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04/11/2026 10:00 am
Join guided wildflower walks and explore the iconic bluebell blooms. Meet live animals and learn about local wildlife. Discover nature exhibits from local partners and experts. Enjoy live music along the riverbank. Create kid-friendly crafts and hands-on nature activities. Savor delicious bites from local food offerings. Delight in kids’ games and a lively puppet…
Explore nature’s pantry and learn how to identify edible plants, create simple herbal remedies and forage safely with expert guidance. Hands-on programs for all experience levels.
04/17/2026 12:00 pm to 04/17/2026 5:00 pm
Spend your Friday exploring together at the Riverbend Nature Center. Family Fun Fridays offer relaxed, self-guided play that encourages curiosity, creativity and hands-on learning. Families explore at their own pace through rotating activity stations focused on science and nature discovery.
04/18/2026 10:00 am
(4-Adult) Jump into spring with a guided nature hike along one of our many trails here at Riverbend Park. Each week we will explore a new section of the park. Find early spring ephemeral flowers along the forest trails. Observe tapoles, turtles and other aquatic life in Carper's pond or catch a glimpse of the bald eagles along the Potomac Heritage Trail.
04/18/2026 2:30 pm to 04/18/2026 4:00 pm
(8-Adult) Combine your interests with a guided Pokémon Go hike at Riverbend Park. Learn about nature while enjoying playing Pokémon Go with your family or friends. Participants must be familiar with Pokémon Go, supply their own smart device, and have Pokémon Go already installed. Backup battery or charger recommended. Program will be outdoors, so…
04/25/2026 10:00 am
(8-Adult) In celebration of the Fairfax County 250th anniversary commission participants will hike on the Potomac Heritage Trail and engage in activities such as archery and exploration to learn about the cultural history of Riverbend Park. Participants will be able to tie connections between past and present-day events at the park. This program links to the VA250 and…
04/25/2026 10:00 am to 04/25/2026 11:00 am
(5-Adult) Snakes, skunks, and slugs get a bad reputation for being slimy, stinky, or even dangerous. In this class we will learn the ecological importance of some of our park's native animals in hopes of instilling a new appreciation and wonder about these misunderstood misfits.
05/01/2026 12:00 am to 05/01/2026 5:00 pm
Spend your Friday exploring together at the Riverbend Nature Center. Family Fun Fridays offer relaxed, self-guided play that encourages curiosity, creativity and hands-on learning. Families explore at their own pace through rotating activity stations focused on science and nature discovery.
05/02/2026 10:00 am to 05/02/2026 11:30 am
(4-Adult) Jump into spring with a guided nature hike along one of our many trails here at Riverbend Park. Each week we will explore a new section of the park. Find early spring ephemeral flowers along the forest trails. Observe tapoles, turtles and other aquatic life in Carper's pond or catch a glimpse of the bald eagles along the Potomac…
05/15/2026 12:00 pm
Spend your Friday exploring together at the Riverbend Nature Center. Family Fun Fridays offer relaxed, self-guided play that encourages curiosity, creativity and hands-on learning. Families explore at their own pace through rotating activity stations focused on science and nature discovery.
05/29/2026 12:00 pm
Spend your Friday exploring together at the Riverbend Nature Center. Family Fun Fridays offer relaxed, self-guided play that encourages curiosity, creativity and hands-on learning. Families explore at their own pace through rotating activity stations focused on science and nature discovery.