Callaway Gardens Events Calendar

Spring Celebration

DAILY From 03/21/2009 to 04/25/2009

Callaway Gardens Spring Celebration - March 21 through April 25, 2009

Brass Band Festival

05/02/2009

An impressive list of brass bands are lining up for the first annual Deep South Brass Band Festival in Pine Mountain, Georgia.

Gardening for Butterflies and Other Pollinators

WEEKLY From 06/01/2009 to 08/03/2009

Discover the best plants and gardening practices for attracting winged wildlife to your garden.

Geocaching - A High-tech Scavenger Hunt

WEEKLY From 06/01/2009 to 08/03/2009

With a set of clues and coordinates, hunt for treasures outdoors! Learn about geocacheing, navigating, and nature.

Parsley, Sage, Rosemary and Thyme

WEEKLY From 06/01/2009 to 08/03/2009

Join us as we meander through the herbs in Mr. Cason's Vegetable Garden. We'll smell and sample a few.

Oh, My Stars!

WEEKLY From 06/01/2009 to 08/03/2009

An entire new realm of the universe unfolds as you learn about stars, planets, satellites, and more!

Movies on the Beach

WEEKLY From 06/01/2009 to 08/03/2009

Grab your beach blanket and head to Robin Lake Beach at Callaway Gardens and enjoy a feature-length, family movie shown on a 36' inflatable screen beginning around 9:00 p.m. every Monday from June 1st through August 3rd.

Aquatic Ecology for Families

WEEKLY From 06/02/2009 to 08/04/2009

Intrigued about science? Ever wondered what's lurking in local ponds and lakes? Join Dr. Alan Wilson and his students engage in aquatic ecology.

Archaeology Hike - Amazing People, Amazing Places

WEEKLY From 06/02/2009 to 08/04/2009

Meander down the trail with a professional archaeologist from Southern Research and a biologist from the Callaway Gardens staff.

Ornamental Landscaping Walk in The Callaway Brothers Azalea Bowl

WEEKLY From 06/02/2009 to 08/04/2009

Take a leisurely stroll through this cultivated azalea garden to observe interesting companion plantings.

Create a Container Herb Garden

WEEKLY From 06/02/2009 to 08/04/2009

Decorate or add an aged finish to a terra cotta pot and fill the container with a delightful, aromatic mix of herbs.

Family Vegetable Garden Scavenger Hunt

WEEKLY From 06/03/2009 to 08/05/2009

Ramble through the 7.5-acre Mr. Cason's Vegetable Garden searching for answers to the scavenger hunt clues.

Organic Farm Tour

WEEKLY From 06/03/2009 to 08/05/2009

Take a field-trip to Jenny-Jack Sun Farm! Learn about organic gardening and the slow food movement.

Hike - The Cason J. Callaway Memorial Forest

WEEKLY From 06/04/2009 to 08/06/2009

Join our naturalists for a 2.5 mile moderately strenuous hike through the Cason J. Callaway Memorial Forest.

Sibley Center Family Scavenger Hunt

WEEKLY From 06/04/2009 to 08/06/2009

Bring the family and work together as you search for clues throughout the John A. Sibley Horticultural Center.

Exclusive Garden Tour

DAILY From 06/11/2009 to 06/15/2009

Callaway Gardens Exclusive Garden Tour featuring the Garden Conservancy's Open Days in Washington, DC.

Plumleaf Azalea Hike and Callaway Home Tour

07/25/2009

This extraordinary program will begin with a hike through the Cason J. Callaway Memorial Forest and conclude with a tour of the home of Virginia and Cason Callaway.

Dog Days of Summer Full Moon Night Hike

08/07/2009

Stay cool with us on an exciting full moon hike in the Preserve at Callaway Gardens.

Blue Morpho Month

DAILY From 09/01/2009 to 09/30/2009

September is Blue Morpho Butterfly Month at Callaway Gardens’ Cecil B. Day Butterfly Center. Butterfly Lovers Unite to Celebrate this Beautiful Blue Butterfly.

MS: Cox Atlanta Ride

DAILY From 09/12/2009 to 09/13/2009

More than 1,100 cyclists will be riding into town for the September 12-13, 2009 Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ride at Callaway Gardens.

Oriental Watercolor Workshop: Chrysanthemums

09/12/2009

Chinese brush painting, with its emphasis on the beauty of simplicity flowing brush strokes, reflects the time-honored priniciples of Chinese philosophy and culture.

