Wildflower and Pollinator Festival at Brooker Creek Preserve
- When: Saturday, October 3, 2026, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: Brooker Creek Preserve, 3940 Keystone Rd, Tarpon Springs, FL 34688
- Cost: Free
Celebrate the beauty of Florida’s native wildflowers and discover the remarkable pollinators that keep our ecosystems thriving during the annual Wildflower & Pollinator Festival at Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center.
The free festival is presented by the Pinellas County Parks and Conservation Resources Department with generous support from the Friends of Brooker Creek Preserve.
Festival Highlights
Visitors of all ages can learn how native wildflowers support butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, moths, beetles, and countless other wildlife while discovering simple ways to create pollinator-friendly landscapes at home. Throughout the Education Center Campus you can discover:
Native Plant Sale featuring Florida-friendly native plants from regional growers (while supplies last)
Wildflower Quest along the Education Center Trail (last quest begins at 1:00 p.m.)
Educational encounters with naturalists and interactive learning stations
Kids' make-and-take nature crafts
Beeswax candle-making activity (while supplies last)
Honeybee observation hive
Educational information tables hosted by local conservation organizations and community partners
Temporary wildflower and pollinator tattoos courtesy of Kate Dolamore Art (while supplies last)
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The Exhibit Hall and Nature Store will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Refreshments will be available for purchase, and naturalists will be stationed along the trails to answer questions about the preserve's plants, wildlife, and habitats.
Whether you're an experienced gardener, a nature enthusiast, or simply looking for a fun family outing, the Fall Wildflower & Pollinator Festival offers something for everyone. Come rain or shine. Activities are subject to change.
- Website: www.explore.pinellas.gov
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- Category: Free
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