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Storybook & Sensory Bin Time
Gainesville
Wednesdays, 10 a.m. – noon: Engage young minds and senses with nature-inspired stories. Join us for Storybook Time April – August.
Learn MoreGarden Grooves
Atlanta
Thursdays, 10 and 10:45 a.m.: Get ready to wiggle and warble! Join us for songs and dances inspired by the beautiful outdoors.
Learn MoreCocktails in the Garden
Atlanta
Thursdays, May 14 - Sept. 24: Purchase cocktails and enjoy live entertainment and more while exploring the Garden.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT- An Orangerie Spice Exploration
Atlanta
Delight your senses by joining this culinary exploration of one of Chef Taylor’s favorite places in the garden: the Orangerie.
Learn MoreShows for Seedlings: Watermelon Wiggles with Alyssa Easterly Miller
Atlanta
Performances at 10 and 10:45 a.m. March and wiggle the watermelon jiggle with Mrs. Alyssa! Join her on a musical picnic adventure and sing songs about summertime fruits, chickens on the farm, marchin’ ants, flappin’ birds, and more.
Learn MoreFrog Feeding
Atlanta
Saturdays at 10 a.m.: Drop by the Fuqua Conservatory Lobby to meet an amphibian specialist and see the frogs jump into action.
Learn MoreIntroductory Bonsai Workshop
Gainesville
New in Gainesville: Register today for the Introductory Bonsai Workshop. This beginner-friendly class teaches the art and horticulture of growing miniature trees. Join us!
Learn MoreGarden Chef Demos: Anïsa Lewis
Atlanta
11:30 a.m. & 12:30 p.m.: Join Chef Anïsa Lewis as she teaches you how to prepare a tasty seasonal recipe in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreAgLanta Eats: Neighbors + Flavors
Atlanta
Savor a variety of tastings prepared by top local chefs using the freshest ingredients from local growers, celebrate the vibrancy of Atlanta's urban agriculture and learn more about ways to support a healthier food system.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Drawing Trees
Atlanta
Celebrate trees by learning to draw them with pencil, pen, marker, and charcoal. With the focus on trees native to Georgia, students will draw leaves and branches, tree trunks, roots, and tree structures and shapes.
Learn MoreGarden Playtime
Atlanta
Tuesdays, March – Oct.: Introduce your little one to the joys of nature! Join us for fun activities that will stimulate your child’s interest in the natural world.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Well-Seasoned Chef: Blake Hartley, Andy Long, & Elise Harshbarger
Atlanta
Join Chefs Blake Hartley, Andy Long and Elise Harshbarger of Lapeer Steak & Seafood for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreStorybook Time
Atlanta
Wednesdays, 10 and 10:45 a.m.: Nature-inspired stories come to life during Storybook Time with Ms. Ally, where little ones hear, engage, and interact with stories about bees, flowers, butterflies, and other garden friends.
Learn MoreStorybook & Sensory Bin Time
Gainesville
Wednesdays, 10 a.m. – noon: Engage young minds and senses with nature-inspired stories. Join us for Storybook Time April – August.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Fresh Plates Dinner: Crystal Leach & Nancy Waldeck
Atlanta
Enjoy a fun evening dining, sipping and learning in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreGarden Grooves
Atlanta
Thursdays, 10 and 10:45 a.m.: Get ready to wiggle and warble! Join us for songs and dances inspired by the beautiful outdoors.
Learn MoreCocktails in the Garden
Atlanta
Thursdays, May 14 - Sept. 24: Purchase cocktails and enjoy live entertainment and more while exploring the Garden.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Georgia Grown Dinners: Laura Orellana-Martin
Atlanta
Celebrate the important relationships between chefs and local farmers during a seasonal dinner in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreShows for Seedlings: Taiko & Dance: The Spirit of Okinawa with Mirai Kanai
Atlanta
Performances at 10 and 10:45 a.m.: Experience the vibrant energy of Eisa (エイサー), a traditional Okinawan folk dance that blends powerful taiko drumming with dynamic choreography.
Learn MoreFrog Feeding
Atlanta
Saturdays at 10 a.m.: Drop by the Fuqua Conservatory Lobby to meet an amphibian specialist and see the frogs jump into action.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Container Gardening
Atlanta
Explore container gardening basics: plant selection, soil types, and choosing appropriate containers. Learn the annuals, perennials, trees and shrubs that do well in pots.
Learn MoreCANCELLED: Sip & See: Water Gardening Demo
Gainesville
Grab your favorite bevvie and dive into the tranquil world of aquatic gardening in this live demonstration focused on water lilies and lotus.
