Seasonal Events
Seasonal Events for Family Fun
We celebrate the seasons with year-round activities: Easter Eggstravaganza, Summer Weekly Programs, Night of 1587 Pumpkins and WinterLights.
Pollinator Week
June 20-26, 2022 | Various Days/Times
Join us for a class, workshop, butterfly release and plant sale in celebration of National Pollinator Week!
Enchanted Gardens
Year-Round |Included with Admission
Using a map as guide, discover the faeries that reside in The Elizabethan Gardens. A mobile device enhances the experience.
Summer Programs
Weekly Summer Activities | 9:30-10:15am
Nature-inspired discoveries to help young learners grow July-August.
Butterfly House Release
Tuesdays and Fridays | April through September
An exclusive opportunity – requires 7-day advance reservations. Join us for an up-close chance to experience these beautiful creatures as they take their first flight.
Art in the Gardens
June 17 & 18 | Friday 5-7pm, Saturday 9am-1pm
Art is in the air at our annual show. Come visit The Gardens and see the creativity and beauty.
Little Diggers
Weekly | March through May | 9:30am-10:15am
Nature-inspired fun to help pre-school kids grow.
Virginia Dare Birthday Plant Sale
August 18, 2022 |Celebratory Sales
Annual activities to celebrate the birth of Virginia Dare.
Virginia Dare Birthday Gift Shop Sale
August 18, 2022 |Celebratory Sales
Annual activities to celebrate the birth of Virginia Dare.
Virginia Dare Birthday
August 18, 2022 |Celebratory Admission Prices
Annual birthday celebration of first American born child of English-parentage.
Night of 1587 Pumpkins
October 29, 2022 | Saturday 5pm-8pm
Fall is in the air at this new fall event. Bring a pumpkin and the family to enjoy the fun.
WinterLights
November-December | Tues to Sun 6pm-9pm
The #1 Outer Banks Holiday Attraction!