Chattahoochee Nature Center
Call:
(770) 992-2055
or visit
chattnaturecenter.org
<p>The Chattahoochee Nature Center is a private non-profit, 127-acre, award-winning, interpretive center dedicated to environmental education. Visitors particularly enjoy the new Gold level LEED-certified Discovery Center Museum and Nature Exchange with hands-on/minds-on exhibits that tell the Chattahoochee River's story.
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<p>Visitors are invited to bring a picnic, hike the woodland trails, meander through beautiful butterfly and native plant gardens or explore the river boardwalk while viewing native animals. A documentary film "Re-Imagine the Chattahoochee" is shown daily in the theater, and educational programs focus on ecology and natural science. </p>
Back to Nature Holiday Market
Saturday December 7, 2019 10:00 am EST
Shop local this holiday season at CNC. Explore local artisans who have unique hand-made and/or eco-friendly gifts for the holiday season. More than 40 vendors featuring art, jewelry, candles, children’s gifts, bath products, food, nature gifts, and more. Free admission all day is CNC’s gift to the c...
Cost: Free
Harvest on the 'Hooch
Sunday October 13, 2019 01:00 pm EDT
Join CNC and celebrate the harvest season during this important fundraiser for CNC. Harvest on the ‘Hooch celebrates the vital connections between the garden and plate. Guests will enjoy food tastings from top local Chefs, live bluegrass music, and samples from local craft breweries. Adults: $50 pre...
Cost: Free-$65
Wes Yoakam
Thursday September 26, 2019 06:30 pm EDT
Sunset Sips is a laid back, family friendly event and our grounds are open for you to explore. Grab a friend and head over for live local music, cash bar, and feel free to bring a picnic dinner! The program occurs the 2nd and 4th Thursday in June through September. Mark your calendars for the series...
Cost: Free-$10
Sunset Sips with Lauren Saint Jane
Thursday September 12, 2019 06:30 pm EDT
Sunset Sips is a laid back, family friendly event and our grounds are open for you to explore. Grab a friend and head over for live local music, cash bar, and feel free to bring a picnic dinner! The program occurs the 2nd and 4th Thursday in June through September. Mark your calendars for the series...
Cost: Free-$10
Sundays on the River with Shemekia Copeland
Sunday September 8, 2019 06:00 pm EDT
Presented by Northside Hospital
Special Thanks to Lee J. Howard Entertainment What better way to wrap up the weekend than an evening under the stars listening to live music with friends?
Live music fills the stage on the second Sundays, from May–September. Whether it’s a girls’ night, date night, or...
Cost: $16-$22
Double Vision - Atlanta Celebrates Photography
Sunday September 1, 2019 12:00 am EDT
September–November; Open Daily
Special Public Reception: October 5, 10 am
Roswell Fine Arts Alliance and Georgia Nature Photographers Association team up to present Double Vision, a gallery hanging that combines photography and painting. Beautiful shots by GNPA members are then painted by the talent...
Cost: Free-$7
Sunset Sips: Indee Kills the Pop Star
Thursday August 22, 2019 06:30 pm EDT
Sunset Sips is a laid back, family friendly event and our grounds are open for you to explore. Grab a friend and head over for live local music, cash bar, and feel free to bring a picnic dinner! The program occurs the 2nd and 4th Thursday in June through September. Mark your calendars for the series...
Cost: Free-$10
Sundays on the River Concert with Sam Lewis
Sunday August 11, 2019 06:00 pm EDT
Presented by Northside Hospital
Special Thanks to Lee J. Howard Entertainment What better way to wrap up the weekend than an evening under the stars listening to live music with friends?
Live music fills the stage on the second Sundays, from May–September. Whether it’s a girls’ night, date night, or...
Cost: $16-$22
Sunset Sips: Choppin' Wood
Thursday August 8, 2019 06:30 pm EDT
Sunset Sips is a laid back, family friendly event and our grounds are open for you to explore. Grab a friend and head over for live local music, cash bar, and feel free to bring a picnic dinner! The program occurs the 2nd and 4th Thursday in June through September. Mark your calendars for the series...
Cost: Free-$10
Summer Adventures Family Fun Day
Sunday August 4, 2019 12:00 pm EDT
Categories: Family, Festival, Nature, Outdoors
Presented by Northside Hospital Join us to celebrate the end of summer by canoeing and trying other outdoor skills. Enjoy crafts, face painting, and games, discover water science and conservation, and more. #CNCFamilyFun
Canoeing on Kingfisher Pond
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Cost: Free-$10
Sunset Sips with Webster
Thursday July 25, 2019 06:30 pm EDT
Sunset Sips is a laid back, family friendly event and our grounds are open for you to explore. Grab a friend and head over for live local music, cash bar, and feel free to bring a picnic dinner! The program occurs the 2nd and 4th Thursday in June through September. Mark your calendars for the series...
Cost: Free-$7
Sundays on the River Concert with Joe Alterman
Sunday July 14, 2019 06:00 pm EDT
Presented by Northside Hospital
Special Thanks to Lee J. Howard Entertainment What better way to wrap up the weekend than an evening under the stars listening to live music with friends?
