Kid's Workshops & Events

The "sweetest" flower pots you've ever seen! Pick your favorite Pixie Plant and design and paint your own Candy Corn Flower Pot.

Here at Cross Creek we're bean artists - and you can be too! Let's create Fall Bean Mosaics together. These will make the best fridge art or seasonal decor from your tiny artist(s).

Beaded corn made with pipe cleaners is a fall craft that is easy and beautiful. A simple fall corn craft for kids and adults!

Cute little turkey craft that will look adorable on the Thanksgiving table!

Join us at our Midlothian Nursery to kick off the Holiday Season!

Join us for an adventure around the Midlothian Nursery to great your very own Nature Bracelet! You will get to stick your treasures to your bracelet as we go, and create the best accessory to remember a fun morning at Cross Creek!

Dried oranges sewn together and painted to create a festive garland to add to your Christmas tree, mantle, or tablescape. What's better than the fresh citrus smell and some cute foxes?!

Let's kick off December by creating Grinch friendship bracelets. They say his heart grew three sizes, and it must have been by making friends!

Join us on Saturday, December 14th for The Cross Creek Santa Experience. This event includes a private visit with Santa for your group, a children's activity, a personalized letter to Santa, fresh made donuts, hot cider, hot cocoa, and time to explore the festive grounds of the Midlothian Nursery. An emailed photo is included with ... Read more

Snow in the Richmond area isn't always a guarantee.. so let's make our own! Join us at the Midlothian Nursery to make Snow Globes and keep our hopes up for a snowy season in Virginia!

We're bringing back a fan favorite! Snowy Pinecone Owls are cute and mix together nature and crafts perfectly. Each participant will name, design & create their very own owl. A great addition to your winter bookshelves, window sills, or coffee table settings.

The perfect craft to capture the season. Every snowflake is original, and yours can be too! Join us for the Pasta Snowflake workshop, and take home your own beautiful creations.

Can you tell we're Taylor Swift fans around here? You need fresh friendship bracelets for every season right?! Join us to make snowy/winter bracelets with your BFFs.

Join us for a magical Dinosaur & Unicorn Terrariums Workshop! Dive into a world of creativity as we guide you through designing your own miniature terrarium filled with whimsical dinosaurs and enchanting unicorns. In this hands-on experience, you'll craft your very own vibrant ecosystem using a variety of plants, decorative elements, and adorable miniatures. Whether ... Read more

Celebrate love and creativity at our Valentine's Heart Suncatcher Workshop! In this fun and colorful session, you'll design and create your own beautiful heart-shaped suncatcher using vibrant glass pieces and crafting materials. Perfect for all ages and skill levels, this workshop allows you to bring a touch of love and light into your space. Whether ... Read more

In this hands-on experience, you'll learn how to craft stunning, everlasting roses using natural pinecones, transforming them into beautiful, rustic blooms. Guided by expert instructors, you'll create a unique bouquet that can be cherished for years to come.

In this workshop, you'll learn how to press delicate flowers and arrange them around a custom handprint frame, creating a beautiful and meaningful piece of art. Whether you’re making a sentimental gift or a timeless keepsake for yourself, this craft is perfect for all ages and skill levels. You’ll leave with a stunning handprint frame ... Read more

Join us for a fun-filled workshop where kids can create their very own Suncatcher Wind Chimes! Using colorful beads, shimmering gems, and vibrant ribbons, kids will design their personalized wind chimes that catch the light and bring beautiful sounds to their outdoor spaces. This hands-on activity encourages creativity, fine motor skills, and the joy of ... Read more

Get ready for some St. Patrick's Day magic at our Leprechaun Gardens workshop! Kids will design and build their very own miniature garden, complete with tiny pots, colorful flowers, and a little leprechaun to watch over it all. With a dash of creativity and a sprinkle of luck, each garden will be a magical space ... Read more

Spring Fest at Cross Creek Midlothian is the perfect way to kick off the season! March 23rd & 24th and March 29th & 30th Whether you're gearing up for your spring projects, looking to add new plants and seeds to your garden, or simply enjoying a day out, this event has it all. Explore a ... Read more

