SCHOOL VACATION WEEK PROGRAMS
Celebrate your school vacation at New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill. During February and April vacation weeks, the Garden bursts to life with family-friendly classes, hands-on workshops, nature hikes, scavenger hunts, and a themed drop-in playroom filled with crafts, games, and science investigations for kids of all ages.
Vacation week themes change every year, connecting kids and families with wonders of the natural world just beyond your doorstep. Learn, craft, create, tinker, play, and experiment together as you make unforgettable memories at the Garden.
Please note, New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill aligns its vacation week schedule with the Worcester Public Schools calendar.
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APRIL VACATION 2026
Saturday, April 18 through Thursday, April 23 | 10 AM–4 PM Daily
Calling all planet protectors! Embark on a journey around the globe as you step into our immersive, hands-on exploration room. Families and children of all ages can enjoy drop-in activities, creative crafts, and interactive games that bring the wonder of Earth to life. Discover incredible plants and learn how you can shape the future of our planet through fun-filled classes that spark curiosity and imagination. Along the way, you’ll learn how small actions can make a big impact. Join the mission to explore our wild world and defend Earth’s future together!
Free Drop-in Activities | All Ages
Explore Earth’s biomes from rainforest to tundra in our drop-in activity room. Discover the mysteries of our planet and how we can protect it as you investigate, play, and craft.
Saturday to Thursday, April 18 to 23, 10AM–4PM
Spring Discoveries | Ages 7-10
Join us for a week of hiking, crafting, and investigation, with new activities each day.
Monday to Friday, April 20 to 24, 9AM–3PM
M: $75 CHILD; NM: $85 CHILD
*priced per day, register for the whole week or choose specific days
Daffodil Days | Ages 4-8
Join us for a guided garden adventure and learn about our favorite spring blooms.
Saturday, April 18, 11AM–12 PM
M: $9 Child, $6 Adult; NM: $18 Child, $26 Adult
Planet Bots | 7-10
Build an Earth-loving superhero using recycled and natural materials, complete with a name and special abilities to save our planet.
Sunday, April 19, 10:30 AM–12 PM
M: $18 Child, $0 Adult; NM: $26 Child, $20 Adult
Biome Terrariums | Ages 5-12
Create a mini terrarium based on Earth’s amazing habitats and complete it with an animal that calls it home.
Monday, April 20, 10:30 AM–12 PM
M: $28 CHILD, $0 ADULT; NM: $36 CHILD, $20 ADULT
Upcycled Mosaics | Ages 7-12
Turn eggshells into a colorful mosaic masterpiece while learning how reducing, reusing, and recycling can protect the Earth.
Tuesday, April 21, 1:30–3 PM
M: $12 CHILD, $0 ADULT; NM: $20 CHILD, $20 ADULT
Garden Buds | Ages 3-5
Join us for circle time, a story, a take-home craft packet, and a guided garden adventure.
Wednesday, April 22, 10:30–11:30 AM
M: $8 Child, $0 Adult; NM: $16 Child, $20 Adult
Water Wizards | Ages 6-10
Learn about the water cycle and stormwater runoff as we hike, play games, and experiment.
Wednesday, April 22, 1–2 PM
M: $9 CHILD, $6 ADULT; NM: $18 CHILD, $26 ADULT
Seed Bombs | Ages 7-12
Learn about our favorite native plants and then craft an Earth-inspired seed bomb with pulp paper.
Thursday, April 23, 10:30AM–12 PM
M: $18 CHILD, $0 ADULT; NM: $26 CHILD, $20 ADULT
Twisted Trees | 8-12
Celebrate Arbor Day, learn about your favorite trees, and craft a unique wire tree sculpture with colorful beads.
Friday, April 24, 1:30–3 PM
M: $24 Child, $0 Adult; NM: $32 Child, $20 Adult
Check out our photo gallery from previous vacation week programs below.
