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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Summer First Discoveries
Wednesdays & Fridays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | July 8–August 14, 2026 | Drop-in
Pot up a plant, create a craft, read a story, and use your senses to explore nature at activity stations designed for early learners up to 4 years old. Learn More about Summer First Discoveries
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Families & Kids | Member Events | Evenings | Picnic Night Don't Miss
Members’ Night for Children
Wednesday, August 5, 2026 | 6–8:30 p.m.
Enjoy story time, music, and activities for children and families.
Learn More about Members’ Night for Children
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
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Families & Kids | Access Programs Don't Miss
All-Abilities Discovery Morning
Sunday, September 27, 2026 | 9–11 a.m. | Preregistration Required
Visitors with disabilities and their families can explore and play in the Discovery Garden alongside trained volunteer Discovery Docents. Learn More about All-Abilities Discovery Morning
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Fall Family Discovery Weekends
Saturdays & Sundays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | September 19–October 31, 2026 (except October 10–11 and October 24) | Drop-in
Learn and play together in the Discovery Garden. This is a drop-in program for families with children of all ages. Learn More about Fall Family Discovery Weekends
Sunday, September 27, 2026
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Fall Family Discovery Weekends
Saturdays & Sundays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | September 19–October 31, 2026 (except October 10–11 and October 24) | Drop-in
Learn and play together in the Discovery Garden. This is a drop-in program for families with children of all ages. Learn More about Fall Family Discovery Weekends
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Families & Kids | Access Programs Don't Miss
All-Abilities Discovery Afternoon (with VISIONS)
Sunday, October 18, 2026 | 2–4 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Visitors with disabilities and their families can explore and play in the Discovery Garden alongside trained volunteer Discovery Docents. Learn More about All-Abilities Discovery Afternoon (with VISIONS)
Sunday, October 18, 2026
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Fall First Discoveries
Wednesdays & Fridays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | September 9–November 6, 2026 | Drop-in
Pot up a plant, create a craft, read a story, and use your senses to explore nature at special Discovery Garden activity stations designed for toddlers. This summer, find First Discoveries stations in both the Discovery Garden Pavilion and the Woodland ecosystem. Learn More about Fall First Discoveries
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
2026 Discovery Fall Seed Exchange
Wednesday, October 21, 2026 | 4–6 p.m. | Drop-in
Come celebrate the end of the growing season with a Seed Exchange in the Discovery Garden! Learn More about 2026 Discovery Fall Seed Exchange
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Fall Discovery Days
Tuesday, November 3, 2026 | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Drop-in
Explore nature with hands-on activities alongside BBG volunteers in the Discovery Garden. Learn More about Fall Discovery Days
Tuesday, November 3, 2026
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Fall First Discoveries
Wednesdays & Fridays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | September 9–November 6, 2026 | Drop-in
Pot up a plant, create a craft, read a story, and use your senses to explore nature at special Discovery Garden activity stations designed for toddlers. This summer, find First Discoveries stations in both the Discovery Garden Pavilion and the Woodland ecosystem. Learn More about Fall First Discoveries