Hummingbird Week: Family Nature Hour

Most of the events take place at Reedy Creek Nature Center, but other nature centers and recreation centers might also have Hummingbird Week events and activities.

We are listing some of the free events below, but to see all the events and activities, click here.

Reedy Creek Nature Center
3986 Rocky River Road, Charlotte, NC

McDowell Nature Center
15222 York Road, Charlotte, NC

Stevens Creek Nature Center
15700 Thompson Road, Mint Hill, NC

Quest at Latta Nature Preserve
6345 Sample Road, Huntersville, NC

Eastway Regional Recreation Center
3150 Eastway Park Drive, Charlotte, NC

Hummingbird Week: Family Nature Hour
Monday, August 12, 2024
2 to 3 p.m.
Reedy Creek
Free (register)
All ages

Uncover why this is a special time of year for the hummingbirds living in Reedy Creek Nature Preserve. Discover where they are going and what they need to get there. Search for hummingbirds at the feeders and in the garden. All ages welcome! Adult participation required if under 18.

Hummingbird Week: Tuesday Morning Storytime
Tuesday, August 13, 2024
10 to 10:30 a.m.
Reedy Creek
Free (register)
All ages

Come listen to an engaging story about hummingbirds as we continue to celebrate Hummingbird Week. Adult participation required if under 18.

Hummingbird Week: Wednesday Afternoon Storytime
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
3 to 3:30 p.m.
Reedy Creek
Free (register)
All ages

Come listen to an engaging story about hummingbirds as we continue to celebrate Hummingbird Week. Adult participation required if under 18.

Hummingbird Week: Sprouts Explore
Thursday, August 15, 2024
10 to 11 a.m.
Reedy Creek
Free (register)
Ages 3-7

Come discover all about hummingbirds and their importance. Bring your child to our Sprouts EXPLORE programs for nature-focused classroom activities along with outdoor time to explore what we discovered. Adult participation required.

Hummingbird Week: Hummingbird Habitat Walk
Friday, August 16, 2024
9:30 to 11 a.m.
Reedy Creek
Free (register)
All ages

Starting in the Reedy Creek Gardens we will delight in our Hummingbird friends and talk about what type of habitat needs they have. We will then journey onto the trails and into the woods to explore a variety of habitats, how they are used and who they share them with. Must be able to walk up to 2 miles on uneven terrain. Adult participation required if under 18.

Hummingbird Week: Bird Banding with Susan Campbell
Saturday, August 17, 2024: Register
Sunday, August 18, 2024: Register
8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Reedy Creek
Free (register)
All ages

The best way to know how to help hummingbirds is by doing research and keeping a close eye on their health. Susan Campbell will be trapping, measuring, and tagging hummingbirds at Reedy Creek and you can witness her work up close. Adult participation required if under the age of 18.

Susan is a licensed hummingbird bander and lead hummingbird researcher in North Carolina. She has been working with hummingbirds for over 15 years as a research affiliate with the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences.

When you enroll you will select a 45-minute slot that will start every hour on the hour from 8 am to 11 am.

Hummingbird Week: Hummingbird Challenges
Saturday, August 17, 2024
9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Reedy Creek
Free (register)
All ages

Flap your wings as fast as possible, collect nectar from a flower, and avoid a giant web. Come test your skills and see how they compare to a hummingbirds at this drop-in program! Adult participation required if under 18.

Hummingbird Week: The Mighty Migrants with Judy Walker
Saturday, August 17, 2024
1 to 2:30 p.m.
Eastway Regional Recreation Center
Free (register)
Ages 18+

Discover how amazing hummingbirds are with a presentation by Judy Walker from the Mecklenburg Audubon Society. Hopefully observing hummingbirds on our hummingbird feeders in our wildflower garden afterwards.

Hummingbird Week: Saturday Open Classroom
Saturday, August 17, 2024
1 to 3 p.m.
Reedy Creek
Free (register)
All ages

Drop by the classroom at Reedy Creek Nature Center to discover the life and importance of a treasured, migrating pollinator! Participate in hands-on activities, crafts, and more to investigate this special bird species.

Hummingbird Week: Gardening for Hummingbirds
Sunday, August 18, 2024
10 to 11 a.m.
Reedy Creek
Free (register)
Ages 14+

Explore the Reedy Creek Native Plant Gardens and observe landscape features that create a successful hummingbird habitat. Discover practical tips to attract hummingbirds to your outdoor space and transform your garden or porch into a hummingbird haven. Adult participation required if under 18.

Hummingbird Week: Sunday Open Classroom
Sunday, August 18, 2024
1 to 3 p.m.
Reedy Creek
Free (register)
All ages

Drop by the classroom at Reedy Creek Nature Center to discover the life and importance of a treasured, migrating pollinator! Participate in hands-on activities, crafts, and more to investigate this special bird species.