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Yoga 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 MoreFall Drop-In Garden Tours
Gainesville
Enjoy a one-hour guided tour of the Garden with one of our docents.
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 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 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 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 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 MoreCANCELLED: Voice in the Garden
Gainesville
Learn breathing, humming and vocal toning techniques designed to support relaxation, self-care and overall well-being.
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 MorePatio Gardening
Gainesville
Turn your patio or balcony into a green paradise in this entry-level class taught by botanical experts!
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 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 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 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 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 MoreCANCELLED: Registration: Gainesville Pumpkin Carving Contest
Gainesville
Apply to compete at the Gainesville Garden during FallFest on Oct. 3.
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 MoreRegistration: Scarecrows in the Gainesville Garden
Gainesville
Submit your kooky, creative scarecrows for display in the Gainesville Garden.
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 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 MoreCurious Saturdays
Gainesville
First Saturdays through August: Enjoy a mobile learning center that offers all guests unique knowledge about the Garden!
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 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 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 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 Camp Week
Gainesville
Drop in activity: Join us July 14 - 17 for interactive drop-in activities included with Garden admission.
Learn MoreDrop-in Camp Week
Gainesville
Drop in activity: Join us July 14 - 17 for interactive drop-in activities included with Garden admission.
Learn MoreDrop-in Camp Week
Gainesville
Drop in activity: Join us July 14 - 17 for interactive drop-in activities included with Garden admission.
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 Camp Week
Gainesville
Drop in activity: Join us July 14 - 17 for interactive drop-in activities included with Garden admission.
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 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 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 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 MoreCurious Saturdays
Gainesville
First Saturdays through August: Enjoy a mobile learning center that offers all guests unique knowledge about the Garden!
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 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 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 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 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 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 MoreIntroduction to Needle Felting
Gainesville
Discover the art of needle felting in this engaging, hands-on workshop. You’ll explore how loose wool transforms into delightful handmade creations using specialized tools and simple techniques. Designed for all skill levels.
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 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 MoreJuneFest
Gainesville
This annual event will provide enjoyment for the entire family. Speak with insect experts while enjoying live music, refreshments and children’s entertainment, including face painting, games and performance by Piccadilly Puppets.
Learn MoreCurious Saturdays
Gainesville
First Saturdays through August: Enjoy a mobile learning center that offers all guests unique knowledge about the Garden!
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 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 MoreWatercolor 101
Gainesville
This introductory class covers basic techniques, tools and blending methods in a relaxed, welcoming environment for all skill levels.
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 MoreGainesville Garden: Open Memorial Day
Gainesville
The Gainesville Garden is open 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Monday, May 25, commemorating Memorial Day.
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 MoreApplication Open: Gainesville Garden Teen Program
Gainesville
Apply today: The Atlanta Botanical Garden Gainesville is looking for enthusiastic and driven high school students, 16 years and older, interested in science, education, and/or plant careers.
Learn MoreApplications Open: Gainesville Horticulture College Internship
Gainesville
Apply today: The Atlanta Botanical Garden Gainesville is offering an unpaid internship opportunity for students pursuing Associate’s degrees, Diplomas, or Certificates in Horticulture.
Learn MoreMember Evening in Gainesville
Gainesville
Experience springtime in the Gainesville Garden during an evening of family-friendly crafts, live music and a complimentary treat in the exclusive member activity area.
Learn MoreWild & Wonderful: Folk Art by Alfred Glover
Gainesville
Cape Cod artist Alfred Glover combines sculpture with imaginative stories in this landscape of whimsical and enchanting flora and fauna.
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 MoreMother’s Day in the Gainesville Garden
Gainesville
Celebrate mom with a bloom-filled day at the Gainesville Garden! Treat the favorite lady in your life in your life to joyful Mother’s Day festivities surrounded by springtime beauty.
Learn MoreRELOCATED: Gainesville High School presents: Hadestown Teen Edition
Gainesville
Gainesville High School's fine arts program dramatically presents a teen edition of the folk opera Hadestown by Anaïs Mitchell.
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 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 MoreCurious Saturdays
Gainesville
First Saturdays through August: Enjoy a mobile learning center that offers all guests unique knowledge about the Garden!
Learn MoreCANCELED: Seed Saving: Keeping Heirlooms Alive
Gainesville
Saving seeds not only saves you money – it can help preserve rare and heirloom crops for the next generation to enjoy! Learn the basics of seed saving, including growing, harvest, and storage tips.
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 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 MoreStrings in the Garden, Gainesville: Supporting Members & Above
Gainesville
Supporting and above members are invited to enjoy a special evening of music in the Gainesville Garden.
Learn MoreBirdhouse Competition
Gainesville
Vote on social media: May 27 - June 5. Celebrate creativity and craftsmanship at our Birdhouse Competition, part of the Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville’s annual JuneFest!
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: Flower Photography Workshop
Gainesville
Discover the art of capturing nature’s most colorful subjects! Whether you’re using a smartphone or a traditional camera, this hands-on workshop covers the basics of composition, lighting, focus, and perspective to help you bring out the best in every bloom.
Learn MoreThe Tale of Jeter Gray Fox Author Reading
Gainesville
Enjoy a reading of Kat von Hacke’s new children’s book by the author herself to celebrate the start of Fairytale Friday!
