Upcoming Events and Programs

Adventure awaits this week as we swim with fish through the coral reef, waddle with penguins around the tundra, and swing with monkeys through the rainforest! Join us as we explore these habitats and more by investigating what animals and plants call these places home.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising Kindergarten.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Secret weapons or great escapes are what it takes to survive where the wild things are. Don’t miss out on discovering the many kinds of armor and defenses animals use to protect themselves in the wild.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 1st Grade.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Light is such an important part of our everyday lives, it’s hard to imagine there are animals that never see it. Come explore the ocean depths, underground tunnels, and the dark of night as we meet animals that eyes’ glow, plants that bloom in the dark, and deep-sea creatures who make their own light!

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 2nd Grade.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Get ready to journey across Earth’s strangest, yet most amazing islands. Traveling to the islands of Madagascar, Australia, Galapagos, and many more, you’ll discover what makes these islands’ so unique.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 3rd Grade.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

The natural world is a magical and mysterious place, join us as we explore animal transformations, toxins & venoms, exceptional animals, and more! We’ll meet animal ambassadors, spend time in the botanical gardens, and discover the magic of nature.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 4th Grade.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Embark on a 2-week long adventure complete with on and off-site excursions to explore scientific wonders, forge leadership skills, and celebrate community amid the natural world. During this outdoor-based camp, campers will gain scientific exploration skills while building connections with their peers and the Riverbanks team. Campers will enjoy exciting experiences including behind-the-scenes tours, guest speakers, an overnight at the zoo, and off-site adventures to explore local wildlife.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 5th or 6th Grade.

$575 Riverbanks members; $680 general public.

Adventure awaits this week as we swim with fish through the coral reef, waddle with penguins around the tundra, and swing with monkeys through the rainforest! Join us as we explore these habitats and more by investigating what animals and plants call these places home.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising Kindergarten.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Secret weapons or great escapes are what it takes to survive where the wild things are. Don’t miss out on discovering the many kinds of armor and defenses animals use to protect themselves in the wild.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 1st Grade.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Light is such an important part of our everyday lives, it’s hard to imagine there are animals that never see it. Come explore the ocean depths, underground tunnels, and the dark of night as we meet animals that eyes’ glow, plants that bloom in the dark, and deep-sea creatures who make their own light!

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 2nd Grade.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Get ready to journey across Earth’s strangest, yet most amazing islands. Traveling to the islands of Madagascar, Australia, Galapagos, and many more, you’ll discover what makes these islands’ so unique.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 3rd Grade.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

The natural world is a magical and mysterious place, join us as we explore animal transformations, toxins & venoms, exceptional animals, and more! We’ll meet animal ambassadors, spend time in the botanical gardens, and discover the magic of nature.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 4th Grade.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Adventure awaits this week as we swim with fish through the coral reef, waddle with penguins around the tundra, and swing with monkeys through the rainforest! Join us as we explore these habitats and more by investigating what animals and plants call these places home.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising Kindergarten.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Secret weapons or great escapes are what it takes to survive where the wild things are. Don’t miss out on discovering the many kinds of armor and defenses animals use to protect themselves in the wild.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 1st Grade.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Light is such an important part of our everyday lives, it’s hard to imagine there are animals that never see it. Come explore the ocean depths, underground tunnels, and the dark of night as we meet animals that eyes’ glow, plants that bloom in the dark, and deep-sea creatures who make their own light!

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 2nd Grade.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Get ready to journey across Earth’s strangest, yet most amazing islands. Traveling to the islands of Madagascar, Australia, Galapagos, and many more, you’ll discover what makes these islands’ so unique.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 3rd Grade.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

The natural world is a magical and mysterious place, join us as we explore animal transformations, toxins & venoms, exceptional animals, and more! We’ll meet animal ambassadors, spend time in the botanical gardens, and discover the magic of nature.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 4th Grade.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Get ready for an adventure as we explore the animals of South America and Africa! Campers will investigate animal patterns, movement, and adaptations as we get a closer look at these exotic beasts.

9:30_AM – 12:00_PM

Ages 3 to 4 with an Adult.

$95 Riverbanks members; $125 general public.

