Festival of Blooms

Mother's Day weekend is always a popular time at Fernwood. Join us as we celebrate spring with an abundance of blooms in the gardens and wildflowers along the trails.

Fernwood Friday

Join us on July 18 from 5:30 to 9:00 p.m. as Fernwood and Public Radio Station WVPE offer an evening of great music, food, and beverages. Music is provided by "The Three Gringos." Enjoy the delicious fare provided by Fernwood's Executive Chef Tim Carrigan and the locally-produced wine and beer from Round Barn Winery. Admission is free for members of Fernwood and WVPE, $6 for other visitors.

Autumn Air

Fernwood's 2008 fall festival is scheduled for October 18 and 19. More details on times, activities and entertainmebnt will be posted here as they are finalized, so please check back later.

Lights Before Christmas

December nights are the most popular time to visit Fernwood, thanks to the Lights Before Christmas. Visitors stroll the garden paths, viewing colorful light displays with nature and garden themes. Indoors, there is live music and free hot chocolate. Santa appears nightly, providing children with a wonderful opportunity to meet him in a non-commercial setting.

Hours are 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., with the last admittance at 8:30. For this year’s schedule, click here.

Admission is $2 for Fernwood members, $6 for other visitors. All children age 5 and under are admitted free.

Chili suppers are served each night from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. The menu includes beef chili, hot dogs, desserts and beverages. Items are sold a la carte.