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Exhibits | Power of Trees Don't Miss
Trees of Little Caribbean
Steinhardt Conservatory
Visit our Trees of Little Caribbean exhibit, a celebration of the trees (and treelike plants) cherished by Caribbean people that spark stories of rebellion, resilience, spirituality, and joy. Learn More about Trees of Little Caribbean
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Exhibits Don't Miss
Natural Attractions: A Plant-Pollinator Love Story
May 24–October 20, 2024
Celebrate the plant-pollinator love story through the lens of Brooklyn Botanic Garden’s vast and varied plant collections and the native insects to which they are inextricably linked. Learn More about Natural Attractions: A Plant-Pollinator Love Story
Ongoing
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Member Events | Garden Circle Events Don't Miss
Garden Circle June Early-Morning Hours
Saturday, June 1 & Sunday, June 2, 2024 | 9–10 a.m. | Preregistration Required
Members of the Garden Circle and higher levels can enjoy exclusive access to the Garden from 9 to 10 a.m. Learn More about Garden Circle June Early-Morning Hours
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Spring Family Discovery Weekends
Saturdays & Sundays | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
April 13–June 9 | No programs May 25 & 26 | Drop-inLooking for outdoor activities during spring break week? Learn More about Spring Family Discovery Weekends
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Tours Don't Miss
Recorrido por lo más sobresaliente de la estación/Seasonal Highlights Tour in Spanish
Sábado, abril 6, mayo 18, junio 1, 2024 | 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
Descubra las plantas y los jardines que están en pico de floración, así como otros puntos sobresalientes de la estación, en esta caminata gratuita dirigida por guías capacitados del jardín. Learn More about Recorrido por lo más sobresaliente de la estación/Seasonal Highlights Tour in Spanish
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April 2–June 30, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Saturday, June 1, 2024
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Member Events | Garden Circle Events Don't Miss
Garden Circle June Early-Morning Hours
Saturday, June 1 & Sunday, June 2, 2024 | 9–10 a.m. | Preregistration Required
Members of the Garden Circle and higher levels can enjoy exclusive access to the Garden from 9 to 10 a.m. Learn More about Garden Circle June Early-Morning Hours
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Spring Family Discovery Weekends
Saturdays & Sundays | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
April 13–June 9 | No programs May 25 & 26 | Drop-inLooking for outdoor activities during spring break week? Learn More about Spring Family Discovery Weekends
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April 2–June 30, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Sunday, June 2, 2024
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April 2–June 30, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
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Special Events | Natural Attractions Don't Miss
Spring Gala 2024
Tuesday, June 4, 2024 | 5:30 p.m. | Ticketed Event
A Gala evening celebrating BBG’s varied plant collections and the pollinators that help them thrive. Learn More about Spring Gala 2024
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Special Events Don't Miss
After Party 2024
Tuesday, June 4, 2024 | 9–11 p.m. | Ticketed Event
Celebrate spring in the Garden with a dance party under the stars. Learn More about After Party 2024
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Spring First Discoveries
Wednesdays & Fridays, March 13–June 14 | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | 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 early learners. Learn More about Spring First Discoveries
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Discovery Sing-Along with Sabrina Chap
Wednesdays, May 29 and June 5, 2024 | 11–11:45 a.m.
Come to the Discovery Garden for a garden sing-along! Join Sabrina Chap in singing, dancing, and playing with instruments, scarves, and bubbles. Learn More about Discovery Sing-Along with Sabrina Chap
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April 2–June 30, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
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Member Events | Evenings Don't Miss
Members’ Summer Evenings
Wednesdays, May 29–September 4, 2024 | 6–8:30 p.m.
Savor the Garden during the twilight hours—just for members! Learn More about Members’ Summer Evenings
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
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Tours Don't Miss
Rose Tour
Thursday, June 6 | 6–7 p.m.
Friday, June 7 | 11 a.m.–12 p.m. Saturday, June 8 | 11 a.m.–12 p.m.Enjoy a stroll among the hundreds of roses in BBG’s Cranford Rose Garden while learning more about these beloved and popular flowers. Learn More about Rose Tour
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Family Gardening Hours
Single session June 6, 7, 27 or 28, 2024 | 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Join educators at activity stations throughout the Children’s Garden during this new, one-time class for kids of all ages and their caregivers Learn More about Family Gardening Hours
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April 2–June 30, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Thursday, June 6, 2024
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Tours Don't Miss
Rose Tour
Thursday, June 6 | 6–7 p.m.
