Calendar of Events

Fernbank offers a variety of events and activities for all ages with indoor and outdoor experiences perfect for rain, sun, warm and cold weather. Explore things to do with kids and families, for date night, for friends’ night out, for sightseeing and for all types of fun.

Critter Corner

Tuesday, September 26, 2023 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM

Meet a member of Fernbank’s animal collection. Drop in any time during this window.   Recommended for all ages 

Discover Zoology

Wednesday, September 27, 2023 11:30 AM — 12:00 PM

Explore the diversity of the animal kingdom by getting up close and personal with some of Fernbank’s animal biofacts. Drop in any time during this window. Recommended for ages 6+

Geology Rocks

Wednesday, September 27, 2023 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM

Discover how rocks and minerals form and change over time with a little help from water, volcanoes, and the movement of Earth itself. Drop in any time during this window. Recommended for ages 6+

Dino Talk

Thursday, September 28, 2023 11:30 AM — 11:45 AM

Learn about the Earth of millions of years ago and discover some of the dinosaurs that used to walk the land. Recommended for ages 6+

Critter Corner

Thursday, September 28, 2023 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM

Meet a member of Fernbank’s animal collection. Drop in any time during this window.   Recommended for all ages 

Geology Rocks

Friday, September 29, 2023 11:30 AM — 12:00 PM

Discover how rocks and minerals form and change over time with a little help from water, volcanoes, and the movement of Earth itself. Drop in any time during this window. Recommended for ages 6+

Discover Zoology

Friday, September 29, 2023 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM

Explore the diversity of the animal kingdom by getting up close and personal with some of Fernbank’s animal biofacts. Drop in any time during this window. Recommended for ages 6+

Meet a Ranger

Saturday, September 30, 2023 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. Recommended for ages 6+

Live Animal Encounter

Saturday, September 30, 2023 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 Lecture: Conquistador’s Wake: An Archaeological Look at Native American – Spanish Interactions in South Georgia

Sunday, October 1, 2023 4:30 PM — 5:30 PM

Join Dr. Dennis Blanton as he discusses elusive archaeological evidence of the first European intrusions into Georgia’s Native American realms.

Viking Voyagers

Saturday, October 7, 2023 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM

Travel back in time and immerse yourself into the Viking Age as we celebrate our new exhibit, Vikings: Warriors of the Sea.

Fernbank Forest Morning Walks

Sunday, October 8, 2023 9:00 AM — 11:00 AM

Enjoy a guided walk through Fernbank Forest. The Morning Walk will celebrate the ecosystem of the old growth forest.

Audubon Forest Walk

Saturday, October 14, 2023 9:00 AM — 10:30 AM

Join an Atlanta Audubon Society volunteer and discover more about the feathered inhabitants of Fernbank Forest, both permanent residents and visitors.

Ghostly Gatherings

Saturday, October 14, 2023 7:00 PM — 10:00 PM

Join us for a bewitchingly fun, after-hours special event for all ages

"Woodland Spirits and Other Musical Creatures" — A Family Concert

Sunday, October 15, 2023 1:00 PM — 1:45 PM

"Woodland Spirits and other Musical Creatures," as performed by pianist Julie Coucheron, harpist Elisabeth Remy-Johnson, flutist James Zellers and the Vega Quartet, is a family concert that includes the music of Eduard MacDowell and Valerie Von Pechy Whitcup.

A Timeless Affair 2023: Nordic Night

Saturday, October 21, 2023 7:00 PM — 11:00 PM

As the sun sets, guests will experience a sensational event, featuring bold and creative cuisine, sumptuous desserts, live entertainment, private viewings of our newest exhibit, Vikings: Warriors of the Sea, festive auctions, and a lively Fund-A-Need paddle raise to support Fernbank’s Museum Access scholarship initiative.

Fright Night

Friday, October 27, 2023 7:00 PM — 11:00 PM

Don't miss Fernbank's adult-only costume party featuring themed spirits, ghoulishly good music, special nighttime access to Vikings: Warriors of the Sea and Woodland Spirits and so much more.

Monster Mash

Saturday, October 28, 2023 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM

No tricks, just treats at Monster Mash! Enjoy themed tables full of goodies, crafts and activities during this graveyard smash.

Fernbank Forest Night Walk

Sunday, October 29, 2023 6:00 PM — 8:00 PM

Enjoy a guided walk through Fernbank Forest as the sun sets and into the early evening.

Fernbank Forest Morning Walks

Saturday, November 4, 2023 9:00 AM — 11:00 AM

Enjoy a guided walk through Fernbank Forest. The Morning Walk will celebrate the ecosystem of the old growth forest.

Fernbank Forest Night Walk

Thursday, November 16, 2023 6:00 PM — 8:00 PM

Enjoy a guided walk through Fernbank Forest as the sun sets and into the early evening.

Adventures in Science Day

Saturday, November 18, 2023 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM

Ignite your curiosity for all things STEM at Adventures in Science Day! Join us for a mole-cool day of science demonstrations, brain games, edible workshops and more.