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Exhibits Don't Miss
The Mountain, the Tree, and the Man
June 14–October 19, 2025
A manga display created by Misako Rocks! follows the life of a bonsai and tells the story of BBG’s first bonsai gardener, Frank Okamura. Plus, learn from Okamura in a 1971 training video. Learn More about The Mountain, the Tree, and the Man
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Exhibits Don't Miss
Outdoor Bonsai Display
June 14–October 19, 2025
A rotating selection of bonsai are showcased outdoors on Magnolia Plaza as part of Brooklyn Botanic Garden’s bonsai anniversary celebration. Learn More about Outdoor Bonsai Display
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Exhibits Don't Miss
Bonsai Collection Centennial
June 14–October 19, 2025
This year, Brooklyn Botanic Garden celebrates 100 years of its incredible Bonsai Collection. Learn More about Bonsai Collection Centennial
Ongoing
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Tours Don't Miss
Recorrido por lo más destacado de la temporada/Seasonal Highlights Tour in Spanish
Sábado, 26 de abril, 17 y 18 de mayo, 1 de junio de 2025
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 destacado de la temporada/Seasonal Highlights Tour in Spanish
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Spring Family Discovery Weekends
Saturdays and Sundays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | April 12–June 8 | Drop-in
Hands-on stations throughout the garden’s meadow, woodland, and marsh habitats and in the vegetable garden encourage families to explore nature together. Learn More about Spring Family Discovery Weekends
Sunday, June 1, 2025
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
School Group Visits: Discovery Trail
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | April 1–June 12 (except April 15, April 17, and June 5) | 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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Special Events Don't Miss
Spring Gala 2025
Tuesday, June 3, 2025 | 5:30–11:30 p.m. | Ticketed Event
Learn More about Spring Gala 2025
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Special Events Don't Miss
After Party 2025
Tuesday, June 3, 2025 | 9–11:30 p.m. | Ticketed Event
Celebrate spring in the Garden with a dance party under the stars. Learn More about After Party 2025
Tuesday, June 3, 2025
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Spring First Discoveries
Wednesdays & Fridays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | March 12–June 13, 2025 | 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. Learn More about Spring First Discoveries
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Member Events | Evenings Don't Miss
Members’ Summer Evenings
Wednesdays, May 28–September 3, 2025 | 6–8:30 p.m.
Savor the Garden during the twilight hours—just for members! Learn More about Members’ Summer Evenings
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Spring First Discoveries
Wednesdays & Fridays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | March 12–June 13, 2025 | 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. Learn More about Spring First Discoveries
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Families & Kids | Children's Garden Classes Don't Miss
Family Gardening Hours
Single session on April 16, 17, 18, 19; June 6 or 7, 2025 | 10:30 a.m.–12 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
Friday, June 6, 2025
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Partner Event Don't Miss
The Tea Terrace
Weekends, June 7–8, 14–15, 2025 | 10:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Members’ Rose Night, Wednesday, June 11, 2025 | 3:30–8 p.m.Celebrate the Garden in bloom with a tea box from the popup on Atrium Terrace. Learn More about The Tea Terrace
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Garden Circle Events Don't Miss
Garden Circle June Early-Morning Hours
Saturday, June 7 & Sunday, June 8, 2025 | 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 and Sundays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | April 12–June 8 | Drop-in
Hands-on stations throughout the garden’s meadow, woodland, and marsh habitats and in the vegetable garden encourage families to explore nature together. Learn More about Spring Family Discovery Weekends
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Families & Kids | Children's Garden Classes Don't Miss
Family Gardening Hours
Single session on April 16, 17, 18, 19; June 6 or 7, 2025 | 10:30 a.m.–12 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
Saturday, June 7, 2025
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Partner Event Don't Miss
The Tea Terrace
Weekends, June 7–8, 14–15, 2025 | 10:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Members’ Rose Night, Wednesday, June 11, 2025 | 3:30–8 p.m.Celebrate the Garden in bloom with a tea box from the popup on Atrium Terrace. Learn More about The Tea Terrace
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Garden Circle Events Don't Miss
Garden Circle June Early-Morning Hours
Saturday, June 7 & Sunday, June 8, 2025 | 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 and Sundays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | April 12–June 8 | Drop-in
Hands-on stations throughout the garden’s meadow, woodland, and marsh habitats and in the vegetable garden encourage families to explore nature together. Learn More about Spring Family Discovery Weekends
Sunday, June 8, 2025
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Partner Event Don't Miss
The Tea Terrace
Weekends, June 7–8, 14–15, 2025 | 10:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Members’ Rose Night, Wednesday, June 11, 2025 | 3:30–8 p.m.Celebrate the Garden in bloom with a tea box from the popup on Atrium Terrace. Learn More about The Tea Terrace
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Spring First Discoveries
Wednesdays & Fridays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | March 12–June 13, 2025 | 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. Learn More about Spring First Discoveries
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Wednesday–Sunday, June 11–29 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover plants in 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’ Rose Night
Wednesday, June 11, 2025 | 6–8:30 p.m.