Join us for a fun and creative workshop where kids can adopt and decorate their very own Pet Rocks! Using paints, googly eyes, and all sorts of craft supplies, kids will transform their rocks into unique, friendly little pets. Each pet rock will have its own personality, from silly and playful to sweet and cuddly! ... Read more

Spring Fest at Cross Creek Midlothian is the perfect way to kick off the season! March 23rd & 24th and March 29th & 30th Whether you're gearing up for your spring projects, looking to add new plants and seeds to your garden, or simply enjoying a day out, this event has it all. Explore a ... Read more

Spring Fest at Cross Creek Midlothian is the perfect way to kick off the season! March 23rd & 24th and March 29th & 30th Whether you're gearing up for your spring projects, looking to add new plants and seeds to your garden, or simply enjoying a day out, this event has it all. Explore a ... Read more

Join us for Caterpillar Day at Cross Creek! This fun and educational workshop is all about the fascinating world of caterpillars. Kids will get a chance to meet live caterpillars, hear a captivating story about their amazing metamorphosis, and create their very own caterpillar craft. Plus, we’ll invite everyone back to check on the caterpillars ... Read more

Spring Fest at Cross Creek Midlothian is the perfect way to kick off the season! March 23rd & 24th and March 29th & 30th Whether you're gearing up for your spring projects, looking to add new plants and seeds to your garden, or simply enjoying a day out, this event has it all. Explore a ... Read more

Join us for a fun and educational Bee Bath Workshop for kids! In this hands-on activity, children will learn about the important role bees play in our ecosystem and how to create a special bath for them. They'll get to design and decorate their own bee-friendly water stations, all while exploring the wonders of nature. ... Read more

Get ready for a blooming good time at our Flower Crown and Nature Color Hunt event for kids! In this fun-filled day, children will create their own beautiful flower crowns using colorful petals and greenery, perfect for expressing their creativity. Afterward, they’ll embark on a nature color hunt, exploring the outdoors to find all the ... Read more

Calling all young builders and nature lovers! Join us for our LEGO Plant Workshop, where kids can get creative and build their own plant-inspired creations using LEGO bricks! In this hands-on workshop, children will learn about the different types of plants and how they grow, all while building their very own LEGO gardens, trees, and ... Read more

Dive into creativity with our Mason Jar Aquarium Workshop for kids! In this hands-on activity, children will create their very own miniature underwater world inside a mason jar. They'll learn about aquatic life while designing and decorating their jar aquariums with vibrant plants, colorful pebbles, and cute fish figurines. It’s a fun and educational experience ... Read more

Get ready for a wild adventure at our Bug Hotel & Bug Catcher Workshop for kids! In this exciting hands-on activity, children will build their very own bug hotel, creating a cozy home for local insects to explore. They'll also make their own bug catchers to safely collect and observe critters up close. It’s a ... Read more

Join us for a fun and quirky Chia Seed Pets Workshop, where kids can create their very own adorable chia pets! In this hands-on activity, children will decorate and personalize their chia pet containers, then plant chia seeds to watch their pet "grow" in just a few days. It's a perfect blend of creativity and ... Read more

Embark on a nature-filled adventure at our Nature Journal Workshop for kids! In this fun and interactive session, children will learn how to create their own nature journal, where they can sketch, write, and document their outdoor discoveries. They’ll explore the beauty of the natural world, observe plants, animals, and landscapes, and capture their observations ... Read more

Embark on a nature-filled adventure at our Nature Journal Workshop for kids! In this fun and interactive session, children will learn how to create their own nature journal, where they can sketch, write, and document their outdoor discoveries. They’ll explore the beauty of the natural world, observe plants, animals, and landscapes, and capture their observations ... Read more

Join us Saturday, April 19th from 10-11AM for our annual Easter Egg Hunt at our Midlothian Nursery! This event is free and everyone is welcome! Separate egg hunts will be held for children under 3 years old, and 4 and above, and we will have a special visit from the Easter Bunny!