Friday, June 7 | 11 a.m.–12 p.m. Saturday, June 8 | 11 a.m.–12 p.m.Enjoy a stroll among the hundreds of roses in BBG’s Cranford Rose Garden while learning more about these beloved and popular flowers. Learn More about Rose Tour
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Family Gardening Hours
Single session June 6, 7, 27 or 28, 2024 | 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Join educators at activity stations throughout the Children’s Garden during this new, one-time class for kids of all ages and their caregivers Learn More about Family Gardening Hours
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Spring First Discoveries
Wednesdays & Fridays, March 13–June 14 | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | 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 early learners. Learn More about Spring First Discoveries
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April 2–June 30, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
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Food Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
DIY Herbal Oxymels
Friday, June 7, 2024 | 1:30–3:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Learn about herbal oxymels and make your own to take home. Learn More about DIY Herbal Oxymels
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Children's Garden Classes | Children’s Garden Classes Don't Miss
Garden Adventures
Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays in July and August | Preregistration Required
This 6-session program incorporates planting, harvesting, science experiments, and nature art projects.
Learn More about Garden Adventures
Friday, June 7, 2024
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Tours Don't Miss
Rose Tour
Thursday, June 6 | 6–7 p.m.
Friday, June 7 | 11 a.m.–12 p.m. Saturday, June 8 | 11 a.m.–12 p.m.Enjoy a stroll among the hundreds of roses in BBG’s Cranford Rose Garden while learning more about these beloved and popular flowers. Learn More about Rose Tour
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Health & Wellness Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Summer Awakening: Walking Meditation
Saturday, June 8, 2024 | 9–10:15 a.m. | Preregistration Required
No experience with meditation necessary. Bring a little notepad and pencil. Learn More about Summer Awakening: Walking Meditation
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Discovery Garden Early Opening for Children and Families of All Abilities
Saturdays, May 11, June 8, September 21 & October 29, 2024 | 9–11 a.m. | Preregistration Required
Explore the garden at your own pace and participate in multisensory activities at facilitated stations. Learn More about Discovery Garden Early Opening for Children and Families of All Abilities
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Spring Family Discovery Weekends
Saturdays & Sundays | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
April 13–June 9 | No programs May 25 & 26 | Drop-inLooking for outdoor activities during spring break week? Learn More about Spring Family Discovery Weekends
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April 2–June 30, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
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Art Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Chinese Brush Painting
5 Saturdays: June 8–July 6, 2024 | 1:30–3:30 p.m. | Waitlist Only
Learn to paint in the Chinese style using a bamboo brush, ink, and rice paper. Learn More about Chinese Brush Painting
Saturday, June 8, 2024
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Spring Family Discovery Weekends
Saturdays & Sundays | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
April 13–June 9 | No programs May 25 & 26 | Drop-inLooking for outdoor activities during spring break week? Learn More about Spring Family Discovery Weekends
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April 2–June 30, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Sunday, June 9, 2024
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April 2–June 30, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
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Floral Design Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Designing with Summertime Blooms
Single session on Tuesday, May 21 or Tuesday, June 11, 2024 | 5:30–8:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
The instructor will offer step-by-step instruction—from palette selection and flower care to professional techniques. Learn More about Designing with Summertime Blooms
Tuesday, June 11, 2024
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Spring First Discoveries
Wednesdays & Fridays, March 13–June 14 | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | 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 early learners. Learn More about Spring First Discoveries
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April 2–June 30, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
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Member Events | Evenings Don't Miss
Members’ Summer Evenings
Wednesdays, May 29–September 4, 2024 | 6–8:30 p.m.
Savor the Garden during the twilight hours—just for members! Learn More about Members’ Summer Evenings
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Member Events | Evenings | Picnic Night Don't Miss
Members’ Rose Night
Wednesday, June 12, 2024 | 6–8:30 p.m.
Stroll through the glorious Cranford Rose Garden and chat with the Garden’s director of Horticulture, Shauna Moore, then swing by Cherry Esplanade for a live performance by the Glenn Crytzer Quartet. Learn More about Members’ Rose Night
Wednesday, June 12, 2024
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
School Group Visits: Discovery Trail
Thursdays, April 4–June 13 (except April 25 & June 6) | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Use real science tools as you explore plants alongside Discovery Docents at our hands-on activity stations throughout the Discovery Garden. Learn More about School Group Visits: Discovery Trail
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April 2–June 30, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
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Horticulture Certificate | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Herbaceous Landscape Plant ID
6 Weekly Sessions beginning Wednesday, May 8; Tuesday, May 21; or Thursday, August 1, 2024 | Waitlist Only
The class will identify and view plant characteristics during sessions on BBG grounds. Learn More about Herbaceous Landscape Plant ID
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Community Greening Workshops Don't Miss
Build a Bug Bed & Breakfast
Thursday, June 13, 2024 | 6 p.m.–8 p.m. | Preregistration Required
This ain’t no roach motel! Come learn about insects that are good for your garden and how to prepare a DIY home for them to overwinter. Learn More about Build a Bug Bed & Breakfast
Thursday, June 13, 2024
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Spring First Discoveries
Wednesdays & Fridays, March 13–June 14 | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | 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 early learners. Learn More about Spring First Discoveries
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April 2–June 30, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Friday, June 14, 2024
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April 2–June 30, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
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Art Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Ceramic Planter-Making Workshop
Single session on Saturday, June 15 or Saturday, August 24, 2024 | 1–3:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Learn hand-building pottery techniques while creating your own planter. Learn More about Ceramic Planter-Making Workshop
Saturday, June 15, 2024
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April 2–June 30, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
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Member Events | Evenings Don't Miss
Members’ Summer Evenings
Wednesdays, May 29–September 4, 2024 | 6–8:30 p.m.
