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Museum Nights
Adult Prom: Back to the Future
Friday, April 17, 2026 7:30 PM — 11:00 PM
Join us for a night of nostalgia, with better music, better vibes and absolutely no chaperones.
Daily Programs
Meet a Ranger
Saturday, April 18, 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, April 18, 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, April 19, 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
Live Animal Encounter
Sunday, April 19, 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
Saturday, April 25, 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
Live Animal Encounter
Saturday, April 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.
Guided Programs
Morning Hikes
Sunday, April 26, 2026 9:00 AM — 11:00 AM
Enjoy a guided hike through Fernbank Forest.
Daily Programs
Live Animal Encounter
Sunday, April 26, 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.
Discovery Days
Bug Fest
Saturday, May 2, 2026 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM
Crawl, fly and flutter through science, discovery and fun!
Museum Nights
Fernbank After Dark: Buzzed
Friday, May 8, 2026 7:00 PM — 11:00 PM
Explore the museum, sip on buzz-worthy beverages, and discover the surprisingly intoxicating world of insects.
Guided Programs
Culturally Relevant Science
Saturday, May 9, 2026 10:00 AM — 12:00 PM
Join Culturally Relevant Science for a thrilling adventure into the world of science.
Guided Programs
Birds Georgia Forest Walk
Sunday, May 24, 2026 9:00 AM — 10:30 AM
Join a Birds Georgia volunteer and discover more about the feathered inhabitants of Fernbank Forest.
Guided Programs
Morning Hikes
Monday, May 25, 2026 9:00 AM — 11:00 AM
Enjoy a guided hike through Fernbank Forest.
Guided Programs
Culturally Relevant Science
Saturday, June 6, 2026 10:00 AM — 12:00 PM
Join Culturally Relevant Science for a thrilling adventure into the world of science.
Museum Nights
Fernbank After Dark: Game Changers
Friday, June 12, 2026 7:00 PM — 11:00 PM
Ready, set… science! Break down the science behind sports, strategy and sweat. Explore the museum after hours, grab a cold drink, and get in the game—because science is always a slam dunk.
Discovery Days
Explorasaurus Rex
Saturday, June 13, 2026 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM
Sink your teeth into fearsome family fun at Fernbank as we celebrate the arrival of T. rex: The Ultimate Predator!
Special Programs
Sensory Morning
Saturday, June 27, 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.
Museum Nights
Teen Takeover
Saturday, July 25, 2026 6:00 PM — 9:00 PM
Join us for an out-of-this-world evening at the museum specially curated for teens (ages 13-17)!
Guided Programs
Birds Georgia Forest Walk
Sunday, August 9, 2026 9:00 AM — 10:30 AM
Join a Birds Georgia volunteer and discover more about the feathered inhabitants of Fernbank Forest.
Special Programs
Sensory Morning
Sunday, August 16, 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.
Discovery Days
Forestry Day
Saturday, September 19, 2026 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM
Explore the relationship between humans and forests through demonstrations and hands-on activities.
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!
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.
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 with Fernbank educators and local Atlanta scientists as you enjoy fun experiments and activities all around the museum.
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.
