Events

Turtle Bay’s Discovery Camps are an opportunity for 7 – 12 year olds to participate in various science activities, crafts, games, and more! At Turtle Bay, we encourage collaboration, creative thinking, and interactive hands-on learning that builds on prior knowledge. We encourage campers to try new and different activities. Throughout the week, campers will also have the opportunity to attend various Turtle Bay programs, visit the Parrot Playhouse, and exhibitions. We make safety a priority; registration is limited to allow social distancing and safe practices. Daily pre-screens, temperature checks, no-contact pick up and drop off, and thorough daily cleaning protocols will be implemented throughout each week. Read More

Turtle Bay’s Discovery Camps are an opportunity for 7 – 12 year olds to participate in various science activities, crafts, games, and more! At Turtle Bay, we encourage collaboration, creative thinking, and interactive hands-on learning that builds on prior knowledge. We encourage campers to try new and different activities. Throughout the week, campers will also have the opportunity to attend various Turtle Bay programs, visit the Parrot Playhouse, and exhibitions. We make safety a priority; registration is limited to allow social distancing and safe practices. Daily pre-screens, temperature checks, no-contact pick up and drop off, and thorough daily cleaning protocols will be implemented throughout each week. Read More

Join us for the Palo Cedro Flea Market/Vintage Fair. Come and support local vendors, artists, crafters and small businesses while scoring yourself some unique gifts. There will be food, jewelry, quilts, metalwork, CBD products, lavender products, arts, crafts, and much more. The Farmers Market is respecting COVID-19 rules. Read More

The Thanksgiving Day Family Tradition continues “socially”...Online, at a distance. Walk the 2.5 miles or Run the 6 miles from any location you choose! Track your course on any running app. A virtual race is a race that can be run (or walked) from any location you choose. You can run, jog, or walk anyplace you like, from anywhere you like! No Paperwork, No Registration Cost, JUST FUN!! Read More

This holiday season, begin a whole new tradition of lights and festivities and discover an immersive experience for the entire family with the Redding Garden of Lights at Turtle Bay’s McConnell Botanical Gardens. Create new and lasting memories this year with all the unique colors, sounds, and scents of the winter season throughout Turtle Bay’s curated gardens adjacent to the Sundial Bridge and the Sacramento River in Redding, California. Explore winding paths leading though 10 acres of artfully illuminated and immersive displays exhibiting world-class design. Celebrate the natural world with wildlife and plant themed exhibits unique to our region. Enjoy cheerful amenities and community spaces throughout the gardens, including holiday-themed drinks, gifts, and food. Warm-up by the fire with s’mores and holiday songs from yesterday and today. Take an unforgettable ride on the holiday express train on select days and locations. Read More

Bring your notebooks and cameras for this participant-driven program. We’ll make our way through the Gardens with frequent stops for discussions about (what else?) plants! Meet at the West Entrance of Gardens 1155 Arboretum Drive (located off of Arboretum Drive next to the McConnell Arboretum & Botanical Gardens Nursery). Read More

We are proud to open our Museum doors with lights dimmed, minimal sounds, and a relaxed atmosphere. Sensory Hour is an event for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and/or differently-abled and their families to experience the Museum at their own pace. Our goal is to make Sensory Hour a comfortable environment for children with a variety of sensory differences. Our trained staff and volunteers will be on hand to answer any questions you have, and if necessary, direct you to a quiet space that provides a chance to cool down and take a break. Families are welcome to stay the remainder of the day to explore the rest of the Park. Per our COVID-19 health guidelines, hands-on sensory bins, fidget toys, and other resources will not be provided for Sensory Hour participants at this time. Participants are always welcome to bring their own fidgets, ear protection, and other sensory resources to the Park. This program is free, however, pre-registration is required and space. Read More

This holiday season, begin a whole new tradition of lights and festivities and discover an immersive experience for the entire family with the Redding Garden of Lights at Turtle Bay’s McConnell Botanical Gardens. Create new and lasting memories this year with all the unique colors, sounds, and scents of the winter season throughout Turtle Bay’s curated gardens adjacent to the Sundial Bridge and the Sacramento River in Redding, California. Explore winding paths leading though 10 acres of artfully illuminated and immersive displays exhibiting world-class design. Celebrate the natural world with wildlife and plant themed exhibits unique to our region. Enjoy cheerful amenities and community spaces throughout the gardens, including holiday-themed drinks, gifts, and food. Warm-up by the fire with s’mores and holiday songs from yesterday and today. Take an unforgettable ride on the holiday express train on select days and locations. Read More

When you visit the SGA Farmer's Market's, you will find friendly vendors selling a variety of fresh/locally grown fruits, vegetables, nuts, eggs and meats. You can also find fresh flowers, oils, honey, plants, baked goods/breads and prepared foods as well as local artisan goods. Read More

This holiday season, begin a whole new tradition of lights and festivities and discover an immersive experience for the entire family with the Redding Garden of Lights at Turtle Bay’s McConnell Botanical Gardens. Create new and lasting memories this year with all the unique colors, sounds, and scents of the winter season throughout Turtle Bay’s curated gardens adjacent to the Sundial Bridge and the Sacramento River in Redding, California. Explore winding paths leading though 10 acres of artfully illuminated and immersive displays exhibiting world-class design. Celebrate the natural world with wildlife and plant themed exhibits unique to our region. Enjoy cheerful amenities and community spaces throughout the gardens, including holiday-themed drinks, gifts, and food. Warm-up by the fire with s’mores and holiday songs from yesterday and today. Take an unforgettable ride on the holiday express train on select days and locations. Read More