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Frying Pan Farm Park is located in Herndon, VA in Fairfax County. It offers a variety of attractions and activities for all ages and is especially popular with young children. It’s an actual working farm with plenty of animal friends and 15 acres of crops that are used to feed them.
While you’re at the farm, you can visit the Kidwell Farmhouse where you’ll meet farm animals such as horses, chickens, sheep and pigs. If you visit in the spring, you’ll also be able to meet their new arrivals as well.
As you walk around the farm, there will be plenty of antique and modern farm equipment for children to look at and some small replica tractors to sit on. The farm also offers group wagon rides that take you around the farm and back.
You can enjoy lunch on some scattered picnic tables or by simply sitting on the grass. Nearby, kids will also have access to a playground to burn off some more energy. If you’re interested, there is also a ticketed carousel ride that can be enjoyed by all.
Throughout the year, you’ll find other events at Frying Pan Farm Park such as a 4-H fair and carnival and one-day to multi-day programs and camps for kids.
With all these wonderful activities for the kids, they will never get tired of this place. One of the best things about the farm is that most activities are free to enjoy at your leisure.
Activities and Things to See
- Kidwell Farmhouse – Houses horses, chickens, sheep, pigs and other animals
- Carousel
- Playground
- Hiking trail
- Country Store
Hours
Park is open daily from 9AM – 5PM
Kidwell Farm is open from 9AM – 5PM
*Please be sure to check out their website for any changes.
Admission
- Entry to the farm is free except for special events
- Wagon rides
- Carousel rides
Birthday Parties
Frying Pan Farm Park offers birthday party packages that’s available from late March – November. Please check their website for specific information about what’s included and costs.
Tips, Etcetera
- COVID-19 protocols are in place. Please check their website for up-to-date information.
- The best way to get around is to park at the large parking lot between the equestrian building and farm and just walk.
- It can get very hot during the summer months, so be sure to bring a hat, water and sunscreen