AutumnFest Celebration and Arbor Day Ceremony

Come join us and enjoy A FREE community event for all ages. This harvest-time family-friendly event held at the Chesapeake Arboretum is hosted by the Chesapeake Arboretum Board and Chesapeake Parks, Recreation and Tourism. Discover and explore this 48-acre “Nature’s Classroom” designated as a Virginia Treasure.

• Children's crafts, farm animals, face painting and straw bale maze
• Tree planting demonstration and tree seedlings giveaway
• Guided nature trail and garden tours
• Educational information, vendors and concessions

Join us for the Arbor Day ceremony at 11:00 AM as we celebrate the City of Chesapeake's 35th annual Arbor Day event, recognizing Chesapeake’s commitment to trees with a proclamation from the Mayor

This is a Virginia Green certified event. For more information on the Virginia Green program, please click here.