Kids ages 8–12 will spend an evening at the Garden learning through exploration, play, and group activities.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20 * 6-9PM
Step back in time and discover what life was like on a North Carolina farm in the 1800s! Bring the whole family to Cape Fear Botanical Garden for hands-on activities, traditional crafts, demonstrations, and old-fashioned fun in our Hazel McCauley Heritage Garden Complex.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21 * 10A-1P
Thursday, December 3. An Exclusive Preview of Holiday Lights in the Garden. Includes all the fun of this annual walk-through light-up experience (like Santa, The Grinch, & more) plus special surprises for our CFBG Members. FREE for Members.
Celebrate fall together with a little science, a little exploring, and a handmade project to take home. In this family workshop, participants will learn what causes leaves to change color, […]
Every Nature Tales session features an engaging, themed storytime led by Cumberland County librarians and a child-friendly craft project selected and prepared by CFBG environmental educators. Storytimes are enhanced with […]
A chinese martial art and system of calisthenics with very slow controlled movements taught by Rich Martin. Tai Chi is held every Tuesday from 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. indoors […]
Every Nature Tales session features an engaging, themed storytime led by Cumberland County librarians and a child-friendly craft project selected and prepared by CFBG environmental educators. Storytimes are enhanced with […]
Practice this calm eastern exercise taught by instructor, Ashley Clayton. All levels welcome! Yoga is held every Thursday from 6pm-7pm indoors or outside depending on the weather. Yoga classes are […]
Discover the creatures that make the night glow! Kids ages 8–12 will spend an evening at the Garden learning about bioluminescence and the fascinating organisms that create their own light, […]
Every Nature Tales session features an engaging, themed storytime led by Cumberland County librarians and a child-friendly craft project selected and prepared by CFBG environmental educators. Storytimes are enhanced with […]
Saturday, November 21, 2026 | 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Step back in time and discover what life was like on a North Carolina farm in the 1800s! Bring the whole family […]
Every Nature Tales session features an engaging, themed storytime led by Cumberland County librarians and a child-friendly craft project selected and prepared by CFBG environmental educators. Storytimes are enhanced with […]
Join us for an engaging, hands-on geography adventure for homeschoolers ages 6 and up! Students will explore the world through the lens of nature and science as we discover how […]
A chinese martial art and system of calisthenics with very slow controlled movements taught by Rich Martin. Tai Chi is held every Tuesday from 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. indoors […]
Practice this calm eastern exercise taught by instructor, Ashley Clayton. All levels welcome! Yoga is held every Thursday from 6pm-7pm indoors or outside depending on the weather. Yoga classes are […]
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From hands-on workshops to seasonal festivals and family fun, our calendar is full of ways to explore, learn, and connect.
Whether you’re planning an intimate affair or a grand event, our versatile spaces offer a unique and unforgettable experience.
Explore hands-on, standards-aligned experiences for PreK–12 students—on-site or at your school. Also great for homeschool groups, clubs & other organizations.
Make the most of every visit with an annual membership—enjoy unlimited admission, exclusive perks, and reciprocal access to 300+ gardens.
For more than 35 years, Cape Fear Botanical Garden has connected people with plants, place, and purpose. Discover our roots and growth on the History page.