Stroll through the glorious Cranford Rose Garden then swing by Cherry Esplanade for a live performance. Learn More about Members’ Rose Night
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Member Events | Evenings Don't Miss
Members’ Summer Evenings
Wednesdays, May 28–September 3, 2025 | 6–8:30 p.m.
Savor the Garden during the twilight hours—just for members! Learn More about Members’ Summer Evenings
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
School Group Visits: Discovery Trail
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | April 1–June 12 (except April 15, April 17, and June 5) | 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
Wednesday–Sunday, June 11–29 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover plants in 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
Compost Troubleshooting Q & A
Thursday, June 12, 2025 | 6–8 p.m.
Free; Preregistration RequiredBring your questions and get tools and strategies for bringing your compost back into beautiful balance. Learn More about Compost Troubleshooting Q & A
Thursday, June 12, 2025
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Spring First Discoveries
Wednesdays & Fridays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | March 12–June 13, 2025 | 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. Learn More about Spring First Discoveries
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Wednesday–Sunday, June 11–29 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover plants in bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Friday, June 13, 2025
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Partner Event Don't Miss
The Tea Terrace
Weekends, June 7–8, 14–15, 2025 | 10:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Members’ Rose Night, Wednesday, June 11, 2025 | 3:30–8 p.m.Celebrate the Garden in bloom with a tea box from the popup on Atrium Terrace. Learn More about The Tea Terrace
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Special Events Don't Miss
Bonsai 100 Opening Day
Saturday, June 14, 2025 | 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m. | Drop-in
Interpretive programs tours help launch 100 Years of Bonsai at Brooklyn Botanic Garden. Learn More about Bonsai 100 Opening Day
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Tours Don't Miss
Bonsai Mini Drop-In Tours
Saturdays & Sundays, June 14–29; Saturday, July 19; August 9; September 20; October 18 | 11 a.m.–1 p.m. | Drop-in
Learn about the art, history, and care of bonsai from trained Garden Guides, and get a close look at a tiny tree from BBG’s Education collection. Learn More about Bonsai Mini Drop-In Tours
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Wednesday–Sunday, June 11–29 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover plants in bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Saturday, June 14, 2025
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Partner Event Don't Miss
The Tea Terrace
Weekends, June 7–8, 14–15, 2025 | 10:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Members’ Rose Night, Wednesday, June 11, 2025 | 3:30–8 p.m.Celebrate the Garden in bloom with a tea box from the popup on Atrium Terrace. Learn More about The Tea Terrace
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Tours Don't Miss
Bonsai Mini Drop-In Tours
Saturdays & Sundays, June 14–29; Saturday, July 19; August 9; September 20; October 18 | 11 a.m.–1 p.m. | Drop-in
Learn about the art, history, and care of bonsai from trained Garden Guides, and get a close look at a tiny tree from BBG’s Education collection. Learn More about Bonsai Mini Drop-In Tours
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Wednesday–Sunday, June 11–29 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover plants in bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Sunday, June 15, 2025
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Wednesday–Sunday, June 11–29 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover plants in 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 28–September 3, 2025 | 6–8:30 p.m.
