NATURE AT NIGHT FESTIVAL 2025 at McDowell Nature Center

Description

Celebrate all things nocturnal during McDowell Nature Center's Annual NATURE AT NIGHT FESTIVAL! This fun-filled, educational event shines a spotlight on what nature has to offer after the sun goes down! The evening includes live animals, crafts, night hikes, wagon rides, s’mores, interactive booths and much more! Food Trucks will be on site for meals to purchase separately. This event is rain or shine. Please dress in layers to be outdoors during Fall weather. Goodie bags, snacks and water will be provided for all Volunteers. PLEASE CHOOSE 1 SHIFT ONLY WHEN SIGNING UP!

Day/Setup shift – 10AM-2PM: Set up of tables/chairs, tents, exhibits, etc.

Evening/Event shift – 3PM-9PM: Assist Park & Recreation/Nature Center staff with live animal stations, crafts, games, information tables, wagon ride, hikes, etc.

  • Volunteers must be at least age 16 for this event. 
  • TEAMS registering must enter all Volunteers' names and email addresses!

QUESTIONS? Contact Melissa.Olenick@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 980-722-2245 (mobile)

 

Details

Get Connected Icon Volunteers should be between the ages of 16 and 85.
Get Connected Icon Is Family Friendly
Get Connected Icon Is Outdoors
Inclement Weather Plan: Nature at Night is a RAIN OR SHINE EVENT!
Get Connected Icon Dress appropriately for the weather - layers are recommended for being outdoors!

Location

Get Connected Icon McDowell Nature Center/Preserve
15222 South York Road
Charlotte, NC  28278
Begins Duration Open Spots Respond
Sat Oct 18, 2025 @ 10:00am
to 2:00pm
4.00 hours 17 of 20
Sat Oct 18, 2025 @ 3:00pm
to 9:00pm
6.00 hours 37 of 50