Events & Classes
April 2022
CLOSED: Virtual Spring Plant Sale
Gainesville
Enhance your landscape with a variety of offerings available at the annual plant sale, featuring unusual native and non-native plants grown in the Gainesville garden.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT Meadowscaping
Gainesville
Learn how to create pocket meadows and convert lawn space into meadow space that supports pollinators and birds with this eco-friendly gardening practice.
Learn MoreLight Bites & Garden Insights
Gainesville
Contributing-level and above members are invited to a riveting presentation on bog plants by Garden conservationists while enjoying light refreshments.
Learn MoreMay 2022
Family Fun Day: Island Princess
Gainesville
Come and meet this Island Princess who saved the ocean.
Learn MoreCocktails in the Garden Gainesville
Gainesville
Enjoy a signature cocktail or other cool beverages, while listening to music, playing lawn games and strolling the Garden.
Learn MoreTai Chi: Beginners
Gainesville
Every third Saturday, May - July: Join us for Tai Chi in the Garden.
Learn MoreBotanical Terms Demystified: The Basics of Plant Identification
Gainesville
This class will introduce you to the language of stems, leaves, flowers, and more!
Learn MoreSynchronicity: Three Little Birds
Gainesville
Join us for two performance times at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
Learn MoreJune 2022
Cocktails in the Garden Gainesville
Gainesville
Enjoy a signature cocktail or other cool beverage, while listening to music, playing lawn games and strolling the Garden.
Learn MoreHall County School Reading Rocket Bus
Gainesville
Wednesdays, June - July: This amazing converted bus offers free books to children of all ages.
Learn MoreHydrangea Class
Gainesville
Dig deep into all things Hydrangeas: species, characteristics and the best practices for care and pruning.
Learn MoreHammered Flower Watercolor Discovery Station Event
Gainesville
Turn fresh blooms and leaves into works of art!
Learn MoreJuly 2022
Family Fun Day: The Buzz on Honeybees
Gainesville
This audience participation presentation is filled with stories, songs, costumes and bee facts.
Learn MoreCocktails in the Garden Gainesville
Gainesville
On the first Saturday of each month, May - September: Enjoy a signature cocktail or other cool beverage, while listening to music, playing lawn games and strolling the Garden.
Learn MoreWoodland Trail Hiking Tour: History and Uses of Georgia’s Trees
Gainesville
Hike the woodland trails and learn about the history and uses of our Georgia native trees!
Learn MoreAugust 2022
A Year in the Life of a Bird
Gainesville
Learn about bird migration, mating, and more in this unique class.
Learn MoreFamily Fun Day: Miss Gail’s Jumpin’ Jam
Gainesville
Are you ready for some jumping, dancing, singing fun? Miss Gail will have kids up on their feet and engaged with the music.
Learn MoreCocktails in the Garden Gainesville
Gainesville
On the first Saturday of each month, May - October: Enjoy a signature cocktail or other cool beverage, while listening to music, playing lawn games and strolling the Garden.
Learn MoreGardening for Pollinators
Gainesville
Come learn how to create a safe place for these creatures to thrive in your own garden.
Learn MoreSeptember 2022
Tinkergarten Fall Trail Class
Gainesville
Enjoy a fun group activity with certified Tinkergarten Leader, Amanda Castleberry-Pollack.
Learn MoreCANCELLED – Fall Vegetable Gardening
Gainesville
Learn how to pick the right vegetable producing plants for your fall garden.
Learn MoreOctober 2022
CANCELLED – Family Fun Day: Diggery Diggers’ Dino Show
Gainesville
In this exciting show, the audience must use logic, music and magic to save the world!
Learn MoreCANCELLED – Cocktails in the Garden Gainesville
Gainesville
On the first Saturday of each month, May - October: Enjoy a signature cocktail or other cool beverage, while listening to music, playing lawn games and strolling the Garden.
Learn MoreGnome Place Like Home: Craft Event
Gainesville
Come make your very own gnome friend to take home with you!
Learn MoreCANCELLED: Kids Natural Dye Class
Gainesville
Learn how to make fabric dye from botanicals found in nature!
Learn MoreNovember 2022
Clay Dragon Kids Class
Gainesville
Artists ages 6 and up will learn how to hone their artistic skills through the use of polymer clay sculpting.
