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Pollinator Party
Atlanta
Enjoy a family celebration of the bees, butterflies, birds and other animals that pollinate plants and are responsible for many fruits and vegetables.
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 MorePlant. Eat. Repeat. Workshop Series
Atlanta
Stone Mountain Community Garden: This introductory workshop will explore the various parts of the seeds, plant selection, collecting, preparing and storing seeds helping to build confidence in this time-honored aspect of regenerative agriculture.
Learn MoreGreenhouse and Nursery Tour
Gainesville
Come take a behind the scenes tour of our 3-acre greenhouse and nursery facilities. The tour encompasses all indoor and outdoor growing spaces, along with many specimen plantings not represented in the main garden.
Learn MoreGeorgia Grown Summer Fruits Celebration
Atlanta
Embrace summer’s bounty and celebrate Georgia's favorite fruits!
Learn MoreMusic in the Garden
Gainesville
Our new summer series brings a variety of live musical performances to the Ivester Amphitheater! Enjoy beautiful acoustics in the Garden and explore Wild & Wonderful: Folk Art by Alfred Glover during sunset.
Learn MoreSummer Party
Atlanta
Celebrate the season with live music and an unforgettable lantern parade through Storza Woods!
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 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 MoreDrop-In Kids Gardening Activity
Atlanta
Wednesdays, May - July: Join us for a kid-friendly gardening activity, such as seed planting, watering or harvesting.
Learn MorePlant. Eat. Repeat. Workshop Series
Atlanta
Smyrna Community Garden: This introductory workshop will explore the various parts of the seeds, plant selection, collecting, preparing and storing seeds helping to build confidence in this time-honored aspect of regenerative agriculture.
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: 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 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 MoreCurious Saturdays
Gainesville
First Saturdays through August: Enjoy a mobile learning center that offers all guests unique knowledge about the Garden!
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Seeds to Snacks Summer Camp
Atlanta
Taste the Garden’s fresh fruits, herbs, and vegetables and discover how they can be used to make delicious snacks. From the plants’ origins in the Edible Garden to their preparation in the classroom, campers will discover how plants grow into the foods they enjoy.
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 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 MoreDrop-In Kids Gardening Activity
Atlanta
Wednesdays, May - July: Join us for a kid-friendly gardening activity, such as seed planting, watering or harvesting.
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: Queen Emeralda’s Magical Garden Stories with Kay Rosenblum
Atlanta
Performances at 10 and 10:45 a.m.: Magic is in the Garden here! Celebrate the USA with Queen Emeralda and her “flowerworks,” magic stories, and a big parade!
Learn MoreFairytale Friday
Gainesville
Second Friday of the month, April - July: Come to the Garden dressed as your favorite fairytale character and enjoy magical activities and fun for the whole family.
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 MorePlant. Eat. Repeat. Workshop Series
Atlanta
Dacula Park Community Garden: This introductory workshop will explore the various parts of the seeds, plant selection, collecting, preparing and storing seeds helping to build confidence in this time-honored aspect of regenerative agriculture.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Shade Gardening
Atlanta
Learn about understory trees, shrubs, and herbaceous plant choices. The class focuses on plants that work well in combination for a healthy plant community.
Learn MoreEverlasting Mini-Terrarium Workshop
Gainesville
Bring the beauty of a terrarium into your home without the maintenance. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll create lifelike plants from crepe paper and arrange them in a glass terrarium with moss and decorative touches. Perfect for all skill levels, this class offers a creative, garden inspired experience and a forever plant.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Hydrangea Primer and Guided Walk
Atlanta
Learn the basics of growing and caring for hydrangeas in this beginner-friendly class. The class ends with a guided walk through the Garden’s hydrangea collections.
Learn MoreGarden Chef Demos: Megan McCarthy
Atlanta
11:30 a.m. & 12:30 p.m.: Join Chef Megan McCarthy as she teaches you how to prepare a tasty, seasonal recipe in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreMusic in the Garden
Gainesville
Our new summer series brings a variety of live musical performances to the Ivester Amphitheater! Enjoy beautiful acoustics in the Garden and explore Wild & Wonderful: Folk Art by Alfred Glover during sunset.
Learn MoreDrop-in Camp Week
Gainesville
Drop in activity: Join us July 14 - 17 for interactive drop-in activities included with Garden admission.
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 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 MoreDrop-In Kids Gardening Activity
Atlanta
Wednesdays, May - July: Join us for a kid-friendly gardening activity, such as seed planting, watering or harvesting.
Learn MoreDrop-in Camp Week
Gainesville
Drop in activity: Join us July 14 - 17 for interactive drop-in activities included with Garden admission.
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 MoreDrop-in Camp Week
Gainesville
Drop in activity: Join us July 14 - 17 for interactive drop-in activities included with Garden admission.
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: Earthly Tunes with Jerry G. White
Atlanta
Performances at 10 and 10:45 a.m.: Join author, storyteller and percussionist Jerry G. White for an interactive family show full of drums, music and dancing!
Learn MoreDrop-in Camp Week
Gainesville
Drop in activity: Join us July 14 - 17 for interactive drop-in activities included with Garden admission.
