Arbor Day Festival 2025

The Arbor Day Festival\Saturday, April 26 and Sunday, April 27
10am – 4pm
$30 per car 
Rain or Shine
 

A Note for This Weekend: We’re excited to welcome you to Arbor Day Festival, taking place on Saturday, April 26 and Sunday, April 27 from 10am to 4pm – a fun-filled celebration for all ages!

This is a rain or shine event, so please dress appropriately and be ready to enjoy the festivities, no matter the weather! Considering the current weather forecast, we want to ensure everyone has the best possible experience. All tickets purchased for Saturday, April 26 will be honored on Sunday, April 27.

Guests will enter through the Carshalton Gates, where you’ll receive a wristband that grants access to all festival areas and activities. See more details about the event below:

Join us for the annual Arbor Day Festival on Saturday, April 26 and Sunday, April 27 from 10am – 4pm as we celebrate the importance of trees and environmental conservation. Hosted by Planting Fields Foundation and New York State Parks, this two-day celebration promises a weekend of family-friendly fun!

The Arbor Day Festival serves as a reminder of the essential role that trees play in sustaining our planet and not only celebrates the many benefits that trees provide – including improved air quality, reduced carbon emissions, enhanced biodiversity, and prevention of soil erosion – but also serves as a catalyst for action toward environmental preservation.

What can you expect this year at the Arbor Day Festival? View the map below or click here!
Kids Tree Climb from Wonderland Tree Care + Landscapes
Kids Nature Crafts
Tree Seedling Giveaway
Tree Planting Ceremonies with Smokey Bear
Live Music 
Ask-the-Experts – Plant Clinic
Jugglers
️Caricatures & Face Painting
Magic Shows
Kids Blow Up Slide
Food Trucks
Self-Guided Tours of the Main House (not included in admission)
Scavenger Hunts
Shop Bulbs and Plants

For more information, please contact Lilly McGurk, Stewardship Director, at lmcgurk@plantingfields.org. 

Join the ranks of our incredible sponsors and partners and reach new audiences!

If you are part of a group or organization interested in joining us at the Arbor Day Festival or collaborating on the event with us, please contact Lilly McGurk, Stewardship Director, at lmcgurk@plantingfields.org.

See these partners and sponsors at the Arbor Day Festival: 

By registering for this event, you consent to Planting Fields Foundation photographing and filming during the event. These images may be used for promotional purposes, including social media, on our website, newsletters, grant requests, reports. As it may not be feasible to identify individuals who may wish to opt out, your registration implies your consent to be photographed. If you have any concerns, please contact us at lmcgurk@plantingfields.org