Learn MoreFloral Design
Gainesville
Join one of our talented horticulturists as he teaches you how to make a beautiful floral arrangement for the holiday season.
Learn MoreHoliday Tree Trail Ornament Craft Event
Gainesville
Come create a nature-themed ornament perfect for any holiday!
Learn MoreCANCELLED: Family Yoga
Gainesville
This class is a powerful opportunity for people of all levels to come together and experience a joyful, fun and uplifting practice.
Learn MoreDecember 2022
Lantern Walk: Tinkergarten Pop-up Trail Class
Gainesville
Enjoy a fun group activity where you will make lanterns and then have a walk around the Garden to welcome the season!
Learn MoreSOLD OUT – Hops and Holly Branches: Wreath Making Workshop
Gainesville
Join our Horticulture Manager as he walks you through the creation of your own evergreen wreath using unique and easy techniques.
Learn MoreJanuary 2023
Elachee Animal Encounter
Gainesville
Get up close and personal with Elachee Nature Center's wildest friends!
Learn MoreHandmade Soaps with Lazy Acorn Soaps
Gainesville
In this class, you learn to make a one-pound loaf of moisturizing and gentle soap! Multiple dates available.
Learn MoreBotanical Illustration: Capturing Details with Color Pencils
Gainesville
Learn the art of depicting the form, color, and details of plants.
Learn MoreFebruary 2023
Gainesville Summer Camp Registration
Gainesville
Enroll your child in a summer day camp full of discovery, adventure and nature exploration!
Learn MoreLandscapes with Depth: Acrylic Workshop
Gainesville
This workshop will focus on using acrylic paint to build color in your paintings.
Learn MoreI Love You S’More Valentine’s Event
Gainesville
Kick-off Valentine's Day weekend and enjoy a s'more with your loved ones.
Learn MoreValentine’s Craft & Tea on the Terrace
Gainesville
Create an adorable mini-bouquet magnet for that special someone while enjoying a cup of tea!
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Propagation Class
Gainesville
Learn the basics of growing your own plants from seeds and cuttings.
Learn MoreMarch 2023
Introduction to Beekeeping
Gainesville
This class will offer you the basics of getting started successfully on how to obtain bees and get them started off so that you can be a successful beekeeper.
Learn MoreTulips Foundation in Drawing: Working with Watercolors and Graphite
Gainesville
In this class we will capture the wonderful shapes of the tulips and all their whimsical colors and patterns.
Learn MoreWalking Tour
Gainesville
Tour the garden to discover "what's in bloom" during this educational and informative walking tour. Multiple dates available.
Learn MoreApril 2023
La Calavera Catrina
Gainesville
April - August: Explore nine colorful, larger-than-life skeleton sculptures of La Catrina, one of the most recognizable figures of Día de los Muertos, by Ricardo Soltero.
Learn MoreGainesville Garden Open: Spring Break
Gainesville
The Gainesville Garden is open on Monday, April 3, for spring break.
Learn MoreCANCELED: Wooden Sign Painting Class
Gainesville
Decorate a wooden cut out sign for any door in your home!
Learn MoreCANCELED: Introduction to Growing Your Own Food
Gainesville
Discover the basics of growing your own food from determining your growing season, conditions, and available resources in your community.
Learn MoreMay 2023
Family Fun Day
Gainesville
Come join us the first Saturday of each month, May - Oct., and discover a variety of activities and different themes designed for the whole family to enjoy!
Learn MoreCocktails in the Garden Gainesville
Gainesville
On the first Saturday of each month, May - October: Enjoy a signature cocktail or other cool beverage, while listening to music, playing lawn games and strolling the Garden.
Learn MoreFairytale Friday
Gainesville
Second Friday of the month, May - July: Come to the Garden dressed as your favorite fairytale character and enjoy magical activities and fun for the whole family.
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 MoreMemorial Day in the Gainesville Garden
Gainesville
The Gainesville Garden is open 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. on Monday, May 29 to commemorate Memorial Day.
Learn MoreJune 2023
REGISTRATION FULL: La Calavera Catrina Children’s Art Workshop
Gainesville
World-renowned, Los Angeles artist Ricardo Soltero, creator of the La Calavera Catrina Exhibit, invites children ages 6 - 12 to learn the art of sculpture-making in this exclusive workshop.
