Programs
May 23, 2026
Our trip will be on May 23, leaving from Fort Benjamin at 8 am taking the ferry route to Aurora and returning over land by approximately 4 pm or slightly later. Registration is $20 per person.
Registration is available at ccpr.recdesk.com
The festival features various activities, including:
Fossil Digging: Explore the fossil pits and discover
your own Miocene-age fossils
Fossil Displays: View exhibits showcasing fossils
from the Aurora Fossil Museum's collection
Live Entertainment: Enjoy music, performances, and
interactive activities
Food and Craft Vendors: Savor local flavors and
shop for unique crafts
Silent Auction: Bid on items to support the Aurora
Fossil Museum
STEM Activities: Engage in science, technology,
engineering, art, and math activities for all ages
The festival is free to attend, but some activities require
paid tickets. Make sure to check the official website for
updates and ticket availability. For more information
use the link below or call the number below
For questions please call Darlene at 252-515-3290
Our trip will be on May 23, leaving from Fort Benjamin at 8 am taking the ferry route to Aurora and returning over land by approximately 4 pm or slightly later. Registration is $20 per person.
Registration is available at ccpr.recdesk.com
The festival features various activities, including:
Fossil Digging: Explore the fossil pits and discover
your own Miocene-age fossils
Fossil Displays: View exhibits showcasing fossils
from the Aurora Fossil Museum's collection
Live Entertainment: Enjoy music, performances, and
interactive activities
Food and Craft Vendors: Savor local flavors and
shop for unique crafts
Silent Auction: Bid on items to support the Aurora
Fossil Museum
STEM Activities: Engage in science, technology,
engineering, art, and math activities for all ages
The festival is free to attend, but some activities require
paid tickets. Make sure to check the official website for
updates and ticket availability. For more information
use the link below or call the number below
For questions please call Darlene at 252-515-3290
Note:
Lunch is on your own with a wide variety of food trucks, vendors and local restaurants available. Eat as a group or on your own, and don't forget to try the barbecue cooked onsite by cook off participants at the festival.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Program Type | Adult |
| Program Subcategory | - |
| Program Code | CCFF |
| Online Registration | Yes |
| Enrollment Begin Date | 5/4/2026 |
| Enrollment End Date | 5/22/2026 |
| Instructor(s) |
Darlene Austin
|
| Gender | Any Gender |
| Enrollment Minimum | 5 |
| Maximum | 15 |
| Grade Minimum | |
| Maximum | |
| Age Minimum | - |
| Maximum | - |
| Standard Fee | Residency Restriction | Membership Restrictions | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individual | -None- |
-None-
|
$20.00 |
| Date | Day | Start Time | End Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23/2026 | Saturday | 8:00 AM | 8:00 AM | Fort Benjamin Recreation Center (252)222-5858 |
