Cape Fear Botanical Garden

11/19/2025

Guess who’s warming up his boots and practicing his ho-ho-ho’s? Yep. Santa’s back at EVERY NIGHT of Holiday Lights at the Garden 2025 . And he’s bringing the kind of magic only a man who lives with elves can deliver.

A big thank you to Kids First Pediatrics of Raeford & Fayetteville for bringing Santa’s visits to life again this season. They help keep the magic alive for the littlest Garden guests and the ones who are still kids at heart.

Bring your smiles.
Bring your lists.
Santa can’t wait to see you.

Professional photos will be available for purchase from LRP Media. They know how to catch that twinkle-in-the-eye magic you'll enjoy looking back on all year long.

Holiday Lights at the Garden runs December 5-22. Visit capefearbg.org/events for the schedule and to reserve your tickets.

Kids First Pediatrics of Raeford and Fayetteville

11/18/2025

When you step out into the Garden from the Wyatt Visitor Pavilion, one of the first things you'll notice is the Cypress Pond.

A peaceful waterscape at the heart of the Garden, Cypress Pond is home to majestic bald cypress trees, their distinctive roots (“knees”) rising from the water’s edge. Visitors can often spot turtles basking on logs, fish swimming beneath the surface, and—depending on the season—herons, geese, or ducks resting along the shoreline. Grass carp live in the pond (ask for Fish Food in the Gift Shop).

The circular path around the Cypress Pond also provides some of the most colorful views during our Holiday Lights event, so be sure to take your time to see it from all sides.

Path around the pond is maintained with a firm surface. Generally accessible for most visitors, but may be uneven in some areas.

Learn more about the Cypress Pond and other Must-See Spots at CFBG by visiting our website: capefearbg.org/map/

11/17/2025

🌟 Webkinz Raffle Update! 🌟

We’re currently sold out of Webkinz at the Garden Gift Shop—but don’t worry, more are on the way before Christmas! 🎁 And this next round will include some new, never-before-seen friends 🧸🐸🦄

In the meantime, you can still enter our Webkinz Raffle for just $5! The lucky winner will receive:

🎉 A brand-new Webkinz
🎟️ Two tickets to Holiday Lights at the Garden for Thursday, December 11

Swing by the Gift Shop to grab your raffle ticket while you can!

📍 Winner announced in December
💡 All proceeds support Garden programs and events

11/16/2025

Preserve the future of your garden! In this hands-on Seed Savers workshop, learn how to collect, clean, and store seeds from a variety of plants. A perfect fall activity.

Wednesday, Nov 19: 5-7:30pm at Cape Fear Botanical Garden

Please preregister at: capefearbg.org/events

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Also Happening in the Garden this Week
* Monday, Nov 17: Homeschool - FULL
* Tuesday, Nov 18: Tai Chi
* Thursday, Nov 20: Preschool - Mushroom Hunt
* Thursday, Nov 20: Yoga
* Thursday, Nov 20: Sip & Paint Coneflower Board
* Friday, Nov 21: Poinsettia Perfection Seminar
* Saturday, Nov 22: Adult Night Hike

Preregistration for Garden Events is strongly recommended.
It helps our instructors prepare materials and allows us to share important updates quickly. Walk-ins may not be able to be accommodated.

Get details and registration access at capefearbg.org/events

11/13/2025

As we enter the season of gratitude, we want to share one important date with you: Cape Fear Botanical Garden will again participate in Giving Tuesday through the Cumberland Community Foundation giving window.

November 24–December 2.

This year, gifts made through the Foundation will be amplified thanks to an extraordinary $500,000 match made possible by the generosity of: Cumberland Community Foundation, Fayetteville New Car Dealers Association, Holmes Security Systems, Elizabeth “Beth” Keeney, Carol and Sammy Short, Daphne and Ray Manning, and four anonymous donors.

If the Garden has ever brought you peace, joy, inspiration, or a moment to breathe, we hope you’ll mark your calendar.

When we care for the Garden, it cares for us.

This Giving Tuesday, join us in nurturing the place that brings beauty, connection, and a sense of balance to our community. Your support helps the Garden keep growing — and keep giving — all year long.

Mark your calendar and stay tuned for ways to be part of the harmony.

11/13/2025

Holiday Lights at the Garden returns to Cape Fear Botanical Garden from Dec. 5 through Dec. 22, 2025, on select nights.

11/12/2025

🎄✨ Be Part of the Magic at Holiday Lights! ✨🎄

Cape Fear Botanical Garden is looking for cheerful, reliable volunteers to help bring Holiday Lights at the Garden to life! From greeting guests to assisting with activities and creating a welcoming atmosphere, volunteers help make this beloved tradition shine.

If you love the holidays, twinkle lights, and spreading joy, we’d love to have you on our team.

🌟 Learn more and fill out our Volunteer Interest Form online: https://forms.gle/buPUnXTCMNJWsChu7

Come share the season with us — and help make this year’s event brighter than ever!

11/10/2025

Cape Fear Botanical Garden is proud to offer a daily military discount for active-duty service members, veterans, and their families. Just show a valid military ID at entry and enjoy General Admission to the Garden’s trails, river views, and play areas—any day of the year.

This Veterans Day week, we extend our heartfelt thanks for your service and sacrifice. We’re honored to be a place of peace, connection, and nature for our military community.

CFBG will be open 9a-5p on Tuesday, November 11.

Learn more about visiting the Garden: capefearbg.org/plan-visit

11/10/2025

Join us for a creative escape in our Harmony Haven: Pressed Leaf Art workshop. In this hands-on session, you’ll learn how to showcase the natural beauty of leaves through pressing and artistic arrangement.

* Thursday, Nov 13 * 6-7:30pm

Please preregister at capefearbg.org/event/harmony-haven-pressed-leaf-art-workshop/

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Also Happening in the Garden This Week:
* Monday, Nov 10: Homeschool Folk Art Painting: Butterflies & Moths
* Tuesday, Nov 11: Tai Chi
* Thursday, Nov 13: Mushrooms & Microbes Seminar
* Thursday, Nov 13: Yoga
* Saturday, Nov 15: Lantern Making Workshop
* Saturday, Nov 15: Family Program - Recycled Robots

Learn more about all Garden activities at capefearbg.org/events

11/06/2025

11/06/2025

Dear Santa,

This year, I’ve been mostly good. I’ve watered my plants (most of them), recycled, and stopped to smell the flowers—literally.

So instead of more socks or another coffee mug, I’m wishing for something a little greener… a Cape Fear Botanical Garden Membership! 🌿

It’s the gift that keeps on giving—beautiful gardens, peaceful walks, and a full calendar of events all year long.

P.S. You can grab my membership at capefearbg.org/memberships/. 🎁