2026 Upcoming Festival Events
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Saturday, March 07, 2026
Fernbank Goes Wild
Saturday, 03/07/2026 - 10:30am to 2:30pm
Embark on a Wild Science Safari at Fernbank Science Center! Explore the Science Center like never before—uncovering fascinating creatures, carnivorous plants, and vibrant gardens. Dive into interactive experiences, take on hands-on science challenges, create cool life science projects, and get up close with real animals! Perfect for curious minds and adventurous families, this is more than just a visit—it’s a wild science adventure you won’t want to miss!
Stop by anytime for this drop-in event!
AUDIENCE(S): Adults, High School, Elem. School, Middle School, Preschool, Families
Biology of the Despised: Toads
Saturday, 03/07/2026 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Toads don't have the friendliest reputation, so this year at the Amphibian Foundation's special Atlanta Science Festival series, ‘Biology of the Despised’, we're turning our attention to toads! Amphibian Foundation is dedicated to raising awareness about the global decline of amphibians. Here in metro Atlanta, AF also works to address the urban pressures affecting our neighborhood amphibians, including toads, who are often overlooked or misunderstood. Toads may not be flashy, but they play a critical [..]
AUDIENCE(S): Families, Adults, High School, Middle School, Elem. School
Sunday, March 08, 2026
12th Annual Salamander Stroll
Sunday, 03/08/2026 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
Come on out to Clyde Shepherd Nature Preserve in Decatur and witness wildlife with the Research faculty and staff from Amphibian Foundation. Become ‘community scientists’ and perform an amphibian ‘bioblitz’ inventory of the preserve documenting salamanders and frogs in one of the greatest strongholds for amphibians inside of the perimeter! Everyone and their families are encouraged to attend and bring your cell phones to upload images of what we find to iNaturalist. Please note, we [..]
AUDIENCE(S): Families, Adults, High School, Middle School, Elem. School, Preschool
Sunday, March 15, 2026
Not Just Newts: Behind the Scenes with the Amphibian Foundation
Sunday, 03/15/2026 - 11:00am to 1:00pm
Decatur is home to a unique nonprofit dedicated to the conservation and research of amphibians amidst a global population decline. In 2016, the Amphibian Foundation formed to focus on conserving some of Georgia’s most imperiled species (Flatwoods Salamander, Gopher Frog, and Striped Newt). Since then AF has begun working on other native and globally endangered amphibians. Closed to the public, this is a chance to see the collections and meet Foundation staff working hard to [..]
AUDIENCE(S): Families, High School, Middle School, Elem. School, Preschool, Adults
Critter Quest: Helping Science Discover Your Backyard Critters
Sunday, 03/15/2026 - 2:00pm to 5:00pm
Ever wondered what critters live in your backyard? Interested in helping scientists know more about where those critters live? We've got just the event for you! At our Community Science Training event, you'll learn about organizations studying wildlife in Atlanta and how you can help through Community Science. Join scientists as we show you the ins and outs of how we study wildlife and how you can too. These trainings will include birds, amphibians, and [..]
AUDIENCE(S): Adults, Families, High School, Middle School, Elem. School, Preschool