Adventure awaits this week as we swim with fish through the coral reef, waddle with penguins around the tundra, and swing with monkeys through the rainforest! Join us as we explore these habitats and more by investigating what animals and plants call these places home.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising Kindergarten.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Secret weapons or great escapes are what it takes to survive where the wild things are. Don’t miss out on discovering the many kinds of armor and defenses animals use to protect themselves in the wild.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 1st Grade.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Light is such an important part of our everyday lives, it’s hard to imagine there are animals that never see it. Come explore the ocean depths, underground tunnels, and the dark of night as we meet animals that eyes’ glow, plants that bloom in the dark, and deep-sea creatures who make their own light!

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 2nd Grade.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Get ready to journey across Earth’s strangest, yet most amazing islands. Traveling to the islands of Madagascar, Australia, Galapagos, and many more, you’ll discover what makes these islands’ so unique.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 3rd Grade.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

The natural world is a magical and mysterious place, join us as we explore animal transformations, toxins & venoms, exceptional animals, and more! We’ll meet animal ambassadors, spend time in the botanical gardens, and discover the magic of nature.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 4th Grade.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Get ready for an adventure as we explore the animals of South America and Africa! Campers will investigate animal patterns, movement, and adaptations as we get a closer look at these exotic beasts.

9:30_AM – 12:00_PM

Ages 3 to 4 with an Adult.

$95 Riverbanks members; $125 general public.

Adventure awaits this week as we swim with fish through the coral reef, waddle with penguins around the tundra, and swing with monkeys through the rainforest! Join us as we explore these habitats and more by investigating what animals and plants call these places home.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising Kindergarten.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Secret weapons or great escapes are what it takes to survive where the wild things are. Don’t miss out on discovering the many kinds of armor and defenses animals use to protect themselves in the wild.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 1st Grade.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Light is such an important part of our everyday lives, it’s hard to imagine there are animals that never see it. Come explore the ocean depths, underground tunnels, and the dark of night as we meet animals that eyes’ glow, plants that bloom in the dark, and deep-sea creatures who make their own light!

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 2nd Grade.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Get ready to journey across Earth’s strangest, yet most amazing islands. Traveling to the islands of Madagascar, Australia, Galapagos, and many more, you’ll discover what makes these islands’ so unique.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 3rd Grade.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

The natural world is a magical and mysterious place, join us as we explore animal transformations, toxins & venoms, exceptional animals, and more! We’ll meet animal ambassadors, spend time in the botanical gardens, and discover the magic of nature.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 4th Grade.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Get ready for an adventure as we explore the animals of South America and Africa! Campers will investigate animal patterns, movement, and adaptations as we get a closer look at these exotic beasts.

9:30_AM – 12:00_PM

Ages 3 to 4 with an Adult.

$95 Riverbanks members; $125 general public.

Adventure awaits this week as we swim with fish through the coral reef, waddle with penguins around the tundra, and swing with monkeys through the rainforest! Join us as we explore these habitats and more by investigating what animals and plants call these places home.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising Kindergarten.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Secret weapons or great escapes are what it takes to survive where the wild things are. Don’t miss out on discovering the many kinds of armor and defenses animals use to protect themselves in the wild.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 1st Grade.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Light is such an important part of our everyday lives, it’s hard to imagine there are animals that never see it. Come explore the ocean depths, underground tunnels, and the dark of night as we meet animals that eyes’ glow, plants that bloom in the dark, and deep-sea creatures who make their own light!

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 2nd Grade.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Get ready to journey across Earth’s strangest, yet most amazing islands. Traveling to the islands of Madagascar, Australia, Galapagos, and many more, you’ll discover what makes these islands’ so unique.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 3rd Grade.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

The natural world is a magical and mysterious place, join us as we explore animal transformations, toxins & venoms, exceptional animals, and more! We’ll meet animal ambassadors, spend time in the botanical gardens, and discover the magic of nature.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 4th Grade.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Adventure awaits this week as we swim with fish through the coral reef, waddle with penguins around the tundra, and swing with monkeys through the rainforest! Join us as we explore these habitats and more by investigating what animals and plants call these places home.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising Kindergarten.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Secret weapons or great escapes are what it takes to survive where the wild things are. Don’t miss out on discovering the many kinds of armor and defenses animals use to protect themselves in the wild.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 1st Grade.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Light is such an important part of our everyday lives, it’s hard to imagine there are animals that never see it. Come explore the ocean depths, underground tunnels, and the dark of night as we meet animals that eyes’ glow, plants that bloom in the dark, and deep-sea creatures who make their own light!

