Our gift shops are temporarily closed and will reopen Saturday, November 7. Please note the Garden will be closed for a private event until noon on November 14.

Event Calendar

    Fall Japanese Festival

    Fall 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...

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    • events
    • family-friendly events
    • festivals
    • food & drinks available
    • free for members
    • live music events
    • plant sales & shopping

    Free for members

    • Date
      Nov 7 - 8, 2026
    • Time 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Blooms & Beats: November

    Blooms & Beats: November

    Enjoy fall in the Horseshoe Garden while listening to live music performances by talented local artists. Satisfy your taste buds with offerings from Flora House Cafe, 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! General Public   Adults: $18  Children (3-15): $8   Children...

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    • children & family programs
    • events
    • food & drinks available
    • live music events

    Member discounts

    • Date
      Nov 13, 2026
    • Time 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Location Adelaide Polk Fuller Garden
    Christmas in the Garden

    Christmas in the Garden

    As the sun sets, the Fort Worth Botanic Garden lights up for the holidays. Follow a one-mile, self-guided trail of light installations set to holiday music, from the returning Winter Cathedral to a field of lighted Texas bluebonnets, with seasonal food and drinks from local favorites along the way. Santa is here every evening through...

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    • events
    • family-friendly events
    • food & drinks available
    • Date
      Nov 20, 2026 - Jan 3, 2027
    • Time 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
    Wandering Roots: Holiday Market Sip & Shop

    Wandering Roots: Holiday Market Sip & Shop

    Enjoy a local shopping experience featuring over 50 local market vendors, a kid’s craft zone, food, sweets, face painting, and even a visit from Santa. The Holiday Market Sip & Shop is free to attend, but guests must purchase general admission to enter the Garden.  

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    • events
    • plant sales & shopping
    • Date
      Dec 12, 2026
    • Time 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    • Location Carter's Grove
    Members-Only: Santa’s Garden Party

    Members-Only: Santa’s Garden Party

    Bring the whole family to the Fort Worth Botanic Garden for a cozy, members-only morning of holiday traditions. Meet Santa, share your wish list, and take home a printed professional photo from your visit. Before or after your photo, decorate your own cookies, make a holiday ornament to take home, and write a letter to...

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    • events
    • family-friendly events
    • food & drinks available
    • members-only events
    • Date
      Dec 19, 2026
    • Time 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Location Japanese Garden Courtyard