Learn MoreCelebrating Juneteenth
Gainesville
Celebrate Juneteenth at the Gainesville Garden with special hours on Monday, June 19, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Last entry at 8 p.m.)
Learn MoreBlooms in Mixed Media: Working with Watercolors, Graphite and Acrylic on Toned Paper
Gainesville
We will capture bouquets of flowers and all their colors, shapes and textures.
Learn MorePollinator Walking Tour
Gainesville
Take a walk on the wild side to see the garden's pollinators!
Learn MoreJuly 2023
Family Fun Day
Gainesville
Come join us the first Saturday of each month, May - Oct., and discover a variety of activities and different themes designed for the whole family to enjoy!
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Gainesville Garden Open:
Tuesday, July 4
Gainesville
The Gainesville Garden will be open on Tuesday, July 4, in celebration of Independence Day.
Learn MoreGarden Magic Camp
Gainesville
Our Garden Magic Camp fosters a fun creative environment for kids to get excited about the science and magic of nature with STEM-based activities.
Learn MoreIntroduction to Aquatic Plants
Gainesville
This class will go over different aquatic plant species used in the Gainesville garden.
Learn MoreAugust 2023
Photography in the Garden
Gainesville
Enjoy a stroll through the garden while learning photography techniques that will create beautiful botanic images.
Learn MoreScarecrows in the Garden Registration: Gainesville
Gainesville
Register your handcrafted creation, now through September 25!
Learn MoreThe Great Southeast Pollinator Census
Gainesville
August 18 - 19: Join us as we celebrate the 2023 Great Southeast Pollinator Census, counting pollinators throughout Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina.
Learn MoreCANCELED: Container Walking Tour
Gainesville
Explore container gardens planned and created by horticulture staff.
Learn MoreSeptember 2023
Gainesville Garden Open: Labor Day
Gainesville
Join us in the Gainesville Garden this Labor Day.
Learn MoreCANCELED: Biology and Ecology of Monarchs
Gainesville
Take an in-depth look at the biology and ecology of the monarch butterfly, observe live specimens of various stages of its life cycle, and practice monarch-related community science.
Learn MoreMacramé Air Plant Holder
Gainesville
In this class, you will create a boho-style wall holder for a delicate air plant that will look beautiful in any room in your home.
Learn MoreCANCELED: Capturing a Forest of Just One Tree: Layering Acrylics and Working with Mediums Workshop
Gainesville
This workshop will focus on using acrylic paint to build a new level of texture in your paintings. Join us as we explore and learn how to utilize a variety of techniques.
Learn MoreCANCELED: Capturing a Forest of Just One Tree: Layering Acrylics and Working with Mediums Workshop
Gainesville
This workshop will focus on using acrylic paint to build a new level of texture in your paintings. Join us as we explore and learn how to utilize a variety of techniques.
Learn MoreCANCELED: Capturing a Forest of Just One Tree: Layering Acrylics and Working with Mediums Workshop
Gainesville
This workshop will focus on using acrylic paint to build a new level of texture in your paintings. Join us as we explore and learn how to utilize a variety of techniques.
Learn MoreInternational Plant Exploration Program: Behind the Scenes
Gainesville
Join the International Plant Exploration Program (IPEP) team for a behind the scenes tour of the IPEP field nursery and hear stories of their recent work in Vietnam, China and India.
Learn MoreOctober 2023
Scarecrows in the Gainesville Garden
Gainesville
Enjoy kooky, creative scarecrows handcrafted by businesses, individuals, schools and organizations, scattered throughout the Gainesville Garden.
Learn MoreCommunity Ofrenda
Gainesville
Come by and remember your loved ones at our Community Ofrenda in the Gainesville Garden.
Learn MoreFamily Fun Day + Member Event
Gainesville
Come join us the first Saturday of each month, May - Oct., and discover a variety of activities and different themes designed for the whole family to enjoy!
Learn MoreGainesville Garden Open: October 9
Gainesville
The Gainesville Garden will be open Monday, October 9.
Learn MoreScarecrow Craft Event
Gainesville
Create a craft coordinated with the Scarecrows in the Gainesville Garden exhibit theme.
Learn MoreGainesville Garden Fall Plant Sale and Pick-Up
Gainesville
The Gainesville Garden is offering some of its favorites during its Fall Plant Sale.
Learn MoreGrowing Your Own Microgreens
Gainesville
Learn how to sow, grow, and harvest a wide variety of delicious and nutritious microgreens at home.
