Event Calendar

    Spring Plant Sale

    Spring Plant Sale

    Find the perfect plants to take home and grow your garden! The Fort Worth Botanic Garden’s seasonal Plant Sale features a wide selection of specialty plants, including native perennials, annuals, trees, shrubs, and pollinator-friendly favorites that are all hand-selected by our horticulture experts. FWBG staff and volunteers will also be on hand to share advice to...

    Read More

    • events
    • family-friendly events
    • members-only events
    • plant sales & shopping
    • Date: April 10 & 11, 2026
      Time: 2:00 - 6:30 PM  |  9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
    • Location The Grove
    Blooms & Beats: April 2026

    Blooms & Beats: April 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!  ...

    Read More

    • children & family programs
    • events
    • food & drinks available
    • live music events
    • Date
      Apr 10, 2026
    • Time 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Location Horseshoe Garden
    April Member Appreciation Day: 20% Off Gift Shop Purchases

    April Member Appreciation Day: 20% Off Gift Shop Purchases

    Members get a double-discount (20% off) in our Treasure Tree Gift Shop and Trellis Gift Shop every second Saturday of the month. It’s our way of saying thank you for your support! Not a member yet? Join today!

    Read More

    • members-only events
    • plant sales & shopping
    • Date
      Apr 11, 2026
    • Time All Day
    • Location Trellis Gift Shop & Treasure Tree Gift Shop
    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...

    Read More

    • 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...

    Read More

    • 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...

    Read More

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

    Read More

    • events
    • learn
    • tours
    • Date
      Apr 15, 2026
    • Time 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Location Trial Garden
    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...

    Read More

    • events
    • family-friendly events
    • free for members
    • members-only events
    • Date
      Apr 17, 2026
    • Time 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • Location The Commons at the Botanical Institute of Texas
    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...

    Read More

    • 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...

    Read More

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