Celebrate the return of spring at an exclusive evening in the Garden surrounded by signature blooms displays during Garden Party: Picture Perfect. Get tickets now for the Garden’s only public springtime evening event featuring craft cocktails and elevated cuisine for purchase, plus seasonal activities, garden photography demos and more.
NEW Premium Tickets! Enjoy exclusive early access to the event, express entry all night, a private bar, exclusive commemorative photo op with springtime characters from The Off Center Project, exclusive lines for food and photos, two complimentary mocktails and a Garden-branded picnic blanket.
Saturday, March 22, 2025
Premium Admission begins at 5 p.m.
General Admission begins at 5:30 p.m.
Bars close at 8:30 p.m. | Event ends at 9 p.m.
Purchase tickets in advance online to ensure admission.
Tickets may also be purchased at the door, while supplies last.
Parking: $10 per vehicle. (SAGE cards not accepted).
Save time with Zoom and Bloom: Rideshare users, walkers and bikers receive a fast pass card upon arrival. This grants express entry and one complimentary signature mocktail. Participants will also be entered to win a pair of tickets to a future Garden event.
*Cash bars are available throughout the Garden. The Garden and its parking facility are card-only.
Buy Tickets + Picnic Boxes
Pricing is per person. Tickets are required for all guests and members.
Member general admission: $60
Non-member general admission: $65
Member premium Admission: $95
Non-member premium Admission: $100
Pick up your pre-ordered Springtime Chef’s Picnic Box for Two
The popular grab-and-go box returns! Pre-orders have closed for the curated selections from Dulce & Sabrosa that highlight fresh, seasonal ingredients in the Springtime Chef’s Picnic Box. Limited onsite selection for purchase while supplies last.
About the Event
Live Music
Enter to sophisticated favorites performed by the Metropolitan Youth Symphony Orchestras of Atlanta Chamber Trio. Groove to the Phat Katz 6-piece jazz band. Dance to classic hits performed by Deb Bowman and her Big Love Band. Lift your spirit with warmth of the vocals of Unified Sound Choir. Classical goes pop with Harmony Music Ensemble’s violin, cello and piano on the Canopy Walk.
Creative Characters
Garden Party guests can’t resist photo ops and fun moments with The Off Centered Project in the Hardin Visitor Center and throughout the Garden.
iPhone Photography Demos
Get the most out of your iPhone pics with demos from expert Colleen Duffley. The renowned creative director, photographer and artist shares her eye for detail with invaluable tips for transforming everyday moments into extraordinary images. Capture the essence of nature using only a smartphone, emphasizing lighting, composition and their own creativity to maximize the potential of mobile photography.
Arrange Seasonal Blooms
Floral designer Mary Delia Poynter returns to the Rose Garden with her beloved floral demos sharing the art of arranging seasonal blooms for inspirational spaces.
Make-and-Take Bouquets
Take selfies with the Lavender Bloom Mobile and purchase a make-and-take a bouquet of premium blooms from Nancy’s Flower Truck while supplies last.
Curated Cuisine
Enjoy a variety of handmade tacos and sides from Dulce & Sabrosa’s mix-and-match taco bar, or pick up your pre-purchased Springtime Chef’s Picnic Box add-on for gourmet grab-and go (limited onsite selection for purchase while supplies last). Visit a sweet-and-savory crepes cart where Vanilla Crepes offers selections with fillings like fresh berries, chocolate and savory herbs and cheeses.
Dine at Longleaf
Enjoy full-service dinner and cocktails at the Garden’s indoor/outdoor restaurant. Walk-ins only, no reservations. Last seating at 8 p.m.
Orchid Daze: Beauty and Light
Lose yourself in the color and fragrance during this rare evening viewing of Orchid Daze: Beauty and Light in the Fuqua Orchid Center.
Strike a Pose
Let your true colors shine through at the ShutterXpress Photobooth with a fun, interactive way to capture unforgettable memories against a gorgeous floral backdrop. Also, take a 360-degree photo with Spin the City ATL!
Know Before You Go
Chairs, pets, tobacco/vape products/smoking of all kinds, outside food/drinks are not permitted in the Garden. Food and beverages offered while supplies last. Tickets are non-refundable. No rain checks. Only guests 21 and older may purchase alcohol, ID required. Bars close at 8:30 p.m.