The Rainforest Conservatory will be closed until March 1 while we prepare for our Butterflies in the Garden exhibit. Thank you for your understanding.

Event Calendar

    Members-Only Quiet Hour Walk: June 27

    Members-Only Quiet Hour Walk: June 27

    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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    • events
    • free for members
    • health & wellness
    • members-only events
    • Date
      Jun 27, 2026
    • Time 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
    • Location Leonard Courtyard
    S.E.E.D. Camp: Wild Writers (Ages 8-11) – Session 2

    S.E.E.D. Camp: Wild Writers (Ages 8-11) – Session 2

    See the world like a scientist, tell its story like an artist! In this camp for ages 8 to 11, budding naturalists will sharpen observation skills and let their imagination bloom through journaling, sketching, and creative writing. Campers will venture into the garden to record discoveries, capture the beauty of plants and wildlife, and practice...

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    • ages 8-11
    • camps
    • children & family programs
    • events
    • learn
    • Date
      Jul 6 - 10, 2026
    • Time 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
    • Location Botanical Research Institute of Texas
    S.E.E.D. Camp: Texas Native Treasures (Ages 6-7) – Session 2

    S.E.E.D. Camp: Texas Native Treasures (Ages 6-7) – Session 2

    Experience the wonders of the world right in our own backyard! In this camp for ages 6 to 7, young explorers will discover Texas’s native plants, animals, geology, and history. Campers will investigate local critters, explore this region’s unique past, and uncover what makes Texas so special. Get ready for curious minds and Lone Star pride in the great...

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    • ages 6-7
    • camps
    • children & family programs
    • events
    • learn
    • Date
      Jul 6 - 10, 2026
    • Time 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
    • Location Botanical Research Institute of Texas
    S.E.E.D. Camp: Bugs Among Us (Ages 4-5) – Session 2

    S.E.E.D. Camp: Bugs Among Us (Ages 4-5) – Session 2

    Scurry, flutter, and wiggle into a week of buggy fun! In this camp for ages 4-5, young entomologists will explore the tiny creatures that help our world thrive. Campers will buzz with curiosity as they investigate bugs up close, craft creepy crawly critters, and uncover the mysteries of life cycles through hands-on discovery.    Session 1...

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    • ages 4-5
    • camps
    • children & family programs
    • learn
    • Date
      Jul 6 - 10, 2026
    • Time 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    • Location Botanical Research Institute of Texas
    Members-Only Quiet Hour Walk: July 11

    Members-Only Quiet Hour Walk: July 11

    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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    • events
    • free for members
    • health & wellness
    • members-only events
    • Date
      Jul 11, 2026
    • Time 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
    • Location Leonard Courtyard
    Dog Days: July

    Dog Days: July

    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
      Jul 11 - 12, 2026
    • Time All Day
    July Member Appreciation Day: 20% Off Gift Shop Purchases

    July 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!

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    • events
    • family-friendly events
    • members-only events
    • plant sales & shopping
    • Date
      Jul 12, 2026
    • Time All Day
    • Location Trellis Gift Shop & Treasure Tree Gift Shop
    S.E.E.D. Camp: Leaders for Environmental Action and Field Work (LEAF) (Ages 15-17)

    S.E.E.D. Camp: Leaders for Environmental Action and Field Work (LEAF) (Ages 15-17)

    Discover how science drives change! This new, 4-day camp for ages 15-17 invites young leaders to explore real-world environmental challenges and take action to protect the planet. Through fieldwork, data collection, and creative problem solving, students will test water quality, visit the BRIT Seed Bank and Herbarium, and tackle challenges that promote science-based solutions for...

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    • ages 15-17
    • camps
    • children & family programs
    • events
    • learn
    • Date
      Jul 13 - 16, 2026
    • Time 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
    • Location Botanical Research Institute of Texas
    Members-Only Quiet Hour Walk: July 18

    Members-Only Quiet Hour Walk: July 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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    • events
    • free for members
    • health & wellness
    • members-only events
    • Date
      Jul 18, 2026
    • Time 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
    • Location Leonard Courtyard
    Members-Only Quiet Hour Walk: July 25

    Members-Only Quiet Hour Walk: July 25

    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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    • events
    • free for members
    • health & wellness
    • members-only events
    • Date
      Jul 25, 2026
    • Time 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
    • Location Leonard Courtyard