Learn MoreGarden Chef Demos
Atlanta
11:30 a.m. & 12:30 p.m.: Join Garden Chefs as they teach you how to prepare a tasty seasonal recipe in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreStrings in the Garden
Atlanta
Supporting and above members are invited to enjoy a special evening of music in the Garden with a live strings performance and hors d’oeuvres.
Learn MoreMember Appreciation Month
AtlantaGainesville
Garden members enjoy extra perks in September, including special events, prizes and additional discounts in the Garden and beyond.
Learn MoreGarden Playtime
Atlanta
Tuesdays, March – Oct.: Introduce your little one to the joys of nature! Join us for fun activities that will stimulate your child’s interest in the natural world.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Well-Seasoned Chef: DeeDee Niyomkul
Atlanta
Join Chef DeeDee Niyomkul of Nan Thai Buckhead & Tuk Tuk for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreStorybook Time
Atlanta
Wednesdays, 10 and 10:45 a.m.: Nature-inspired stories come to life during Storybook Time with Ms. Ally, where little ones hear, engage, and interact with stories about bees, flowers, butterflies, and other garden friends.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Basics of Pruning
Atlanta
Learn all manner of pruning methods, including tree and shrub pruning and fall cut-backs, along with the proper timing for these techniques.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Fresh Plates Dinner: Chris Morrison
Atlanta
Enjoy a fun evening dining, sipping and learning in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreGarden Grooves
Atlanta
Thursdays, 10 and 10:45 a.m.: Get ready to wiggle and warble! Join us for songs and dances inspired by the beautiful outdoors.
Learn MoreCocktails in the Garden
Atlanta
Thursdays, May 14 - Sept. 24: Purchase cocktails and enjoy live entertainment and more while exploring the Garden.
Learn MoreShows for Seedlings: Atlanta Ballet’s Fairytales with Friends
Atlanta
Performances at 10 and 10:45 a.m.: Join the Atlanta Ballet Centre for Dance Education for a fun and interactive dance-along set to classical music. This activity features creative movement led by classic fairytale characters from our beloved Family Ballets.
Learn MoreFrog Feeding
Atlanta
Saturdays at 10 a.m.: Drop by the Fuqua Conservatory Lobby to meet an amphibian specialist and see the frogs jump into action.
Learn MorePatio Gardening
Gainesville
Turn your patio or balcony into a green paradise in this entry-level class taught by botanical experts!
Learn MoreGarden Playtime
Atlanta
Tuesdays, March – Oct.: Introduce your little one to the joys of nature! Join us for fun activities that will stimulate your child’s interest in the natural world.
Learn MoreCANCELED: Well-Seasoned Chef: Ali Mesghali
Atlanta
Join Chef Ali Mesghali of Rumi's Kitchen for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreStorybook Time
Atlanta
Wednesdays, 10 and 10:45 a.m.: Nature-inspired stories come to life during Storybook Time with Ms. Ally, where little ones hear, engage, and interact with stories about bees, flowers, butterflies, and other garden friends.
Learn MoreGarden Grooves
Atlanta
Thursdays, 10 and 10:45 a.m.: Get ready to wiggle and warble! Join us for songs and dances inspired by the beautiful outdoors.
Learn MoreCocktails in the Garden
Atlanta
Thursdays, May 14 - Sept. 24: Purchase cocktails and enjoy live entertainment and more while exploring the Garden.
Learn MoreShows for Seedlings: Explore Chinese Dance with Hwee-Eng Lee and Kerry Lee
Atlanta
Performances at 10 and 10:45 a.m.: Explore Chinese dance, history, and culture through a fun, interactive performance with the directors of the Atlanta Chinese Dance Company!
Learn MoreHoney Bee Biology for Beekeeping
Atlanta
In this class, we will take a look at honey bee biology that is relevant to beekeeping.
Learn MoreFrog Feeding
Atlanta
Saturdays at 10 a.m.: Drop by the Fuqua Conservatory Lobby to meet an amphibian specialist and see the frogs jump into action.
Learn MoreDiscovery Volunteer Training
Atlanta
Teach Garden visitors about plant collections, conservation work and exhibitions.
Learn MoreWriting in Color
Atlanta
In this generative writing workshop, we will explore the garden to observe and document colors and how they make us feel.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Fall Into Flavor with Plant-Forward Cooking
Atlanta
Join Chef Megan McCarthy to explore the art of building balanced, beautiful plates centered around seasonal vegetables, grains, and bright garden flavors.
Learn MoreBob Ross Paint and Sip
Gainesville
Paint like Bob Ross! Bob Ross Certified Instructor Jeremy Rogers will walk you through how to paint a stunning landscape in this is light-hearted painting class focused on creating beauty and connecting with nature.
Learn MoreCANCELLED: Voice in the Garden
Gainesville
Learn breathing, humming and vocal toning techniques designed to support relaxation, self-care and overall well-being.
