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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 14–June 11, 2026 (except June 4) | 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 2026
Tuesday, June 2, 2026 | 5:30 p.m. | Ticketed Event
A gala evening celebrating our shared connection to nature and BBG’s long history of environmental education and leadership. Learn More about Spring Gala 2026
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Special Events Don't Miss
After Party 2026
Tuesday, June 2, 2026 | 9–11:30 p.m. | Ticketed Event
Celebrate spring in the Garden with a dance party under the stars. Learn More about After Party 2026
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Spring First Discoveries
Wednesdays & Fridays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | March 18–June 12, 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 Spring First Discoveries
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Horticulture Certificate | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Herbaceous Landscape Plant ID
6 weekly sessions beginning Wednesday, June 3; Tuesday, July 7; Thursday, August 6; or Wednesday, August 12, 2026 | 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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Member Events | Evenings Don't Miss
Members’ Summer Evenings
Wednesdays, May 27–September 2 , 2026 | 6–8:30 p.m.
Savor the Garden during the twilight hours—just for members! Learn More about Members’ Summer Evenings
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Spring Family Discovery Days
Select weekdays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Thursday, April 2; Tuesday, April 7; Thursday, April 9; Thursday, June 4, 2026 | Drop-in
Explore nature with hands-on activities alongside BBG volunteers in the Discovery Garden. Learn More about Spring Family Discovery Days
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Gardening Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Native Plants for the Urban Environment
Thursday, June 4, 2026 | 1–4 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Learn how to incorporate more native plants into our urban environment to build habitat for birds, insects, and other animals. Learn More about Native Plants for the Urban Environment
Thursday, June 4, 2026
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Spring First Discoveries
Wednesdays & Fridays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | March 18–June 12, 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 Spring First Discoveries
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Families & Kids | Children's Garden Classes Don't Miss
Family Gardening Hours
Single session on April 8, 9, 10, 11; June 5, 6; July 1 or 2, 2026 | 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 5, 2026
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Health & Wellness Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Walking Meditation: Deep Listening in Nature
Saturday, June 6, 2026 | 9–10:15 a.m. | Preregistration Required
Join this class to practice walking meditation in the Garden amid its summer awakening. Learn More about Walking Meditation: Deep Listening in Nature
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Garden Circle Events Don't Miss
Garden Circle June Early-Morning Hours
Saturday, June 6 & Sunday, June 7, 2026 | 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 11–June 7, 2026 (except May 2, 16, 23–24) | 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 8, 9, 10, 11; June 5, 6; July 1 or 2, 2026 | 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
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Spring Family Story Time
Saturdays, April 25, June 6; Sundays, May 10, 17, 31, 2026 | 11 a.m.–12 p.m. | Drop-in
Read garden-inspired stories alongside BBG volunteers. Drop in anytime during program hours to join in. Learn More about Spring Family Story Time
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Art Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Cyanotype Printmaking
Saturday, June 6, 2026 (Rain date: June 13) | 12:30–3:30 p.m. | Waitlist Only
Create handmade botanical cyanotype prints using the grounds of BBG as our studio. Learn More about Cyanotype Printmaking
Saturday, June 6, 2026
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Garden Circle Events Don't Miss
Garden Circle June Early-Morning Hours
Saturday, June 6 & Sunday, June 7, 2026 | 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 11–June 7, 2026 (except May 2, 16, 23–24) | 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 7, 2026
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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 14–June 11, 2026 (except June 4) | 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, June 9–28, 2026 | 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
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Spring First Discoveries
Wednesdays & Fridays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | March 18–June 12, 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 Spring First Discoveries
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, June 9–28, 2026 | 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 27–September 2 , 2026 | 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 10, 2026 | 6–8:30 p.m.