Oriental Watercolor Workshop: Sunflowers

09/12/2009

Chinese brush painting, with its emphasis on the beauty of simplicity flowing brush strokes, reflects time-honored principles of Chinese philosophy and culture.

Stained Glass Garden Workshop

09/19/2009

Create a garden art piece using the "Louis Comfort Tiffany" method of copper foiled stained glass.

Adventures in DSLR Photography II: Creative Photography Beyond the Auto Mode

09/19/2009

This course is designed for the beginner or experienced digital photographer who is interested in moving beyond the camera's auto mode.

ICCF Golf Tournament

09/21/2009

Callaway Gardens will host the seventh annual Ida Cason Callaway Foundation™ (ICCF) Golf Tournament September 21, 2009. Proceeds from the tournament enable the ICCF to share the wonders of nature with thousands of school children by providing funds for diverse environmental programs available at Callaway Gardens.

Archaeology Hike -- Amazing People, Amazing Places

09/26/2009

Join a professional archaeologist and biologist to explore the Preserve at Callaway Gardens.

Wildlife Encounter

WEEKLY From 10/05/2009 to 11/16/2009

Chat with a naturalist and meet a furry, feathered or scaly member of the animal kingdom up close and personal.

Monarch Tagging

10/10/2009

Observe migrating monarch butterflies being tagged and recorded to monitor flight paths and journey success

Owl Prowl Night Hike

10/10/2009

As the sun sets explore the Gardens with a naturalist and see 'who' comes out when the sun goes down!

Kids in Science Workshop

10/10/2009

In celebration of National Energy Month, kids participate in a hands-on class making a simple circuit using a light bulb and copper wire.

Columbus Day Ridge Hike

10/12/2009

Spend a delightful fall day walking along the scenic Pine Mountain Ridge exploring the autumn forest.

Historical Archaeology Dig in the Gardens

10/24/2009

Assist the Callaway Gardens Archaeology Team continue excavations at a historic house site at the Gardens.

Pine Needle Baskets:A Beginners Class

10/24/2009

Learn the basics of coil basketry and different stitches and coiling techniques to create a unique small basket or platter.

Mystery Theater Weekend

10/30/2009

Bring your detective skills and appetite to Callaway Gardens on Friday, October 30, 2009, for another Mystery Theater Dinner.

Oriental Watercolor Workshop: The Starring Lilies

10/31/2009

Chinese brush painting, with its emphasis on the beauty of simple flowing brush strokes, reflects the time-honored principles of Chinese philosophy and culture.

Oriental Watercolor Workshop: Wisteria on Pine

10/31/2009

Chinese brush painting, with its emphasis on the beauty of simple flowing brush strokes, reflects time-honored principles of Chinese philosophy and culture.

Capturing Fall Foliage in Watercolor at Callaway Gardens

DAILY From 11/07/2009 to 11/08/2009

Paint on location in Callaway Gardens, focusing on a close-up view and a landscape garden scene.

Adventures in DSLR Photograhy III: Mastering Focus and Exposure

11/07/2009

This intermediate level workshop is devoted to understanding and perfecting exposure.

Autumn Adventure Hike

11/21/2009

Discover the wonders of the Cason J. Callaway Memorial Forest on this day-long ramble.

Mountain Creek Trail Stroll

11/22/2009

Meander along the shore of Mountain Creek Lake with a naturalist as you delight in the sights and sounds of the fall season.

Adventures in DSLR Photography V: Mastering Flash Nature Photography

12/05/2009

This is an intermediate workshop devoted to mastering flash in nature photography.

Wreath-making Workshop

12/05/2009

Immerse yourself in the holiday spirit by creating your own custom-made wreath from fresh greenery.

Holiday Centerpiece Workshop

12/12/2009

Create a centerpiece by adorning an oasis form with sprigs of fresh pine, juniper, and cedar that will last through the holiday season.

24th Southern Gardening Symposium

DAILY From 01/29/2010 to 01/31/2010

Experience the greatest garden program geared toward gardening in the South! Come to the 2010 Southern Gardening Symposium at Callaway Gardens!

Callaway Gardening School 'Dinner with the Gardening Experts'

03/25/2010

Join Walter Reeves, Hank Bruno, and other gardening professionals for a fun and informative evening of good food and gardening conversation.