October 30, 2024
Join Airlie Gardens Environmental Educators for a family friendly evening of Bats! We'll begin with a story under the great Airlie Oak and learn all about why bats are so important to our ecosystems. Then you'll test your abilities through a series of challenges to see if you can survive in a bat's world!
November 1, 2024
Join Educators on a walk through the grounds to learn about the various species throughout the garden! Highlights will include both native and introduced species and the history of the grounds and its plantings.
November 2, 2024
Dive into the rich history, horticulture, and ecology of Airlie Gardens on a walking tour of the grounds.
November 3, 2024
Free admission for New Hanover County Residents the first Sunday of each month! One New Hanover County ID is valid for 2 adults and accompany children under 18. Additional adults must purchase general admission tickets. Tickets must be reserved in advance and can sell out. Please bring proof of residency upon arrival. Photo by Anna Taylor.
July 12, 2024 - December 31, 2024
This year's exhibit will feature ten fiberglass honeybees! Each sculpture will be uniquely decorated by selected artists and placed on display in the garden, July 12th through December 31st 2024. Special thanks to The Landfall Foundation for their support of BUZZWORTHY!
October 30, 2024
Join Airlie Gardens Environmental Educators for a family friendly evening of Bats! We'll begin with a story under the great Airlie Oak and learn all about why bats are so important to our ecosystems. Then you'll test your abilities through a series of challenges to see if you can survive in a bat's world!
November 1, 2024
Join Educators on a walk through the grounds to learn about the various species throughout the garden! Highlights will include both native and introduced species and the history of the grounds and its plantings.
November 2, 2024
Dive into the rich history, horticulture, and ecology of Airlie Gardens on a walking tour of the grounds.
November 3, 2024
Free admission for New Hanover County Residents the first Sunday of each month! One New Hanover County ID is valid for 2 adults and accompany children under 18. Additional adults must purchase general admission tickets. Tickets must be reserved in advance and can sell out. Please bring proof of residency upon arrival. Photo by Anna Taylor.
November 16, 2024
Learn how and when to collect seeds, the importance of storing seeds, and when to plant. Participants will receive native seeds and will carve your own rubber stamp for labeling seed packets. Recommended for ages 14+.
November 16, 2024
Dive into the rich history, horticulture, and ecology of Airlie Gardens on a walking tour of the grounds.
November 20, 2024
What do our birds do in the evening? Come explore the garden as our birds prepare for the night’s activities! No experience is necessary, all are welcome.
November 27, 2024
There’s no better place to learn how to bird! Airlie Gardens is home to over 200 plus species of birds. We will go over basic birding skills, ID tricks, and proper binocular use!
November 29, 2024 - December 21, 2024
A tradition since 2005, guests from around the world have visited Airlie Gardens to take in the sparkling sights and festive sounds of the holiday season.
Open Daily
9:00AM – 5:00PM
Last admittance at 4:30PM
General Admission | $10
New Hanover Resident* | $5
Military* | $5
Child 4-12 | $3
Child 3 & Under | FREE
*ID required for discount
We offer a 7-passenger accessibility tram service. Please call 910-798-7700 for tram hours.
300 Airlie Road
Wilmington, NC 28403
910-798-7700
airlieinfo@nhcgov.com