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.
Admission No advance tickets—payment is required upon arrival.
$14 per person
(babies 12 months and under are free)
1st Thursday of the Month (Sept-June)
$7 per person
(babies 12 months and under are free)
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We accept Cash & Credit Cards
(4% convenience fee will apply to all debit/credit card transactions)
BUSINESS HOURS
We are CLOSED July & August
HOWEVER, See below for private tours & Field trips
See you again Thursday, September 4, 2025
Pony Rides
$5 per ticket (3 rounds)
(weight limit on ponies is 70lbs)
Available ONLY Saturdays & Sundays
Reservation required
Email us for more information and to reserve
info@horsepowerforkids.com
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 help speed up check-in, please complete the release form below. A form is required for all children (from newborns through age 17) and must be filled out by a parent or guardian. Be sure to have your email confirmation ready when you arrive.
If you do not receive a confirmation email, please reach out to us at info@horsepowerforkids.com and we’ll be happy to assist.
Thank you for your support!
Important Notice:
For the safety and well-being of our animals, we DO NOT allow outside animals on the premises. No exceptions!
Additionally, for your safety and hygiene, shoes must be worn at all times while on the property.
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.