2026 Fall Activity Guide

Freshwater fishing license to participate. Limited fishing poles and bait will be available to use. All participants must pre-register. Youth F 5:00-7:00pm 9/18 $10 162720-03 Adult F 5:00-7:00pm 9/18 $15 162720-04 Halloween In The Park All Ages Follow a lit trail through the event as you collect treats along the way. Enjoy giant Halloween inflatables, navigate your way through a not so scary maze, and visit with Frankenstein. Come dressed in your favorite costume and enjoy Halloween surprises! F 6:00-8:00pm 10/30 Free 162723-02

Full Moon Hike: Hunter’s Moon Ages 4+ On this morning hike, discover why this celestial event occurs & enjoy the peaceful sounds of the waking park. Afterwards join us for tea. This hike will take place on rough terrain - please come prepared. Close- toed shoes required. M 7:00-8:00am 10/26 $7 162719-02 EVENTS Secret Garden Raptor Show All Ages Experience the awe-inspiring world of birds of prey! Meet majestic raptors up close as expert handlers introduce you to these incredible birds. F 6:00-7:00pm 9/4 $15 162728-01 Celebrating 60: 1 Minute at a Time All Ages Participants will move through a variety of 60-second challenges inspired by nature, recreation, and outdoor adventure. Whether you are competing as an individual or part of a team the challenges will highlight experiences that have made our parks special for six decades. Come celebrate the past, enjoy the present and help us kick off the next 60 years of outdoor fun! Sa 10:00am-12:00pm 9/12 Free 162740-01 Franklin Park Trout Derby Ages 3+ Get hooked on fishing at Franklin Park’s annual Trout Fishing Derby! Join us at the pond for an evening of family fun and fishing. Prizes awarded for first fish caught and most fish caught in each age category. Volunteers will be on hand to teach you how to bait, cast, and hook your catch. All children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Anyone over the age of 16 years must have a valid Virginia State

HAL & BERNI HANSON REGIONAL PARK

22831 Hanson Park Drive, Aldie 571-367-8360

loudoun.gov/HansonPark Park Hours Dawn - Dusk Office Hours: Monday-Sunday 9:00am-5:00pm

Office Closed Labor Day, 9/7, Indigenous Peoples Day, 10/12, Election Day, 11/3, Thanksgiving Wednesday (noon closure), 11/25, Thanksgiving 11/26-11/27 Nature Center Hours Monday-Saturday 10:00am-4:00pm

Center Closed Thanksgiving Day, 11/26 facebook.com/HansonRegionalPark Instagram: @Hanson_Regional_Park

PRESCHOOL Library Storytime

All Ages The library is coming to Hanson Park! Bring a picnic blanket to the Nature Center for an unforgettable storytime with music, dancing, and a whole lot of fun. F 10:00-10:30am 9/25 Free 174105-01 F 10:00-10:30am 10/9 Free 174105-02 Zumbini Ages Infant-4 Through singing, dancing, instrument play, and interactive activities, Zumbini combines music, movement, and learning to support cognitive, social, emotional, and motor development. Most importantly, it creates meaningful opportunities for families to connect, play, and make joyful memories together in a fun, supportive environment. F 10:00-10:45am 10/2 Free 174109-01 ELEMENTARY Chemistry Kids: Volcanoes Ages 5-12 Join us as we explore the science behind volcanic eruptions through hands-on experiments! Afterward, we will create volcanic dioramas using art materials that kids can take home for further experimentation! Sa 2:00-3:00pm 9/12 $12 174209-01 Planetarium: Autumn Skies Ages 4-12 Join us as we look up in our portable planetarium to discover the beautiful constellations you can find in the Autumn skies! Afterward we will paint constellations on canvas and insert LED lights in this relaxing 90-minute art program. This is not a drop-off program and only one adult may accompany each registered child. Chairs are available upon request to hansonpark@loudoun.gov. Su 11:00am-12:30pm 9/13 $15 174205-01 Su 1:00-2:30pm 9/13 $15 174205-02

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