Apr
10
6:00 PM18:00
Apr
11
8:30 AM08:30
Spring Bird Walk with the Philly Queer Birders
Who’s ready for spring birding!? Join the Philly Queer Birders for a morning outing at The Woodlands!
Apr
14
7:30 PM19:30
Lea Bertucci: The Days Pass Quickly Immersed in the Shadow of Eternity
Presented by Penn Music and The Woodlands within the Hamilton Mansion.
Apr
25
11:00 AM11:00
Jan
24
10:00 AM10:00
Volunteer Site Work Day
We’re taking the opportunity to give the grounds a much-needed winter spruce-up!
Dec
24
to Jan 5
Office Holiday Break
The grounds will be open to visitors while the office is closed for a holiday break.
Dec
19
3:00 PM15:00
Celebrate the Winter Solstice
Celebrate the Winter Solstice by warming up next to a fire pit at your favorite green space.
Nov
1
to Nov 30
Ginkgo Watch 2025
Did you know the Ginkgo tree was first introduced to the US here at The Woodlands by our own William Hamilton? Come for a walk this Fall to see the glowing ginkgo leaves, tag your photos with @woodlandsphila and #GinkgoWatch
Oct
30
6:00 PM18:00
Members Halloween Party
The spookiest party this side of the Schuylkill is back! Members are invited to celebrate Halloween at The Woodlands on Mischief Night!
Oct
30
5:30 PM17:30
Pre-Halloween Party VIP Tasting for Patron Level Members
Join friends from Local 44 and Fell to Earth for an exclusive vermouth tasting before the Halloween Party!
Oct
14
10:30 AM10:30
Members Tour: The Woodlands Greatest Hits
A special tour for members of The Woodlands exploring the unique intersection of 18th century architectural and horticultural history, and 19th century cemetery history.
Oct
6
5:00 PM17:00
After Hours: Under The Full Moon
Celebrate spooky season at The Woodlands! Warm up by a fire pit and wander the historic Hamilton Core of The Woodlands by moonlight.
Oct
1
to Oct 7
Fat Groundhog Week
It’s time to find the fattest ‘hogs! Send us your best “Grass Bear” pictures and videos captured at The Woodlands by Tuesday, 9/30. We’ll host a tournament in our Instagram stories from 10/1 to 10/7!
Sep
27
10:00 AM10:00
POP Learning Orchard: Open Orchard Hours
Everyone is welcome to come out to the Woodlands to explore the POP Learning Orchard! The orchard will be open to visitors from 10 AM to 1 PM, and we invite you to come see what’s growing.
Sep
26
6:30 PM18:30
Karaoke in the Cemetery: A Night of Grief Karaoke
This project invites everyone to gather in the cemetery to sing, listen, dance, or make a raucous or emotional mess together, shattering cultural expectations that grief should be kept silent.
Sep
13
9:00 AM09:00
26 x 1 Mile Marathon Relay
A marathon relay to support The Woodlands - with a new date!
Sep
9
10:30 AM10:30
Not So Young Friends Tour: Women You Want To Know
Visit the women you want know at The Woodlands.
Sep
3
6:00 PM18:00
Runner's Happy Hour
Get excited for the 26×1-mile Marathon Relay with your fellow runners at The Woodlands!
Aug
21
5:30 PM17:30
Nature Night
Visit The Woodlands after dark to look for bats, and the magical fireflies showing off their luminescence.
Aug
19
10:30 AM10:30
CANCELLED - Not So Young Friends Tour: Cemetery Founders
Explore the history of The Woodlands Cemetery Founders.
Aug
6
6:00 PM18:00
Jul
27
10:00 AM10:00
POP Learning Orchard: Open Orchard Hours
Everyone is welcome to come out to the Woodlands to explore the POP Learning Orchard! The orchard will be open to visitors from 10-1pm and we invite you to come see what’s growing.
Jul
10
6:00 PM18:00
POSTPONED: Kid & Family Bird Walk with the Free Library
Join the Free Library and Philly Queer Birders for a family walk.
Jul
10
5:30 PM17:30
Jul
8
10:30 AM10:30
Not So Young Friends Tour: Medical History Makers
Explore the medical history buried at The Woodlands.
Jun
12
5:30 PM17:30
The Woodlands Annual Benefit
Join us at for a party in celebration of one of West Philadelphia’s most active, significant, and well-loved places.
May
17
10:00 AM10:00
May
13
10:30 AM10:30
Not So Young Friends Tour: Horticultural History
Explore the horticultural history of The Woodlands.
May
8
4:30 PM16:30
Woodlands Walk with Nurses Tour
Join the Barbara Bates Center for the Study of the History of Nursing and The Woodlands for a walking tour.
May
6
8:00 AM08:00
Feminist Bird Club Philly Migration Outing
Every May, the Feminist Bird Club does a series of more casual weekday outings all around the city — it's Maygration!
Apr
27
11:00 AM11:00
NOW 4/27: West Craft Fest
Due to rain, West Craft Fest will take place on Sunday, April 27th.
Apr
26
11:00 AM11:00
NOW 4/27: Bio Blitz with Green Philly
Explore urban biodiversity with the iNaturalist app, connect with nature, and contribute to local conservation efforts.
Apr
4
6:30 PM18:30
Mar
22
8:30 AM08:30
Spring Equinox Bird Walk with the Philly Queer Birders
Who’s ready for spring birding!? Join the Philly Queer Birders for a morning outing at The Woodlands!