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 2nd Grade.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Get ready to journey across Earth’s strangest, yet most amazing islands. Traveling to the islands of Madagascar, Australia, Galapagos, and many more, you’ll discover what makes these islands’ so unique.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 3rd Grade.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Adventure awaits this week as we swim with fish through the coral reef, waddle with penguins around the tundra, and swing with monkeys through the rainforest! Join us as we explore these habitats and more by investigating what animals and plants call these places home.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising Kindergarten.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Secret weapons or great escapes are what it takes to survive where the wild things are. Don’t miss out on discovering the many kinds of armor and defenses animals use to protect themselves in the wild.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 1st Grade.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Light is such an important part of our everyday lives, it’s hard to imagine there are animals that never see it. Come explore the ocean depths, underground tunnels, and the dark of night as we meet animals that eyes’ glow, plants that bloom in the dark, and deep-sea creatures who make their own light!

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 2nd Grade.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Get ready to journey across Earth’s strangest, yet most amazing islands. Traveling to the islands of Madagascar, Australia, Galapagos, and many more, you’ll discover what makes these islands’ so unique.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 3rd Grade.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Get ready for an adventure as we explore the animals of South America and Africa! Campers will investigate animal patterns, movement, and adaptations as we get a closer look at these exotic beasts.

9:30_AM – 12:00_PM

Ages 3 to 4 with an Adult.

$95 Riverbanks members; $125 general public.

Adventure awaits this week as we swim with fish through the coral reef, waddle with penguins around the tundra, and swing with monkeys through the rainforest! Join us as we explore these habitats and more by investigating what animals and plants call these places home.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising Kindergarten.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Secret weapons or great escapes are what it takes to survive where the wild things are. Don’t miss out on discovering the many kinds of armor and defenses animals use to protect themselves in the wild.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 1st Grade.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Light is such an important part of our everyday lives, it’s hard to imagine there are animals that never see it. Come explore the ocean depths, underground tunnels, and the dark of night as we meet animals that eyes’ glow, plants that bloom in the dark, and deep-sea creatures who make their own light!

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 2nd Grade.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Get ready to journey across Earth’s strangest, yet most amazing islands. Traveling to the islands of Madagascar, Australia, Galapagos, and many more, you’ll discover what makes these islands’ so unique.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 3rd Grade.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Get ready for an adventure as we explore the animals of South America and Africa! Campers will investigate animal patterns, movement, and adaptations as we get a closer look at these exotic beasts.

9:30_AM – 12:00_PM

Ages 3 to 4 with an Adult.

$95 Riverbanks members; $125 general public.

Adventure awaits this week as we swim with fish through the coral reef, waddle with penguins around the tundra, and swing with monkeys through the rainforest! Join us as we explore these habitats and more by investigating what animals and plants call these places home.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising Kindergarten.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Secret weapons or great escapes are what it takes to survive where the wild things are. Don’t miss out on discovering the many kinds of armor and defenses animals use to protect themselves in the wild.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 1st Grade.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Light is such an important part of our everyday lives, it’s hard to imagine there are animals that never see it. Come explore the ocean depths, underground tunnels, and the dark of night as we meet animals that eyes’ glow, plants that bloom in the dark, and deep-sea creatures who make their own light!

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 2nd Grade.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Get ready to journey across Earth’s strangest, yet most amazing islands. Traveling to the islands of Madagascar, Australia, Galapagos, and many more, you’ll discover what makes these islands’ so unique.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 3rd Grade.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Get ready for an adventure as we explore the animals of South America and Africa! Campers will investigate animal patterns, movement, and adaptations as we get a closer look at these exotic beasts.

9:30_AM – 12:00_PM

Ages 3 to 4 with an Adult.

$95 Riverbanks members; $125 general public.

