Events & Classes
October 2019
Scarecrows in the Garden
Atlanta
Enjoy kooky, creative scarecrows handcrafted by businesses, individuals, schools and organizations, scattered throughout the Garden Oct. 1 - Nov. 3.
Learn MoreLunchtime Culture
Atlanta
Every Lunchtime Culture event pairs two Midtown Atlanta arts and culture organizations for a conversation, performance, or tour experience from a fresh perspective. Programs begin at 12:30 p.m., are FREE, and last approximately 30 minutes.
Learn MoreFall Family Fun
Atlanta
Every Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 5 - Nov. 3, enjoy Scarecrows in the Garden and activities for the whole family in the Children's Garden!
Learn MoreFrog Feeding
Atlanta
Drop by the Fuqua Conservatory Lobby Saturdays and Sundays at 11:30 a.m. to watch the conservation team tend to the rare and endangered amphibians on display at the Garden.
Learn MoreGarden Chef Demos
Atlanta
Saturday & Sundays, noon, 1 p.m., 2 p.m: Stop by the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen on weekends when Garden Chefs share fresh cooking tips and recipes based on seasonal vegetables, fruits and herbs in tasty mouth-watering recipes.
Learn MoreTeen Festival: Fall into Wonderland
Atlanta
Join us for an afternoon filled with Wonderland inspired food, games, and activities designed by teens for teens.
Learn MoreMember Fall Evening
Atlanta
All members: Enjoy a fun family evening with Scarecrows in the Garden, live music and activities, an artist market and more!
Learn MoreGarden Playtime
Atlanta
Every Tuesday, March – October: Introduce your little one to the joy of nature! Hands-on learning and sensory stations will stimulate your child’s interest in the natural world
Learn MoreWell-Seasoned Chef
Atlanta
Join Atlanta’s chefs for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience. Learn from amazing chefs as they prepare a four-part fresh menu.
Learn MoreStorybook Time
Atlanta
Every Wednesday April - October: Listen to stories about bees, butterflies, frogs and flowers. Meet in Children's Garden Amphitheater for this free-with-Garden-admission favorite.
Learn MoreForcing Bulbs
Atlanta
What is more beautiful in winter than a pot full of bright spring flowers? Learn how to correctly arrange dormant bulbs in an 8" clay pot and cultivate them for a maximum display several weeks later.
Learn MoreFresh Plates Series: Victoria Shore of Recess
Atlanta
Enjoy a fun evening dining, sipping and learning as Victoria Shore of Recess prepares a four-part small plate menu of her signature dishes. Chef Victora Shore from Recess will be serving a special vegan-friendly menu on October 23.
Learn MoreGarden Grooves
Atlanta
Thursdays, March-October: Get ready to wiggle and warble! Sing songs and dance dances inspired by the beautiful outdoors.
Learn MoreGreat Pumpkin-Carving Contest
Atlanta
An annual favorite, watch as contestants compete for the most creative pumpkin heads in the Garden during Fest-of-Ale!
Learn MoreFest-of-Ale
Atlanta
Explore Scarecrows in the Garden during the weekly beer fest featuring a variety of specialty ales from cash bars and live musical entertainment.
Learn MoreFest-of-Ale
Atlanta
Explore Scarecrows in the Garden during the weekly beer fest featuring a variety of specialty ales from cash bars and live musical entertainment.
Learn MoreGoblins in the Garden
Atlanta
Show off the kids’ Halloween costumes on the Goblin Runway, participate in fall-themed art activities, listen to a storyteller and enjoy pony and train rides.
Learn MoreHoliday Job Fair
Atlanta
Interview for Special Events (event leads, bartenders), Guest Experience (admissions and more) or Longleaf Restaurant (hosts, runners, assistants, snack bar attendants) at the Garden’s upcoming job fair.
Learn MoreFall Fiesta
Atlanta
Chef David Waller, Taqueria del Sol Catering, will highlight the season’s best flavors with an emphasis on empanadas, tamales and more.
Learn MoreDrawing the Fall Harvest in Colored Pencil
Atlanta
In this class, students create still-life drawings in colored pencil and/or black and white mediums using fall harvest themed references.
