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Fri, Dec 18, 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

Fri, Dec 18, 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…

The Whaling Museum presents Museum Adventure Activity: Secrets & Spies

Fri, Dec 18, 2026 • 11:00 AM—4:00 PM · Cold Spring Harbor, NY

July – August | Kids 7+ Drop In During Gallery Hours 11:00 – 4:00PM Join the fight for independence as you follow in the footsteps of the daring Long Island…

Muntjac Chat

Fri, Dec 18, 2026 • 11:00 AM—11:15 AM · Gulf Shores, AL

All keeper chats are included with regular paid admission. Muntjac Chat: Fridays at 11:00 am – 11:15 am. Join us for the “Muntjac Chat” at the Alabama Gulf…

Garden Tea Tastings (11:00 AM)

Fri, Dec 18, 2026 • 11:00 AM—12:00 PM · Portland, OR

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Dig Deeper

Fri, Dec 18, 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.…

Raptor Experience: Masters of Survival

Fri, Dec 18, 2026 • 11:00 AM—12:00 PM · Wilson, WY

Delve into the amazing adaptations that make raptors masters of their environments. This 1-hour program highlights the specialized features that enable these…

Wrapped Up In Christmas

Dec 18-20 · Loranger, LA

Join us for a campfire & smore's!

Open Carving Days

Fri, Dec 18, 2026 • 11:00 AM—5:00 PM · Clinton, MD

Come see artist Carving Colin bring two new wood sculptures to life during a live carving experience at Clearwater Nature Center. This event is supported in…

MAG Highlights Tour

Fri, Dec 18, 2026 • 11:15 AM—12:15 PM · Rochester, NY

Drop in for a guided tour—no reservations needed! Led by an experienced volunteer docent, you will see highlights of MAG’s collection, from ancient artifacts…

Eagle Presentation

Fri, Dec 18, 2026 • 11:30 AM—12:00 PM · Chula Vista, CA

Join us at Eagle Mesa for a presentation about our bald & golden eagles! Learn about these two non-releasable raptors, like what they eat, why they reside at…

11:30 AM-Standard Tour

Fri, Dec 18, 2026 • 11:30 AM—1:00 PM · Wichita, KS

Standard Tour The home will be decorated for the holiday season from November 12th - December 30th. For those Wright enthusiasts who want to learn about the…

Mini Masterpieces

Fri, Dec 18, 2026 • 11:30 AM—12:00 PM · Lakeland, FL

Broad art prompts leave room for creativity to bloom! Make something uniquely yours. Join us in Design Park on the first floor. Program designed for children…

Daily Otter Feeding

Fri, Dec 18, 2026 • 12:00 PM—12:10 PM · Stamford, CT

Daily Otter Feedings Come say hi to Sadie and Ron, our two river otters! Our otter feedings are daily at 1 pm, and switch to noon upon November’s time change…

VB Pick-up

Fri, Dec 18, 2026 • 12:00 PM—10:00 PM · Asheville, NC

$5 Pick-up | All-level Purchase wristbands and sign a waiver at the bar before getting on the court!

Guided Highlight Tour

Fri, Dec 18, 2026 • 12:00 PM—12:30 PM · Taunton, MA

Join us every day at 12:00 PM for a Guided Highlight Tour of the Old Colony History Museum! In just 30 minutes, you’ll discover fascinating stories, meet…

Senior Book Club

Fri, Dec 18, 2026 • 12:00 PM—3:00 PM · Kennesaw, GA

Participants read selected material and gather on the 3rd Friday of each month to discuss and reflect on the different topics read throughout the assigned…

Story Time!

Fri, Dec 18, 2026 • 12:00 PM · St Paul, MN

Join us for a unique and nature-themed story!

Volunteer Seed Processing

Fri, Dec 18, 2026 • 12:00 PM—3:00 PM · Portland, OR

Get involved in hands-on restoration by helping us clean recently collected native seeds at Tryon Creek! These seeds will support our ongoing habitat…

Wildlife Surprise

Fri, Dec 18, 2026 • 12:30 PM—1:00 PM · Chula Vista, CA

Visit the Living Coast Discovery Center to learn about the diverse range of species that inhabit it, including moon jellies, chuckwallas, snakes, owls, and…

Gardener Chat

Fri, Dec 18, 2026 • 1:00 PM · Saint Paul, MN

Meet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely…

Steep & Paint

Fri, Dec 18, 2026 • 1:00 PM—4:00 PM · Portland, OR

@ Steep & Paint Ticket Enjoy a blossom-filled afternoon at the beautiful Lan Su Chinese Garden with the return of Steep & Paint! We’re bringing this series…

Garden Tea Tastings (1:00 PM)

Fri, Dec 18, 2026 • 1:00 PM—2:00 PM · Portland, OR

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1:00 PM-Standard Tour

Fri, Dec 18, 2026 • 1:00 PM—2:30 PM · Wichita, KS

Standard Tour The home will be decorated for the holiday season from November 12th - December 30th. For those Wright enthusiasts who want to learn about the…

Gorilla Program

Fri, Dec 18, 2026 • 1:30 PM · St Paul, MN

Join us in Gorilla Forest and learn more about Como’s gorillas and how you can make an impact on gorillas in the wild!

Shark & Ray Presentation

Fri, Dec 18, 2026 • 1:30 PM—2:00 PM · Chula Vista, CA

Visit the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the diverse range of species that inhabit it, including leopard sharks, bat rays, diamond rays, shovelnose…

Panther Prowl

Fri, Dec 18, 2026 • 2:00 PM—2:30 PM · Fort Lauderdale, FL

Florida panthers are endangered and critical to Florida’s ecosystem. This augmented reality experience allows you to connect the Florida panther and…

Sketch Club in the Gardens

Fri, Dec 18, 2026 • 2:00 PM—4:00 PM · Mobile, AL

What: A casual sketch club experience with oversight from Derek Norman, botanical arts instructor When: Friday afternoons, 2-4pm* Where: The Larkins Classroom…

New World Chat (Bear)

Fri, Dec 18, 2026 • 2:00 PM—2:15 PM · Gulf Shores, AL

All keeper chats are included with regular paid admission. New World Chat (Bear): Tuesdays, Fridays & Sundays at 2:00 pm – 2:15 pm Join us for the New World…

Captain Elias Davis House Tour

Fri, Dec 18, 2026 • 2:00 PM—3:00 PM · Gloucester, MA

Fridays at 2:00 p.m. Downtown Campus, 27 Pleasant St, Gloucester, MA Free with admission Due to limited space it is first come, first serve. Let the Visitor…

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