Adventure awaits this week as we swim with fish through the coral reef, waddle with penguins around the tundra, and swing with monkeys through the rainforest! Join us as we explore these habitats and more by investigating what animals and plants call these places home.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising Kindergarten.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Secret weapons or great escapes are what it takes to survive where the wild things are. Don’t miss out on discovering the many kinds of armor and defenses animals use to protect themselves in the wild.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 1st Grade.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Light is such an important part of our everyday lives, it’s hard to imagine there are animals that never see it. Come explore the ocean depths, underground tunnels, and the dark of night as we meet animals that eyes’ glow, plants that bloom in the dark, and deep-sea creatures who make their own light!

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 2nd Grade.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Get ready to journey across Earth’s strangest, yet most amazing islands. Traveling to the islands of Madagascar, Australia, Galapagos, and many more, you’ll discover what makes these islands’ so unique.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Rising 3rd Grade.

$285 Riverbanks members; $335 general public.

Tap into your Wild Side for Brew at the Zoo! Experience an unforgettable evening of craft and local beer, live music, and wildlife set against the stunning backdrop of Riverbanks Zoo and Garden. This event promises to be a memorable night for beer enthusiasts and animal lovers alike.

7:00 – 9:30_PM

No one under 21 will be admitted.

Come discover why seasonal changes happen across our planet at different times of the year and the impact they have on Riverbanks wildlife.

10:30_AM – 12:00_PM

Children ages 5–11.

Conservation Learning Center.

$60 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Let’s learn about these giant creatures of the big blue ocean!

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

It’s free, after-hours, and for members only. Stroll around the park with a new perspective, see our animals engaging with enrichment, and meet members of our animal care team as they roam the Zoo sharing personal stories throughout the night.

6:00 – 9:00_PM

Free for Riverbanks members only (no guest passes, please). Pre-registration is not required.

Let’s learn about these giant creatures of the big blue ocean!

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Do you dig dinos? Stomp your way through fun activities about these dynamic animals that once ruled the earth!

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Join us for an unforgettable evening of cocktails, cuisine, and conservation! Experience the nostalgia with flavors from previous ZOOfari events, paired with specialty cocktails throughout the Zoo.

7:00 – 9:30_PM

Come discover why seasonal changes happen across our planet at different times of the year and the impact they have on Riverbanks wildlife.

10:30_AM – 12:00_PM

Children ages 5–11.

Conservation Learning Center.

$60 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Do you dig dinos? Stomp your way through fun activities about these dynamic animals that once ruled the earth!

10:45 – 11:45_AM

Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.

Discovery Center Classrooms.

$40 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Express your creativity through a guided painting session highlighting our conservation efforts for native pollinators. Everyone will receive a blank canvas and all the supplies needed to create a unique painting featuring local plants and pollinators while following the instructor's step-by-step guidance.

6:00 – 8:00_PM

Conservation Learning Center.

$40 per person.

Do you dig dinos? Stomp your way through fun activities about these dynamic animals that once ruled the earth!

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Come discover why seasonal changes happen across our planet at different times of the year and the impact they have on Riverbanks wildlife.

10:30_AM – 12:00_PM

Children ages 5–11.

Conservation Learning Center.

$60 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Do you dig dinos? Stomp your way through fun activities about these dynamic animals that once ruled the earth!

10:45 – 11:45_AM

Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.

Discovery Center Classrooms.

$40 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Millions of monarch butterflies begin flying south as cooler weather arrives in South Carolina. Join us as we learn about these orange and black beauties!

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Join the Riverbanks Botanical Garden for a hands-on Bonsai 101 workshop. This event is suitable for anyone interested in dabbling in the art of Bonsai cultivation. This workshop will be led by Kyle Purvis, owner/operator of HoneyHill Bonsai Growers nursery near Charleston, SC, where he collects, field-grows, and develops bonsai material suitable for southeastern bonsai. Each participant will receive a tree specifically selected for bonsai training, a suitable training pot, soil, a water sensor and instruction to create a beautiful bonsai tree. During the workshop, participants will be guided through the initial potting and styling of their tree, including future training strategies.

10:00_AM – 1:00_PM

$70 Riverbanks members; $80 general public.

From monarchs to bluebirds to sea turtles, many of our native wildlife move in and out of the area for a variety of reasons. Travel along with us as we unpack the factors behind these “Great Migrations.”

