Woodend After Dark
Photo by Nessa K Photography
Woodend After Dark – A Night of Nature, Music & Celebration
Woodend After Dark is Nature Forward’s most anticipated annual gala!
Because this very popular event is likely to sell out, we encourage you to get your tickets now and join us on Thursday, June 4, 2026, from 6–9 PM at our Woodend Nature Sanctuary.
Dinner, Drinks & Delightful Company
Indulge in gourmet hors d’oeuvres, a chef‑crafted seated dinner, and decadent desserts — all generously donated by Corcoran Caterers, whose partnership makes this evening possible. Enjoy an open beer and wine bar, plus a handcrafted signature cocktail created exclusively for the event.
Event Highlights
This year brings back many guest favorites plus exciting new experiences, including:
- Silent auction: Bid on luxury getaway rentals, naturalist‑led nature walks, summer experiences, and beautifully curated themed gift baskets.
- Wine pull: Try your luck for a bottle from our special selection.
- Live band: Enjoy vibrant music that brings the sanctuary to life.
- Raptor Experience: Meet one of Owl Moon Raptor Center’s magnificent birds of prey up close!
- The Calluna Flower Truck is back! Build your own gorgeous custom bouquet to take home.
- Opportunity to meet and engage with Nature Forward staff, leadership, and some of our top supporters.
Your Impact
Every ticket supports Nature Forward’s vital mission work in environmental education, habitat restoration, and conservation advocacy across the Capital Region.
Nature Forward is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Contributions are tax‑deductible to the extent permitted by law. $150 of your Woodend After Dark ticket is tax‑deductible and will be included in your receipt.
If giving through a Donor‑Advised Fund (DAF), you may do so by waiving all associated benefits, including event tickets, in compliance with IRS rules.
If you have questions, please contact Development Director Corinna Fisk
[email protected] or (301) 652-1089
See highlights of our 2025 Woodend After Dark experience!
Special thanks to our 2026 Woodend After Dark sponsors:
Catering Sponsor
Sponsors
Partners
Silent Auction Sponsors
Thank you for being part of such a memorable and successful evening!
We appreciate all that you do for the natural world.