HorsePower for Kids
Animal Petting Area, Playground, Park & Ranch Parties, Large Barn Events
Animal Petting Area, Playgrounds & Ranch Parties
HorsePower for Kids is an outdoor animal sanctuary and family fun farm in northwest Tampa, near Oldsmar and Westchase. Our farm offers an Animal Petting Area, Pony Rides, Playgrounds, Western Town, Tire & Bench Swings, Tree House, Corn Pit, and Maze & more.
You're welcome to explore the farm at your leisure during business hours.
OUR REGULAR HOURS:
Thursday & Friday ~ 10am - 2pm
Saturday & Sunday ~ 9am - 5pm
CLOSED June, July & August
Thanksgiving Week Hours:
Monday ~ 10am-2pm
Tuesday ~ 10am-2pm
Wednesday ~ 10am - 2pm
Thursday ~ CLOSED
Friday ~ 10am-2pm
Saturday ~ 9am - 5pm
Sunday ~ 9am - 5pm
September - May
Offered year-round
Monday - Friday
Animal/Nature Camp (ages 6 to 10)
Thanksgiving Week
Nov. 25, 26 & 27, 2024 from 9am - 2pm
Winter Camp Week
Dec. 30, 31 - Jan 2, 3 2024 from 9am - 2pm
Reservation Required / Limited space available
Admission
$14 per person
(babies 12 months and under are free)
1st Thursday of the Month (Sept-May)
$5 per person
(babies 12 months and under are free)
We accept Cash & Credit Cards
(4% convenience fee will apply to all debit/credit card transactions)
Pony Rides
$5 per ticket (3 rounds)
(weight limit on ponies is 70lbs)
Membership (9 months)
Family of 2 - $100
Family of 3 - $150
Family of 4 - $200
Family of 5 - $250
Family of 6 - $300.......
* Paid admission cannot be applied to membership purchase
Attention families with children!
To expedite check-in, please fill out the release form below.
ALL children (newborns through 17 years of age) must have a form completed by a parent or guardian. Remember to present your email confirmation upon arrival.
We appreciate your assistance!
Please note:
No outside pets are allowed!
Shoes must be worn at all times!
What does HPFK do when there is inclement weather?
If the weather is serious enough to put staff, volunteers, and animals at risk, HPFK will close or delay opening.
We will do our best to inform you as quickly as possible.
At HorsePower for Kids, we believe in the power of connecting with animals and the positive impact it can have on individuals, regardless of their socioeconomic circumstances. Our commitment extends to providing everyone with the opportunity to visit and interact with our precious animals. If you believe you may qualify for financial assistance, we invite you to click the link below to access our application. We are dedicated to making our animals accessible to all.
See us listed on the Kayak Tampa Travel Guide.