This Week at Airlie Gardens
September 25, 2023
Homeschool Day
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.
September 27, 2023
Evening Bird Walk – 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.
September 28, 2023
HOPS & TALKS: A Toast to Pollinators & their Hosts
Airlie Gardens is excited to welcome guests back for one of our most popular education series: HOPS & TALKS. Join us for a special adult series where we pair one local brewery with a different guided tour.
Featured Exhibits & Events
July 14, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Art Exhibit Turtley Awesome!
This year's exhibit will feature ten fiberglass turtles! Each sculpture will be uniquely decorated by selected artists and placed on display in the garden, July 14th through December 31st 2023. Special thanks to The Landfall Foundation for their support of Turtley Awesome!
September 13, 2023 - October 18, 2023
Yoga in the Gardens
Airlie Gardens is excited to have Longwave Yoga for a Fall Yoga in the Gardens Series on select days Sept 13-Oct 18!
September 25, 2023
Homeschool Day
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.
September 27, 2023
Evening Bird Walk – 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.
September 28, 2023
HOPS & TALKS: A Toast to Pollinators & their Hosts
Airlie Gardens is excited to welcome guests back for one of our most popular education series: HOPS & TALKS. Join us for a special adult series where we pair one local brewery with a different guided tour.
October 1, 2023
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.
October 4, 2023
Bird Walk
Enjoy birding at the gardens starting at 8 am. Advance registration required.
October 5, 2023
Airlie Member Evening
Enjoy an after-hours evening in the Gardens exclusively for Airlie members, 5:30-7:30pm. All member tickets must be reserved in advance and tickets will sell out. Last entry at 7pm, all guests must exit by 7:30pm.
October 7, 2023
Guided History Tour
Dive into the rich history, horticulture, and ecology of Airlie Gardens on a walking tour of the grounds.
October 11, 2023
Bird Walk
Enjoy birding at the gardens starting at 8 a.m. Advance registration required.
October 18, 2023
Owl Prowl & Evening Birding
Join Airlie Gardens educators for an evening of birding. Fall is an excellent time for birding and a great time to look for Owls! Owls perch and prep for hunting and can be heard calling in the evening.
October 21, 2023
Guided History Tour
Dive into the rich history, horticulture, and ecology of Airlie Gardens on a walking tour of the grounds.
November 24, 2023 - December 21, 2023
Enchanted Airlie
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.