Savor the Garden during the twilight hours—just for members! Learn More about Members’ Summer Evenings
Wednesday, June 19, 2024
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Art in the Garden | Performances Don't Miss
Biophony: Solstice
Thursday, June 20, 2024
Mark the solstice with sweeping performances of the lyrical gem Canto Ostinato by Simeon ten Holt, in a new arrangement created by Metropolis Ensemble with Sandbox Percussion and Erik Hall for over 50 percussionists and musical artists. Learn More about Biophony: Solstice
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April 2–June 30, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
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Tours Don't Miss
Memory Tour for Individuals with Memory Loss and Their Caregivers
March 28 | 1–3 p.m., April 18 | 1–3 p.m.,
May 19 | 11 a.m.–1 p.m., June 20 | 1–3 p.m. | Preregistration RequiredJoin us for a special guided tour designed for individuals with memory loss and their caregivers. Learn More about Memory Tour for Individuals with Memory Loss and Their Caregivers
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Gardening Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Pollination Ecology & Principles of Pollinator Landscape Design (online)
2 Thursdays: June 20 & 27, 2024 | 6–8 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Learn the essentials of pollination ecology and pollinator landscape design. Learn More about Pollination Ecology & Principles of Pollinator Landscape Design (online)
Thursday, June 20, 2024
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Health & Wellness Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Natural Perfume Blending
Single session on Saturday, June 22 or Saturday, July 20, 2024 | 11 a.m.–2 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Gain a basic understanding of the sense of smell, the history of perfume, the advent of synthetic ingredients, and the return to naturals. Learn More about Natural Perfume Blending
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April 2–June 30, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Saturday, June 22, 2024
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Horticulture Certificate | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Soil Management (online)
6 Weekly Sessions beginning Tuesday, June 25 or Wednesday, July 24, 2024 | Preregistration Required
Healthy soil is the foundation for a healthy garden ecosystem and abundant crops. Learn More about Soil Management (online)
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April 2–June 30, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
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Community Greening Workshops Don't Miss
Composting Q & A
Tuesday, June 25, 2024 | 6 p.m.–8 p.m. | Preregistration Required
If you’re inspired to understand the what, how, and why of making compost and making change, join a seasoned community composting veteran for an evening of questions and conversation. Learn More about Composting Q & A
Tuesday, June 25, 2024
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Horticulture Certificate | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Woody Landscape Plant ID
6 Weekly Sessions beginning Saturday, April 27; Wednesday, June 26; or Tuesday, August 6, 2024 | Preregistration Required
Woody plants—including shade trees, ornamental trees, and evergreen and deciduous shrubs—form the backbone of a well-planned landscape design. Learn More about Woody Landscape Plant ID
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April 2–June 30, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
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Member Events | Evenings | Picnic Night Don't Miss
Members’ Pride Night
Wednesday, June 26, 2024 | 6–8:30 p.m.
Celebrate Pride at BBG! Members, guests, and friends are invited for an evening of queer community, cohosted by Queer Soup Night. Learn More about Members’ Pride Night
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Member Events | Evenings Don't Miss
Members’ Summer Evenings
Wednesdays, May 29–September 4, 2024 | 6–8:30 p.m.
Savor the Garden during the twilight hours—just for members! Learn More about Members’ Summer Evenings
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Family Gardening Hours
Single session June 6, 7, 27 or 28, 2024 | 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Join educators at activity stations throughout the Children’s Garden during this new, one-time class for kids of all ages and their caregivers Learn More about Family Gardening Hours
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April 2–June 30, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Thursday, June 27, 2024
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Family Gardening Hours
Single session June 6, 7, 27 or 28, 2024 | 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Join educators at activity stations throughout the Children’s Garden during this new, one-time class for kids of all ages and their caregivers Learn More about Family Gardening Hours
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April 2–June 30, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Friday, June 28, 2024
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, April 2–June 30, 2024 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover BBG’s plants and gardens in peak bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour