Happenings

Free July Scavenger Hunt! July 4 – July 27 Free, no registration required! All site-wide   Celebrate Independence Day all July-long with a self-guided scavenger hunt across the grounds of Planting Fields! Each stop reveals a story of independence, resilience, and the natural world—woven through our historic landscape. Your Goal: Find 5 stops (see image to left!), collect a letter at each one, and unscramble the mystery word. Then return to the Visitor Center (open Friday – Sunday from 10am – 4pm) and enter the word into our alphabet-lock box to claim your prize: a vintage Planting Fields postcard! (1.....Read More

Join us for free Monthly Meditation sessions! Whether you're an experienced meditator or someone new to mindfulness, these sessions will offer a gentle yet profound way to quiet your thoughts, release stress, and experience the deep stillness that comes from aligning with the natural world.

Get your hands messy and your creativity flowing in this hands-on sculpture class with our partners, One River School of Art and Design!

Get ready for a wild adventure into the world of animals that come alive at night! Join us for an exciting Little Learners program for ages 2 – 5.

Celebrate YOU! This workshop for ages 5 – 12 will bring them on a exploration of the Main House, discovering fascinating portraits and more! Then they'll create their very own masterpiece – of themselves!

Get ready for a summer adventure like no other at our Nature Play Day Festival – where curiosity, creativity, and the great outdoors come together! Perfect for kids of all ages and their families, this hands-on event invites young explorers to dive into nature through exciting activities, fun crafts, and endless fun in the sun.

Take in the beauty of Planting Fields and be inspired by the landscapes all around you! This workshop for kids 5 – 12 is led by Planting Fields Foundation and One River Art & Design in Manhasset.

Don’t miss this fun-filled day of fresh air, discovery, and hands-on fun!

Join us for free Monthly Meditation sessions! Whether you're an experienced meditator or someone new to mindfulness, these sessions will offer a gentle yet profound way to quiet your thoughts, release stress, and experience the deep stillness that comes from aligning with the natural world.

Join us for an unforgettable live performance of Vivaldi’s "The Four Seasons", featuring award-winning violinist Lorenzo Mazzamuto in partnership with Chamber Players International. Whether you're a classical music lover, nature enthusiast, or just need an excuse to slow down and enjoy a beautiful day outside — this is for you. Bring your blanket, grab your crew, and let yourself be swept into the sounds of spring rains, summer breezes, and autumn leaves.

Step into an evening where music meets meaning. What begins in sound will unfold in dialogue, as visionary leaders explore how creativity and conservation can shape a more connected and resilient world!

Join us for a day of sport, fun, and philanthropy at the beautiful Mill River Club. This year’s event expands to include a Pickleball Tournament alongside our beloved Golf Classic. All proceeds benefit the Planting Fields Foundation’s mission to preserve the historic 409-acre Olmsted Brothers-designed estate and provide enriching educational programs.

Join us for an unforgettable evening with contemporary artist Sam Van Aken, Planting Fields Foundation’s 2025 Catalyst artist. Renowned for creating multi-fruit-bearing trees through the centuries-old art of grafting, Van Aken will present The Planting Fields Stand—a bold project blending innovation, ecology, and history. Guests will enjoy exclusive after-hours access to the Main House, the second-floor exhibition featuring Van Aken’s cyanotypes and herbarium specimens, plus a complimentary cocktail to toast the evening!

Join us for the opening of "The Planting Fields Stand" by 2025 Catalyst artist, Sam Van Aken! This exhibition opening celebrates The Planting Fields Stand, a living artwork of fruit trees that tells the story of this remarkable landscape. Enjoy an afternoon outdoors with crafts, seasonal treats, artist talks, and more as we explore the intersection of art, history, and horticulture.

Join us for free Monthly Meditation sessions! Whether you're an experienced meditator or someone new to mindfulness, these sessions will offer a gentle yet profound way to quiet your thoughts, release stress, and experience the deep stillness that comes from aligning with the natural world.

Enjoy enchanting chamber music in the magnificent Great Hall of the Main House at Planting Fields! More details for this concert coming soon.

Join us for a transformative day of reflection, unity, and spiritual renewal as we gather to celebrate the 2nd World Peace Prayer Day, led by H.E. Gegye Yongyal Rinpoche, the 3rd Reincarnate Buddhist Master.

This special event will begin with traditional sacred prayers and peace vows, setting the intention for harmony across the globe!

Get ready to lace up and hit the scenic trails at Planting Fields amid the vibrant colors of autumn for our 5th Annual 5K Walk/Run, a festive fall tradition for all ages and fitness levels!

Embrace the winter season at this intimate concert inside the cozy and charming Great Hall of the Main House at Planting Fields, featuring the music of Bach, Vivaldi, as well as holiday favorites!!