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https://piedmontgarden.org/event/fall-festival-2026/Join us for a fun-filled day at the Garden, where nature meets adventure! This year’s Fall Festival celebrates trees and is proud to be featured as part of ReLeaf Cville’s Tree Week. This event is free and open to the public, with activities for all ages.
Saturday, November 7th
Fall Festival 2026 Schedule
*Please note, the schedule may be subject to change and thunder and lightning cancels all events at the Garden.
9:30am-10:30am
Tree Walk-Join us for a unique outdoor experience that brings the trees of Piedmont Garden to life. Guided by our knowledgeable Tree Identification experts, Donna and Tom, this walk offers an engaging way to connect with nature.
9:30am-1:00pm
Fall Poetry Walk-While strolling the Garden view excerpts of nature inspired poems.
9:30am-1:00pm
Explore to Read-Explore the garden trails while discovering enlarged storybook pages.
9:30am-1:00pm
Garden Craft Table – All Ages-Enjoy a creating a craft inspired by the season.
9:30am-1:00pm
Explore the Garden with our New NEST Adventure Packs. Borrow this special gear bag that creates your own Garden adventure! Check out a bag from the Super Saturday event table. The first NEST adventurers will receive a special prize while supplies last!
10:00am-11:00am
500 Year Forest Walk – All Ages - Join us for a Walk through with the 500-Year Forest Foundation and explore the history and management of the Garden’s forested landscape.
10:00am-11:00am
Tree Care Workshop and Demonstration with Bartlett Tree Experts - Join Bartlett Tree Experts for a practical workshop on tree care, featuring a general tree care discussion, a tool-sharpening demonstration, and hands-on pruning demonstrations. For Adults only.
11:00am-12:00pm
Music in the Garden – The Garden has received a generous grant to feature a classical music performance series in the Garden. Each concert will feature a different group highlighting a variety of instruments and musical arrangements. Enjoy this free outdoor concert and bring chairs or blankets as seating is limited in our mini amphitheater. If it rains, the performance will take place under the tent. This program will conclude our Music in the Garden performances for the season and include Vivaldi’s Autumn as part of the performance.
1:00pm-2:00pm
Finger Labyrinth Guided Meditation – Amphitheater – Visitors can also take part in a finger labyrinth outdoor guided meditation among the trees.
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950 Melbourne Rd., Charlottesville, VA, United States, Virginia 22906
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