Outdoors & Nature events

Sun, Nov 15, 2026 • 10:00 AM—3:00 PM · Naples, FL

@ Enjoy a staff-led, themed daily tour included with Garden admission. Reserve your spot with a member of the Education team at the information station located…

Wee Wonders: Snakes

Sun, Nov 15, 2026 • 10:00 AM · South Holland, IL

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Restoration Sunday

Sun, Nov 15, 2026 • 10:00 AM · River Forest, IL

Help us improve our wildlife habitat by cutting and removing invasive species. Ages 8 & up. Ages 15 & under w/ adult.

Walk on the Wild Side: Paradise Island Tour

Sun, Nov 15, 2026 • 10:00 AM—11:30 AM · Huntington, NY

Walk on the Wild Side: Paradise Island Tour (Ages 12+) Sunday, October 25, 2026 (Sold Out) Sunday, November 15, 2026 (Sold Out) Sunday, November 29, 2026 (Sold…

What is Gathered Remains Community Workshop

Sun, Nov 15, 2026 • 10:00 AM—12:00 PM · Naples, FL

@ In this hands-on workshop, participants will meet artist Lauren Shapiro and learn how she is creating the sculptures for her upcoming exhibition, What is…

Member Bonus Shopping Days

Sun, Nov 15, 2026 • 10:00 AM—5:00 PM · Winterthur, DE

Activate your internal energy and strengthen your body and spirit as you practice slow, easy motions to get into the rhythm of nature. Led by Beth Sheehy.…

Farmer & The Seahorse + Kai Kalama

Sun, Nov 15, 2026 • 10:00 AM · Escondido, CA

A Dance of Seasons: Opening Weekend Celebration

Sun, Nov 15, 2026 • 10:00 AM—3:00 PM · St Paul, MN

Recommended for all ages Celebrate the opening of the newest Bell Museum original planetarium production A Dance of Seasons this weekend! The new show follows…

Mass Reptile Expo - Native Snake Display

Sun, Nov 15, 2026 • 10:00 AM—4:00 PM · Hanover, MA

Our very own CAVPT Rick will be there with a Native Snake Display. Hosted by New England Herpetological Society. Lots of vendors will be selling snakes,…

Animal Encounters

Sun, Nov 15, 2026 • 10:00 AM—12:15 PM · Milwaukee, WI

Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10:00 am 11:00 am 12:00 pm Turtles and snakes are some of the most fascinating creatures on the planet. Join our team for an…

A Walk Through Pier History

Sun, Nov 15, 2026 • 10:00 AM—11:00 AM · Santa Monica, CA

Uncover the Santa Monica Pier's hidden stories and iconic landmarks on a one-hour guided walking tour.

Rain Barrel & Water Harvesting Workshop

Sun, Nov 15, 2026 • 10:00 AM—11:00 AM · San Diego, CA

Residents of San Diego are invited to join this free workshop to learn about all the benefits of rain barrels and best practices for rainwater collection.…

Walking & Adventure Cave Tours

Sun, Nov 15, 2026 • 10:00 AM—5:30 PM · McMinnville, TN

Journey 333 feet below in McMinnville, TN! Let’s go back to simpler days; the days when schoolless, barefoot, popsicle-dripping summers opened up your busy…

River Float Rentals

Sun, Nov 15, 2026 • 10:00 AM—5:00 PM · McMinnville, TN

Smooth Rapids offers different float lengths to suit your needs. They recommend the shortest float for those with young children as it starts at the city park…

Selections from Creating Art, Thinking Science, a Kid’s Art Contest

Sun, Nov 15, 2026 • 10:00 AM—4:00 PM · Saint Paul, MN

View winning art work from a collaborative project between St. Paul 5th graders and the Bell Museum! Students from the St. Paul Public School district learned…

Public Tours in the Besthoff Sculpture Garden Every Sunday

Sun, Nov 15, 2026 • 10:30 AM · New Orleans, LA

NOMA provides guided tours of the Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden every Sunday. During these tours, you’ll learn about a selection of the 100…

Gardening for All: Indigenous Garden Wisdom

Sun, Nov 15, 2026 • 10:30 AM—11:30 AM · Mt Rainier, MD

“November is National Native American Heritage Month! In this Gardening for All workshop, we’ll explore indigenous garden wisdom. Gardening for All offers…

Gardening for All

Sun, Nov 15, 2026 • 10:30 AM—11:30 AM · Mt Rainier, MD

Gardening for All offers hands-on opportunities to learn about sustainable gardening and landscaping. Each program explores a different topic, from backyard…

Polar Bear Program

Sun, Nov 15, 2026 • 10:30 AM · Saint Paul, MN

Join us in Polar Bear Odyssey to learn more about Como’s 4 polar bears, and perhaps observe special enrichment or training!

Urban Oasis Presentation

Sun, Nov 15, 2026 • 10:30 AM—11:00 AM · Chula Vista, CA

Urban Oasis will allow families and visitors of all ages to connect with local animals (including a non-releasable raccoon), learn about their role and…

Kiss the Bricks

Sun, Nov 15, 2026 • 10:30 AM—3:00 PM · Indianapolis, IN

Our “Kiss the Bricks” tour is a narrated, 30-minute bus tour that features one lap around the famous 2.5-mile Indianapolis Motor Speedway oval with a stop at…

The Whaling Museum presents Crafting with Pride

Sun, Nov 15, 2026 • 11:00 AM—4:00 PM · Huntington, NY

All June | Kids Gallery Hours 11AM – 4PM | Included with Admission Head to our self-serve station to build a vibrant sea creature and celebrate the many unique…

Camel Chat

Sun, Nov 15, 2026 • 11:00 AM—11:15 AM · Gulf Shores, AL

All keeper chats are included with regular paid admission. Camel Chat: Sundays at 11:00 am – 11:15 am. Embark on a journey through the desert with the “Camel…

Behind The “Seams” Brunch

Sun, Nov 15, 2026 • 11:00 AM—1:00 PM · Mumford, NY

Join us in the John L. Wehle Gallery for a fantastic behind-the-scenes vault tour followed by a scrumptious morning brunch. This exclusive event will give you…

Little Zoo

Sun, Nov 15, 2026 • 11:00 AM—11:30 AM · Norfolk, VA

@ Come join us as educators and volunteers offer themed animal interactions inside one of the Zoo’s classroom spaces. Our Little Zoo program offers our guests…

Dig Deeper

Sun, Nov 15, 2026 • 11:00 AM—1:30 PM · Naples, FL

@ Join Garden staff for a chat about a different topic every day. Learn about what we do and how we do it, and start seeing the Garden from a new perspective.…

Autumn Stories in Chinese

Sun, Nov 15, 2026 • 11:00 AM · Willow Springs, IL

The Naperville Chinese Storytellers share stories and activities. All ages; under 18 w/ adult.

Horse Grooming

Sun, Nov 15, 2026 • 11:00 AM—12:00 PM · Katonah, NY

Come visit the farm and experience the joy of grooming our friendly horse, Haley! This hands-on program gives participants the opportunity to help care for…

Riverside cleanup!

Sun, Nov 15, 2026 • 11:00 AM—1:00 PM · Boston, MA

SATURDAY, AUGUST 29: Local Volunteers; 10 am - 12 pm, 50 Charlesgate East, Boston — Sign up here! SUNDAY, AUGUST 30: GOATS AND BOATS; 12 pm - 2 pm, 40-80…

Special Focus Tour: Autumn Garden Walk

Sun, Nov 15, 2026 • 11:00 AM—11:45 AM · Richmond, VA

Enjoy a fall foliage tour!

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