Calendar of Events

Animal Encounter

Monday, October 26, 2020 10:30 AM — 11:15 AM

Meet a member of Fernbank’s animal collection. Drop in any time during this window. Recommended for ages 4+

Animal Encounter

Monday, October 26, 2020 1:30 PM — 2:15 PM

Meet a member of Fernbank’s animal collection. Drop in any time during this window. Recommended for ages 4+

Story Time

Tuesday, October 27, 2020 11:00 AM — 11:20 AM

Preschoolers will enjoy a story and special demonstration with a Fernbank educator. Recommended for ages 1 – 6

Excellent Experiments

Tuesday, October 27, 2020 1:00 PM — 1:30 PM

Explore the amazing world of chemistry through fun experiments in a live presentation. Recommended for ages 5 – 15

Story Time

Wednesday, October 28, 2020 11:00 AM — 11:20 AM

Preschoolers will enjoy a story and special demonstration with a Fernbank educator. Recommended for ages 1 – 6

Dino Talk

Wednesday, October 28, 2020 1:00 PM — 1:20 PM

Learn about the Earth of millions of years ago and how dinosaurs ruled both in Georgia and around the world. Recommended for all ages.

Excellent Experiments

Thursday, October 29, 2020 11:30 AM — 12:00 PM

Explore the amazing world of chemistry through fun experiments in a live presentation. Recommended for ages 5 – 15

Animal Encounter

Thursday, October 29, 2020 1:00 PM — 1:45 PM

Meet a member of Fernbank’s animal collection. Drop in any time during this window. Recommended for ages 4+

Halloweenie Fun

Friday, October 30, 2020 10:00 AM — 3:00 PM

Meet American Ashley and Tommy Salami, who will bring the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile to Fernbank for some Halloweenie fun!

Ranger Explorations

Friday, October 30, 2020 11:00 AM — 11:30 AM

Join a Fernbank Forest Ranger to learn more about the great outdoors. Recommended for ages 6+

Animal Encounter

Friday, October 30, 2020 1:00 PM — 1:45 PM

Meet a member of Fernbank’s animal collection. Drop in any time during this window. Recommended for ages 4+

Fright Night

Friday, October 30, 2020 7:00 PM — 11:00 PM

Have a screaming-good time at this annual adults-only Halloween event.

Creepy Crawlies

Saturday, October 31, 2020 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM

Bring your little ghosts and goblins for fun Halloween-themed activities and treats for kids in costume.

Fernbank Forest Night Walk

Saturday, October 31, 2020 6:30 PM — 8:30 PM

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

Fernbank Forest Night Walk

Friday, November 6, 2020 6:30 PM — 8:30 PM

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

Adventures in Science

Saturday, November 7, 2020 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM

Enjoy interactive experiments and engage with Fernbank educators and local Atlanta scientists.

Fernbank Forest Night Walk

Saturday, November 7, 2020 6:30 PM — 8:30 PM

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

Toddler Tuesday

Tuesday, November 10, 2020 10:00 AM — 5:00 PM

A special program offering fun and affordable activities to do with younger children.

Fernbank Forest Walk

Saturday, November 14, 2020 9:30 AM — 11:30 AM

Enjoy a guided walk through Fernbank Forest. Recommended for all ages

Toddler Tuesday

Tuesday, December 8, 2020 10:00 AM — 5:00 PM

A special program offering fun and affordable activities to do with younger children.

Fernbank Forest Walk

Sunday, December 13, 2020 9:30 AM — 11:30 AM

Enjoy a guided walk through Fernbank Forest. Recommended for all ages

Please be advised that during our phased reopening, some Fernbank facilities may not be available out of an abundance of caution.