Family events in Charles Town, WV

Shelter dogs will receive baths and nail trims to help them feel comfortable and look their best while waiting for homes. Visitors can meet adoptable dogs and support local animal welfare efforts, helping increase adoption opportunities for dogs in need.

Apple Hill Farm Refillery celebrates its grand opening to the public, highlighting a new permanent partnership with Rustic Strength. Guests can enjoy fresh sourdough and chocolate chip cookies from Hometown Goods, explore beautiful photo spots, and visit with friendly farm animals. The brand-new low-waste refillery station is ready to discover, and bringing empty jars is welcome for those who want to make use of it.

Designed for children ages 6 to 11, this small-group camp offers single-day enrollment for $119. Participants must be at least six years old by the start of camp. Pack a peanut-free snack and lunch each day. Enrollment is capped at 20 participants, and at least 4 are required for the camp to run; if the minimum is not met, families will be notified in advance and a refund will be offered. Registrations become non-refundable within 30 days of camp, though a transfer to another date may be possible if space is available. In accordance with Virginia law, anyone under 18 may not work around exotic animals, so direct animal care is not included. For questions, email booking@leesburganimalpark.com.

Experience a comprehensive HypnoBirthing class that guides you step by step through labor and birth. Build a clear understanding of the birth process, explore body dynamics, and practice comfort techniques you can count on. Instruction is grounded in evidence and paired with practical training and tools to support a confident birth experience. Partners will leave prepared to offer meaningful, effective support.

Settle in for a warm weekend focused on getting the bears ready for hibernation. Put on pajamas for a lively PJ Dance Party, wind down with a cozy movie night, and personalize a pillowcase with coloring. The weekend concludes with a sweet send-off as the bears are tucked into bed for their winter rest. Activities take place on the weekend only.

Enjoy a private holiday photo mini-session with Santa Paws and Lilly Tillman Photography, in partnership with Biscuits & Beans Cat Cafe. Pets, pets with their humans, and people without pets are welcome. Each session includes 10 minutes of photography and one or two edited digital photos. All proceeds support care for the cats of Shady’s Paw Animal Rescue. Sessions are scheduled one family at a time to help create a stress-free experience.

Celebrate Game Store Day at the Southeast Neighborhood Library with gaming sessions, special guest visits, and goodies. More details will be announced soon.

Share a hearty community breakfast in support of the local fire department. The menu features pancakes, fresh rope sausage from Horst Meats, homemade chipped beef gravy, homemade sausage gravy made with Horst Meats, scrambled eggs, plus orange juice, milk, and coffee. Adults are $12, and children 10 and under contribute by donation only.