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

Preserving 20th century farm life

Frying Pan preserves and interprets farm life of the 1920s to 1950s. Welcome to one of the most popular parks in Fairfax County.

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Upcoming Featured Events

Apr
24
Animal Tea Party
10:00PM, (4-7 years) Join us for a cozy tea party on the farm! Bring your favorite…
May
04
Spring Farm Day
10:00AM, (2-Adult) Watch sheep shearing and antique farm equipment demonstrations. See…
May
17
Campfire Wagon Ride
5:00PM, (2-Adult) Enjoy an intimate after hours experience at the farm as day turns to…
May
18
Campfire Wagon Ride
5:00PM, (2-Adult) Enjoy an intimate after hours experience at the farm as day turns to…
May
24
Campfire Wagon Ride
5:00PM, (2-Adult) Enjoy an intimate after hours experience at the farm as day turns to…
May
25
Campfire Wagon Ride
5:00PM, (2-Adult) Enjoy an intimate after hours experience at the farm as day turns to…
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Annual Horse Expo at Frying Pan Farm Park

Saturday, April 13, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

  • Immerse yourself in the equestrian world 
  • Experienced riders and new horse enthusiasts welcome
  • Indulge in delectable treats from food trucks
  • Gain insights from expert speakers
  • Witness captivating demonstrations 
  • Explore a variety of businesses offering horse-related products and services

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Spring Farm Day = Barnyard Bliss

Saturday, May 4, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Frying Pan Farm Park

  • Sheep shearing 
  • Antique farm equipment demos
  • Cow and goat milking demos
  • Spring baby animal boom on the farm
  • Enjoy crafts, games and wagon rides

Price is $12, $14 at the door

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Celebrate Freedom in Fairfax County Parks on Juneteenth

​Exploring our Historic Meeting House and Grounds.

  • Saturday, June 15, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 
  • Free tour, registration recommended 
  • As we celebrate Juneteenth and the legacy of freedom it represents, join us to explore the history of the free and enslaved African American members of the Frying Pan Baptist Meeting House.  
  • Ongoing tours will take you through the church, the surrounding grounds and will talk about the former location of the Lee house, home of an African American family who lived on the property and worshipped at the church after the Civil War.
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Unleash Indoor Dog Fun at Frying Pan Farm Park

Rain or shine, your pups can enjoy endless playtime at the Indoor Arena at Frying Pan Farm Park. Bring your dog and enjoy off-leash run and play in the fenced 110-feet-by-215-feet arena. You pick the date and time, $15 per 30-minute time slot.

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First time visiting?  Please do not feed our farm animals.

That can cause illness and expensive vet visits. Please respect the animals on our working farm, and enjoy our classes, events, activities and rides.


Job Openings

View job details and application information for openings at Frying Pan Farm Park.

Visit Resource Management Division Jobs to view the below job opportunities. 

  • Store Operations Staff (Part-time year-round) (benefits eligible)
  • Front Desk Attendant (Part-time)

For other park employment opportunities, visit the Park Authority jobs page.


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Kidwell Farm sign outside the farm's barn

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Smiling Girl Scouts meet and pet one of the park's draft horses

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Volunteer holds a goat inside the Kidwell Farm barn

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