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 MorePlant. Eat. Repeat. Workshop Series
Atlanta
Community Garden of Morrow: This introductory workshop will explore the various parts of the seeds, plant selection, collecting, preparing and storing seeds helping to build confidence in this time-honored aspect of regenerative agriculture.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Cyanotype Printing Workshop
Atlanta
Cyanotype printing is a fascinating photographic process that produces distinctive blue-toned print that can be made on a range of surfaces and mediums.
Learn MoreGarden Chef Demos: Jacob Rich
Atlanta
11:30 a.m. & 12:30 p.m.: Join Chef Jacob Rich as he teaches you how to prepare a tasty seasonal recipe in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreDrawing Orchids in Colored Pencil
Atlanta
Explore the exquisite and varied colorations of the Orchid family.
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 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 MoreDrop-In Kids Gardening Activity
Atlanta
Wednesdays, May - July: Join us for a kid-friendly gardening activity, such as seed planting, watering or harvesting.
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: Teller Productions’ Old MacDonald’s Hoedown
Atlanta
Fridays at 10 and 10:45 a.m.: The whole farmyard is getting ready for a hoedown, but needs your help with the farm chores! Join artist Scottie Rowell for a silly adventure featuring puppets, storytelling, dancing, and music.
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 MoreCANCELLED: Discovering New Plants – IPEP Lecture & Nursery Tour
Gainesville
Discover how the Atlanta Botanical Garden is advancing plant conservation and horticulture through its International Plant Exploration Program. Visit the evaluation nursery and see firsthand how these efforts support future plant breeding, expand plant diversity in cultivation, and help protect threatened species around the world.
Learn MoreGarden Chef Demos: Pamela Askerneese-Henry
Atlanta
11:30 a.m. & 12:30 p.m.: Join Chef Pamela Askerneese-Henry as she teaches you how to prepare a tasty seasonal recipe in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreMusic in the Garden
Gainesville
Our new summer series brings a variety of live musical performances to the Ivester Amphitheater! Enjoy beautiful acoustics in the Garden and explore Wild & Wonderful: Folk Art by Alfred Glover during sunset.
Learn MoreMember Summer Evening
Atlanta
All members are invited to enjoy a special evening in Atlanta!!
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 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 MoreDrop-In Kids Gardening Activity
Atlanta
Wednesdays, May - July: Join us for a kid-friendly gardening activity, such as seed planting, watering or harvesting.
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: Mary Flannery’s Ghost, a Musical Trio
Atlanta
Performances at 10 and 10:45 a.m.: Join Mary Flannery’s Ghost for a music and movement concert that will leave audiences, children and adults alike, feeling happy and refreshed!
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 MoreCurious Saturdays
Gainesville
First Saturdays through August: Enjoy a mobile learning center that offers all guests unique knowledge about the Garden!
Learn MoreLight Bites & Garden Insights
Atlanta
Contributing-level members and above are invited to a special 50th anniversary presentation on the history of the Garden by Lifetime Trustee Paul Cushing.
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: Simple Seasonal Ferments
Atlanta
Preserve the season’s harvest to enjoy its flavors year-round through fermentation.
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 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: Sourdough 101
Atlanta
Learn the basics of sourdough baking and take home your own starter in this semi-hands-on class for sourdough novices.
Learn MoreShows for Seedlings: Summer Magic with Ken Scott
Atlanta
Performances at 10 and 10:45 a.m. Part magic, part comedy, and fun for all ages, this show will have you filled with laughter and amazement!
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 MoreCANCELLED: Heirloom Tasting & Storytelling
Gainesville
Join our horticulturists for an engaging morning of storytelling to learn the fascinating histories behind the local heirloom foods growing in our Edible Garden this year.
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 MoreSOLD OUT: Chilaquiles Rojas and Mezcal Margaritas
Atlanta
Discover how to bring a favorite traditional Mexican breakfast authentically to life and into your kitchen.
Learn MoreRegistration: Scarecrows in the Gainesville Garden
Gainesville
Submit your kooky, creative scarecrows for display in the Gainesville Garden.
Learn MoreFresh Plates Dinner Series: Registration
Atlanta
Select Wednesdays: Register to enjoy a relaxing evening dining, sipping and learning as local chefs prepare a four-part small plate menu. Learn new recipes and taste freshly prepared courses and wine.
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 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 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: The Perfect Piece of Toast
Atlanta
Join this semi-hands-on class exploring jam-making and butter-churning before assembling the perfect piece of toast.
Learn MoreShows for Seedlings: Musical Fun In The Sun! with Mr. Jason
Atlanta
Performances at 10 and 10:45 a.m.: Join us for Mr. Jason’s music party as he delights families with songs about bugs, rainbows, and nature to inspire the young and young at heart. Bring your smiles and your dancing shoes!
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: Sour Pickles
Atlanta
Soggy pickles got ya down? Join us in this workshop to learn how to get those perfect lacto-fermented pickles!
Learn MoreRegistration: Scarecrows in the Garden Atlanta
Atlanta
Register your handcrafted creation for display during our beloved October exhibition. Families, businesses, schools, artists, scout troops – all are welcome!
Learn MoreRegistration: Pumpkin Carving Contest
Atlanta
Apply to compete in Atlanta's Great Pumpkin-Carving Festival, held live at the Garden on Oct. 22.
Learn MoreCANCELLED: Registration: Gainesville Pumpkin Carving Contest
Gainesville
Apply to compete at the Gainesville Garden during FallFest on Oct. 3.
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 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.
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