Spring in the WWF Oases of Emilia‑Romagna: Events Calendar 2026

Spring in the WWF Oases of Emilia‑Romagna: Events Calendar 2026

From 25 April to 2 June 2026 the WWF Oases across Emilia‑Romagna present a varied program of outdoor activities to promote biodiversity and nature conservation. Offerings include guided tours, children's activities, coastal cleanups and themed workshops.

Main events

• Giardini Margherita (Bologna) — Sunday 26 April 2026

  Opening of the educational pond and the wild orchid garden. Program: children's nature drawing contest (up to 11 years, 15th edition), "Le vie d'acqua a Bologna" exhibition, guided pond tours, screenings of the documentary "WWF Bologna urban oases" (10:30-11:30 and 16:30-17:30) and observation of aquaria, xylotheque and nest collection. All activities are free and require no reservation.

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

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

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

  Beach and sea cleanup day along Viale Ortigara. Gathering at 08:30 at the seafront beach by the San Giuliano Mare dock; cleanup starts at 09:00 and ends with debris quantification at 12:00. Activity focused on coastal protection and waste monitoring.

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

  A multi-session writing workshop inspired by the oasis's natural spaces: 19 April (words and emotions, 14:30), 26 April (wild stories among the trees), 3 May (shared writing session), 9 May (us and animals; hand-binding workshop). Hand-binding fee: €10; check prerequisites and times before attending.

Practical information

During the event period the Oases host a variety of experiences: guided tours, family activities, nature observation and meetings with experts. Some events require prior booking while others are free and open access.

• Bookings: required where indicated—check in advance.
• Clothing: wear comfortable, outdoor-appropriate clothes.
• Cleanup activities: gloves are recommended; check if equipment is provided.
• Contacts: consult the local oasis calendar or contact organizers to confirm times and meeting points.

Where to go (example)

Giardini Margherita, Bologna — Viale Giovanni Gozzadini, 40136 Bologna (coordinates 44.4827156, 11.3524117). For other oases, check the local calendar or organizational contacts.