Marvelous Mondays 2025

July 7, 14, 21, 28 and August 4 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Mondays are marvelous in The Children’s Garden! Join us for kids’ crafts led by Volunteens, and explore weekly themes about Pennsylvania native animals and plants, birds, exploring the outdoors, gardening, and teen initiatives in the green industry. Come back each week to discover new activities and greet special guests. Additional guests may be added! Included in admission, free for members.

Themes:
July 7: Pennsylvania Natives with ZooAmerica and the Pennsylvania Game Commission
July 14: Birds with Quittapahilla Audubon Society and the Pennsylvania Game Commission
July 21: Get Outdoors
July 28: Gardening with Penn State Master Gardeners and Commonwealth Charter Academy AgWorks Mobile Unit
August 4: Youth Scientist Day with the Governor’s Youth Council for Hunting, Fishing and Conservation

Scavenger Hunts

Whether you’re looking for a fun way for your family to learn more about the Gardens or just want to help your little ones discover the many wonders of nature, kids of all ages will love Hershey Gardens’ Scavenger Hunts! 

Simply print the hunts below and bring them with you.

Fall & Winter Bird Search

Rock Garden Scavenger Hunt

Flower Power Scavenger Hunt

Coloring Page

Kids, print and color this page of fairies in the garden! Plus, learn how to create your own “fairy garden” at home.

Print PDF

Can you Find Filbert?

Filbert will be hopping around to new hiding spots all over the Gardens in July and August! Kids can look for the special clue to his location as they enter the Gardens. Use the clue to find him – and learn a fun fact about his hiding spot!