Live Music from Local Bands

10:00 AM – One More Time Marching Band 

11:15 AM – NeverEver Band

12:30 PM – Ballet Folklorico Colibri

1:45 PM – Moon Mountain String Band

3:00 PM – Satori Bob

4:15 PM – Leo’s Jammers

Expansive Wildflower Display

Featuring over 200 species in the White Oak Pavilion!

Talks, Walks, & Education

Talks on the Terrace

12:00 PM - Wombs and Wildfires Project with Nurturely

1:15 PM - Community-Driven Work with Beyond Toxics

Guided Nature Tours

11:15 AM with Ana Bradley

12:30 PM with Neil Bjorklund

1:45 PM with Bruce Newhouse

3:00 PM with August Jackson

Connect with leaders at ~30 local nonprofits all day!

Local Goods & Treats

Enjoy a glass of wine in the wine garden, dig into a tasty meal, and shop from an awesome array of local artisans.

Ephemeral Art Installations

Explore the Art in Nature Trail and discover stunning art made by local artists using natural materials.

Kids Crafts & Activities

There's lots of fun for kids as well! Come down to the kids crafts booth for button-making, caterpillar creations, and more!

Want to help out? We could still use volunteers at the festival! We could not make these events happen without our incredible volunteers. Help out and get in free!

Introducing Goal #1 of our 2025-2030 Strategic Plan

Mount Pisgah Arboretum will Increase Operational Capacity and Investments in Staff

Desired Outcomes

• Human resources policies and procedures effectively support staff performance and organizational consistency.
• Staffing levels are adequate to support organizational goals and maintain operational efficiency.
• Communications and administrative systems streamline organizational processes and enhance collaboration.
• Staff experience equitable compensation, robust benefits, and professional growth opportunities that enhance retention and satisfaction.

Summer Club Spots are Filling Up!

Check out the full list of themes and sign up now to get your perfect spot.

Upcoming Nature Tours

All guided tours start at the Mount Pisgah Arboretum Education Building. Pre-registration is required. Members and kids under 4 are FREE, Non-Members $5 per person.

Mindful Meandering

Sunday, May 25th 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Listen….Can you hear the whispered request from your whole being to slow down and be held by the exquisite beauty and kindness of Nature?  Join Julia Siporin in this 3-hour retreat where luxurious time will be spent sitting quietly in guided meditations, meandering in silence, and opening the senses to the lush splendor of Mount Pisgah Arboretum.

Get Involved

Want to make a difference in other ways? We are always looking for nature guides, trail stewards, park ambassador volunteers, and many other roles. Let's talk about how you can get involved with the Arboretum.

Learn more about some of the opportunities here.