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Families & Kids | Special Events Don't Miss
Lightscape
November 21, 2025–January 4, 2026 | Ticketed Event
Experience the magic of Lightscape, NYC’s most dazzling light show! Celebrate the beauty of nature in winter on this enchanting trail animated by light, color, and sound. Learn More about Lightscape
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Exhibits Don't Miss
Notice/Know/Kin: A Human/Tree Biography
November 7, 2025–March 15, 2026
This mixed-media art exhibit by Nina Browne, a woodworker turned urban naturalist, invites us inside the artist’s life and inside wood to reflect on our living relationships with trees and the Earth. Learn More about Notice/Know/Kin: A Human/Tree Biography
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Special Events Don't Miss
Pop-Up Winter Tree Market at Terrain
Thursday, December 4—Sunday, December 7, 2025 | 10 a.m.–8 p.m.
Don’t miss the limited-time Winter Tree Market at Terrain at Brooklyn Botanic Garden featuring highly sought-after Silvertip firs. Learn More about Pop-Up Winter Tree Market at Terrain
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Lightscape Don't Miss
Lightscape 21+ Nights
Thursday, December 4, 11 & 18, 2025 | Ticketed Event
Experience the magic of Lightscape in a new way with these special 21 and over evening hours. Learn More about Lightscape 21+ Nights
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Food Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Holiday Mocktails
Single session on Thursday, December 4 or December 11, 2025 | Preregistration Required
This class will introduce you to the wonders of using leaves, flowers, barks, seeds, and berries in a range of alcohol-free beverages. Learn More about Holiday Mocktails
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Floral Design Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Floral Design: Basics and Beyond
3 Thursdays: December 4, 11, 18, 2025 | 6–7:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Learn how to make beautiful arrangements for home and special events. Learn More about Floral Design: Basics and Beyond
Thursday, December 4, 2025
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Garden Apprentice Program Application Deadline
Wednesday, December 5, 2025
BBG’s Garden Apprentice Program is a great way for teens to learn about urban agriculture and develop their professional skills. Applications for the 2026 program are due December 5.
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Special Events Don't Miss
Pop-Up Winter Tree Market at Terrain
Thursday, December 4—Sunday, December 7, 2025 | 10 a.m.–8 p.m.
Don’t miss the limited-time Winter Tree Market at Terrain at Brooklyn Botanic Garden featuring highly sought-after Silvertip firs. Learn More about Pop-Up Winter Tree Market at Terrain
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Access Programs Don't Miss
Lightscape Sensory-Friendly Early Entry
December 5 & 30, 2025 | 4 p.m. | Ticketed Event
These special early entry times are designed for adults and children with disabilities or sensory sensitivity who would like to experience Lightscape without the usual high volume of people. Learn More about Lightscape Sensory-Friendly Early Entry
Friday, December 5, 2025
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Continuing Education Classes | Maker Classes Don't Miss
Succulent Terrariums
Single session on Saturday, November 22 or December 6, 2025 | 10 a.m.–12 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Learn to create sculptural succulent terrarium ornaments that can thrive for years with minimal care. Learn More about Succulent Terrariums
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Health & Wellness Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Intro to Mindfulness: Compassion and the Natural World
3 Saturdays: December 6–20, 2025 | 9–10:15 a.m. | Preregistration Required
In this introductory three-session series we will look at qualities of mindfulness including present-time awareness and mindfulness of the breath, body, senses, and thoughts. Learn More about Intro to Mindfulness: Compassion and the Natural World
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Special Events Don't Miss
Pop-Up Winter Tree Market at Terrain
Thursday, December 4—Sunday, December 7, 2025 | 10 a.m.–8 p.m.
Don’t miss the limited-time Winter Tree Market at Terrain at Brooklyn Botanic Garden featuring highly sought-after Silvertip firs. Learn More about Pop-Up Winter Tree Market at Terrain
Saturday, December 6, 2025
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Continuing Education Classes | Maker Classes Don't Miss
DIY Herbal Teas
Single session on Saturday, December 6 or December 13, 2025 | 11 a.m.–1 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Learn the art of making teas and the best herbs to use for different purposes. Make your own tea blend to take home! Learn More about DIY Herbal Teas
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Continuing Education Classes | Maker Classes Don't Miss
Ceramic Planter Making
Single session on Saturday, November 22 or Saturday, December 13, 2025 | Preregistration Required
Learn hand-building pottery techniques while creating your own planter. Learn More about Ceramic Planter Making
