The Victoria Nature Festival has something for all nature lovers. This includes:
- all abilities walks
- sensory experiences
- digital programs.
Find your perfect event and enjoy the magic of nature.
Nature online
Experience nature from the comfort of your own home. We’ve curated several events and resources to inspire, even if you can’t get outdoors. So, grab a cuppa and click to connect with nature today.
Exploring all abilities walks
Parks are a great place for people of all abilities to enjoy nature. Watch a video series about some of the best all abilities walks and accessible experiences in Victoria’s parks.
Sensing nature: forest therapy walk at Lysterfield Lake Park
Everyone is welcome to the sensing nature walk on 15 September. The design of the forest therapy walk will suit low vision or blind participants and is co-guided by vision impaired guides.
Accessibility at Churchill Island
Churchill Island offers an accessible and inclusive experience. The island has a range of facilities for people of all abilities and sensory needs.
Accessibility at Zoos Victoria
Zoos Victoria is committed to creating an accessible environment for all our visitors. Here's how we go about it.
Live penguin TV – Victorian Nature Festival special
It’s spring in the largest colony of Little Penguins in the world. Join the fun on 15 September with Phillip Island Nature Parks Rangers and watch our Little Penguins waddle their way home online.
First Peoples Climate Justice Walk
On 17 September, walk in solidarity on a tour with our Aboriginal Learning Facilitator, Jakobi. Hear about the cultural knowledge of First Peoples and their role in protecting and caring for Country.
Climate Notes: how do you feel about Climate Change?
Climate change is our biggest challenge. On 12 to 18 September, Climate Notes invites you to explore your feelings about climate change through music, letter writing and moving image.
Waterway weed warriors
Enjoy a walk on 18 September at Birdsland Reserve with the Melbourne Water team. Learn about the impacts of weeds on the area and how they end up in our waterways. You’ll also learn how you can help.
Bandicoot knowledge trail
Join us on 20 to 21 September for a look at the southern brown bandicoot. Outreach Officer Eilish Roberts will share her insights on why the brown bandicoot is important to the environment.
Healthy Country: incorporating Indigenous knowledge in conservation
Hear from three Indigenous scientists on 15 September as they discuss how western science can embrace Indigenous knowledge to better care for Country.
Free school holiday nature play at Melbourne Zoo
Enjoy nature play at Melbourne Zoo during the spring school holidays from 18 September to 2 October.
Free school holiday nature play at Werribee Open Range Zoo
Enjoy nature-play at Werribee Open Range Zoo between 18 September to 2 October. Kids under 16 can visit free in the school holidays. So, join in the fun and learn how you can help Australian wildlife.
Free school holiday nature play at Healesville Sanctuary
Experience nature play at Healesville Sanctuary between 18 September to 2 October. Kids under 16 can visit free during school holidays. Join in the fun and learn how you can help Australian wildlife.
Forest Therapy: a green prescription for a healthier you - Melbourne
From 18 to 25 September, learn about how forest bathing can calm your mind with guided wellbeing experiences.
Forest Therapy: a green prescription for a healthier you - Cranbourne
From 18 to 25 September, learn about how forest bathing can calm your mind with guided wellbeing experiences at Cranbourne Gardens.
Great Vic Nature Walk 18 September 2022
Register your participation to go in the draw to win some wild prizes from our festival partners. Learn more about the Great Vic Nature Walk.
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