SOLD OUT: Beginner Tai Chi - Quarter I

Learn this ancient Chinese martial art, designed to increase flexibility and balance.  Dates: Saturdays, Jan. 10 – March 28 (skips Jan. 24 and Feb. 21) Time: Beginner, 9:15 – 10:15 a.m. Fee: $139 (Member $129) Registration Deadline: Jan. 6 Instructor: Mali Harrell

Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA, 30309, United States

SOLD OUT: Intermediate Tai Chi - Quarter I

Learn this ancient Chinese martial art, designed to increase flexibility and balance.  Dates: Saturdays, Jan. 10 – March 28 (skips Jan. 24 and Feb. 21) Time: Intermediate, 10:15 – 11:15 a.m.  Fee: $139 (Member $129) Registration Deadline: Jan. 6 Instructor: Mali Harrell......More

Learn this ancient Chinese martial art, designed to increase flexibility and balance.  Dates: Saturdays, Jan. 10 – March 28 (skips Jan. 24 and Feb. 21) Time: Intermediate, 10:15 – 11:15 a.m.  Fee: $139 (Member $129) Registration Deadline: Jan. 6 Instructor: Mali Harrell

Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA, 30309, United States

Introduction to Drawing in Colored Pencil

Discover the medium of colored pencil using a variety of techniques, and learn color theory and composition. Some previous drawing experience is recommended. This class is part of the Botanical Drawing Program. Dates: Tuesdays, March 24 – April 21 Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.......More

Discover the medium of colored pencil using a variety of techniques, and learn color theory and composition. Some previous drawing experience is recommended. This class is part of the Botanical Drawing Program. Dates: Tuesdays, March 24 – April 21 Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. OR 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Fee: $230 (Member $220) Registration Deadline: March 17  Instructor: Carol Sutherland, Artist Class materials are not included in the registration fee. Please see the supplies list below. supplies list Member registration NON-MEMBER REGISTRATION

Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA, 30309, United States

Garden Playtime

Introduce your little one to the joys of nature! Join us for fun activities that will stimulate your child’s interest in the natural world. With a new theme each month and activities that engage the senses and spark creativity, Garden Playtime is an enjoyable and enrich......More

Introduce your little one to the joys of nature! Join us for fun activities that will stimulate your child’s interest in the natural world. With a new theme each month and activities that engage the senses and spark creativity, Garden Playtime is an enjoyable and enriching activity for families throughout the spring, summer and fall. Dates: Tuesdays, March – Oct.Time: 10 a.m. – noonFree with Garden admission Suggested ages: 6 months – 5 years. Weather permitting. We will cancel if rain or inclement weather makes outdoor programming impractical. To check the status, email [email protected]. March: Joyful Movement Kick off Garden Playtime with music, movement, and hands-on fun! Dance at our music party station, create a colorful wind sock to take home, and explore a variety of sounds at our sensory bins. Families can also explore instruments made from plants and experiment with sounds inspired by nature. April: Patterns Everywhere! Celebrate National Haiku Poetry Day with us this April as we combine art with nature. Come learn how natural patterns create interesting textures and then mimic those textures in art. Explore forest scenes in our sensory bins, paint with natural items at our mural station, and create your own recycled art mosaic to take home. May: Mythical Creatures What magical creatures might you discover in Niki de Saint Phalle’s bold and playful sculptures? Venture with us into a fantastical world of mythical animals and imaginative forms inspired by her art. Visit the mermaids in our sensory bins, uncover hidden dragon treasure in kinetic sand, and create your own slithering snake at the art station. June: Pollinator Friends Celebrate National Pollinator Week with us this June. Learn about the valuable role of diverse pollinator species in our ecosystems, and investigate these fascinating critters up close. Join us for a bug tic-tac-toe game, dig your hands into our “bees in a hive” sensory bins and homemade scented playdough, and decorate a “bug rock” to take home!   July: Animal Adventures This July, Garden Playtime takes inspiration from the lively animal sculptures found in Niki de Saint Phalle’s artwork. Families are invited to dress up as animals, create a shared animal print mural, and design your own unique animal to take home. August: Wonderful Water From fountains to flowing forms, Niki de Saint Phalle’s art celebrates the joyful movement of water. Families can enjoy water sensory bins, water lily art, frog pond shaving cream exploration, and frog games on the Children’s Garden lawn. Be sure to cool down in the Splash Pad before you head home! September: Golden Grows In honor of the Garden’s 50th Anniversary, September’s Garden Playtime celebrates the golden colors found throughout the landscape. Families are invited to make sunflower art, scoop and pour in sunflower rice sensory bins, and paint with corn cobs at our mural station. October: Harvest Time This month’s activities are inspired by the harvest season. From delicious food aromas to the crunching sounds of leaves, relax into the nostalgia of autumn as we wind down Garden Playtime for the year. Save some time to hunt around for your favorite Scarecrows in the Garden. 

Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA, 30309, United States

Drop-In Garden Tours

Enjoy a one-hour guided tour of the Garden with one of our docents, free with Garden admission. Schedule: Tuesday – FridayLocation: Meet inside the Hardin Visitor Center.Time: Feb. 17 – May 29, 1:30 p.m. | June 2 – Aug. 28, 10:30 a.m. | Sept. 1 – Dec. 18, 1:30 p.m. Plea......More

Enjoy a one-hour guided tour of the Garden with one of our docents, free with Garden admission. Schedule: Tuesday – FridayLocation: Meet inside the Hardin Visitor Center.Time: Feb. 17 – May 29, 1:30 p.m. | June 2 – Aug. 28, 10:30 a.m. | Sept. 1 – Dec. 18, 1:30 p.m. Please note: Tours begin earlier in our warmest months between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Space is extremely limited. Weather permitting and subject to volunteer availability.

Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA, 30309, United States

Storybook Time

Nature-inspired stories come to life during Storybook Time with Ms. Ally, where little ones hear, engage, and interact with stories about bees, flowers, butterflies, and other garden friends. Join us for Storybook Time led by Ms. Ally where little ones can hear and enga......More

Nature-inspired stories come to life during Storybook Time with Ms. Ally, where little ones hear, engage, and interact with stories about bees, flowers, butterflies, and other garden friends. Join us for Storybook Time led by Ms. Ally where little ones can hear and engage with reading and interactive storytelling.  Suggested ages: 1 – 4 yearsDates: Wednesdays, March – Oct.Time: 10 & 10:45 a.m. Free with Garden Membership or Admission no show reservations are required. This program is located in the Children’s Garden Amphitheatre.Weather permitting. We will cancel if rain or inclement weather makes outdoor programming impractical. To check the status, email [email protected].  This program is for children accompanied by an adult.

Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA, 30309, United States

Drop-In Garden Tours

Enjoy a one-hour guided tour of the Garden with one of our docents, free with Garden admission. Schedule: Tuesday – FridayLocation: Meet inside the Hardin Visitor Center.Time: Feb. 17 – May 29, 1:30 p.m. | June 2 – Aug. 28, 10:30 a.m. | Sept. 1 – Dec. 18, 1:30 p.m. Plea......More

Enjoy a one-hour guided tour of the Garden with one of our docents, free with Garden admission. Schedule: Tuesday – FridayLocation: Meet inside the Hardin Visitor Center.Time: Feb. 17 – May 29, 1:30 p.m. | June 2 – Aug. 28, 10:30 a.m. | Sept. 1 – Dec. 18, 1:30 p.m. Please note: Tours begin earlier in our warmest months between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Space is extremely limited. Weather permitting and subject to volunteer availability.

Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA, 30309, United States

Plant. Eat. Repeat. Workshop Series

Growing in small spaces but thinking big picture? Whether you’re a beginning gardener or an experienced grower master the basics of square foot gardening and the ins and outs of permaculture design with this workshop digging into two methods of planning and planting you......More

Growing in small spaces but thinking big picture? Whether you’re a beginning gardener or an experienced grower master the basics of square foot gardening and the ins and outs of permaculture design with this workshop digging into two methods of planning and planting your garden! Design a sustainable, sufficient and reliable food source for you and your community, meet other gardeners and get excited about another year of growing together! Find a fun, friendly, hands-on workshop near you and register for the event today. Register Here View Full Schedule 

Decatur Legacy Park, 500 South Columbia Drive, Decatur, GA, 30030

Garden Grooves

Get ready to wiggle and warble! Join us for songs and dances inspired by the beautiful outdoors.  Suggested ages: 2 – 5 yearsDates: Thursdays, March – Oct.Time: 10 & 10:45 a.m. Free with Garden Membership or Admission no reservations are required. This program is locate......More

Get ready to wiggle and warble! Join us for songs and dances inspired by the beautiful outdoors.  Suggested ages: 2 – 5 yearsDates: Thursdays, March – Oct.Time: 10 & 10:45 a.m. Free with Garden Membership or Admission no reservations are required. This program is located in the Children’s Garden Amphitheatre or the Rose Garden, depending on the weather.Weather permitting. We will cancel if rain or inclement weather makes outdoor programming impractical. To check the status, email [email protected].  This program is for children accompanied by an adult.

Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA, 30309, United States

Drop-In Garden Tours

Enjoy a one-hour guided tour of the Garden with one of our docents, free with Garden admission. Schedule: Tuesday – FridayLocation: Meet inside the Hardin Visitor Center.Time: Feb. 17 – May 29, 1:30 p.m. | June 2 – Aug. 28, 10:30 a.m. | Sept. 1 – Dec. 18, 1:30 p.m. Plea......More

Enjoy a one-hour guided tour of the Garden with one of our docents, free with Garden admission. Schedule: Tuesday – FridayLocation: Meet inside the Hardin Visitor Center.Time: Feb. 17 – May 29, 1:30 p.m. | June 2 – Aug. 28, 10:30 a.m. | Sept. 1 – Dec. 18, 1:30 p.m. Please note: Tours begin earlier in our warmest months between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Space is extremely limited. Weather permitting and subject to volunteer availability.

Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA, 30309, United States

Twilight in the Garden

Thursdays, March 12 – April 9, from 5 – 8 p.m., purchase specialty cocktails, enjoy live music and more while exploring the spring season set aglow during sunset.  Get in touch with your playful side in the Rose Garden with lawn games.See the transformation of the Fuqua......More

Thursdays, March 12 – April 9, from 5 – 8 p.m., purchase specialty cocktails, enjoy live music and more while exploring the spring season set aglow during sunset.  Get in touch with your playful side in the Rose Garden with lawn games.See the transformation of the Fuqua Orchid Center into a gallery-like space dazzling with color and fragrance at Orchid Daze: Living Canvas Stroll around the Canopy Walk with a specialty themed cocktail.Explore and shop the local artist market in Hardin Visitor Center.Purchase food and beverages from Garden bars, Longleaf Restaurant and the newly opened Magnolia Bistro.Music LineupMarch 12 | Paul Hannah DuoMarch 19 | Jeanne CarereMarch 26 | Aaron KruzikiApril 2 | Old World EchoesApril 9 | Dan Baraszu buy tickets LEARN MORE Educators can enjoy 50 percent off admission on Thursday evenings during Twilight in the Garden, March 12 through April 9, as a thank you for the important work they do in our community. Valid educator ID required. Discounted tickets must be purchased onsite. Please note: Activities may be canceled in the event or rain or inclement weather. Cancelations will be announced on our website and social media by 2 p.m. on the day of the event. The Garden and its parking facility are card-only. No cash is accepted.

Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA, 30309, United States

Drop-In Garden Tours

Enjoy a one-hour guided tour of the Garden with one of our docents, free with Garden admission. Schedule: Tuesday – FridayLocation: Meet inside the Hardin Visitor Center.Time: Feb. 17 – May 29, 1:30 p.m. | June 2 – Aug. 28, 10:30 a.m. | Sept. 1 – Dec. 18, 1:30 p.m. Plea......More

Enjoy a one-hour guided tour of the Garden with one of our docents, free with Garden admission. Schedule: Tuesday – FridayLocation: Meet inside the Hardin Visitor Center.Time: Feb. 17 – May 29, 1:30 p.m. | June 2 – Aug. 28, 10:30 a.m. | Sept. 1 – Dec. 18, 1:30 p.m. Please note: Tours begin earlier in our warmest months between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Space is extremely limited. Weather permitting and subject to volunteer availability.

Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA, 30309, United States

Garden Party

Celebrate the return of spring at an exclusive evening in the Garden during Garden Party. This year’s theme, Jubilee, honors 50 years of beauty and growth at the Atlanta Botanical Garden. Get tickets now for the Garden’s only public spring evening event featuring craft ......More

