This Week at Airlie Gardens
November 20, 2024
Evening Birding – SOLD OUT
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 25, 2024
Homeschool Day – SOLD OUT
Hands-on, standard based programs to get your homeschool students excited about the outdoors! Designed for students ages 4-13 years old, parent or guardian participation required.
Featured Exhibits & Events
July 12, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Art Exhibit BUZZWORTHY!
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!
November 27, 2024
Beginner Birding
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
Enchanted Airlie – SOLD OUT
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.
December 1, 2024
New Hanover County Resident Free Day
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.
December 11, 2024
Bird Walk
Enjoy birding at the gardens starting at 8 am. Advance registration required.
December 14, 2024
Sustainable Terrariums: Building an Ecosystem
Learn about things we can do to live more sustainably and make your own terrarium out of a re-used container! We will learn how a terrarium functions as its own tiny ecosystem.
December 18, 2024
Winter Ducks
Learn all about the many duck species that frequent the gardens in Winter. Advance registration required.
