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…
This month, blast off for a moon adventure! We’ll learn about craters, moon phases, and the dark side of the moon with hands-on science activities, star gazing, and an outdoor […]
Take to the skies in this high-flying adventure as we discover animals that soar, glide and hover with Cape Fear Botanical Garden Environmental Educators. Build a glider plane and flapping […]
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 […]
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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.
