This Week at Airlie Gardens
Bald Eagles
January 15, 2026
All About Eagles
Join our environmental educators in the classroom to learn about one of Airlie Gardens' largest birds, the Bald Eagle!
Featured Exhibits & Events
July 11, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Art Exhibit – Birds of a Feather
This year's exhibit will feature ten fiberglass bird sculptures on display July 11th through December 31, 2025. Special thanks to The Landfall Foundation for their support of BIRDS OF A FEATHER!
January 4, 2026 - December 20, 2026
Guided History Tours
Dive into the rich history, horticulture, and ecology of Airlie Gardens on a walking tour of the grounds on the first and third Saturdays of each month.
January 6, 2026 - February 24, 2026
Bug Talks
Join an educator in the classroom and meet one of our ambassador animals on select Tuesdays!
Bald Eagles
January 15, 2026
All About Eagles
Join our environmental educators in the classroom to learn about one of Airlie Gardens' largest birds, the Bald Eagle!
January 21, 2026
Winter Ducks
Learn all about the many duck species that frequent the gardens in Winter. Advance registration required.
January 23, 2026
Speaker Series-Worms with a Mission
The session will also include a guide on how to set up your own worm casting production at home, including a demonstration model to show participants how to set up a worm bin, how to sift for castings, and the best ways to utilize them.
January 28, 2026
Homeschool Day: Ducks!
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.
February 1, 2026
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.
Camellia japonica
February 4, 2026
Camellia Walk
Join us for a guided walk through the gardens to learn about Camellias!