Animal Tea Party

(4-7 yrs.) Join us for a cozy tea party on the farm. Bring your favorite stuffed animal, help us decorate for the party and read a story. We will enjoy drinks and cookies in a special environmentally friendly tea set and meet one of our animals.


Caring for our Birds - Wild and Domestic

(14-Adult) Help us celebrate National Bird Day by taking a tour of our farm to learn about the challenges of caring for domesticated birds and how farms impact and are impacted by wild birds. We will identify local species, learn the difference between invasive vs. native birds and explore how our farmers ensure the best care for our domestic birds, as well as helping wild species. Participants will also find out ways they can help conserve local wild bird species in their own community.


Digging Up History

(12-Adult) Join us to explore how farming has shaped the land we live on today, read the stories in our soil and the science behind it all. This program will include a walk-and-talk tour of the farm, so please wear a comfortable pair of walking shoes.


Farm Skills - Dairy

(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.  


Farm Skills - Wool Crafting

(7-14 yrs.) Sheep are important animals to livestock farmers as they can provide milk, meat, and fiber. Learn to wash fleece by hand and discover how to prepare wool for spinning by using a drum carder. Then make a hand spun wool bracelet or felted wool flower. One adult must accompany each registered child in this program.


Historic Radios on the Farm

(14-Adult) Few things changed the life of the farm family more than the radio did in the 1920’s. Join us for a tour through history using the sounds of our antique radios. Learn how the radio impacted farmers, how they changed family life and listen to famous moments in radio history.


Little Hands on the Farm (2-3 yrs.)

(2-3 yrs.) Join us to learn about a different element of farm life each week. Children learn about a different part of the farm each session. Other activities can include story time, crafts and introductory level farm chores. One adult must attend with each child. Please limit one parent to attend with each child.


Little Hands on the Farm (3-5 yrs.)

(3-5 yrs.) Join us to learn about a different element of farm life each week. Children learn about a different part of the farm each session. Other activities can include story time, crafts and introductory level farm chores. One adult must attend with each child. Please limit one parent to attend with each child.


MLK Service and Learning Day

(4-Adult) Introduce your young ones to Martin Luther King, Jr. Day at the Frying Pan Farm Park Visitor Center. Learn about Martin Luther King and the importance of giving back to our community. Rotate through stations to hear about the Civil Rights Movement, participate in a service project and reflect on the power of community cooperation. All participants must be registered.


Valentine's Day Tractor Wagon Rides for Families

(All Ages) Celebrate Valentine's Day weekend a private tractor powered wagon ride around the park for just your family. After your ride, enjoy a campfire with a bottle of sparkling cider and sampling of chocolates. Registration is for a group of up to 10 people.


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