Learn MoreLight Bites & Garden Insights
Atlanta
Contributing level members & above: Enjoy light bites and a presentation exploring the Atlanta Botanical Garden’s work with community gardens.
Learn MoreAutobiography of a Garden: Artist’s Talk with Andrew Raftery
Atlanta
Artist Andrew Raftery will discuss the relationship between his art and the constantly renewing cycles inherent to gardening.
Learn MoreNovember 2019
Homemade Pie Making
Atlanta
Elevate the pies you're already making or learn something completely new when you learn how to make pie crust from scratch in this hands-on class.
Learn MoreEthnobotanical Plants of the Conservatory
Atlanta
In this special experience, the Garden’s Fuqua Conservatory Manager will provide an enhanced walk-through of the Conservatory.
Learn MoreGreat Soil for the Garden
Atlanta
Soil preparation is the secret to a thriving garden! Learn how to select the right soil amendments and fertilizers needed to maintain good garden soil.
Learn MoreMake Your Own Succulent Garden
Atlanta
Come plant a Succulent Garden and enter it in the new Atlanta Flower Show! This will be a fun class for children 8 - 12 years of age.
Learn MoreGarden Lights, Holiday Nights Member Premiere
Atlanta
All members: Be among the first to experience the ninth annual holiday tradition before the show opens to the public.
Learn MoreHoliday Model Trains
Atlanta
Join kids and the kids-at-heart for this holiday favorite in the Alston Overlook.
Learn MoreGarden Lights, Holiday Nights
Atlanta
The Garden's annual electrical extravaganza shines nightly Nov. 16, 2019 - Jan. 11, 2020, including Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.
Learn MoreHoliday Ride-on Train
Atlanta
All aboard the Botanical Express for a trip around the Great Lawn, Saturday – Sunday, Nov. 16 – Jan. 12!
Learn MoreFloral Design: Workshop
Atlanta
Join in on the fun as we learn some basic floral design concepts, everyone will create a beautiful arrangement to take home.
Learn MoreBotanical Saint Nick
Atlanta
Saturdays, Nov. 30 – Dec. 21, bring your camera and tell all of your holiday wishes to Saint Nick while also enjoying fun holiday activities.
Learn MoreDecember 2019
Reindog Parade
Atlanta
Join the once-a-year fun of dogs in the Garden. Dress your pooch in holiday finery to compete for prizes or to just show off.
Learn MoreGarden Open: Christmas Eve
Atlanta
The Garden will be open on Tuesday, December 24, in celebration of Christmas Eve during daytime hours, and again during Garden Lights, Holiday Nights.
Learn MoreGarden Open: Christmas Day
Atlanta
The Garden will be CLOSED during regular daytime hours from 9 p.m. - 4 p.m. on Wednesday, December 25, and will be OPEN from 5 p.m. - 11 p.m. for Garden Lights, Holiday Nights.
Learn MoreGarden Open: New Year’s Eve
Atlanta
The Garden will be open on December 31 in celebration of New Year's Eve.
Learn MoreJanuary 2020
Winter Break Camp
Atlanta
Join us on a winter adventure in the Garden. Campers will discover winter’s botanical beauties and learn about winter wildlife. Enjoy two fun-filled days of exploration, activities and artwork.
Learn MoreFebruary 2020
Flower Show Preview Party
Atlanta
Celebrate with a cocktail party at Longleaf restaurant and get a sneak peek at the 2020 Flower Show: Expressions.
Learn MoreAtlanta Botanical Garden Flower Show: Expressions
Atlanta
The 2020 Flower Show highlights the beauty of thousands of plant specimens as well as the fine art of floral design, photography and landscaping.
Learn MoreMarch 2020
May 2020
Homeschool Day
Atlanta
The Garden hosts an exciting day of tours and activities exclusively for homeschool groups and families.
Learn MoreGarden Open: Memorial Day
Atlanta
The Garden will be open on Monday, May 25, in commemoration of Memorial Day.
Learn MoreJuly 2020
Garden Open: Fourth of July
Atlanta
The Garden will be open on Saturday, July 4, in celebration of the Fourth of July.
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