City of Redmond HomeContact UsEmploymentEvents CalendarSearch
City of Redmond Image
City ServicesRecreation & ArtsAbout RedmondInside City HallProjects in the Works


Recreation & Arts

Parks & Trails

Parks & Rec Online

Recreation Guide

Contact Us


Family Programs at Farrel-McWhirter Park
General Information | Farm Theme Birthday Package | Pioneer Package

Birthday Party Package $140, plus $100 refundable deposit
Includes: Facility,  Farm Theme Party Kit, and choice of one program
(Pony Ride or Farm Tour or Wagon Ride).
For larger parties (up to 20), add another pony or program for an additional $100.

Reservations must be made in-person at the Redmond Parks and Recreation Department in the Old Redmond Schoolhouse Community Center, 16600 NE 80th Street.

  • Residents may reserve up to 6 months in advance.
  • Non-residents may reserve up to 3 months in advance.
  • Reservations must be made at least 10 days prior to the request date.
  • Full payment is taken at the time of reservation.
  • Cancellations: With more than 30 days notice - refund, minus $10 processing fee.
  • No refunds less than 30 days notice.


For the safety of our animals, no balloons or piņatas are allowed in the park.



Facility Included 
Don't get caught out in the rain! This historic building offers a warm, dry place for your party; available year round.  (An outside party area is available for reservation May-Sept.)   Two-and-a-half hours (9:30am-12pm or 1-3:30pm) includes your choice of a one-hour program (pony ride, wagon ride, or farm tour). Room for up to 25 people.



Farm Theme Party Kit Included
Great for birthdays, schools, and other group occasions at Farrel-McWhirter Park. This "do-it-yourself" kit provides an age-appropriate craft, pin the tail on the pony, and a beanbag toss game. Enjoy one of our famous wooden milking cows and don't forget your camera to snap a picture of your child on a western saddle, equipped with a cowboy hat, bandana, and a bale of hay. Yee-Haw!  Available year round.

Choose one of the following programs:

1) Pony Rides: Appropriate for 2-8 yr olds (65 lb. weight limit) 
Travel back to the old west and take a western-style pony ride along the trails of Farrel-McWhirter Park. Trained staff will lead child through the trail to enjoy the beautiful environment upon the back of one of our friendly ponies. Each ride lasts  approximately 4 to 5 minutes. Maximum 12 children, with a 65 lb weight limit. Available year round.

For larger parties (up to 20), add a second pony for $100.

2) Farm Tours: Appropriate for 2-10 yr olds
A Farrel-McWhirter Farm Tour provides a fun and educational opportunity for children to meet, feed, and learn about the farm animals. We are home to horses,  ponies, poultry, goats, sheep, rabbits, cats, Eeyore the donkey, and seasonal animals including pigs and cows. During this 1-hour tour you will learn about this working farm and its interesting history. Maximum 18 children.  Available year round.

3) Wagon Rides: Appropriate for 2-10 yr olds
Howdy pilgrims! 'Sit on back' and enjoy a scenic tour of Farrel-McWhirter Park in a tractor-pulled hayride. You will travel through the park viewing our farm animals, Mackey Creek, and other historical sites. The average ride is 15 minutes and the wagon seats 8-10 children per ride, maximum 18 children. Available April-September.