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May 9 - 10, 2026
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May 9, 202611:00 AM - 12:00 PM | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
- Location Leonard Courtyard
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May 13, 2026
- Time 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Location West Entrance Lot
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May 13, 2026
- Time 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
- Location Trial Garden
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May 16, 2026
- Time 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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May 16, 2026
- Time 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- Location Pollinator Pathway
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May 16, 2026
- Time 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
- Location Japanese Garden
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May 16, 2026
- Time 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Location Japanese Garden Courtyard
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May 16, 2026
- Time 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
- Location Leonard Courtyard
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May 19, 2026
- Time 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
- Location Botanical Research Institute of Texas
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...
Begonia Species Bank Tour: May
Go behind-the-scenes of the Begonia Species Bank, the largest recognized collection of its kind in North America and home to more than 800 species and 800 hybrids! This exclusive members-only tour also offers a rare look inside the Conservation Greenhouse, normally closed to the public. Discover how our horticulture team preserves and studies these remarkable...
Moon Magic: Workshop & Sound Bath
Humans have been fascinated with the moon for millennia: using it as a calendar in the sky to determine planting seasons and sacred ceremonies, and as a guiding light for traveling, working, and hunting. Join us to learn how the energy of the moon’s phases impact us as humans. Explore how embracing a cyclical, seasonal...
Trial Garden Tour: May 13
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,...
Ikebana Workshop: Curvy Compositions
Explore the beautiful art of Japanese floral arrangement – ikebana – with our internationally-certified expert instructor. Each class starts with an introduction to ikebana concepts and rules, followed by a demonstration featuring the session’s theme and materials. Then you’ll get hands-on crafting your own arrangement and class will end with participants sharing their results. Whether...
En Plein Air Watercolor: Pollinator Pathway
Embark on a historical tradition of outdoor painting with guided lessons in the Garden’s tranquil morning light. Through guided exercises and individual practice, you’ll learn to capture the light and compositions using the spontaneity of watercolor. This class is suitable for both new painters and practiced watercolorists. Join us monthly to paint the changing seasons...
Discover Forest Bathing: May
Forest Bathing, or shinrin-yoku, is the deliberate practice of immersion in nature using mindfulness and the senses. This practice originated in Japan and allows the body, mind and spirit to relax and rejuvenate surrounded by the healing powers of nature. This introductory class begins by discussing the guiding principles of shinrin-yoku that enable us to...
Japanese Garden Tour: May 16
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: May 16
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...
Little Sprouts Book and Garden Club: May
Click here to register now! Little Sprouts Book and Garden Club, featuring our mascot Carlos the Cactus, welcomes children aged 18 months to 5 years and their families for an hour of nature-inspired fun and discovery. Join us at the Backyard Veggie Garden, where you’ll explore the natural world through stories, songs, movement, and nature...
