2024 Fireside
October 19 @ 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
$175Join us for a fun-filled evening of bonfires, dancing, and drinks at Fireside!
Bring your friends!
You don’t want to miss this fantastic party!
As the stars twinkle above and bonfires provide warmth, “Fireside” offers attendees the opportunity to support the Darien Nature Center’s mission: to inspire passion and respect for the natural world. By indulging in an evening of camaraderie and cheer, guests also make a significant and empowering contribution to programs designed to inspire all generations through nature education, environmental action, and stewardship.
Tickets are $175 for the general public, and $150 for current members of the Darien Nature Center. Sponsorship opportunities are available for those unable to attend in person. A compelling silent auction and raffle prizes–including priority registration for the center’s sought-after children’s programming–will further allow guests to be able to be an integral part of the DNC’s mission.
Your support helps us:
-Care for our 22 species of animals
-Create captivating programs for adults, children, and families
-Bring climate change and sustainability curriculum to Darien schools
-Outreach to underserved communities
-Maintain our building, keep it free and open to the public six days a week
The Darien Nature Center is a renowned non-profit organization that emerged from the dedication and vision of local citizens who sought to celebrate the splendor of our natural environment. Its journey, spanning nearly half a century, has transformed the DNC into a vibrant community center offering robust educational programs, diverse live animals, captivating seasonal exhibits, and enlightening lectures.