Spring in the WWF Reserves of Emilia‑Romagna: family‑friendly events

Spring in the WWF Reserves of Emilia‑Romagna: family‑friendly events calendar 2026

From 25 April to 2 June 2026 the WWF reserves across Emilia‑Romagna present a program for families and children, including educational workshops, guided tours and outdoor activities to introduce youngsters to biodiversity and nature protection.

Main events

• Giardini Margherita (Bologna) — Sunday 26 April 2026

  Opening of the teaching pond and the wild orchid garden. Program includes a nature drawing contest for children up to 11 years (15th edition), the exhibition "Le vie d'acqua a Bologna", guided pond tours, screenings of the documentary "The WWF urban oases of Bologna" (10:30-11:30 and 16:30-17:30) and displays of aquariums, a xylotheque and nest collections. All activities are free and do not require booking.

• Parco dei Cedri (San Lazzaro di Savena) — Sunday 26 April 2026

  Event "The oases symbolizing 60 years of WWF Italy." Meeting at 09:45 in front of Casa Gialla (Via Canova); interactive walk starts at 10:00 and ends around 11:30. Participation by reservation.

• Marine protection oasis (Rimini) — Sunday 3 May 2026

  Beach cleanup along Viale Ortigara. Meeting at 08:30 at the beach on the uphill side of the San Giuliano Mare dock; collection starts at 09:00 and ends with waste counting at 12:00. Activity focused on coastal protection and waste monitoring.

• Course "Sentieri di carta" (Codigoro) — from 19 April to 9 May 2026

  Multi‑session writing workshop inspired by the natural spaces of the reserve: 19 April (words and emotions, 14:30), 26 April (stories among the trees), 3 May (shared session), 9 May (us and animals; hand‑binding workshop). Binding workshop fee: €10; check prerequisites and times.

Practical information for families

• Attendance: some activities require booking, others are free and open access. Check the local reserve calendar.
• Clothing: wear comfortable outdoor clothing and closed shoes recommended for children.
• Beach cleanups: gloves are recommended. Check whether the organizers provide collection kits.
• Contacts: consult the reserve's local calendar or contact organizers for confirmation of times and meeting points.

When attending with children, pick activities suitable for their age and plan breaks; many of the proposals are designed to introduce young people to nature through hands‑on and engaging experiences.