Learn MoreSkyline Picnic
Atlanta
Mix and mingle at this exclusive event for Donor-level members in the Skyline Garden while enjoying the cooler fall weather, tasty hors d’oeuvres and live music.
Learn MoreGarden Playtime
Atlanta
Tuesdays, March – Oct.: Introduce your little one to the joys of nature! Join us for fun activities that will stimulate your child’s interest in the natural world.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Well-Seasoned Chef: Todd Richards
Atlanta
Join Chef Todd Richards of Brassica for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreStorybook Time
Atlanta
Wednesdays, 10 and 10:45 a.m.: Nature-inspired stories come to life during Storybook Time with Ms. Ally, where little ones hear, engage, and interact with stories about bees, flowers, butterflies, and other garden friends.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Fresh Plates Dinner: Rusty Bowers
Atlanta
Enjoy a fun evening dining, sipping and learning in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Intro to Designing with Native Plants
Atlanta
In this class we will learn the basics native gardening: which plants to use in what spaces and introduction to design theory.
Learn MoreHomeschool Curiosity Day: Plant Parts
Gainesville
Supplement your life science, botanical and environmental studies curriculum with a visit to the Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville.
Learn MoreGarden Grooves
Atlanta
Thursdays, 10 and 10:45 a.m.: Get ready to wiggle and warble! Join us for songs and dances inspired by the beautiful outdoors.
Learn MoreCocktails in the Garden
Atlanta
Thursdays, May 14 - Sept. 24: Purchase cocktails and enjoy live entertainment and more while exploring the Garden.
Learn MoreNew South Chef Collective: A Garden Dinner Series II
Atlanta
Experience Old South ingredients in a fresh new way during the second of three Garden dinners hosted by The New South chef collective, an all-Black group of Atlanta chefs who showcase culture and cuisine through collaboration.
Learn MoreShows for Seedlings: Music Party with Travis Murphy
Atlanta
Performances at 10 and 10:45 a.m. Come on a musical journey with fun and silly songs, dancing, and visits from Mr. Travis’s puppet friends!
Learn MoreDahlia Show
Atlanta
Experience the annual Georgia Dahlia Show showcasing hundreds of exquisite dahlia species grown by members of the Dahlia Society of Georgia.
Learn MoreGarden Playtime
Atlanta
Tuesdays, March – Oct.: Introduce your little one to the joys of nature! Join us for fun activities that will stimulate your child’s interest in the natural world.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Well-Seasoned Chef Dinner: Woody Back
Atlanta
Join Chef Woody Back of Table & Main for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreStorybook Time
Atlanta
Wednesdays, 10 and 10:45 a.m.: Nature-inspired stories come to life during Storybook Time with Ms. Ally, where little ones hear, engage, and interact with stories about bees, flowers, butterflies, and other garden friends.
Learn MoreLight Bites & Garden Insights
Gainesville
Contributing-level members and above are invited to enjoy refreshments and a staff-led, behind-the-scenes tour of the Gainesville Garden’s Conservation Safeguarding Nursery.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Designing with Seasonal Blooms: An Autumn Floral Arranging Workshop
Atlanta
Celebrate the beauty of the season by creating your own lush floral arrangement using fresh, seasonal blooms.
Learn MoreGarden Grooves
Atlanta
Thursdays, 10 and 10:45 a.m.: Get ready to wiggle and warble! Join us for songs and dances inspired by the beautiful outdoors.
Learn MoreCocktails in the Garden
Atlanta
Thursdays, May 14 - Sept. 24: Purchase cocktails and enjoy live entertainment and more while exploring the Garden.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Georgia Grown Dinners: Holden McKinstry and Taylor Mead
Atlanta
Celebrate the important relationships between chefs and local farmers during a seasonal dinner in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreShows for Seedlings: Opera Storytime with The Atlanta Opera
Atlanta
Performances at 10 and 10:45 a.m.: Join us as The Atlanta Opera delights families with an Opera Storytime!
Learn MoreFrog Feeding
Atlanta
Saturdays at 10 a.m.: Drop by the Fuqua Conservatory Lobby to meet an amphibian specialist and see the frogs jump into action.
Learn MoreThe Vegetarian Spice Table
Atlanta
Chef Naina Bhedwar leads you through clever spicing and fantastic flavors that put vegetables in the spotlight!
Learn MoreChinese Watercolor: Peonies
Atlanta
Learn how to paint peonies using traditional Chinese watercolor techniques. This class is appropriate for all levels of artistic experience, and all instruction and materials will be provided.
Learn MoreResin Art with Dried Flowers
Gainesville
Create resin coasters, charms, and bookmarks in this hands-on workshop led by Atlanta Botanical Garden Gainesville staff.
