Seasonal Events
Seasonal Events for Family Fun
We celebrate the seasons with year-round activities: Easter Eggstravaganza, Butterfly Festival, Summer Weekly Programs, Harvest HayDay and WinterLights.
Community Blood Drive
May 17 | Monday 11am-4pm
Give the gift of life and come out for our community blood drive.
Spring Plant Sale
May 29, 2021 | 9am-5pm
Enjoy up to 40% off plants during this day-long sale.
Art in the Gardens
June 18 & 19 | 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.
Summer Programs
Weekly Summer Activities | Various Days/Times
Nature-inspired discoveries to help young learners grow June 21-August 19.
End of Summer Plant Sale
September 4, 2021 | 9am-5pm
Save some “green” on your greens at this sale!
Peace, Love & Dogs
September 18, 2021 | Saturday 10-2pm
Let the dogs out for our annual tail-wagging’ happy affair. Features local fur-loving exhibitors and activities for your entire family.
Fall Plant Sale
Sept 25, 2021 | 9am-5pm
We want to end the long days of summer with another sale to get good homes for our plants.
Easter Eggstravaganza
April 16, 2022 | 9am – 4pm
Colorful eggs and spring beauty always delight event-goers at The Elizabethan Gardens annual Easter Eggstravaganza held each year the day before Easter from 9am to 2pm with thanks to volunteers and supporters from the community.
Butterfly Releases
Wednesdays in April | Various Times
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.
Butterfly Festival
April 1-30, 2022 | Various Days/Times
Celebrate the magic of butterflies at the annual Butterfly Festival held at the John White Butterfly Center.
Dinner with Santa
December 18 | seating at 5:30pm & 6:45pm
Enjoy a family dinner with Santa and WinterLights too!
WinterLights
November-December | Tues to Sun 6-9pm
The #1 Outer Banks Holiday Attraction!