Learn MoreThe Unseen World of Microscopic Botany
Gainesville
Explore the microscopic world of plants and plant-like protists.
Learn MoreLight Bites & Garden Insights Gainesville
Gainesville
Contributing-level members and above are invited to enjoy light bites and a hands-on presentation by staff experts.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Build a Terrarium
Gainesville
Choose from a variety of moisture-loving plants, and learn how to care for your unique micro ecosystem.
Learn MoreNovember 2023
CANCELED: Gratitude Journaling: Working with Mixed Media to Create your Own Story
Gainesville
Capture the essence of gratitude while working with mixed media.
Learn MoreCANCELED: Gratitude Journaling: Working with Mixed Media to Create your Own Story
Gainesville
Capture the essence of gratitude while working with mixed media.
Learn MoreCreating Floral Arrangements
Gainesville
Join one of our talented horticulturists as she teaches you the basics of creating your own beautiful arrangement for the holiday season.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Hops and Holly – Wreath Making
Gainesville
Join our horticulturist as they walk you through the creation of your own evergreen wreath using unique and easy techniques.
Learn MoreHoliday Tree Trail
Gainesville
November - January: See 6-foot Fraser Firs decorated in themes of nature by local businesses, families and organizations at the Gainesville Garden.
Learn MoreDecember 2023
Holiday Craft Event
Gainesville
Create a holiday themed craft to uplift your holiday spirits!
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Hops and Holly – Wreath Making
Gainesville
Join our horticulturist as they walk you through the creation of your own evergreen wreath using unique and easy techniques.
Learn MoreJanuary 2024
Pruning Basics for the Outdoor Garden
Gainesville
Learn the basics of pruning: tools, timing, and technique. This general overview will touch on some specifics, including hydrangea and rose pruning.
Learn MoreREGISTRATION CLOSED – Homeschool Workshop: Seed Dispersal Exploration
Gainesville
Homeschool Workshops offer families a guided classroom experience investigating the connections found among nature, science and art. Each focuses on Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) as well as crosscutting concepts led by a certified Georgia science educator.
Learn MoreCANCELED: Becoming a Plant Parent: Houseplant Basics
Gainesville
Learn to put the right plant in the right place with this introduction to plants for your home.
Learn MoreFebruary 2024
Garden Magic Camp Registration
Gainesville
Our Garden Magic Camp fosters a fun creative environment for kids to get excited about the science and magic of nature with STEM-based activities.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT Homeschool Workshop: The Art of Papermaking
Gainesville
Homeschool Workshops offer families a guided classroom experience investigating the connections found among nature, science and art. Each focuses on Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) as well as crosscutting concepts led by a certified Georgia science educator.
Learn MoreGreat Backyard Bird Count
Gainesville
Identify birds, count them and report your findings to staff to help them better understand and protect birds.
Learn MoreGreat Backyard Bird Count
Gainesville
Identify birds, count them and report your findings to staff to help them better understand and protect birds.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT Homeschool Workshop: Important Pigments in Nature
Gainesville
Homeschool Workshops offer families a guided classroom experience investigating the connections found among nature, science and art. Each focuses on Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) as well as crosscutting concepts led by a certified Georgia science educator.
Learn MoreWinter Cuttings Greenhouse Tour and Plant Sale Preview
Gainesville
Take a behind the scenes tour of our 3-acre greenhouse and nursery facilities!
Learn MoreMarch 2024
SOLD OUT Homeschool Workshop: What is Soil?
Gainesville
Homeschool Workshops offer families a guided classroom experience investigating the connections found among nature, science and art. Each focuses on Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) as well as crosscutting concepts led by a certified Georgia science educator.
Learn MoreCanceled: Early Blooms: Witch Hazel and Spring Ephemerals (Walking Tour)
Gainesville
Canceled due to weather: Take a stroll through the early spring garden with one of our talented horticulturists and enjoy everything that blooms before the leaves come out.
Learn MoreHomeschool Workshop: The Living History of Tree Rings
Gainesville
Homeschool Workshops offer families a guided classroom experience investigating the connections found among nature, science and art. Each focuses on Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) as well as crosscutting concepts led by a certified Georgia science educator.
Learn MoreSpring Container Gardening
Gainesville
Learn what annuals, perennials, trees and shrubs do well in pots this season.
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