NatureFest
*The event has already taken place on this date: Sat, 10/18/2025
Bring the whole family to the NC Botanical Garden for NatureFest: a day of outdoor fun, learning, and exploration on Saturday, October 18 from 1-4 p.m.! Perfect for children up to age 10, this free event features hands-on activity stations that invite kids (and grown-ups, too!) to connect with the wonders of nature in North Carolina.
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Bring the whole family to the Garden for NatureFest: a day of outdoor fun, learning, and exploration on Saturday, October 18 from 1-4 p.m.! Perfect for children up to age 10, this free event features hands-on activity stations that invite kids (and grown-ups, too!) to connect with the wonders of nature in North Carolina.
- Learn about fascinating carnivorous plants and mysterious mushrooms
- Birdwatch with local experts
- Meet North Carolina’s amazing animals—from owls to snakes
- Enjoy a special storytime
- Get your hands dirty potting a wildflower seed to take home
- Create nature-inspired art like painting with acorn ink
- Build whimsical fairy houses from natural materials
Enjoy a sweet treat – Locopops will be available for purchase! NatureFest is free and open to the public – no registration necessary.
Location:
North Carolina Botanical Garden
See map: Google Maps
*Times, dates, and prices of any activity posted to our calendars are subject to change. Please be sure to click through directly to the organization’s website to verify.
The event has already taken place on this date:
10/18/2025
Time:
1:00-4:00PM
Price:
FREE
Ages
4-5 years 6-8 years 9-12 years Adults & kids togetherWeb Service