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Let’s celebrate the end of summer with a day of family fun!  Join us at 11am as we release our white-handed gibbons, Candy & Bako, into their brand new & improved habitat!  Then bring your bathing suits & enjoy a water slide & FOAM party from 12-2pm.

Don’t miss our live animal shows, pony & wagon rides, indoor play area & more!

Saturday, August 16, 2025

11am Gibbon Release into new habitat

11:30am Pony Rides

12pm FOAM Party & Water Slide Until 2pm

1:00pm Keeper Talk

1:30pm Pony Rides

2:00pm Live Animal Show

3:00pm Wagon Ride

3:30pm Pony Rides

4:00pm Keeper Talk

Join Us for our monthly Fishing Derby at Leesburg Animal Park! ????

Bring the kiddos to enjoy a day of fishing & family fun.

???? Date: July 27th from 11am-3pm
???? Location: 19246 James Monroe Highway Leesburg, VA 20175

What to Expect:
– Fishing at the Pond with our helpful attendant from 11-3pm
– Prizes for the biggest catch of the day
– Fishing rods & bait available to share (or bring your own if you don’t want to share)!
– Catch & release only

Join Us for our monthly Fishing Derby at Leesburg Animal Park! ????

Bring the kiddos to enjoy a day of fishing & family fun.

???? Date: July 26th & 27th from 11am-3pm
???? Location: 19246 James Monroe Highway Leesburg, VA 20175

What to Expect:
– Fishing at the Pond with our helpful attendant from 11-3pm
– Prizes for the biggest catch of the day
– Fishing rods & bait available to share (or bring your own if you don’t want to share)!
– Catch & release only

Get ready for a weekend buzzing with excitement and discovery at Leesburg Animal Park’s Pollinator Weekend! Join us on Saturday, July12 and Sunday, July 13th, from 12:00 – 2:00 PM, for two fun-filled afternoons dedicated to celebrating and learning about these vital members of our ecosystem

???? What to Expect

• Meet live pollinators: Discover the fascinating world of bees, butterflies, and other pollinating insects up close.

• Interactive animal ambassador shows: Learn how pollinators relate to the diverse animal residents at the park and get involved in hands-on presentations .

• Discover the bee lifecycle: Engage with park educators as they explain the important roles pollinators play in our gardens and ecosystems.

Activities & Highlights

• Educational demonstrations in the indoor theater—perfect for both kids and adults eager to understand pollinator behaviors and benefits  with Chestnut Bees at 12PM and 1:30PM each day

• Up-close interaction: Visitors may have chances to hold or observe butterflies and bees safely, under staff guidance.

• Family-friendly fun: Besides learning, there’s plenty of interactive enjoyment—including animal meet-and-greets, educational clues, and themed crafts.

Why It Matters

Pollinators are essential to our environment, helping plants reproduce and ecosystems thrive. This weekend offers a wonderful opportunity to inspire environmental stewardship and appreciate the tiny heroes that sustain life around us.

No separate ticketing is required (park admission applies). Just come ready for a lively, learning-filled day celebrating the incredible insect caretakers of our natural world.

Go Fishing with Dad on Father’s Day! ????Sunday, June 16 | 11AM–3PM

Celebrate Dad with a day of fresh air, family time, and fishing fun! Join us at the pond for a special Father’s Day fishing experience—no license needed, just a little patience and a whole lot of excitement.

• ???? Fishing at the Pond with our friendly attendant from 11AM–3PM

• ???? Fishing rods & bait available to share (or feel free to bring your own!)

• ???? Catch & release only—we like to let our fish friends live to swim another day

Whether you’re teaching your little one how to cast a line or showing off your own skills, this is a Father’s Day memory in the making.

You are INVITED to Jethro’s Birthday BASH!

Saturday, July 19th from 11AM – 3PM with a special cake and birthday song at Jethro’s hangout at 12:30PM!

Get ready to PARTY!! Jethro is turning another year older and we have a day planned with celebrations from 11AM – 3PM. Join us for games, activities and events for the whole family! Don’t miss the main event when we sing Happy Birthday to Jethro at 12:30PM and present him with his annual watermelon cake!

Whether you are a longtime friend of Jethro or just looking to celebrate, this is a party you do not want to miss!

Mark your calendar, grab your party hat!

Join Us for our monthly Fishing Derby at Leesburg Animal Park! ????

Bring the kiddos to enjoy a day of fishing & family fun.

???? Date: June 28h & 29th from 11am-3pm
???? Location: 19246 James Monroe Highway Leesburg, VA 20175

**What to Expect:**
– Fishing at the Pond with our helpful attendant from 11-3pm
– Prizes for the biggest catch of the day
– Fishing rods & bait available to share (or bring your own if you don’t want to share)!
– Catch & release only

Join Us for our monthly Fishing Derby at Leesburg Animal Park! ????

Bring the kiddos to enjoy a day of fishing & family fun.

???? Date:May 24th & 25th from 11am-3pm
???? Location: 19246 James Monroe Highway Leesburg, VA 20175

**What to Expect:**
– Fishing at the Pond with our helpful attendant from 11-3pm
– Prizes for the biggest catch of the day
– Fishing rods & bait available to share (or bring your own if you don’t want to share)!
– Catch & release only

Join Us for our monthly Fishing Derby at Leesburg Animal Park! ????

Bring the kiddos to enjoy a day of fishing & family fun.

???? Date:May 24th & 25th from 11am-3pm
???? Location: 19246 James Monroe Highway Leesburg, VA 20175

**What to Expect:**
– Fishing at the Pond with our helpful attendant from 11-3pm
– Prizes for the biggest catch of the day
– Fishing rods & bait available to share (or bring your own if you don’t want to share)!
– Catch & release only

Join Us for our monthly Fishing Derby at Leesburg Animal Park! ????

Bring the kiddos to enjoy a day of fishing & family fun.

???? Date: April 26 & 27th from 11am-3pm
???? Location: 19246 James Monroe Highway Leesburg, VA 20175

**What to Expect:**
– Fishing at the Pond with our helpful attendant from 11-3pm
– Prizes for the biggest catch of the day
– Fishing rods & bait available to share (or bring your own if you don’t want to share)!
– Catch & release only