Zoos
Barber Family Farm
📍 354 E Ave G 6, Lancaster, CA 93535🕐 Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 11 AM–4 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–4 PM |
About Barber Family Farm
Barber Family Farm is a zoo in Lancaster, CA. Barber Family Farm operates a dual-purpose model offering both public petting zoo visits on weekends ($5 per person) and weekday therapy sessions/field trips by appointment, indicating a therapeutic animal program. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 171 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Farm/Petting Zoo
- Best For
- All ages
- Highlights
- Petting zoo, pony rides, therapy animals, animal interaction
- Admission
- $5 per person (weekends 11am-4pm)
- Special Services
- Mobile farm visits, therapy sessions, field trips, birthday parties
💡 Did You Know?
- Barber Family Farm operates a dual-purpose model offering both public petting zoo visits on weekends ($5 per person) and weekday therapy sessions/field trips by appointment, indicating a therapeutic animal program
- The farm offers off-site animal visits where animals are transported to locations outside the farm for events and programs
- The facility maintains a variety of farm animals including goats, ponies, horses, sheep, chickens, tortoises, ducks, and bunnies with staff knowledgeable about individual animal stories and backgrounds
- The farm closes on rainy days as a safety measure, indicating careful attention to animal welfare and visitor safety protocols
💬 What Visitors Say
- Bring $10 for a feeding bucket of fresh vegetables to maximize animal interaction - reviewers consistently mention this as a worthwhile investment that allows you to feed all the animals on the farm
- Plan your visit for Saturday or Sunday 11am-4pm when open to the public, but call ahead if weather is questionable since the farm closes on rainy days for safety reasons
- Arrive early to secure parking - while there's ample outdoor parking, indoor spots are limited. The farm is easy to navigate once inside with plenty of shady rest areas
- Ask staff about individual animal stories and backgrounds during your visit - this enhances the educational experience and helps kids connect with the animals on a deeper level
- Bring young children to enjoy the dedicated play pen and get up close with the especially friendly bunnies and ducks - all animals are tame and accustomed to frequent visitor interaction
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