DeBary Hall Historic Site Offers Family Fun

Posted On: May 12, 2026

Celebrate Trails Day, learn how to identify the birds of Green Springs, and more during DeBary Hall Historic Site's free programs in June.

Wing it Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 3. Join DeBary Hall staff for a guided walk to discover the birds that call Green Springs home. Participants will receive a brief history of the park and its cultural significance and learn how to identify birds by sight and sound. Guests will practice live bird identification and receive assistance adding species to their personal "life list." Species that may be seen include the pileated woodpecker, blue jay, and red-shouldered hawk, along with many more seasonal surprises. Binoculars are encouraged but not required. Meet in the parking lot of Green Springs Park, 994 Enterprise/Osteen Road, Enterprise.

Story time at DeBary Hall: 9:30 a.m. Friday, June 5. Children are invited to Kids Corner, a free series featuring stories, songs, and activities. The program is designed for preschoolers, but children of all ages are welcome.

National Trails Day: 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 6. Celebrate National Trails Day with a morning of outdoor adventure, hands-on activities, and family fun at DeBary Hall. Discover and celebrate Florida's trails while enjoying interactive activities, meeting local vendors, and learning new ways to explore the outdoors. Start the day at 9 a.m. with a demonstration on how to repair your bike on the go, then hop on the Spring-to-Spring Trail for a guided bike ride to Lake Monroe and back at 9:30 a.m. At 10:45 a.m., continue the adventure with a guided stroll through DeBary Hall's scenic grounds to discover the native plants that make Florida's landscapes unique. The Volusia-Flagler Transportation Planning Organization will give away free bike helmets while supplies last.

Books, Balls, and Blocks at DeBary Hall: 9 a.m. Friday, June 26. Children are invited to a morning featuring fun, free activities and developmental screenings provided by the Early Learning Coalition of Flager and Volusia. The event will also feature Kids Corner, a free story time program where children can enjoy books, sing songs, dance, and make a craft together. The program is designed for preschoolers, but children of all ages are welcome.

DeBary Hall, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is managed by Volusia County's Parks, Recreation and Culture Division. It's open from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday at 198 Sunrise Blvd., DeBary. For more information, contact Lisa Perez at 386-668-3840 or [email protected].