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Fri, Dec 25, 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 25, 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…

Gorilla Program

Fri, Dec 25, 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!

Panther Prowl

Fri, Dec 25, 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 25, 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 25, 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 25, 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…

Water Garden Wonders

Fri, Dec 25, 2026 • 2:00 PM · St Paul, MN

Discover one of nature’s most extraordinary plants during this daily Water Garden Talk at Como Park Zoo & Conservatory. Meet the stunning Victoria Water…

Aviary Chat

Fri, Dec 25, 2026 • 2:15 PM—2:30 PM · Gulf Shores, AL

All keeper chats are included with regular paid admission. Aviary Chat: Mondays, Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays at 2:15 pm – 2:30 pm (Mondays and Saturdays begin…

Play with 20+ Adoptable Cats!

Fri, Dec 25, 2026 • 2:30 PM—9:20 PM · Champaign, IL

Spend 50 minutes in our cat lounges with 20+ adoptable cats. Your reservation not only helps to cover the cost of their care, but it also helps to socialize…

West Deck Campfire + S’mores

Fri, Dec 25, 2026 • 5:00 PM—9:00 PM · Hunter, NY

Gather round the campfire, roast s’mores, take in a Catskill’s sunset and soak in the stargazing.

DISC GOLF MART & NOCTERRA – PUTTING LEAGUE – AUDUBON

Fri, Dec 25, 2026 • 6:00 PM—8:00 PM · Columbus, OH

Join us every Friday from 6–8 PM for The Weekly Offseason Putting League, brought to you by Disc Golf Mart and Nocterra Brewing Co. It’s just $5 to play, and…

Winter Lights

Fri, Dec 25, 2026 • 6:00 PM—10:00 PM · Asheville, NC

Winter Lights November 13 – January 3 Winter Lights is a spectacular open-air walk-through light show illuminating the gardens with millions of lights! Open…

Legends and Leaders Tour

Fri, Dec 25, 2026 • 6:30 PM—8:00 PM · Coeur d'Alene, ID

Walk amongst the dead and discover the rich tapestry of history and heritage on our Cemetery Walking Tours at Forest Cemetery and St. Thomas Cemetery. Nestled…

Wanderlust Tours | Geminids Meteor Shower Snowshoe Tour

Fri, Dec 25, 2026 • 7:00 PM—11:00 PM · Bend, OR

ABOUT Adventure & Naturalist Guided Experience: The Geminids Meteor Shower is one of the most plentiful meteor showers that grace our night skies each year!…

Christmas - CLOSED

Sat, Dec 26, 2026 · Cape May, NJ

Located on a 60-acre preserved farm, our artisan farm distillery provides the perfect venue for your upcoming event. From our dramatic Tasting Room with its…

Wild Wonders

Sat, Dec 26, 2026 · Online

Stage Presentation (Event Center)

Sat, Dec 26, 2026 • 12:15 AM—12:30 PM · Gulf Shores, AL

Stage Presentation: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 12:15 pm – 12:30 pm Join us for our exciting Stage Presentation at the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo! This…

A Boxing Day Visit to Catlin Woods with Gerri Griswold

Sat, Dec 26, 2026 • 7:30 AM—9:00 AM · Litchfield, CT

Saturday, December 26, 2026 Boxing Day isn’t just a day for Santa to catch his breath! Boxing Day began centuries ago when lords of the manor and aristocrats…

December Bird Monitoring Walk

Sat, Dec 26, 2026 • 8:00 AM—9:00 AM · Huntington, VT

All birders — current, experienced, newbie and would-be — welcome! Join our monthly monitoring walk to record birds at the Museum’s trails, forest, and meadow.…

Historic Manassas Farmers Market (Saturdays)

Sat, Dec 26, 2026 • 8:00 AM—1:00 PM · Manassas, VA

The Historic Manassas Farmers Market Has Returned! Join us rain or shine every Thursday and Saturday and stock up on farm-fresh produce, local meats & cheeses,…

Farm & Bakery

Sat, Dec 26, 2026 • 8:00 AM—4:00 PM · Queen Creek, AZ

The Bakery and Country Store are open from 8am-4pm The Farm Park, Bakery & Country Store It’s free to come visit and pick up your pies, baked goods or any of…

Ánima Botánica (Botanical Anima)

Sat, Dec 26, 2026 • 8:00 AM—5:00 PM · Naples, FL

@ On view in Fogg Café October 1, 2026 – July 9, 2028. See the natural world from a whole new perspective. Here, towering air plants offer shade like a Florida…

Volunteer @ Felts Audubon Preserve Conservation Day

Sat, Dec 26, 2026 • 8:00 AM—11:00 AM · Palmetto, FL

Why come and volunteer to help the conservation efforts at Felts Audubon Preserve? Protect Local Wildlife: Your involvement directly supports the preservation…

Plant Adaptations Tour

Sat, Dec 26, 2026 • 8:00 AM—11:00 AM · Phoenix, AZ

*All docent tours are subject to volunteer availability All docent tours included with Admission and subject to volunteer availability. No reservations; times…

Bird Tours

Sat, Dec 26, 2026 • 8:00 AM—9:00 AM · Phoenix, AZ

WEEKEND BREAKFAST

Sat, Dec 26, 2026 • 8:30 AM—11:00 AM · Riviera Beach, FL

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GTM Monthly Beach Cleanup

Sat, Dec 26, 2026 • 9:00 AM—11:00 AM · St. Johns County, FL

Join us at one of two locations—the GTM Reserve Visitor Center in Ponte Vedra Beach or the GTM Reserve Marineland Office in St. Augustine—to help keep our…

Animal Activities and Farm Tours

Sat, Dec 26, 2026 • 9:00 AM—4:00 PM · West Sand Lake, NY

CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS Some our popular tours include: Highland Cow Brushing Cabin Tours Photography Tours Whether you are a cabin guest, or are a local…

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