April 17 & 18: The Horseshoe and Rose Garden will be closed due to a private event. Photo passes will not be available on April 18.

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April 2026

BRIT Reads Book Club: “Beyond Words: What Animals Think and Feel” by Carl Safina

Do you love to read? Are you passionate about botany, natural history, sustainability and similar topics? Then, you’ll love the BRIT Reads Book Club! This informal group meets every other month to discuss a chosen book, in-person and virtually. We begin with a moderator summarizing the book and reviewing its key points. Then there is...
20 Apr
FREE
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
BRIT Library

Trial Garden Tour: April 22

Our Trial Garden tours meet in the Trial Garden on Wednesdays from April – October from 9:00 – 10:00 AM. Swing by and meet with a Trial Volunteers to learn about everything they’re doing.   Upcoming 2026 Tour Dates: Wednesday, April 1 Wednesday, April 8 Wednesday, April 15 Wednesday, April 22 Wednesday, April 29 Wednesday,...
22 Apr
FREE
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Trial Garden

Nurturing Nature: A Guide to Gardening for Special Needs

Join author Jill Mays for an inspiring exploration of how our senses can deepen our connection to the natural world. In this session, Jill will share how sensory experiences in nature support health, well-being, and emotional balance for people of all ages and abilities. Participants will discover simple, accessible ways to engage sight, sound, touch,...
24 Apr
10:00 am - 11:00 am

Spring Japanese Festival

Celebrate the beauty and traditions of Japan right here at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden! Experience authentic taiko drumming, tea ceremonies, and music throughout the festival. Browse unique art and gift vendors, enjoy delicious food trucks, and take part in family-friendly crafts and cultural activities. FWBG members enjoy free entry to our Japanese Festivals. Memberships...
25 - 26 Apr
9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony

Join us for a captivating experience at the Spring Japanese Festival with a traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony! A traditional Japanese tea ceremony, known as chanoyu, is a serene and meticulously choreographed ritual centered around the preparation and enjoyment of matcha powdered green tea. This ceremony embodies harmony, respect, purity, and tranquility, reflecting deep cultural values. Don’t miss out! Online ticket...
25 - 26 Apr
10:00 am - 3:15 pm
Garden Center

Trial Garden Tour: April 29

Our Trial Garden tours meet in the Trial Garden on Wednesdays from April – October from 9:00 – 10:00 AM. Swing by and meet with a Trial Volunteers to learn about everything they’re doing.   Upcoming 2026 Tour Dates: Wednesday, April 1 Wednesday, April 8 Wednesday, April 15 Wednesday, April 22 Wednesday, April 29 Wednesday,...
29 Apr
FREE
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Trial Garden
May 2026

Trial Garden Tour: May 6

Our Trial Garden tours meet in the Trial Garden on Wednesdays from April – October from 9:00 – 10:00 AM. Swing by and meet with a Trial Volunteers to learn about everything they’re doing.   Upcoming 2026 Tour Dates: Wednesday, April 1 Wednesday, April 8 Wednesday, April 15 Wednesday, April 22 Wednesday, April 29 Wednesday,...
06 May
FREE
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Trial Garden

Blooms & Beats: May 2026

Enjoy spring in the Garden while listening to live music performances by talented local artists. Satisfy your taste buds with offerings from some of Fort Worth’s favorite food trucks, play fun yard games, and relax with a selection of adult beverages under the stars. Bring your friends and family for a night to remember! Sponsored...
08 May
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Horseshoe Garden
Fort Worth Botanic Garden

Dog Days: May

This weekend is bound to be a doggone good time! Enjoy two full days of hanging out with your pup in the beauty of the Garden. Dog Days will be held during regular Garden hours, with regular admission for humans and an additional $5 per dog. Hydration stations for dogs will be provided by the...
09 - 10 May
All Day
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