10:30_AM – 12:00_PM

Children ages 5–11.

Conservation Learning Center.

$60 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Event details TBA.

9:00_AM – 5:00_PM

This event is free with general admission or membership.

Millions of monarch butterflies begin flying south as cooler weather arrives in South Carolina. Join us as we learn about these orange and black beauties!

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

6:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

6:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

6:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

From monarchs to bluebirds to sea turtles, many of our native wildlife move in and out of the area for a variety of reasons. Travel along with us as we unpack the factors behind these “Great Migrations.”

10:30_AM – 12:00_PM

Children ages 5–11.

Conservation Learning Center.

$60 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Let’s learn about wild dogs that howwwwllllll!

10:45 – 11:45_AM

Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.

Discovery Center Classrooms.

$40 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

6:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

6:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

6:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

6:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Let’s learn about wild dogs that howwwl!

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

6:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

6:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

6:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

From monarchs to bluebirds to sea turtles, many of our native wildlife move in and out of the area for a variety of reasons. Travel along with us as we unpack the factors behind these “Great Migrations.”

10:30_AM – 12:00_PM

Children ages 5–11.

Conservation Learning Center.

$60 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Let’s learn about wild dogs that howwwwllllll!

10:45 – 11:45_AM

Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.

Discovery Center Classrooms.

$40 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

6:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

6:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

6:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

6:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Let’s learn about wild dogs that howwwl!

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

6:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Wildlife (including plants) love to nap but in some extreme ways. Students will explore the behavior behind hibernation, torpor, brumation, dormancy, and even estivation in nature.

10:30_AM – 12:00_PM

Children ages 5–11.

Conservation Learning Center.

$60 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Come fly high with Riverbanks as we explore what makes raptors distinct from other birds and how our keepers meet their unique needs.

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Kindergarten to 5th Grade.

$70 Riverbanks members; $85 general public.

Why do leaves change color? Let’s investigate plants in the fall!

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Join Catawba artist, Teresa Dunlap, for a hands-on basketry workshop that will connect you to local, natural materials. Participants will learn to work with pine needles, and each participant will receive the supplies to create an ornament using hand-stitching and coiling techniques.

10:00_AM – 1:00_PM

$50 Riverbanks members; $60 general public.

Why do leaves change color? Let’s investigate plants in the fall!

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Wildlife (including plants) love to nap but in some extreme ways. Students will explore the behavior behind hibernation, torpor, brumation, dormancy, and even estivation in nature.

10:30_AM – 12:00_PM

Children ages 5–11.

Conservation Learning Center.

$60 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Why do leaves change color? Let’s investigate plants in the fall!

10:45 – 11:45_AM

Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.

Discovery Center Classrooms.

$40 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

The sun is setting earlier, so let’s explore the night sky!

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Wildlife (including plants) love to nap but in some extreme ways. Students will explore the behavior behind hibernation, torpor, brumation, dormancy, and even estivation in nature.

10:30_AM – 12:00_PM

Children ages 5–11.

Conservation Learning Center.

$60 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Why do leaves change color? Let’s investigate plants in the fall!

10:45 – 11:45_AM

Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.

Discovery Center Classrooms.

$40 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

The sun is setting earlier, so let’s explore the night sky!

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Winter is almost here! Join us as we celebrate the changing of the seasons!

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Create a unique, personalized wreath using freshly cut greenery from Riverbanks’ campus to decorate your door or table. Everyone will get a grapevine wreath base, a variety of greenery, and a large selection of other natural materials to adorn the wreath.

10:00_AM or 1:00_PM

$45 Riverbanks members; $55 general public.

Water is critical to the survival of our planet and is constantly moving from our atmosphere to land and back again known as the “Water Cycle.” Students will dive into experiments to discover magical water properties.

10:30_AM – 12:00_PM

Children ages 5–11.

Conservation Learning Center.

$60 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Come learn about black and white animals like zebras, pandas, and lemurs!

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Water is critical to the survival of our planet and is constantly moving from our atmosphere to land and back again known as the “Water Cycle.” Students will dive into experiments to discover magical water properties.

10:30_AM – 12:00_PM

Children ages 5–11.