Celebrate the return of spring at an exclusive evening in the Garden during Garden Party. This year’s theme, Jubilee, honors 50 years of beauty and growth at the Atlanta Botanical Garden. Get tickets now for the Garden’s only public spring evening event featuring craft cocktails and elevated cuisine for purchase, along with seasonal activities, plein air painting and more. Friday, March 27, 20266 – 9:30 p.m. Purchase tickets in advance online to ensure admission. Tickets may also be purchased at the door, while supplies last. Parking: $15 per vehicle. (SAGE cards not accepted). *Cash bars are available throughout the Garden. The Garden and its parking facility are card-only.  Buy Tickets + Chef BoxesGeneral Admission:$70 non-members $65 members Premium Admission:$105 non-members$100 members Premium Tickets offer an elevated experience: • Dedicated entry line for expedited admission• One drink ticket valid for a cocktail or mocktail• Exclusive 50th anniversary gift Pricing is per person. Tickets are required for all guests and members. Member TICKETS Non-member TICKETS Chef-curated Jubilee Box for Two: $55The popular grab-and-go box returns. Pre-orders are open as a ticket add-on for curated selections from Dulce & Sabrosa featuring fresh, seasonal ingredients. A limited onsite selection will be available for purchase while supplies last. The deadline to pre-order a chef box is Thursday, March 19. Each box includes: Pimento cheese and Benedictine sandwiches chicken salad with Swiss cheese and arugula on a croissant spiced pecans edamame hummus with crudités and charcuterie skewers with housemade fennel jam. Mixed-berry macarons chocolate-covered pretzels Key lime pie New York cheesecake squares strawberry cheesecake cookies and white chocolate banana cream pie. About the EventOrchid Daze: Living CanvasLose yourself in the color and fragrance during this evening viewing of Orchid Daze: Living Canvas in the Fuqua Orchid Center. Artsy Inspirations Floral designer, Mary Delia Poynter returns to the Rose Garden with spring bloom arrangement demonstrations. Gather inspiration for your own spaces and purchase a hand-selected bouquet from Nancy’s Flower Truck. Plein air artists of ABV Gallery will live-paint Garden vistas throughout the evening. Finished works will be displayed in a pop-up gallery and available for purchase as one-of-a-kind Golden Jubilee keepsakes. Artist Sami Jacq will amaze guests with a live mural creation.  The ShutterXpress photo booth offers a joyful way to commemorate the evening. With the Garden as your backdrop, strike a pose and let your personality shine. Springtime characters from The Off Center Project will promenade throughout the event. Join renowned style photographer Colleen Duffley for a walkabout photo experience as she shares smartphone tips to transform everyday moments into extraordinary images. Live Music in the GardenWander the Garden as classical music fills the evening air with performances by Piedmont Strings, Michelle Winters and Jeanne Carere, gracefully joined by the Huber Twins for an elegant dance to bring the music to life. Joe Gransden and his eight-piece band usher in a lively, celebratory atmosphere for dancing in the Skyline Garden. After sunset, the Huber Twins join in with a special jazz dance performance. Taste of SpringSeasonal fare and garden-inspired cocktails invite guests to linger, stroll and savor. Dulce & Sabrosa enhances your evening with a pre-ordered, chef-curated Jubilee box, while Sunnyside Pizzeria is bringing the heat with their specialty wood-fired pizzas. Vanilla Crepes brings their signature sweet and savory selections for purchase, while Art, Passion & Coffee brews their fresh Colombian coffee for the perfect pick-me-up. Plus, Wild Heaven Beer debuts our new partnership Garden Beer, a Golden Belgian made with Magnolia grandiflora in honor of our 50th anniversary!  Longleaf, the Garden’s full-service restaurant, will offer limited seatings and a seasonal menu for the evening. Event tickets are required to dine at Longleaf during Garden Party. Know Before You GoChairs, pets, tobacco and vape products, smoking of any kind, and outside food or beverages are not permitted. Food and beverages are available while supplies last. Tickets are non-refundable no rain checks. Guests must be 21 or older to purchase alcohol valid ID required. Bars close at 9 p.m.

Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA, 30309, United States

Frog Feeding

Saturdays at 10 a.m.: Drop by the Fuqua Conservatory lobby to watch the frogs jump into action when presented with their meals. An amphibian specialist will share fun facts and answer questions about these captivating creatures. Public frog feedings allow visitors to ob......More

Saturdays at 10 a.m.: Drop by the Fuqua Conservatory lobby to watch the frogs jump into action when presented with their meals. An amphibian specialist will share fun facts and answer questions about these captivating creatures. Public frog feedings allow visitors to observe one of the most interesting aspects of these amphibians – their feeding behaviors. Most frogs have long sticky tongues that shoot out at prey. Some, like Poison frogs, are able to do this with such incredible speed and accuracy that all visitors notice are flies disappearing. Others, like the fringed leaf frog, are dramatic feeders that stuff the crickets into their mouths with their hands.

Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA, 30309, United States

Plant. Eat. Repeat. Workshop Series

Growing in small spaces but thinking big picture? Whether you’re a beginning gardener or an experienced grower master the basics of square foot gardening and the ins and outs of permaculture design with this workshop digging into two methods of planning and planting you......More

Growing in small spaces but thinking big picture? Whether you’re a beginning gardener or an experienced grower master the basics of square foot gardening and the ins and outs of permaculture design with this workshop digging into two methods of planning and planting your garden! Design a sustainable, sufficient and reliable food source for you and your community, meet other gardeners and get excited about another year of growing together! Find a fun, friendly, hands-on workshop near you and register for the event today. Register Here View Full Schedule 

New Hope Christian Church, 1982 Old Norcross Road, Lawrenceville, GA, 30044, United States

Drop-In Family Program: Natural Egg Dyeing

Certain plants contain powerful dyes that create stunning colors. Join us in this interactive program to learn more about these plants and decorate three wooden eggs with vibrant colors. Schedule: Saturday, March 28 and Friday, April 3, 10 a.m. – noonFee: $6 per child p......More

Certain plants contain powerful dyes that create stunning colors. Join us in this interactive program to learn more about these plants and decorate three wooden eggs with vibrant colors. Schedule: Saturday, March 28 and Friday, April 3, 10 a.m. – noonFee: $6 per child plus Garden admission ($5 per Member child)No registration required.

Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA, 30309, United States

SOLD OUT: Creating Habitats for Birds

Whether they’re making a pit stop during migration or perennial species, gardeners can enjoy watching many birds throughout the seasons. In this class, students will learn how to attract more birds to their gardens by providing sources of food, water, and shelter. Date:......More

Whether they’re making a pit stop during migration or perennial species, gardeners can enjoy watching many birds throughout the seasons. In this class, students will learn how to attract more birds to their gardens by providing sources of food, water, and shelter. Date: Saturday, March 28 Time: 10 a.m. – noon Fee: $40 (Member $35) Registration Deadline: July 29  Instructors: Dante DeStefano, Assistant Exhibit Horticulturist JOIN THE WAITLIST

Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA, 30309, United States

SOLD OUT: No-Fear Orchid Basics

In this class for beginners, attendees will learn how to repot and care for the four most commonly cultivated orchids: Phalaenopsis, Oncidium, Dendrobium and Cattleya. Date: Saturday, March 28 Time: 10 a.m. – noon Fee: $40 (Member $35) Registration Deadline: March 24 In......More

In this class for beginners, attendees will learn how to repot and care for the four most commonly cultivated orchids: Phalaenopsis, Oncidium, Dendrobium and Cattleya. Date: Saturday, March 28 Time: 10 a.m. – noon Fee: $40 (Member $35) Registration Deadline: March 24 Instructor: Becky Brinkman, Fuqua Orchid Center Manager JOIN THE WAITLIST

Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA, 30309, United States

Girl Scout Badge Day

Register your scout for a day of fun in the Gainesville Garden while earning a badge focused on nature. Celebrate Girl Scout Day at the Gainesville Garden, where participants will embark on a semi-self-guided tour to complete outdoor activities that earn badges as well......More

Register your scout for a day of fun in the Gainesville Garden while earning a badge focused on nature. Celebrate Girl Scout Day at the Gainesville Garden, where participants will embark on a semi-self-guided tour to complete outdoor activities that earn badges as well as explore outdoor art with hands-on activities. Once you’ve finished your trek, visit our gift shop for unique patches that capture the essence of the Garden (not specific to badges). Badges that will be completed: Daisy: Shapes in NatureBrownie: Shapes in NatureJunior: Shapes in NatureSchedule: Saturday, March 28, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Fee: $35 ($30 members) 2 free adults per scout Registration deadline: March 14 Instructor: Rebecca Abdou MEMBER REGISTRATION  NON-MEMBER REGISTRATION 

Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville, 1911 Sweetbay Drive, Gainesville, GA, 30501, United States

SOLD OUT: Miso Making Workshop

Learn the basic science behind making miso, its health benefits and how to make miso variations at home for different uses, including traditional soy and non-soy recipes. Nibble on tasty miso-seasoned nosh while you learn during this semi-hands-on class. Miso is a tradi......More

