Temporary Closures – March 24–26 Old Garden Road in the Garden will be intermittently closed Tuesday, March 24 through Thursday, March 26. During this time, the Beauty Bus may not be in service, but an 8-passenger cart will be intermittently available. Additionally, our University Drive entrance will be closed March 24–25. All guests should access the Garden via our Trail Drive entrance through Montgomery Street to Trail Drive. We appreciate your patience!

Event Calendar

    Dog Days: April

    Dog Days: April

    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...

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    • dog-friendly events
    • events
    • family-friendly events
    • free for members
    • Date
      Apr 11 - 12, 2026
    • Time All Day
    Begonia Species Bank Tour: April

    Begonia Species Bank Tour: April

    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...

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    • events
    • learn
    • tours
    • Apr 11, 2026
      11:00 AM - 12:00 PM  |  1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
    • Location Leonard Courtyard
    Homeschool Day: Water Ways – April 13

    Homeschool Day: Water Ways – April 13

    Click here to register now! Homeschool Days are designed with the unique needs of homeschool students and their families in mind. Come grow with us as we explore environmental science topics through hands-on investigation and engaging activities for the whole family. These programs are sure to energize homeschool students in their quest to discover more...

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    • children & family programs
    • homeschool
    • learn
    • Date
      Apr 13, 2026
    • Time 10:00 AM - 11:45 AM
    • Location Botanical Research Institute of Texas
    Beyond Butterflies: Discovering Moths

    Beyond Butterflies: Discovering Moths

    Butterflies may be familiar, but moths outnumber them tenfold and their lives are far more interesting than most people realize. In this engaging presentation, discover the hidden world of moths, from caterpillars with startling eyespots that help scare away predators to adults that mimic spiders or hover like hummingbirds. Learn how moths navigate the night...

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    • adult education classes
    • classes
    • ecology classes
    • learn
    • Date
      Apr 15, 2026
    • Time 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Location Garden Center
    Trial Garden Tour: April 15

    Trial Garden Tour: April 15

    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,...

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    • events
    • learn
    • tours
    • Date
      Apr 15, 2026
    • Time 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Location Trial Garden
    Creative Explorations: Natural Dyes from Flowers

    Creative Explorations: Natural Dyes from Flowers

    Explore new artistic media and techniques through plant-based projects with a fun and inspiring local artist. These monthly classes are appropriate for all experience levels and promote enjoyment over perfection. Reawaken your creative spirit with our instructor’s open-ended, judgment-free approach to art! Dip into the chromatic world of natural plant dyes and explore the color...

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    • adult education classes
    • classes
    • creative arts classes
    • learn
    • Date
      Apr 16, 2026
    • Time 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Members-Only: Free Butterflies in the Garden Hours – April 17

    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...

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    • events
    • family-friendly events
    • free for members
    • members-only events
    • Date
      Apr 17, 2026
    • Time 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • Location Rainforest Conservatory
    Members-Only: Carlquist Collection Exploration

    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...

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    • art exhibitions
    • events
    • exhibits
    • free for members
    • lectures & talks
    • members-only events
    • Date
      Apr 18, 2026
    • Time 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Location Madeline Samples Exhibit Hall
    Japanese Garden Tour: April 18

    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...

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    • learn
    • tours
    • Date
      Apr 18, 2026
    • Time 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    • Location Japanese Garden Courtyard
    Members-Only Quiet Hour Walk: April 18

    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...

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    • free for members
    • health & wellness
    • members-only events
    • Date
      Apr 18, 2026
    • Time 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
    • Location Leonard Courtyard