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Daily Programs
Meet a Ranger
Sunday, September 27, 2026 11:30 AM — 12:00 PM
Join a Fernbank Forest Ranger to learn more about the outdoors world. Subject to cancellation in the event of inclement weather.
Special Programs
Emory Chamber Music Society of Atlanta Lawless Family Concert
Sunday, September 27, 2026 1:00 PM — 12:00 AM
"Invitation to the Dance” with the Vega Quartet and pianist William Ransom
Daily Programs
Live Animal Encounter
Sunday, September 27, 2026 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Join a Fernbank educator for a presentation featuring some members of our animal collection. Recommended for all ages.
Daily Programs
Story Time
Wednesday, September 30, 2026 11:30 AM — 11:50 AM
This fall, celebrate Latinx Heritage Month by following along to Mother of Sharks, a dreamlike autobiographical story about the marine biologist Melissa Cristina Márquez..
Daily Programs
Dino Talk
Thursday, October 1, 2026 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Explore the ancient world as we uncover the fascinating dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures who are featured in our Great Hall. Recommended for all ages.
Daily Programs
Live Animal Encounter
Friday, October 2, 2026 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Join a Fernbank educator for a presentation featuring some members of our animal collection. Recommended for all ages.
Guided Programs
Morning Hike
Saturday, October 3, 2026 7:00 AM — 9:00 AM
Enjoy a guided hike through Fernbank Forest. The Morning Hike will celebrate the ecosystem of the old-growth forest.
Daily Programs
Live Animal Encounter
Saturday, October 3, 2026 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Join a Fernbank educator for a presentation featuring some members of our animal collection. Recommended for all ages.
Guided Programs
Teen Forest Lab: Owl Pellet Shadowboxes
Sunday, October 4, 2026 10:00 AM — 12:00 PM
Join a Fernbank Educator for a hands-on workshop where science meets art!
Daily Programs
Family Nature Walk
Sunday, October 4, 2026 11:30 AM — 12:00 PM
Join a Fernbank Forest Ranger to take a walk on the wild side and explore outdoor nature adventures in Fernbank Forest.
Daily Programs
Dino Talk
Sunday, October 4, 2026 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Explore the ancient world as we uncover the fascinating dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures who are featured in our Great Hall. Recommended for all ages.
Daily Programs
Story Time
Wednesday, October 7, 2026 11:30 AM — 11:50 AM
This fall, celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by following along to Mother of Sharks, a dreamlike autobiographical story about the marine biologist Melissa Cristina Márquez.
Daily Programs
Dino Talk
Thursday, October 8, 2026 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Explore the ancient world as we uncover the fascinating dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures who are featured in our Great Hall. Recommended for all ages.
Daily Programs
Live Animal Encounter
Friday, October 9, 2026 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Join a Fernbank educator for a presentation featuring some members of our animal collection. Recommended for all ages.
Museum Nights
Fernbank After Dark: Nature's Nightmares
Friday, October 9, 2026 7:00 PM — 11:00 PM
Explore where the natural world gets strange, unsettling and seriously creepy.
Discovery Days
Elephant Extravaganza
Saturday, October 10, 2026 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM
Join us for an unforgettable day celebrating the opening of The Secret World of Elephants!
Daily Programs
Dino Talk
Saturday, October 10, 2026 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Explore the ancient world as we uncover the fascinating dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures who are featured in our Great Hall. Recommended for all ages.
Daily Programs
Meet a Ranger
Sunday, October 11, 2026 11:30 AM — 12:00 PM
Join a Fernbank Forest Ranger to learn more about the outdoors world. Subject to cancellation in the event of inclement weather.
Daily Programs
Live Animal Encounter
Sunday, October 11, 2026 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Join a Fernbank educator for a presentation featuring some members of our animal collection. Recommended for all ages.
Daily Programs
Story Time
Wednesday, October 14, 2026 11:30 AM — 11:50 AM
This fall, celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by following along to Mother of Sharks, a dreamlike autobiographical story about the marine biologist Melissa Cristina Márquez.
Daily Programs
Dino Talk
Thursday, October 15, 2026 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Explore the ancient world as we uncover the fascinating dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures who are featured in our Great Hall. Recommended for all ages.
Daily Programs
Live Animal Encounter
Friday, October 16, 2026 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Join a Fernbank educator for a presentation featuring some members of our animal collection. Recommended for all ages.
For Educators
Educator Preview Day
Saturday, October 17, 2026 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM
Calling all educators! Enjoy a free visit to Fernbank to explore 3 floors of exhibits.
Daily Programs
Live Animal Encounter
Saturday, October 17, 2026 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Join a Fernbank educator for a presentation featuring some members of our animal collection. Recommended for all ages.
