Celebrate Arbor Day in Louisville with TreeFest

Take nature hikes, learn how to identify tree species, and take home a free sapling to plant in your yard on Saturday, April 19.

A young person climbs a rock wall, surrounded by trees.

See the world the way trees do atop a rock climbing wall, part of the Treefest festivities.

Image via WHAS11

This weekend, make like a tree and leaf (the house) to celebrate Arbor Day — a couple of days early — with the third annual TreeFest on Saturday, April 11 at Thurman-Hutchins Park.

From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., TreeFest will include educational events rooted in experiencing nature.

  • Kick things off with an invasive plant removal at 11 a.m.
  • Learn about the sounds of plants in a workshop at 12 p.m.
  • Bring your binocs for a birding hike starting at 12:30 p.m., plus a second, family friendly birding hike at 2 p.m.
  • Enjoy crafts, rock climbing, food, and live music throughout the festival.

Volunteers will be planting trees throughout the park all day. Register if you’d like to branch out and lend a hand — lunch will be provided.