Pollinator Festival 2026

Pollinator Festival Returns ~ Dancing Oaks Nursery

Join us to celebrate the long-awaited return of the Dancing Oaks Pollinator Festival on Saturday, June 20th, during National Pollinator Week

Pollinators of all kinds - insects, birds, and mammals - are vital to our food production system and the vitality of our natural environments. As home gardeners, we have the power to support pollinators by dedicating even small corners of our gardens with plants that provide food and habitat.

The festival will feature local food vendors, hands-on educational activities for both kids and adults, and a selection of pollinator-friendly plants available for purchase and giveaway throughout the day.

Local education partners will be on hand to answer all your pollinator and gardening questions. We’ll be sharing the full list of participating organizations soon. Stay tuned!

The entire nursery is open during the event, so you’re welcome to browse the greenhouses and gardens while you’re here!

Free Activities for Kids & Adults:

  • Garden Tours: 1pm & 3pm lead by nursery co-owner
  • "Show & Tell" and "Q & A" tables (see the list of participating Educational Organizations below)
  • Pollinate-the-Flower Bee Toss: try to "fly" the bee to land on the right spot on different flower types (game provided)
  • Make your own simple Mason Bee Nest Box to take home (materials provided while supplies last)
  • Pollinator Photo Opp and Photo Contest (photo cutout board provided, bring your own camera or cell phone)
  • ...and more! Check back again for more info.