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Daily Programs
Story Time
Wednesday, September 9, 2026 11:30 AM — 11:50 AM
This fall, celebrate Latinx Heritage Month by following along to Mother of Sharks, a dreamlike autobiographical story about the marine biologist Melissa Cristina Márquez..
Daily Programs
Dino Talk
Thursday, September 10, 2026 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Explore the ancient world as we uncover the fascinating dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures who are featured in our Great Hall.
Daily Programs
Live Animal Encounter
Friday, September 11, 2026 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Join a Fernbank educator for a presentation featuring some members of our animal collection. Recommended for all ages.
Museum Nights
Fernbank After Dark: Forensics
Friday, September 11, 2026 7:00 PM — 11:00 PM
Follow the clues, spill some secrets, and pour yourself a drink the second you crack the case.
Daily Programs
Dino Talk
Saturday, September 12, 2026 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Explore the ancient world as we uncover the fascinating dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures who are featured in our Great Hall.
Guided Programs
Morning Hike
Sunday, September 13, 2026 9:00 AM — 11:00 AM
Enjoy a guided hike through Fernbank Forest. The Morning Hike will celebrate the ecosystem of the old-growth forest.
Daily Programs
Live Animal Encounter
Sunday, September 13, 2026 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Join a Fernbank educator for a presentation featuring some members of our animal collection. Recommended for all ages.
Daily Programs
Story Time
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 11:30 AM — 11:50 AM
This fall, celebrate Latinx Heritage Month by following along to Mother of Sharks, a dreamlike autobiographical story about the marine biologist Melissa Cristina Márquez..
Daily Programs
Dino Talk
Thursday, September 17, 2026 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Explore the ancient world as we uncover the fascinating dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures who are featured in our Great Hall.
Daily Programs
Live Animal Encounter
Friday, September 18, 2026 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Join a Fernbank educator for a presentation featuring some members of our animal collection. Recommended for all ages.
Discovery Days
Forestry Day
Saturday, September 19, 2026 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM
Explore the relationship between humans and forests through demonstrations and hands-on activities.
Daily Programs
Family Nature Walk
Sunday, September 20, 2026 11:30 AM — 12:00 PM
Join a Fernbank Forest Ranger to take a walk on the wild side and explore outdoor nature adventures in Fernbank Forest.
Daily Programs
Dino Talk
Sunday, September 20, 2026 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Explore the ancient world as we uncover the fascinating dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures who are featured in our Great Hall.
Daily Programs
Story Time
Wednesday, September 23, 2026 11:30 AM — 11:50 AM
This fall, celebrate Latinx Heritage Month by following along to Mother of Sharks, a dreamlike autobiographical story about the marine biologist Melissa Cristina Márquez..
Daily Programs
Dino Talk
Thursday, September 24, 2026 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Explore the ancient world as we uncover the fascinating dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures who are featured in our Great Hall.
Daily Programs
Live Animal Encounter
Friday, September 25, 2026 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Join a Fernbank educator for a presentation featuring some members of our animal collection. Recommended for all ages.
Daily Programs
Family Nature Walk
Saturday, September 26, 2026 11:30 AM — 12:00 PM
Join a Fernbank Forest Ranger to take a walk on the wild side and explore outdoor nature adventures in Fernbank Forest.
Daily Programs
Dino Talk
Saturday, September 26, 2026 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Explore the ancient world as we uncover the fascinating dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures who are featured in our Great Hall.
Daily Programs
Meet a Ranger
Sunday, September 27, 2026 11:30 AM — 12:00 PM
Join a Fernbank Forest Ranger to learn more about the outdoors world. Subject to cancellation in the event of inclement weather.
Special Programs
Emory Chamber Music Society of Atlanta Lawless Family Concert
Sunday, September 27, 2026 1:00 PM — 12:00 AM
"Invitation to the Dance” with the Vega Quartet and pianist William Ransom
Daily Programs
Live Animal Encounter
Sunday, September 27, 2026 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Join a Fernbank educator for a presentation featuring some members of our animal collection. Recommended for all ages.
Daily Programs
Story Time
Wednesday, September 30, 2026 11:30 AM — 11:50 AM
This fall, celebrate Latinx Heritage Month by following along to Mother of Sharks, a dreamlike autobiographical story about the marine biologist Melissa Cristina Márquez..
Guided Programs
Morning Hike
Saturday, October 3, 2026 9:00 AM — 11:00 AM
Enjoy a guided hike through Fernbank Forest. The Morning Hike will celebrate the ecosystem of the old-growth forest.
Guided Programs
Teen Forest Lab: Owl Pellet Shadowboxes
Sunday, October 4, 2026 10:00 AM — 12:00 PM
Join a Fernbank Educator for a hands-on workshop where science meets art!
Museum Nights
Fernbank After Dark: Nature's Nightmares
Friday, October 9, 2026 7:00 PM — 11:00 PM
Explore where the natural world gets strange, unsettling and seriously creepy.
Discovery Days
Elephant Extravaganza
Saturday, October 10, 2026 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM
Join us for an unforgettable day celebrating the opening of The Secret World of Elephants!
Museum Nights
Teen Night: Hallow-Teen
Friday, October 23, 2026 6:00 PM — 9:00 PM
Join us for a spook-tacular night at the museum specially curated for teens (ages 13-17)!
Guided Programs
Birds Georgia Forest Walk
Saturday, October 24, 2026 8:00 AM — 9:30 AM
Join a Birds Georgia volunteer and discover more about the feathered inhabitants of Fernbank Forest.
Discovery Days
Dinosaur Trick-or-Treat
Saturday, October 24, 2026 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM
No tricks, just treats at our annual Halloween haunt. Costumes are highly encouraged!
Special Programs
Sensory Morning
Saturday, November 7, 2026 9:00 AM — 11:00 AM
Join us for a series of sensory events, designed for guests with sensory sensitivities or special needs who might benefit from a less-crowded environment.
Guided Programs
Morning Hike
Sunday, November 8, 2026 9:00 AM — 11:00 AM
Enjoy a guided hike through Fernbank Forest. The Morning Hike will celebrate the ecosystem of the old-growth forest.
Museum Nights
Fernbank After Dark: Amazing Animals
Friday, November 13, 2026 7:00 PM — 11:00 PM
Explore the weird, wonderful and downright unbelievable side of the animal kingdom.
Discovery Days
Adventures in Science
Saturday, November 14, 2026 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM
Join us as we investigate what it’s like to be a scientist! Engage in fun experiments and activities throughout the museum.
Guided Programs
Morning Hike
Sunday, November 29, 2026 9:00 AM — 11:00 AM
Enjoy a guided hike through Fernbank Forest. The Morning Hike will celebrate the ecosystem of the old-growth forest.
Guided Programs
Morning Hike
Sunday, December 13, 2026 9:00 AM — 11:00 AM
Enjoy a guided hike through Fernbank Forest. The Morning Hike will celebrate the ecosystem of the old-growth forest.
Fernbank is a nonprofit natural history museum, giant screen theater and old-growth forest, and is not affiliated with Fernbank Science Center, which operates as a division of DeKalb County Schools.
