Events & Classes
May 2021
SUPERnatural: Glass Art in Bloom
Atlanta
Experience the Garden ablaze with shimmering, larger-than-life glass plants by Jason Gamrath.
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Scarecrows in the Garden
Atlanta
September 28 - October 31, enjoy creative scarecrows handcrafted by businesses, individuals, schools and organizations, scattered throughout the Garden.
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Goblins in the Garden
Atlanta
Show off the little ones’ Halloween costumes on the Goblin Runway and enjoy fun fall-themed games and activities.
Learn MoreFest-of-Ale
Atlanta
Oct. 1 - 31, Tuesday - Sunday: Explore Scarecrows in the Garden and enjoy live music during our annual beer fest featuring a variety of specialty ales.
Learn MoreLight Bites & Garden Insights
Atlanta
Contributing level and above. Enjoy Light Bites and a presentation by Dr. Loy Xingwen.
Learn MoreGarden Playtime
Atlanta
Introduce your little one to the joys of nature! Make artistic creations connected to the garden surroundings.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT – Drawing the Fall Harvest
Atlanta
Create seasonal still-life drawings in colored pencil and/or black and white media.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Well-Seasoned Chef: Brian Wolfe
Atlanta
Join Brian Wolfe of Kimball House for an intimate culinary experience.
Learn MoreStorybook Time
Atlanta
Wednesdays, 10 and 10:45 a.m. Nature-inspired stories come to life as our educators read 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 MoreGreat Pumpkin-Carving Fest
Atlanta
Watch as contestants compete for the most creative pumpkin heads in the Garden while enjoying Fest-of-Ale!
Learn MoreShows for Seedlings: Musical Adventure with Travis Murphy
Atlanta
Performances at 10:00 and 10:45 a.m. Come on a musical journey with fun and silly songs, dancing and jamming, and visits from Mr. Travis’s puppet friends!
Learn MoreTai Chi
Atlanta
Learn this ancient Chinese exercise form, designed to increase flexibility and balance.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT – Winter Container Gardening
Atlanta
Learn container garden design principles and plant combinations for year-round appeal.
Learn MoreCanceled: Frog 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.
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SOLD OUT – Orchids at Home
Atlanta
Discover what orchid varieties will grow best in different home settings.
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 crust from scratch in this hands-on class.
Learn MoreGarden Lights, Holiday Nights Member Premiere
Atlanta
Be among the first to experience the 11th annual holiday lights show before it opens to the public.
Learn MoreHoliday Model Trains
Atlanta
Join kids and the kids at heart for this holiday favorite, running day and night on the Alston Overlook.
Learn MoreGarden Lights, Holiday Nights presented by Invesco QQQ
Atlanta
The 11th annual holiday extravaganza dazzles the Garden nightly with millions of brilliantly-colored LED lights and displays.
Learn MoreHoliday Ride-on Train
Atlanta
All aboard the Botanical Express for a trip around the Great Lawn. $5 per passenger, $3 for members.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT – Floral Design: Workshop
Atlanta
Create and take home your own contemporary floral arrangement with an autumn flair.
Learn MoreAtlanta Orchid Society 2021 Orchid Show
Atlanta
Join the Atlanta Orchid Society for the 2021 Orchid Show and sale in the Day Hall.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT – Floral Design: Workshop
Atlanta
Create and take home your own contemporary floral arrangement with an autumn flair.
Learn MoreBotanical Saint Nick
Atlanta
Saturdays, Nov 27 – Dec 18, bring your camera and tell all of your holiday wishes to Saint Nick while also enjoying fun holiday activities.
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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.
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Flower Show Preview Party
Atlanta
Celebrate with a cocktail party at Longleaf restaurant and get a sneak peek at the 2022 Flower Show: Metamorphosis.
Learn MoreAtlanta Botanical Garden Flower Show: Metamorphosis
Atlanta
The 2022 Flower Show highlights the beauty of thousands of plant specimens as well as the fine art of floral design, photography and landscaping.
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