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 MoreArt in the Woodlands
Gainesville
Celebrate the connection between art and nature during Art in the Woodlands at the Gainesville Garden. Local artists will showcase their work in the Garden’s Event Room and create new pieces throughout the garden en plein air.
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 MoreDecorate Desmond the Dragon!
Gainesville
On April 7, we will have chalk out for guests to color Desmond the Dragon in the Children's Garden! Sign your name, draw a picture, or decorate his wings and enjoy springtime in the Children's Garden.
Learn MoreGirl Scout Badge Day
Gainesville
Come solo or with your troop to complete fun garden-inspired activities that help reach your badge requirements!
Learn MorePi Day in the Garden
Gainesville
The Garden will be giving out a free slice of pie from Southern Baked Pie to the first 20 customers! Explore our curiosity cart and enjoy a drop-in arts and crafts station to celebrate the start of spring and the hidden mathematics in nature.
Learn MoreCrêpe Paper Flower Wreath Workshop
Gainesville
Join paper arts instructor Rebecca Scott to create a cheerful spring wreath! You’ll learn techniques for shaping, molding, and constructing beautiful crêpe paper flowers. No experience necessary.
Learn MoreEco Printing on Silk Scarves
Gainesville
Learn how to create beautiful plant designs on silk. Eco printing is imprinting images of leaves, plants, and flowers directly on protein fibers using a water bath process. All skill levels welcome!
Learn MoreValentine’s Flower Arrangement Workshop
Gainesville
Want to learn how to make an arrangement worthy of your Valentine? Join our talented horticulturists as they teach you the basics of floral design.
Learn MoreCANCELED: Pruning Basics
Gainesville
Proper pruning ensures your plants will be their healthiest from season to season. Learn all manners of pruning basics: tools, timing, and technique.
Learn MoreCANCELED: Conservation Lecture with Tanner Biggers
Gainesville
Come listen and learn about the important work being done at the Garden and around the world by Conservation Safeguarding Nursery Manager Tanner Biggers.
Learn MorePictures with Santa
Gainesville
Snap your own picture with Santa on the terrace before his beautiful sleigh. This event is free with admission.
Learn MorePictures with Santa
Gainesville
Snap your own picture with Santa on the terrace before his beautiful sleigh. This event is free with admission.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Hops and Holly: Wreath Making Workshop
Gainesville
Join our horticulturist as they walk you through the creation of your own evergreen wreath using unique and easy techniques.
Learn MoreGainesville Glows: Lanterns & Lights Donor Kickoff
Gainesville
Get an exclusive preview of Gainesville’s new holiday light show.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Nature in Relief: Botanical Linocut Printmaking Class
Gainesville
In this hands-on, beginner-friendly workshop participants will create their own botanical-themed linocut print using hand-carved blocks.
Learn MoreGourmet Vinegar Infusion Workshop
Gainesville
Elevate your cooking with herb-infused vinegars! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn to create your own flavorful, homemade herb-infused vinegar, explore different herb pairings to create unique flavors, and receive recipes and tips for using your homemade creations.
Learn MoreCANCELED: Clay Dragon Workshop
Gainesville
In this workshop taught by Alexandra Sexton, students will be how to sculpt a dragon of their choosing from polymer clay. No experience is necessary!
Learn MoreHalloween Horticulture
Gainesville
Celebrate the spooky season by crafting your very own Halloween planter. With advice and guidance from our garden horticulturists, choose from a selection of cool-weather annuals and take home your creation to enjoy all fall long.
Learn MoreMember Morning
Gainesville
Enjoy a day of family-friendly activities, Scarecrows in the Garden, a special members-only area and a complimentary member treat.
Learn MoreConcerts in the Garden: Emmylou Harris
Gainesville
Legendary singer-songwriter Emmylou Harris returns to the Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville for an encore performance celebrating the Garden’s 10th anniversary.
Learn MoreCANCELED: Marbling on Paper, Silk, and Cotton
Gainesville
Marbling or Ebru art is an age-old surface pattern design art. Using a thickened liquid and special paints, participants will learn marbling techniques on watercolor paper, silk and cotton.
Learn MoreQuick Pickling: Preserving Your Summer Harvest
Gainesville
Preserve the fresh flavors of summer with this hands-on quick pickling workshop! Learn how to safely and easily pickle your favorite summer produce like cucumbers, okra, green beans, and peppers.
Learn MoreGainesville Garden Plant Sale
Gainesville
Shop for high quality plants featured in the Gainesville Garden including summer annuals, houseplants and perennials.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Hydrangea Propagation & Care Workshop
Gainesville
You’ll learn everything there is to know about these stunning plants, including the different types, essential care tips, pruning techniques, and how to keep them thriving.
Learn MoreSouthEastern Young Artists Concert
Gainesville
Enjoy an intimate performance of concert selections, including Samuel Barber's Knoxville: Summer of 1915 by the SouthEastern Young Artists.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: The Art of Cut Flower Gardening
Gainesville
Discover the art of growing your own beautiful cut flower garden. Learn how to plant and cultivate vibrant fields of flowers perfect for bouquets and home decoration.
Learn MoreForest Forms: Woodland Wonders
Gainesville
This summer exhibit features 21 larger-than-life metal sculptures of plants and animals, such as foxes, flowers, rabbits and snakes by artist Huelani Mei.
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