Our Wildflower & Music Festival, and Mushroom Festival are traditions that have delighted the local community for 40 years. Each festival features large educational displays—wildflowers in the spring, and mushrooms in the fall— with experts on hand to answer questions. Our stage features live music by local bands all festival-day-long. Throughout the festival day, local naturalists and experts lead guided nature walks through the Arboretum highlighting the area’s ecology and history. For those that are looking to take something home from our festivals, our Merchandise Booth features collectible festival t-shirts and posters and educational materials. We also have vendors selling plants (including many native species), arts & crafts, books and a food cart area bursting with delicious flavors. And for the kiddos, we have a booth just for them full of fun activities!
Play in the Rain Day
Play in the Rain Day is a fun (and free) all-ages event that happens every November and helps visitors discover how fun, easy, and rewarding it is to spend time outdoors.
Arboretum Fundraisers at Plank Town
Twice per year, Plank Town Brewing Company has hosted an evening of mingling where all are invited to join Arboretum board and staff members at Plank Town’s location at 346 Main Street, Springfield. 10% of proceeds from food and beverage sales during the evening are generously donated by Plank Town to support the Arboretum’s work. Stay tuned for when we can resume our fundraisers at Plank Town!
Activities Throughout the Year
We also offer: guided nature walks and workshops on a range of topics, volunteer trainings and work parties, and social and philanthropic events.
Explore Mt. Pisgah Tuesday afternoons. Learn about the many surprising and amazing animals and plants living right here with hikes, games, stories and journaling activities. Two 7 week sessions: Session 1 runs March 1-April 19 (no program Spring Break week); Session 2 runs April 26-June 7. Rolling drop off between 3:15 and 3:30. $105 per session. Arboretum Members get a discount- $85 per session. For youth 5-11, 15 students max. Masks required for Session 1 because of the recent COVID surge. During Session 2 we plan to follow OR State Health Authority guidelines which currently don’t require masks outdoors. Register here.
Explore Mt. Pisgah Tuesday afternoons. Learn about the many surprising and amazing animals and plants living right here with hikes, games, stories and journaling activities. Two 7 week sessions: Session 1 runs March 1-April 19 (no program Spring Break week); Session 2 runs April 26-June 7. Rolling drop off between 3:15 and 3:30. $105 per session. Arboretum Members get a discount- $85 per session. For youth 5-11, 15 students max. Masks required for Session 1 because of the recent COVID surge. During Session 2 we plan to follow OR State Health Authority guidelines which currently don’t require masks outdoors. Register here.
In this walk for families and kids we'll search for flowers and pollinators with bug nets and magnifiers. We'll learn how flowers and pollinators help each help each other. At the end of the walk we'll create native bee houses to take home. Preregistration required. Max group size 15. FREE for Members and kids under 4. Non-members, $5. Don't forget your parking pass! Sign up here- https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B044EACAF2AA6F49-spring6
An expansive wildflower display inside the White Oak Pavilion
Live music
Guided nature walks by local naturalists
Local food and arts and crafts vendors
The Art in Nature Trail
Updated COVID-19 Policies:
Proof of vaccination or negative COVID-19 test will not be required for entrance.
Masks are recommend for viewing the wildflower display inside the White Oak Pavilion.
What You Need to Know:
Children under 12 free, no ticket purchase required.
The festival opens at 10 AM and closes at 5 PM. Tickets are sold for 3 hour attendance intervals to further limit crowding.
Parking at the Arboretum is free on festival day.
Please leave your dogs at home. For the safety and comfort of all, due to crowds, dogs are not permitted at the festival. Read our Festival dog policy here.
Refunds will be processed on a case by case basis.
Please do not come to the Festival if you are exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19.
Explore Mt. Pisgah Tuesday afternoons. Learn about the many surprising and amazing animals and plants living right here with hikes, games, stories and journaling activities. Two 7 week sessions: Session 1 runs March 1-April 19 (no program Spring Break week); Session 2 runs April 26-June 7. Rolling drop off between 3:15 and 3:30. $105 per session. Arboretum Members get a discount- $85 per session. For youth 5-11, 15 students max. Masks required for Session 1 because of the recent COVID surge. During Session 2 we plan to follow OR State Health Authority guidelines which currently don’t require masks outdoors. Register here.
May 22, 2022 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Mount Pisgah Arboretum Education Building
“The present moment is filled with joy and happiness. If you are attentive, you will see it.” - Thich Nhat Hanh.
With Julia Siporin. We will attune our senses to the simple delights and serenity of the natural world using various sensory awareness practices and guided mindfulness-based meditations. These will support a more direct connection with wonder, awe, and gratitude. Bring something to sit on like a mat or small folding chair; we will take these to the lawn around the barn, about a 10-minute walk away. Meet at the Arboretum Education Building. Fee $5, FREE for Arboretum members. Don't forget your parking pass. Limited to 12 attendees. Pre-registration required. Click here to register.
May 22, 2022 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Mount Pisgah Arboretum, 34901 Frank Parrish Rd, Eugene, OR 97405, USA
Open your eyes to the fascinating world of insects on a walk led by insect-enthusiast and Mt. Pisgah blog author Karen Richards. We’ll look into the incredible adaptations of some creatures you may recognize, and no doubt learn about some lesser-known insects as well. Every insect walk is a mini-safari. Meet at the Education Building. Don't forget your parking pass. $5, FREE for Arboretum members. Limited to 15 attendees. Pre-registration required. Click here to register.
Explore Mt. Pisgah Tuesday afternoons. Learn about the many surprising and amazing animals and plants living right here with hikes, games, stories and journaling activities. Two 7 week sessions: Session 1 runs March 1-April 19 (no program Spring Break week); Session 2 runs April 26-June 7. Rolling drop off between 3:15 and 3:30. $105 per session. Arboretum Members get a discount- $85 per session. For youth 5-11, 15 students max. Masks required for Session 1 because of the recent COVID surge. During Session 2 we plan to follow OR State Health Authority guidelines which currently don’t require masks outdoors. Register here.
Come learn about our most common Arboretum birds. We'll search for nests, chicks and feathers along the way. Bring binoculars if you'd like, but eyeballs are enough for this beginner birds walk! Kids will try to create their own bird nest at the end of the walk. Preregistration required. Max group size 15. FREE for Members and kids under 4. Non-members, $5. Don't forget your parking pass! Sign up here- https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B044EACAF2AA6F49-spring6
Explore Mt. Pisgah Tuesday afternoons. Learn about the many surprising and amazing animals and plants living right here with hikes, games, stories and journaling activities. Two 7 week sessions: Session 1 runs March 1-April 19 (no program Spring Break week); Session 2 runs April 26-June 7. Rolling drop off between 3:15 and 3:30. $105 per session. Arboretum Members get a discount- $85 per session. For youth 5-11, 15 students max. Masks required for Session 1 because of the recent COVID surge. During Session 2 we plan to follow OR State Health Authority guidelines which currently don’t require masks outdoors. Register here.