Learn MoreHealthy Soil: Reimagining Compost
Atlanta
In this interactive workshop, you'll learn the fundamentals of composting, explore the difference between diverse systems, and gain hands-on experience making natural bio fertilizers.
Learn MoreGarden of Eden Ball
Atlanta
The gala returns to the Great Lawn as the Garden’s largest annual fundraising event, generating vital revenue for Garden operations.
Learn MoreGarden Playtime
Atlanta
Tuesdays, March – Oct.: Introduce your little one to the joys of nature! Join us for fun activities that will stimulate your child’s interest in the natural world.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Well-Seasoned Chef: Tal Baum
Atlanta
Join Chef Tal Baum of Oliva Restaurant Group for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreFuqua Lecture: Dr. Katharine K. Wilkinson – Climate Wayfinding
Atlanta
Join us for this free Fuqua Lecture. In her new book Climate Wayfinding: Healing Ourselves and the Planet We Call Home, Dr. Katharine K. Wilkinson offers a compassionate and empowering guide for navigating a possibility for healing the climate crisis.
Learn MoreStorybook Time
Atlanta
Wednesdays, 10 and 10:45 a.m.: Nature-inspired stories come to life during Storybook Time with Ms. Ally, where little ones hear, engage, and interact with stories about bees, flowers, butterflies, and other garden friends.
Learn MoreCANCELLED: Intuitive Art Workshop: Echoes in the Garden
Gainesville
Immerse yourself in a guided art making experience. Echoes in the Garden is a two-hour immersive workshop blending mindfulness, ambient observation, and intuitive art making.
Learn MorePlanning Your Raised Bed Garden
Atlanta
Learn practical steps needed to establish a garden that maximizes growing space and efficiency, create a fall planting plan, and plan for a harvest of diverse crops.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Dinner with Deborah VanTrece and Mia Oriño
Atlanta
Chefs Deborah VanTrece, Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pours & Mia Oriño, Kamayan present a dinner showcasing the passion and talent of this MICHELIN-recommended chef-friend duo.
Learn MoreHomeschool Curiosity Day: Art and Nature
Gainesville
In this hands-on workshop, students will explore the connection between the natural world and art through discovery.
Learn MoreGarden Grooves
Atlanta
Thursdays, 10 and 10:45 a.m.: Get ready to wiggle and warble! Join us for songs and dances inspired by the beautiful outdoors.
Learn MoreFest-of-Ale
Atlanta
October Thursdays, 5–8 p.m.: Explore Scarecrows in the Garden while enjoying craft beers and live entertainment.
Learn MoreLight Bites & Garden Insights
Atlanta
Contributing-level members and above are treated to refreshments and a short presentation by Conservation staff.
Learn MoreCANCELLED: New South Chef Collective: A Garden Dinner Series III
Atlanta
Experience Old South ingredients in a fresh new way during the final of three Garden dinners hosted by The New South chef collective, an all-Black group of Atlanta chefs who showcase culture and cuisine through collaboration.
Learn MoreFall Drop-In Garden Tours
Gainesville
Enjoy a one-hour guided tour of the Garden with one of our docents.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Container Gardening
Atlanta
Join us and explore container gardening basics: plant selection, soil types and choosing appropriate containers.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Edible Gardening in Small Spaces
Atlanta
Create your own mini edible container garden! Learn how to maximize your small yard, patio or window boxes to grow healthy and delicious food.
Learn MoreFall Family Fun
Atlanta
Saturdays & Sundays in October: Fall-themed activities will delight youngsters of all ages!
Learn MoreGarden Chef Demo: Anïsa Lewis
Atlanta
11:30 a.m. & 12:30 p.m.: Join Chef Anïsa Lewis as she teaches you how to prepare a tasty seasonal recipe in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Homemade Pie Making
Atlanta
Elevate your pies or gain a completely new skill when you learn how to make flaky, delicious pie from scratch in this class that is perfect for beginner to intermediate bakers.
Learn MoreFall Family Fun
Atlanta
Weekends in October: Fall-themed activities will delight youngsters of all ages!
Learn MoreGarden Lights, Holiday Nights Job Fair
Atlanta
The Garden is hiring for seasonal positions in Special Events and Longleaf Restaurant.
Learn MoreGarden Playtime
Atlanta
Tuesdays, March – Oct.: Introduce your little one to the joys of nature! Join us for fun activities that will stimulate your child’s interest in the natural world.
Learn MoreYoga in the Garden
Gainesville
New in Gainesville: Join us for a one-hour session of Yoga in the Garden, open to all experience levels.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Well-Seasoned Chef: Julian Parker
Atlanta
Join Chef Julian Parker of Longleaf Restaurant for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
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