NatureFest in Runnymede Park

195 Herndon Parkway,Herndon VA 20170

26 September, 2021

Description

NatureFest 2021 is a family-friendly, hands-on nature event, which spotlights the animals, plants, and insects that live in Runnymede Park. Event participants can visit different nature stations, which include bees, butterflies, web of life, live animal shows, and arts and crafts. Exhibitors include Arts Herndon, Blue Ridge Wildlife Center, George Mason University, Virginia Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife Rescue League, and the town’s department of Public Works. Please bring a water bottle. Parking: - Free parking is available at the Herndon Police Station, 397 Herndon Parkway, a third of a mile south of the park entrance and there will be a free shuttle bus. Please wear a mask on the shuttle. - Additional parking is available at Hunters Creek Swim Club, 417 Queens Row St. - Limited handicap parking will be available at the event. - No parking is available along Herndon Parkway. NatureFest is produced jointly by the Town of Herndon Parks and Recreation Department and the Friends of Runnymede Park. The Town of Herndon Parks and Recreation Department enriches the lives of our residents, serve as stewards of Town resources, and foster a sense of community by providing diverse, accessible and valued parks, facilities and recreation programs. Parks and Recreation offers physical and leisurely activities for the community, supports the local arts, and collaborates with virtually every community group, building cooperation and cohesiveness in Herndon and the surrounding communities.