Savor the Garden during the twilight hours—just for members! Learn More about Members’ Summer Evenings
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
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Performances Don't Miss
Summer Solstice Celebration
Friday, June 20, 2025 | Ticketed Event
Celebrate the longest day of the year with sunrise and sunset performances on Cherry Esplanade. Learn More about Summer Solstice Celebration
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Wednesday–Sunday, June 11–29 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover plants in bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Friday, June 20, 2025
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Tours Don't Miss
Bonsai Mini Drop-In Tours
Saturdays & Sundays, June 14–29; Saturday, July 19; August 9; September 20; October 18 | 11 a.m.–1 p.m. | Drop-in
Learn about the art, history, and care of bonsai from trained Garden Guides, and get a close look at a tiny tree from BBG’s Education collection. Learn More about Bonsai Mini Drop-In Tours
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Continuing Education Classes | Maker Classes Don't Miss
A Midsummer Afternoon’s Perfumed Walk in the Shakespeare Garden: Perfume in the Time of Shakespeare
Saturday, June 21, 2025 (Rain date: June 28) | 11 a.m.–2 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Take a walk in the Shakespeare Garden to learn about the plants that were a huge part of Elizabethan life. Learn More about A Midsummer Afternoon’s Perfumed Walk in the Shakespeare Garden: Perfume in the Time of Shakespeare
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Wednesday–Sunday, June 11–29 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover plants in 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
ASL-Led Composting Workshop and Tour
Saturday, June 21 | 3:30–5:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Enjoy a summer evening with an ASL-led Garden tour and composting workshop for the d/Deaf community. Learn More about ASL-Led Composting Workshop and Tour
Saturday, June 21, 2025
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Tours Don't Miss
Bonsai Mini Drop-In Tours
Saturdays & Sundays, June 14–29; Saturday, July 19; August 9; September 20; October 18 | 11 a.m.–1 p.m. | Drop-in
Learn about the art, history, and care of bonsai from trained Garden Guides, and get a close look at a tiny tree from BBG’s Education collection. Learn More about Bonsai Mini Drop-In Tours
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Wednesday–Sunday, June 11–29 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover plants in bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Sunday, June 22, 2025
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Member Events | Evenings Don't Miss
Members’ Summer Evenings
Wednesdays, May 28–September 3, 2025 | 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’ Pride Night
Wednesday, June 25, 2025 | 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
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
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Continuing Education Classes | Gardening Classes Don't Miss
Art of Bonsai
Single session on Saturday, June 28, 2025 | 10 a.m.–1 p.m. or Saturday, August 23, 2025 | 12–3 p.m. | Waitlist Only
Dive into bonsai design with this interactive class. You’ll explore the creative process of designing and shaping your own bonsai. Learn More about Art of Bonsai
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Tours Don't Miss
Bonsai Mini Drop-In Tours
Saturdays & Sundays, June 14–29; Saturday, July 19; August 9; September 20; October 18 | 11 a.m.–1 p.m. | Drop-in
Learn about the art, history, and care of bonsai from trained Garden Guides, and get a close look at a tiny tree from BBG’s Education collection. Learn More about Bonsai Mini Drop-In Tours
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Continuing Education Classes | Floral Design Classes Don't Miss
Peonies! Peonies! Peonies!
Saturday, June 28, 2025 | 10 a.m.–1 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Using a variety of peonies, spring blooms, and textural elements, you’ll create a stunning arrangement fit for the season, with step-by-step instruction. Learn More about Peonies! Peonies! Peonies!
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Wednesday–Sunday, June 11–29 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover plants in bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
Saturday, June 28, 2025
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Tours Don't Miss
Bonsai Mini Drop-In Tours
Saturdays & Sundays, June 14–29; Saturday, July 19; August 9; September 20; October 18 | 11 a.m.–1 p.m. | Drop-in
Learn about the art, history, and care of bonsai from trained Garden Guides, and get a close look at a tiny tree from BBG’s Education collection. Learn More about Bonsai Mini Drop-In Tours
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Wednesday–Sunday, June 11–29 | 1–2 p.m.
Discover plants in bloom and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour