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 systems 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. Together, we can create essential micro-ecosystems that work together to support our pollinators.

The day will include local food vendors, educational activities for all ages, pollinator-friendly plants for sale and giveaway, and opportunities to connect with regional gardening and conservation organizations. The entire nursery will be open during the event, so guests are encouraged to explore the gardens and greenhouses throughout the day.

Local education partners will be on hand to answer all your pollinator and gardening questions.

Participating organizations include:

- Linn County Master Gardeners Association

- Mid-Willamette Bird Alliance

- Oregon Bee Project

- Oregon Bee Atlas 

- Oregon Flora

- Oregon Trail Honey Farms

- Pollinator Steward Program

- OSU Extension Polk County Master Gardener Program

- Polk Soil and Water Conservation District

- Wild Wisdom Wool

Food Trucks: 

Divine Distillers, new owners of 1859 Cider Company

INFUSION Coffee & Such

Vianney's Tamales

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.

 

Take Action – Native Plant Society of Oregon