Nature Shake
Nature Shake will be back in 2026 on Saturday 5 September for an afternoon of free, hands-on nature-powered adventures!
2026 Program
Nature Shake 2026 features a number of fun hands-on nature, sustainability and creative activities.
Bark Canoe Making with Gumarra
Bird Spotting with Illawarra Birders
Buzzing about Native Bees with Australian Native Bee Association
Discover the fascinating world of the Illawarra’s native bees, from fluffy Teddy Bear Bees to shimmering Golden-Green Carpenter Bees. Learn why these unique pollinators are so important and take a peek inside a live native stingless bee hive. Visitors of all ages can also enjoy a hands-on craft activity, creating a bee-utiful native bee wristband or bookmark to take home. This free drop-in activity is a fun way to connect with nature and celebrate local wildlife.
Meet us at the info stall in front of Towri Centre (map ref K-11).
Creekline Critters with Green Connect
Flower Architecture
FOGO Fritters with the Green Team
Mud and Worm Farming
Nature Activities with Guardians of the Grassy Woodlands
Nature Playtime with Folkplay
Lake Illawarra Water Wonders
Loose Parts Play with Junkyard Rascals
Litter Olympics with Rise & Shine
Plant Sale by the Friends of Wollongong Botanic Garden
Poem Forest Writing Activities with Red Room Poetry
Rainforest Warrior Activities with Rainforest Wonders
Seed Bombs with Landcare
Silent Rhythms - Healthy Vibes Silent Disco with Healthy Cities
Stick Constructions
Gumboot Toss
The Gumboot toss will be back again for Nature Shake 2026. It's time to dust of the old gumboot and get ready to throw the perfect throw.
Plan your visit
The main hub of activity will be around the Garden's Education Centre, but there will be a range of activities scattered throughout the Garden!
- Public Transport: The best way to arrive is via public transport with the free shuttle bus stopping at Northfields Ave and connecting to North Wollongong train station.
- Driving: A limited number of car spaces are available at our car parks off Madoline Street or Murphys Avenue, or street parking is also available.
- Cycling: we have a number of bike racks at Garden entrances.
Download our Garden map PDF, 76 KB and find full details (including access and mobility) on getting here.
Updates and cancellations
Any updates or cancellations will be posted on this page and the Garden's Facebook and Instagram.