Editor's pick
Big Seaweed Search
25 July - 9 August
Bog Day
26 July
More citizen science, this time celebrating the importance of waterways & coastal habitats.
What’s On Outdoors July, August, September
Events to help you make the most of outdoor learning this summer 🌿
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Making the most of outdoor learning this summer
July, August and early September bring a mix of events, awareness days and seasonal moments to work with – offering plenty of opportunities to plan ahead and make the most of time outdoors this summer.
From citizen science activities to growing, exploring and spending time in outdoor spaces, these events support hands‑on, real‑world learning that help children notice, connect and take part in the natural world – whether through holiday clubs, play schemes or simply getting outside with their family.
Below you’ll find dates to support your planning, themes and day‑to‑day outdoor practice right through the holidays and up to the beginning of the autumn term.
There are loads of inspiring outdoor events on our website!
You'll find conferences, annual events, special days & campaigns with a focus on nature, the outdoors and wellbeing. Plus courses, training and workshops for every level - from those just starting out to seasoned practitioners.
Editor's pick
Practice identifying your native species & join these important citizen science surveys.
July
All month
Plastic Free July
- 1-7 July
Create Week - 4-12 July
Wales Nature Week - 13-19 July
Bees' Needs Week - 17 July - 9 August
Big Butterfly Count - 18-26 July
National Moth Week - 20 July
International Moon Day - 24 July - 2 August
Love Parks Week - 25 July - 9 August
Big Seaweed Search - 25 July - 9 August
National Marine Week - 26 July
Bog Day - 30 July
International Day of Friendship
Big Seaweed Search
Bog Day
August
- 5 August
Playday - 10-16 August
National Allotments Week - 12 August
Elephant Day - 29-30 August
International Bat Night
Editor's pick
National Allotments Week
4-10 August
This year's theme is Grow to Learn.
Visit our Children at the Allotment page for practical ideas for involving children in growing, exploring and taking part in allotment life.
September
All month
Big River Watch
- 7-11 September
Zero Waste Week - 8 September
International Literacy Day
A selection of upcoming training, courses & workshops with an outdoor focus.
Find more in the training & courses section of our events calendar.
Forest School Training
Find out more about Forest School training and view our list of trainers signed up to the Muddy Faces Trainers Community here.
Free Outdoor Learning CPD this summer
High‑quality, fully-funded outdoor learning CPD for school and nursery staff, from Learning through Landscapes.
🌿 13 July: Nottingham
🌿 27 August: Stirling
🌿 24 September: Winchester
🌿 15 October: Bristol
Find out more here.
Save the date!
The Forest School Show
26-27 September
FSA Conference
25-27 September
A new gathering for practitioners and outdoor educators, bringing together the Forest School community alongside the Forest School Association conference, with workshops, talks and plenty of opportunity to connect and share practice.
Muddy Faces will be there too – come and say hello.
Don't forget to book your tickets!
Muddy Faces can support your conferences, courses & events
Are you running a conference or event in 2026?
We can send catalogues, raffle/giveaways & other free gifts for delegates.
Do you deliver Forest School training, or other outdoor play or learning courses?
- discounts for you & your students in the Muddy Faces shop
- free event listings on our website and links in our newsletter
- catalogues & other free gifts for your events