Parks and Recreation Events

Join Penn State Master Gardeners celebrating Arbor Day with a leisurely stroll to learn about the trees and plants at The Harrisburg Cemetery Arboretum.

Stop by the Tavern House Summer Kitchen to watch as one of our history educators hand-makes a traditional style fishing net from natural cordage. This is a drop-in event; no registration is necessary.

Every Tuesday (weather permitting), enjoy a moderately-paced walk around Wildwood Lake while enjoying the trees and animals at the park.

Meet Rick and Peggy Price at the Nature Center Parking Lot to search for spring migrants. This can be the best walk of the year when it comes to the variety of species seen. Warblers, phoebes, wrens, orioles, other songbirds and raptors are all a possibility.

Join us at Garden Faire as we kick off the museum and festival season at Fort Hunter Mansion and Park. Families can participate in a variety of activities, view exhibits in the Centennial Barn, tour the Fort Hunter Mansion, enjoy lunch in the Tavern House, among many other fun activities.

Every Tuesday (weather permitting), enjoy a moderately-paced walk around Wildwood Lake while enjoying the trees and animals at the park.

Curious about edible plants and how to utilize them to create yummy spring recipes? Join Naturalists at Wildwood Park to learn how to cook a light lunch using a few spring ephemerals. Space is limited. Pre-registration required.

Join Plantscapes By Design at Fort Hunter Park for an evening of planter fun!

Join the Friends of Wildwood for their fifth annual dog event! This will be a unique opportunity to honor your favorite furry friends and celebrate the wonders of Wildwood Park.

Every Tuesday (weather permitting), enjoy a moderately-paced walk around Wildwood Lake while enjoying the trees and animals at the park.