Stroll through the glorious Cranford Rose Garden then swing by Cherry Esplanade for a live performance by the Glenn Crytzer Quartet. Learn More about Members’ Rose Night
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
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Floral Design Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
The Art of Ikebana: A Meditative Floral Experience
Single session on Saturday, May 2 | 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. or Thursday, June 11, 2026 | 6–9 p.m. | Waitlist Only
Create a classic ikebana arrangement. Learn More about The Art of Ikebana: A Meditative Floral Experience
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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 14–June 11, 2026 (except June 4) | 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, June 9–28, 2026 | 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 11, 2026
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Spring First Discoveries
Wednesdays & Fridays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | March 18–June 12, 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 Spring First Discoveries
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, June 9–28, 2026 | 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 12, 2026
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Families & Kids | Access Programs Don't Miss
All-Abilities Discovery Morning
Saturday, June 13, 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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Tours Don't Miss
Recorrido por lo más destacado de la temporada/Seasonal Highlights Tour in Spanish
Sábados 25 de abril, 9 y 16 de mayo, y 13 de junio de 2026 | 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 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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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, June 9–28, 2026 | 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 13, 2026
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Community Greening Workshops Don't Miss
Give Your Street Tree the Gift of Great Soil
Sunday, June 14, 2026 | 11 a.m.–1 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Learn best practices to spruce up your tree beds while improving the health and resilience of your block’s trees. Learn More about Give Your Street Tree the Gift of Great Soil
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, June 9–28, 2026 | 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 14, 2026
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, June 9–28, 2026 | 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 27–September 2 , 2026 | 6–8:30 p.m.
Savor the Garden during the twilight hours—just for members! Learn More about Members’ Summer Evenings
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, June 9–28, 2026 | 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
Floral Design: Basics and Beyond
3 Thursdays: June 18, 25, and July 2, 2026 | 6–7:30 p.m. | Waitlist Only
Learn how to make beautiful arrangements for home and special events. Learn More about Floral Design: Basics and Beyond
Thursday, June 18, 2026
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Nature Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Plant ID 101
Saturday, June 20, 2026 | 12–4 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Learn to recognize and name herbaceous plants. Learn More about Plant ID 101
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Continuing Education Classes | Maker Classes Don't Miss
A Midsummer Afternoon’s Perfumed Walk in the Shakespeare Garden
Saturday, June 20, 2026 (Rain date: June 27) | 12:30–4 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Learn about the plants that were a huge part of Elizabethan life, and use them to create your own nosegay and perfume. Learn More about A Midsummer Afternoon’s Perfumed Walk in the Shakespeare Garden
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, June 9–28, 2026 | 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 20, 2026
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Performances Don't Miss
Summer Solstice Celebration
Sunday, June 21, 2026 | 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
Tuesday–Sunday, June 9–28, 2026 | 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 21, 2026
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, June 9–28, 2026 | 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
Plant Health Care
6 weekly sessions beginning Tuesday, June 23 or Thursday, June 25, 2026 | Waitlist Only
This class offers an in-depth examination of cultural management practices to support plant health and biodiversity in urban gardens. Learn More about Plant Health Care
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, June 9–28, 2026 | 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 24, 2026 | 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 27–September 2 , 2026 | 6–8:30 p.m.
Savor the Garden during the twilight hours—just for members! Learn More about Members’ Summer Evenings
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, June 9–28, 2026 | 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
Plant Health Care
6 weekly sessions beginning Tuesday, June 23 or Thursday, June 25, 2026 | Waitlist Only
This class offers an in-depth examination of cultural management practices to support plant health and biodiversity in urban gardens. Learn More about Plant Health Care
Thursday, June 25, 2026
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Gardening Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Container Gardening
Saturday, June 27, 2026 | 10 a.m.–1 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Explore the art and science of container gardening. Learn More about Container Gardening
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Nature Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Urban Beekeeping Basics
Saturday, June 27, 2026 | 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Learn bee biology, tools and techniques for hive care, and problem-solving and pest management. This class will provide a lecture as well as live observation of bees at work. Learn More about Urban Beekeeping Basics
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, June 9–28, 2026 | 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 27, 2026
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Tours Don't Miss
Seasonal Highlights Tour
Tuesday–Sunday, June 9–28, 2026 | 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