight tour and learn how our farm animals settle down for the night. Dress for the weather. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Putting the Animals to Bed

03/15/2026 6:30 pm to 03/15/2026 7:30 pm

(3-Adult) When evening shadows spread over Kidwell Farm, it is time to put the animals to bed. Bring your flashlight or lantern for this twilight tour and learn how our farm animals settle down for the night. Dress for the weather. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Putting the Animals to Bed

03/21/2026 6:30 pm

(3-Adult) When evening shadows spread over Kidwell Farm, it is time to put the animals to bed. Bring your flashlight or lantern for this twilight tour and learn how our farm animals settle down for the night. Dress for the weather. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Putting the Animals to Bed

03/22/2026 6:30 pm to 03/22/2026 7:30 pm

(3-Adult) When evening shadows spread over Kidwell Farm, it is time to put the animals to bed. Bring your flashlight or lantern for this twilight tour and learn how our farm animals settle down for the night. Dress for the weather. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Nighttime Farmer

03/28/2026 8:00 pm to 03/28/2026 9:00 pm

(13-Adult) Be a farmer for the night and help us check on farm animals young and old! Every season has special requirements for our animals to get some extra attention. Enjoy a nighttime farm tour and learn what it takes to care for our farm animals during birthing season and beyond.

Spring Break at the Farm: Sheep to Chic - Wooly Wonders

03/30/2026 2:00 pm

(7-Adult) Learn about the importance of wool crafting for farm families in the past. Meet sheep at the farm and observe their habitats and then get hands-on crafting wool into a take home craft.

Spring Break at the Farm: Farm to Future - 250 Years of American Agriculture

04/02/2026 2:00 pm

(8-Adult) Farming is the backbone of America, and farm animals have changed over time with breeding. Learn more about historic animal breeds that have lived in America and then meet and interact with some of their modern descendants. This program links to the VA250 and Fairfax250 commemoration.

Spring Break at the Farm: Farm Skills - Dairy

04/03/2026 3:45 pm

(7-14 yrs.) Come learn about dairy cows on one of the last working dairy farms in Fairfax County. See our cow get milked and help them get feed. Learn about the history of dairy farming and the process to make milk into dairy products.

Annual Horse Expo at Frying Pan Farm Park

04/18/2026 10:00 am

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.

Spring Farm Day

05/02/2026 10:00 am

(Ages 2 and up). Spring Farm Day includes:

Sheep shearing Antique farm equipment demosCow and goat milking demosHands-on farm activitiesSpring baby animal boom on the farmEnjoy crafts, games and wagon rides*

One wagon ride included with each paid admission.

Frying Pan Farm Park Classes and Camps

See all classes and camps coming to Frying Pan Farm Park.


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