Thursday, December 4. 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.
December 5-22, 2025 (select nights) Fayetteville’s most magical holiday tradition returns! Step into an immersive, walk-through wonderland filled with thousands of twinkling lights and dazzling displays that will transport you into the heart of the…
December 5-22, 2025 (select nights) Fayetteville’s most magical holiday tradition returns! Step into an immersive, walk-through wonderland filled with thousands of twinkling lights and dazzling displays that will transport you into the heart of the…
Explore the unique epiphytic adaptations of air plants with an expert environmental educator. Then create your own eye-catching air plant jellyfish using sea urchins, shells, driftwood, and live air plants. […]
Join us for a vibrant journey through folk art traditions, as we celebrate the tiny heroes of our ecosystem - pollinators! In this 3 part homeschool art series, students will […]
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 […]
Discover the hidden world beneath our feet! This lunchtime seminar explores the fascinating relationships between mushrooms, microbes, and healthy ecosystems. Learn how fungi and microorganisms work together to recycle nutrients, […]
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 […]
In connection with the Garden’s yearly theme of Harmony in Nature comes an adult workshop series, Harmony Haven, which is all about providing space for those harmonious, relaxing moments of […]
Light up your space with a handmade lantern! In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn techniques for constructing decorative lanterns using simple materials and tools. Create a unique piece to […]
Turn trash into treasures with this creative, STEM adventure! Families will use recycled materials to build their very own robot creations while learning about recycling, reusing, and reducing waste. From […]
This Event has Reached Capacity. Registration has closed. Crack open the science of eggs! From bird nests to hatching secrets, this class dives into the world of oviparous animals. Children […]
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 […]
Preserve the future of your garden! In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn how to collect, clean, and store seeds from a variety of plants. Discover techniques to maintain seed […]
Let’s go on a mushroom hunt! Preschoolers will search for colorful fungi in the forest, learn about their shapes and sizes, and find out why mushrooms are important helpers in […]
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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 scout groups & other organizations.
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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.
