Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center is thrilled to invite the community to Day of Play 2026 on Saturday, July 25 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The free family-friendly event invites guests of all ages to learn, explore, and celebrate healthy living in Olivewood’s beautiful garden. During Day of Play, families will participate in nutrition, gardening, STEAM (Science, technology, engineering, art, and math) activities, take-home crafts, physical activities and games, cooking demonstrations from the Kitchenistas, raffle prizes and so much more! Day of Play is a day filled with interactive fun, outdoor exploration, and inspiration for the whole family to come together to play, learn, and celebrate the joy of living well. Registration is optional but encouraged. Pre-registration will enter attendees into a raffle to win a spot in an upcoming family cooking class. Registration is now open at olivewoodgardens.org/day-of-play Attendees will enjoy: - Hands-on STEAM, nutrition, and gardening activities - Cooking demonstrations from Olivewood’s Kitchenistas® - DIY crafts, outdoor games, and physical activity stations - Interactive booths, raffle prizes, and community partner showcases - FREE trolley rides to and from the National City Library courtesy of KPBS Kids Day of Play is made possible thanks to generous support from community partners and sponsors including: KPBS Kids, Old Town Trolley, First 5, National City Public Library, Fleet Science Center, Natural History Museum, San Diego County Master Gardeners Association, National Marine Mammal Foundation, San Diego Community Power, Tree San Diego, Ocean Connectors, Resource Conservation District, Dimensions Collaborative School, Head Start, Southbay Sustainable Communities, WildOnes, Paddle for Peace, SDG&E, Count of San Diego, Girl Scouts San Diego, Dr Bronners and SunMud Olivewood’s mission is to nourish communities and cultivate a deep connection to the environment through nutrition education, sustainable urban agriculture, collective advocacy, and intergenerational leadership. What: Day of Play 2026 – A Free Community Event When: Saturday, July 25 | 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Where: Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center Address: 2525 N Avenue, National City, CA 91950 More Info: www.olivewoodgardens.org About Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center Nestled on a historic 7.85-acre property in National City, Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center serves as an interactive, indoor-outdoor classroom for children and adults from across San Diego County. Through food, garden, and environmental education, we help communities build healthier lives, foster environmental stewardship, and strengthen intergenerational connections Olivewood Gardens on Facebook / Instagram