Live music fills the stage on the second Sundays, from May–September. Whether it’s a girls’ night, date night, or...
Cost: $16-$20
Sunset Sips with Mark Miller Band
Thursday July 11, 2019 06:30 pm EDT
Sunset Sips is a laid back, family friendly event and our grounds are open for you to explore. Grab a friend and head over for live local music, cash bar, and feel free to bring a picnic dinner! The program occurs the 2nd and 4th Thursday in June through September. Mark your calendars for the series...
Cost: Free-$7
Sunset Sips: Ruby Reds
Thursday June 13, 2019 06:30 pm EDT
Looking for a laid back, family friendly event? Want to listen to fabulous local music, have a picnic dinner and explore the nature center at dusk? Grab a friend or your family and head over for live local music, cash bar included, at Sunset Sips. The program occurs the 2nd and 4th Thursday in June ...
Cost: Free-$7
Sundays on the River Concert: Freddy & Francine
Sunday June 9, 2019 07:00 pm EDT
Presented by Northside Hospital
Special Thanks to Lee J. Howard Entertainment
What better way to wrap up the weekend than an evening under the stars listening to live music with friends? Live music fills the stage on the second Sundays, from May–September. Whether it’s a girls’ night, date night, or...
Cost: $16-$22
Flying Colors Butterfly Festival - 20th Annual
Sunday June 2, 2019 12:00 pm EDT
Saturday, June 1, 2019 - 9 am - 3 pm
Sunday, June 2, 2019 - 12 pm - 5 pm Presented by Cox Enterprises
A great event to kick off summer and create amazing memories! The Flying Colors Butterfly Festival delights everyone all weekend at the Chattahoochee Nature Center with a myriad of butterfly and pol...
Cost: $8-$12
Flying Colors Butterfly Festival - 20th Annual
Saturday June 1, 2019 09:00 am EDT
Saturday, June 1, 2019 - 9 am - 3 pm
Sunday, June 2, 2019 - 12 pm - 5 pm Presented by Cox Enterprises
A great event to kick off summer and create amazing memories! The Flying Colors Butterfly Festival delights everyone all weekend at the Chattahoochee Nature Center with a myriad of butterfly and pol...
Cost: $8-$12
Date Night River Canoe Trip and Campfire
Saturday April 27, 2019 05:00 pm EDT
Categories: Outdoor; Canoe; Nature
Come relax with us on this adult-only evening paddle. Our canoe guides will lead you on a 2½-hour sunset trip, on which you will learn all about the Chattahoochee River and look for wildlife with our experienced naturalists. When you return to the nature center, we...
Cost: $30-$35
Water Drop Dash 5K Race and Festival
Saturday March 23, 2019 07:00 am EDT
Categories: Running
Presented by Metropolitan North Georgia Water Planning District
WaterDropDash
The Water Drop Dash 5K is a PEACHTREE QUALIFIER, FAST and FLAT course along the Chattahoochee River! Registration is limited – please register early through ACTIVE.COM to ensure your spot! The 7th annu...
Cost: $35
Flying into the Future
Sunday March 10, 2019 01:00 pm EDT
Categories: Family Fun; Festival
Presented by Northside Hospital
Flying into the Future is where science and nature collide to bring you activities focused on STEM, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. We are all about forward-thinking at this Family Fun Day! Come ready to learn about flying ...
Cost: Free-$10
Enchanted Woodland Wonders
Sunday December 9, 2018 02:00 pm EST
Presented by Northside Hospital
This holiday highlight brings you and your family live reindeer, performances, winter crafts, face painting, and more all under the twilight sky. Let CNC help you get in the holiday spirit, bring a picnic, and plan to enjoy our fun activities.
Live Reindeer from 2-5 p...
Cost: Included with General admission: $6 for Child/$10 Adult/$7 Seniors 65+/$7 Students 13-18/Free CNC Members & Kids 2 and under.
Back to Nature Holiday Market
Saturday December 1, 2018 10:00 am EST
Saturday, December 1, 10 am to 5 pm
The holiday season is quickly approaching! Are you looking for a way to fulfill your gift giving needs and support your local artisans? Come to our Holiday Market and check out our 40+ local vendors that are selling their hand-made and/or eco-friendly goods. It’s...
Cost: Free
Harvest on the 'Hooch
Sunday October 14, 2018 01:00 pm EDT
FARM TO TABLE GARDEN PARTY TASTING EVENT FEATURING TOP-NOTCH RESTAURANTS, LIVE BLUEGRASS AND SOUTHERN STYLE FAMILY FUN
The Chattahoochee Nature Center is pleased to welcome guests of all ages to an annual outdoor food and craft beer event, Harvest on the Hooch, celebrating the vital connections betw...
Cost: COST $45 Pre-Event / $50 Day of (Price includes all food/beer tastings and event activities)
Hours
Monday - Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday: 12 pm - 5 pm
