Upcoming Events

Guided Mindfulness Meditation with the Let's Meditate Initiative at Cornell Botanic Gardens
All are welcome to join this free, guided meditation session, led by Travis Winter, LCSW, in partnership with Cornell Botanic Gardens and the Nature Rx Initative. This meditation focuses on nature and is a chance for reflection and renewal at the end of the week. Sessions will take place at the Nevin Welcome Center in the Ten Eyck Room (2nd Floor). Let’s Meditate is a free, guided mindfulness meditation series, sponsored by Cornell Health in collaboration with numerous campus partners. Learn more at health.cornell.edu/meditate. To learn more about nature and wellbeing through the Nature Rx Intiiative at Cornell, visit naturerx.cornell.edu....

Guided Mindfulness Meditation with the Let's Meditate Initiative at Cornell Botanic Gardens
All are welcome to join this free, guided meditation session, led by Travis Winter, LCSW, in partnership with Cornell Botanic Gardens and the Nature Rx Initative. This meditation focuses on nature and is a chance for reflection and renewal at the end of the week. Sessions will take place at the Nevin Welcome Center in the Ten Eyck Room (2nd Floor). Let’s Meditate is a free, guided mindfulness meditation series, sponsored by Cornell Health in collaboration with numerous campus partners. Learn more at health.cornell.edu/meditate. To learn more about nature and wellbeing through the Nature Rx Intiiative at Cornell, visit naturerx.cornell.edu....

Banff Mountain Centre Film Festival Day 1
Saturday 2/21/26 at 7pm and again a second set of films on Sunday 2/22/26 at 3pm, see the Banff Mountain Film Festival at Bailey Hall. Sponsored by Cornell Outdoor Education this collection of outdoorsy and environmentally themed films is sure to get you excited about the outdoors. Tickets are available online at cornelltickets.com...

Banff Mountain Centre Film Festival Day 2
Sunday 2/22/26 at 3pm, see the Banff Mountain Film Festival at Bailey Hall. Sponsored by Cornell Outdoor Education this collection of outdoorsy and environmentally themed films is sure to get you excited about the outdoors. Tickets are available online at cornelltickets.com...

A Garden in Winter
Come enjoy a guided walk through the Mullestein Family Winter Garden with horticulturist Emily Norsen. This unique circular garden with its raised sandstone beds is designed as a showcase for plants with intriguing winter characteristics, such as evergreen foliage, colorful bark, persistent fruit, and unusual growth habits. Learn about the plants you can use to make your home landscape beautiful and enjoyable all year long and savor the peaceful splendor of a garden in winter. Warm, waterproof boots recommended. The program will be held indoors in the event of inclement weather. Pre-registration is required. Fee: $12 general admission; Free for...

Banff Mountain Centre Film Festival Day 2
Sunday 2/22/26 at 3pm, see the Banff Mountain Film Festival at Bailey Hall. Sponsored by Cornell Outdoor Education this collection of outdoorsy and environmentally themed films is sure to get you excited about the outdoors. Tickets are available online at cornelltickets.com...

Winter Wonders: Mindful Botany Walks
Join Cornell Botanic Gardens staff to observe the beauty and peacefulness of the season on these special winter versions of our popular “Mindful Botany” series. While exploring various paths and gardens near the Nevin Welcome Center, we will practice mindfulness by dedicating our attention to the present moment and fully observing and appreciating the surprising richness of nature in winter. Walks will be held rain, snow, or shine, but will be cancelled in the event of severe weather. Dates: Friday, January 23, 2026 12pm to 1pm Friday, February 27, 2026 12pm to 1pm Friday, March 20, 2026 12pm to 1pm Fee: Free; donations...

Guided Mindfulness Meditation with the Let's Meditate Initiative at Cornell Botanic Gardens
All are welcome to join this free, guided meditation session, led by Travis Winter, LCSW, in partnership with Cornell Botanic Gardens and the Nature Rx Initative. This meditation focuses on nature and is a chance for reflection and renewal at the end of the week. Sessions will take place at the Nevin Welcome Center in the Ten Eyck Room (2nd Floor). Let’s Meditate is a free, guided mindfulness meditation series, sponsored by Cornell Health in collaboration with numerous campus partners. Learn more at health.cornell.edu/meditate. To learn more about nature and wellbeing through the Nature Rx Intiiative at Cornell, visit naturerx.cornell.edu....

Discovery Cart Days in the Gardens
Visit Cornell Botanic Gardens and stop by our discovery cart inside the Nevin Welcome Center or around the gardens. Learning by Leading Youth Education team members will offer fun activities for everyone to learn about a variety of planty topics. Additional dates from 10 am - 12 noon: Saturday, February 7 Saturday, February 28 Saturday, March 7 Saturday, March 21 Saturday, April 11 Saturday, April 25 Saturday, May 2 Fee: Free; Donations welcome Instructors: Learning by Leading Youth Education Team Location: Cornell Botanic Gardens, in or near the Nevin Welcome Center...

Taughannock Falls State Park - Guided Hike
Grab a friend and join Cornell Outdoor Education (COE) for beginner-friendly guided winter hikes exploring the beautiful gorges near campus! Faculty, staff, students and community are all welcome! (Family friendly) Your COE guide will lead you on a 1-2 mile trail to some gorgeous waterfalls and scenery. All transportation is provided from Bartels Hall—we'll pick you up at 11:00 AM and have you back by 1:30 PM. No hiking experience necessary! $15 per person! Spots are limited please sign up on this google sheet - https://forms.gle/2G8P6VBhWx8hbUPe8 About Taughannock Falls State Park: Home to the tallest single-drop waterfall in the northeastern United...
