Petting Zoo, Pony Rides, Horse Rides
Short on time but craving a hands-on animal moment? Family Fun Day - June 13th brings pony rides and a pop-up petting zoo to 1605 E Pikes Peak Ave—perfect for toddlers and busy families visiting Colorado Springs.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
5 minutes (pony ride); 30–60 minutes total visit
Fitness Level
Suitable for families with toddlers and older adults; minimal physical exertion required
Wildlife
History
Colorado Springs was founded in 1871; the nearby Front Range and Pikes Peak have long shaped local outdoor culture.
Conservation
Staff limit interaction lengths and control feeding to protect animal health; please follow hygiene and handling rules to reduce impact.
Wishing Star Farm
Petting Zoo, Pony Rides, Horse Rides
Wishing Star Farm is a family-focused farm experience located in Calhan, Colorado. The farm offers a variety of guided, hands-on activities designed for families and children, including the Animal Encounter, Farm Family Day events, the seasonal Wishing Star Farm Fall Fest 2025, and private rentals of the Small Loafing Shed.
During the Animal Encounter, guests join a guided tour to meet and feed friendly animals such as llamas and goats, with interactive play options like a bounce pad and tire swings. Farm Family Day expands the offerings with a barrel train, farm games, additional jump pad time, and open play areas designed for a full day of family fun. The Fall Fest includes a pumpkin patch, petting zoo, bounce houses, a pallet maze, hay slide, and pony rides for young children.
For private gatherings, the Small Loafing Shed rental provides a fenced-in party area adjacent to a fire truck and kids town, covered picnic tables, a cornhole game, and the option to add a private bounce house. Wishing Star Farm positions itself as a hands-on destination for seasonal festivals, children's parties, and family outings, emphasizing direct animal interaction and active play. All offerings are presented as public program options and private rental choices for families seeking a rural, activity-rich setting near Calhan, Colorado.
Location
Calhan, Colorado
Accessible Front Range farm
Family-Friendly
Activities for all ages
Hands-on animal interactions
Popular Events
Fall Fest & Farm Days
Seasonal festivals and programs
Private Rentals
Small Loafing Shed
Fenced party area and add-ons
Check availability for Animal Encounters, Farm Family Days, Fall Fest 2025, or book the Small Loafing Shed for a private family celebration.
Show your code at check-in
Bring the booking code on your phone or printed to present to the attendant when your slot is called.
Hand hygiene
Wash or sanitize hands before and after petting animals to protect both kids and creatures.
Wear closed-toe shoes
The ground can be dusty or uneven near pens—closed-toe shoes keep little feet safe.
Keep camera wide-angle
Use a wider lens or step back for interaction shots so animals aren’t startled by close lenses.
Closed-toe shoes
Protects feet around pens and during short pony rides.
Hand sanitizer
Quick hygiene between animal interactions when a sink isn’t immediately available.
Sun hat
Keeps kids comfortable during midday visits.
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Phone camera
Capture short rides and candid animal moments—use wide framing for safety.