Conservation Learning Center.

$60 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Let’s explore why some animals have black and white patterns!

10:45 – 11:45_AM

Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.

Discovery Center Classrooms.

$40 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Come learn about black and white animals like zebras, pandas, and lemurs!

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Feathers come in a wide range of colors because of birds' diets, habitats, and camouflage. Spread your wings as we learn about a few of our favorites.

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

The Gullah tradition of weaving baskets from strong but supple marsh grass in the Lowcountry is one of the nation’s oldest and most beautiful handicrafts of African origin. Participants will create a small sweetgrass basket in the traditional style during this hands-on workshop with Mary Graham-Grant.

10:00_AM – 2:00_PM

$75 Riverbanks members; $85 general public.

Water is critical to the survival of our planet and is constantly moving from our atmosphere to land and back again known as the “Water Cycle.” Students will dive into experiments to discover magical water properties.

10:30_AM – 12:00_PM

Children ages 5–11.

Conservation Learning Center.

$60 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Let’s explore why some animals have black and white patterns!

10:45 – 11:45_AM

Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.

Discovery Center Classrooms.

$40 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Feathers come in a wide range of colors because of birds' diets, habitats, and camouflage. Spread your wings as we learn about a few of our favorites.

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Cycles occur daily around us in nature without our notice. Discover how living things like us, rely on them to breathe, help plants grow, and so much more in this elemental class.

10:30_AM – 12:00_PM

Children ages 5–11.

Conservation Learning Center.

$60 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Ants are fascinating and complex insects! Tunnel your way through their amazing lives!

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Cycles occur daily around us in nature without our notice. Discover how living things like us, rely on them to breathe, help plants grow, and so much more in this elemental class.

10:30_AM – 12:00_PM

Children ages 5–11.

Conservation Learning Center.

$60 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Ants are fascinating and complex insects! Tunnel your way through their amazing lives!

10:45 – 11:45_AM

Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.

Discovery Center Classrooms.

$40 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Ants are fascinating and complex insects! Tunnel your way through their amazing lives!

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Cycles occur daily around us in nature without our notice. Discover how living things like us, rely on them to breathe, help plants grow, and so much more in this elemental class.

10:30_AM – 12:00_PM

Children ages 5–11.

Conservation Learning Center.

$60 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Ants are fascinating and complex insects! Tunnel your way through their amazing lives!

10:45 – 11:45_AM

Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.

Discovery Center Classrooms.

$40 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

What wildlife lives in your backyard? Let’s explore and find out!

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Everything in the great circle of life is interconnected and interdependent. Let’s take a closer look at how we can protect our planet.

10:30_AM – 12:00_PM

Children ages 5–11.

Conservation Learning Center.

$60 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

What wildlife lives in your backyard? Let’s explore and find out!

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Everything in the great circle of life is interconnected and interdependent. Let’s take a closer look at how we can protect our planet.

10:30_AM – 12:00_PM

Children ages 5–11.

Conservation Learning Center.

$60 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Did you know that March 23 is World Bear Day? Let’s learn more about bears!

10:45 – 11:45_AM

Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.

Discovery Center Classrooms.

$40 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Did you know that March 23 is World Bear Day? Let’s learn more about bears!

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Did you know that March 23 is World Bear Day? Let’s learn more about bears!

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Everything in the great circle of life is interconnected and interdependent. Let’s take a closer look at how we can protect our planet.

10:30_AM – 12:00_PM

Children ages 5–11.

Conservation Learning Center.

$60 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Did you know that March 23 is World Bear Day? Let’s learn more about bears!

10:45 – 11:45_AM

Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.

Discovery Center Classrooms.

$40 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Have you seen an alligator in the wild? Join us to learn more about alligators and crocodiles!

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Have you seen an alligator in the wild? Join us to learn more about alligators and crocodiles!

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Learn how to become a superhero for the earth! We’ll discover fun ways to take care of our planet.

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

It’s spring and our gardens are buzzing! Let’s discover why bees are important garden friends.

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

It’s spring and our gardens are buzzing! Let’s discover why bees are important garden friends.

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Come swing through the trees and learn what makes primates so special!

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Come swing through the trees and learn what makes primates so special!

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.