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Daily Programs

Dino Talk

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 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.

Daily Programs

Discover Zoology

Friday, May 9, 2025 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM

Explore the diversity of the animal kingdom and get the chance to meet some of Fernbank’s live animal ambassadors.

After Hours Events

Fernbank After Dark: Night at the Museum

Friday, May 9, 2025 7:00 PM — 11:00 PM

Join us for a night at the museum where science comes alive! Unleash your inner scientist and have a blast with hands-on experiments and electrifying fun!

Daily Programs

Excellent Experiments

Saturday, May 10, 2025 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM

Dive into the fascinating world of static electricity through fun experiments in a live presentation.

Daily Programs

Story Time

Sunday, May 11, 2025 11:00 AM — 11:20 AM

Join us for story time as we read If You Ever Need a Friend: An Alebrije Story by Nadine Fonseca.

Daily Programs

Meet a Ranger

Sunday, May 11, 2025 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

Story Time

Monday, May 12, 2025 11:00 AM — 11:20 AM

Celebrate AANHPI Month by joining us for story time as we read Playing at the Border: A Story of Yo-Yo Ma by Joanna Ho

Daily Programs

Dino Talk

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 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.

Daily Programs

Discover Zoology

Friday, May 16, 2025 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM

Explore the diversity of the animal kingdom and get the chance to meet some of Fernbank’s live animal ambassadors.

Guided Programs

Morning Hike

Saturday, May 17, 2025 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.

For Educators

Spring Educator Appreciation Day

Saturday, May 17, 2025 10:00 AM — 5:00 PM

Calling all teachers! Fernbank wants to show our appreciation with a free visit to Fernbank for you and a guest.

Daily Programs

Live Animal Encounter

Saturday, May 17, 2025 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM

Join a Fernbank educator for a presentation featuring some members of our animal collection.

Daily Programs

Story Time

Sunday, May 18, 2025 11:00 AM — 11:20 AM

Join us for story time as we read If You Ever Need a Friend: An Alebrije Story by Nadine Fonseca.

Daily Programs

Family Nature Walk

Sunday, May 18, 2025 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.

Special Programs

Archaeological Evidence of de Soto in the Southeast

Sunday, May 18, 2025 4:00 PM — 5:30 PM

Three Stops on the Road to Ruin: Emerging Archaeological Evidence of Hernando de Soto’s Entrada through the Southeast (1539-1543)

Daily Programs

Live Animal Encounter

Monday, May 19, 2025 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM

Join a Fernbank educator for a presentation featuring some members of our animal collection.

Daily Programs

Dino Talk

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 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.

Guided Programs

Evening Hike

Thursday, May 22, 2025 7:00 PM — 9:00 PM

Enjoy a guided hike through Fernbank Forest as dusk descends and evening falls.

Daily Programs

Discover Zoology

Friday, May 23, 2025 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM

Explore the diversity of the animal kingdom and get the chance to meet some of Fernbank’s live animal ambassadors.

Guided Programs

Birds Georgia Forest Walk

Saturday, May 24, 2025 9:00 AM — 10:30 AM

Join a Birds Georgia volunteer and discover more about the feathered inhabitants of Fernbank Forest.

Daily Programs

Excellent Experiments

Saturday, May 24, 2025 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM

Dive into the fascinating world of static electricity through fun experiments in a live presentation.

Daily Programs

Story Time

Sunday, May 25, 2025 11:00 AM — 11:20 AM

Join us for story time as we read If You Ever Need a Friend: An Alebrije Story by Nadine Fonseca.

Daily Programs

Meet a Ranger

Sunday, May 25, 2025 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.

Guided Programs

Morning Hike

Monday, May 26, 2025 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.

Daily Programs

Story Time

Monday, May 26, 2025 11:00 AM — 11:20 AM

Celebrate AANHPI Month by joining us for story time as we read Playing at the Border: A Story of Yo-Yo Ma by Joanna Ho

Daily Programs

Dino Talk

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 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.

Daily Programs

Discover Zoology

Friday, May 30, 2025 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM

Explore the diversity of the animal kingdom and get the chance to meet some of Fernbank’s live animal ambassadors.

Daily Programs

Meet a Ranger

Saturday, May 31, 2025 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, May 31, 2025 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM

Join a Fernbank educator for a presentation featuring some members of our animal collection.

Guided Programs

Evening Hike

Thursday, June 5, 2025 7:00 PM — 9:00 PM

Enjoy a guided hike through Fernbank Forest as dusk descends and evening falls.

Discovery Days

A Turtles Shell-ebration

Saturday, June 7, 2025 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM

Kick off the grand opening of our Turtles exhibit with a turtle-ly awesome day full of fun activities and crafts!

Guided Programs

Morning Hike

Sunday, June 8, 2025 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.

After Hours Events

Fernbank After Dark: H2-oh!

Friday, June 13, 2025 7:00 PM — 11:00 PM

Featuring live music, craft cocktails, access to WildWoods and Ultimate Dinosaurs, fun experiments and more!

Special Programs

Sensory Morning

Saturday, June 21, 2025 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

Saturday, June 21, 2025 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.

After Hours Events

Fernbank After Dark: Survivor

Friday, July 11, 2025 7:00 PM — 11:00 PM

Don't get voted off the island! Come show off your survival skills at Fernbank After Dark: Survivor with themed activities.

Guided Programs

Morning Hike

Saturday, July 19, 2025 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, July 27, 2025 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

Birds Georgia Forest Walk

Saturday, August 2, 2025 9:00 AM — 10:30 AM

Join a Birds Georgia volunteer and discover more about the feathered inhabitants of Fernbank Forest.

Guided Programs

Morning Hike

Saturday, August 16, 2025 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.

Special Programs

Sensory Morning

Saturday, August 16, 2025 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, August 31, 2025 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

Saturday, September 6, 2025 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, September 21, 2025 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

Saturday, October 4, 2025 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

Saturday, October 4, 2025 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.

Special Programs

Sensory Morning

Sunday, October 19, 2025 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.

Discovery Days

Dinosaur Trick-or-Treat

Saturday, October 25, 2025 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM

No tricks, just treats at our annual Halloween haunt. Costumes are highly encouraged!

Guided Programs

Morning Hike

Saturday, November 1, 2025 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.

Discovery Days

Adventures in Science

Saturday, November 8, 2025 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM

Join us as we investigate what it’s like to be a scientist! Engage with Fernbank educators and local Atlanta scientists as you enjoy fun experiments and activities all around the museum.

Guided Programs

Morning Hike

Sunday, November 16, 2025 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.

Guided Programs

Morning Hike

Sunday, December 7, 2025 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.