Member Benefits: Events & Discounts
Garden members enjoy perks including discounts and special members-only hours. Members have exclusive access to the Garden every Wednesday evening in summer (May 29–September 4), and on autumn weekend mornings (September 14–October 27).
Become a MemberMember Discounts
Members get more—BBG membership offers you discounts inside and outside the Garden!
Enjoy an exclusive 10% member discount at BBG dining and Terrain at Brooklyn Botanic Garden, as well as at participating local eateries and greeneries listed below. Present your valid BBG membership card at checkout to receive your discount.
Please call any business in advance to confirm hours and offers. Offers vary and are subject to change. List as of December 11, 2024.
Yellow Magnolia Café and Canteen
bbg.org/visit/cafe
Art Cafe + Bar
gureje.com/art-cafe-and-bar
516-690-0549
[email protected]
20% off orders
Barboncino Pizza
barboncinopizza.com
718-483-8834
Coffee Land - 833 Franklin Ave
718-363-5263
[email protected]
Kos Kaffe Roasting House
koskaffe.com
718-768-6868
[email protected]
Little Mo Wine & Spirits
littlemowine.com
718-363-2101
[email protected]
Valid in store on wine only
LuAnne's Wild Ginger
luanneswildgingernyc.com
718-928-7668
Maya Taqueria (all locations)
mayataqueria.com
718-638-6292
Chelsea Garden Center - 87 Havemeyer St
chelseagardencenter.com
718-384-7600
David Shannon Florist & Nursery
shannonflorist.com
718-436-4521
[email protected]
Geometry Garden & Floral Shop
geometrygardensshop.com
347-799-1510
[email protected]
Tend Greenpoint
tendgreenpoint.com
718-383-5869
Would your Brooklyn business like to participate in our discount program? Contact Membership at 718-623-7210
or [email protected] for details.
Reciprocal Privileges
As a benefit of membership, Brooklyn Botanic Garden is pleased to offer reciprocal privileges (free or discounted admission and other discounts) at horticultural institutions affiliated with the American Horticultural Society (AHS). Just show your current BBG membership card to receive free admission. For a complete list of participating institutions, visit the AHS reciprocal admissions webpage.
Please contact participating institutions in advance of visiting; hours and ticketing policies may have changed due to COVID-19.
Contact Us
For more information on membership levels and benefits, including educational and corporate membership and discounts for senior citizens, call Membership at 718-623-7210 or email [email protected].
Not yet a member? Join today to receive a year of free admission and more!
Member Events
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Members’ Plant Sale Preview
BBG members receive first pick from the thousands of annuals, perennials, and other plants offered at this popular event.
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Members’ Summer Evenings
On these special evenings, BBG remains open an extra 2½ hours for members only!
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Members’ Fall Mornings
On weekend mornings in September and October, the Garden opens early exclusively for members.
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Rose Night
Sip a rose cocktail and shake a leg to a live band in honor of the Cranford Rose Garden’s Jazz Age roots.
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Members’ Sunset Picnic Night
Bring a picnic supper and dine on the softest, greenest grass in Brooklyn!
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Garden Cocktail Nights
Enjoy live music and a special cocktail (cash bar) while savoring the summer sunset.
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Members’ Night for Children & Sunset Picnic Night
Pack a healthy picnic and treat your littlest revelers to an evening of singing and dancing.
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Members’ Movie Night & Sunset Picnic Night
Bring a picnic and join us for a special film screening under the stars on Cherry Esplanade.
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Chile Pepper Festival
Show your membership card to bypass the admission lines at BBG’s spicy autumn celebration. Event Details
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Ghouls & Gourds
Show your membership card to bypass the admission lines at BBG's Halloween festival. Event Details