Daily Programs
Family Nature Walk
Sunday, October 18, 2026 11:30 AM — 12:00 PM
Join a Fernbank Forest Ranger to take a walk on the wild side and explore outdoor nature adventures in Fernbank Forest.
Daily Programs
Dino Talk
Sunday, October 18, 2026 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Explore the ancient world as we uncover the fascinating dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures who are featured in our Great Hall. Recommended for all ages.
Daily Programs
Story Time
Wednesday, October 21, 2026 11:30 AM — 11:50 AM
Join us for story time as we read Goodbye Summer, Hello Autumn by Kenard Park, and explore seasonal changes in nature.
Daily Programs
Dino Talk
Thursday, October 22, 2026 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Explore the ancient world as we uncover the fascinating dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures who are featured in our Great Hall. Recommended for all ages.
Daily Programs
Live Animal Encounter
Friday, October 23, 2026 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Join a Fernbank educator for a presentation featuring some members of our animal collection. Recommended for all ages.
Museum Nights
Teen Night: Hallow-Teen
Friday, October 23, 2026 6:00 PM — 9:00 PM
Join us for a spook-tacular night at the museum specially curated for teens (ages 13-17)!
Guided Programs
Birds Georgia Forest Walk
Saturday, October 24, 2026 8:00 AM — 9:30 AM
Join a Birds Georgia volunteer and discover more about the feathered inhabitants of Fernbank Forest.
Discovery Days
Dinosaur Trick-or-Treat
Saturday, October 24, 2026 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM
No tricks, just treats at our annual Halloween haunt. Costumes are highly encouraged!
Daily Programs
Dino Talk
Saturday, October 24, 2026 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Explore the ancient world as we uncover the fascinating dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures who are featured in our Great Hall. Recommended for all ages.
Daily Programs
Meet a Ranger
Sunday, October 25, 2026 11:30 AM — 12:00 PM
Join a Fernbank Forest Ranger to learn more about the outdoors world. Subject to cancellation in the event of inclement weather.
Daily Programs
Live Animal Encounter
Sunday, October 25, 2026 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Join a Fernbank educator for a presentation featuring some members of our animal collection. Recommended for all ages.
Daily Programs
Story Time
Wednesday, October 28, 2026 11:30 AM — 11:50 AM
Join us for story time as we read Goodbye Summer, Hello Autumn by Kenard Park, and explore seasonal changes in nature.
Daily Programs
Dino Talk
Thursday, October 29, 2026 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Explore the ancient world as we uncover the fascinating dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures who are featured in our Great Hall. Recommended for all ages.
Daily Programs
Live Animal Encounter
Friday, October 30, 2026 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Join a Fernbank educator for a presentation featuring some members of our animal collection. Recommended for all ages.
Museum Nights
Fright Night
Friday, October 30, 2026 7:00 PM — 11:00 PM
Dance beneath towering prehistoric predators to a spook-tacular live DJ set, dress your best and win the costume contest, and indulge in cocktails and brews.
Daily Programs
Meet a Ranger
Saturday, October 31, 2026 11:30 AM — 12:00 PM
Join a Fernbank Forest Ranger to learn more about the outdoors world. Subject to cancellation in the event of inclement weather.
Daily Programs
Live Animal Encounter
Saturday, October 31, 2026 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Join a Fernbank educator for a presentation featuring some members of our animal collection. Recommended for all ages.
Special Programs
Sensory Morning
Saturday, November 7, 2026 9:00 AM — 11:00 AM
Join us for a series of sensory events, designed for guests with sensory sensitivities or special needs who might benefit from a less-crowded environment.
Guided Programs
Morning Hike
Sunday, November 8, 2026 9:00 AM — 11:00 AM
Enjoy a guided hike through Fernbank Forest. The Morning Hike will celebrate the ecosystem of the old-growth forest.
Museum Nights
Fernbank After Dark: Amazing Animals
Friday, November 13, 2026 7:00 PM — 11:00 PM
Explore the weird, wonderful and downright unbelievable side of the animal kingdom.
Discovery Days
Adventures in Science
Saturday, November 14, 2026 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM
Join us as we investigate what it’s like to be a scientist! Engage in fun experiments and activities throughout the museum.
Guided Programs
Morning Hike
Sunday, November 29, 2026 9:00 AM — 11:00 AM
Enjoy a guided hike through Fernbank Forest. The Morning Hike will celebrate the ecosystem of the old-growth forest.
Guided Programs
Morning Hike
Sunday, December 13, 2026 9:00 AM — 11:00 AM
Enjoy a guided hike through Fernbank Forest. The Morning Hike will celebrate the ecosystem of the old-growth forest.
Fernbank is a nonprofit natural history museum, giant screen theater and old-growth forest, and is not affiliated with Fernbank Science Center, which operates as a division of DeKalb County Schools.
