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Apr 17, 2026
- Time 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
- Location Rainforest Conservatory
- art exhibitions
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Apr 18, 2026
- Time 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- Location The Commons at the Botanical Institute of Texas
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Apr 18, 2026
- Time 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Location Japanese Garden Courtyard
- free for members
- health & wellness
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Apr 18, 2026
- Time 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
- Location Leonard Courtyard
- adult education classes
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- free
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Apr 20, 2026
- Time 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
- Location BRIT Library
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Apr 22, 2026
- Time 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
- Location Trial Garden
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Apr 24, 2026
- Time 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Apr 24, 2026
- Time All Day
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- free for members
- live music events
- plant sales & shopping
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Apr 25 - 26, 2026
- Time 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Apr 25 - 26, 2026
- Time 10:00 AM - 3:15 PM
- Location Garden Center
Members-Only: Free Butterflies in the Garden Hours – April 17
Bring your membership ID for free admission to the exhibit during select hours. No registration required. Can’t attend our free hours? Members save up to 30% off on all Butterflies in the Garden tickets! Date #1: Monday, March 30 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Date #2: Friday, April 17 | 2:00 – 4:00...
Members-Only: Carlquist Collection Exploration
This event is exclusively for members with Supporter, Patron, or Affiliate-level memberships. Explore the BRIT Library’s Sherwin Carlquist Collection, which documents the mid-20th-century expeditions of botanist Sherwin Carlquist as he collected plants on islands around the world. Members of the Carlquist project team will share his captivating photographs of flora, fauna, people, and landscapes from...
Japanese Garden Tour: April 18
Our Japanese Garden open tour meets in the Japanese Garden Courtyard on Saturday mornings Spring and Fall from 10:00 am to 11:00 am. (see below for exact dates) Join knowledgeable docents for a guided tour of our beautiful Japanese Garden. Enjoy lovely vistas while docents discuss our garden’s design elements, history, and the cultural significance...
Members-Only Quiet Hour Walk: April 18
Step into serenity every Saturday with our new weekly Members-Only Quiet Hour Walk. It’s a peaceful start to your weekend at FWBG! What to Expect: A 60-minute silent walk led by a mindfulness guide Gentle movement breaks using easy-to-follow practices A peaceful, grounding experience focusing on the senses Note: The path includes uneven...
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...
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,...
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,...
Free Admission Day: Neighbors in Nature – An Earth Day Celebration
Celebrate the beauty and importance of nature at Neighbors in Nature: An Earth Day Celebration on Friday, April 24, 2026. Enjoy a day of free admission to the garden, filled with engaging activities and opportunities to connect with the environment. From family-friendly yoga sessions to educational film screenings, this event has something for everyone. ...
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...
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...