Learn the basic science behind making miso, its health benefits and how to make miso variations at home for different uses, including traditional soy and non-soy recipes. Nibble on tasty miso-seasoned nosh while you learn during this semi-hands-on class. Miso is a traditional Japanese product produced by fermenting soybeans with salt and the fungus Aspergillus oryzae called Koji. High in protein and rich in vitamins and minerals, miso has important nutritional value. This class is ideal for anyone interested in DIY projects, food preservation, gut health or fermentation in general. Date: Saturday, March 28   Time: 2 – 4 p.m. Fee: $55 (Member $50) Instructor: Cheryl Paswater, Contraband Ferments JOIN THE WAITLIST Cheryl Paswater, Chief Fermentationist & CEO Cheryl Paswater is the Chief Fermentationist of Contraband Ferments and Functional Medicine Practitioner as well as an educator, health coach, herbalist, sous chef, artist, podcaster, and writer. She previously co-organized the NYC Ferments Meetup and NYC Fermentation Festival. She has been a contributor to several publications including: Edible Magazine, “Miso, Tempeh, Natto”, and “Our Fermented Lives,” and is currently working on her first book on fermentation due out sometime in the near-but-not-so-near-future. You can find her teaching workshops and speaking on fermentation and health at in person workshops, online classes, and at festivals both regionally and internationally. Cheryl is the host of Peeling the Onion Podcast and she splits her time living in Brooklyn, NY and Atlanta, GA with her partner, dog, and cat named Koji (which means “moldy rice”) and all of her cultures as pets (aka: bacteria, yeast, and mold).  You can find her at www.contrabandferments.com and www.cherylpaswaterfunctionalmed.com

Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA, 30309, United States

Garden Playtime

Introduce your little one to the joys of nature! Join us for fun activities that will stimulate your child’s interest in the natural world. With a new theme each month and activities that engage the senses and spark creativity, Garden Playtime is an enjoyable and enrich......More

Introduce your little one to the joys of nature! Join us for fun activities that will stimulate your child’s interest in the natural world. With a new theme each month and activities that engage the senses and spark creativity, Garden Playtime is an enjoyable and enriching activity for families throughout the spring, summer and fall. Dates: Tuesdays, March – Oct.Time: 10 a.m. – noonFree with Garden admission Suggested ages: 6 months – 5 years. Weather permitting. We will cancel if rain or inclement weather makes outdoor programming impractical. To check the status, email [email protected]. March: Joyful Movement Kick off Garden Playtime with music, movement, and hands-on fun! Dance at our music party station, create a colorful wind sock to take home, and explore a variety of sounds at our sensory bins. Families can also explore instruments made from plants and experiment with sounds inspired by nature. April: Patterns Everywhere! Celebrate National Haiku Poetry Day with us this April as we combine art with nature. Come learn how natural patterns create interesting textures and then mimic those textures in art. Explore forest scenes in our sensory bins, paint with natural items at our mural station, and create your own recycled art mosaic to take home. May: Mythical Creatures What magical creatures might you discover in Niki de Saint Phalle’s bold and playful sculptures? Venture with us into a fantastical world of mythical animals and imaginative forms inspired by her art. Visit the mermaids in our sensory bins, uncover hidden dragon treasure in kinetic sand, and create your own slithering snake at the art station. June: Pollinator Friends Celebrate National Pollinator Week with us this June. Learn about the valuable role of diverse pollinator species in our ecosystems, and investigate these fascinating critters up close. Join us for a bug tic-tac-toe game, dig your hands into our “bees in a hive” sensory bins and homemade scented playdough, and decorate a “bug rock” to take home!   July: Animal Adventures This July, Garden Playtime takes inspiration from the lively animal sculptures found in Niki de Saint Phalle’s artwork. Families are invited to dress up as animals, create a shared animal print mural, and design your own unique animal to take home. August: Wonderful Water From fountains to flowing forms, Niki de Saint Phalle’s art celebrates the joyful movement of water. Families can enjoy water sensory bins, water lily art, frog pond shaving cream exploration, and frog games on the Children’s Garden lawn. Be sure to cool down in the Splash Pad before you head home! September: Golden Grows In honor of the Garden’s 50th Anniversary, September’s Garden Playtime celebrates the golden colors found throughout the landscape. Families are invited to make sunflower art, scoop and pour in sunflower rice sensory bins, and paint with corn cobs at our mural station. October: Harvest Time This month’s activities are inspired by the harvest season. From delicious food aromas to the crunching sounds of leaves, relax into the nostalgia of autumn as we wind down Garden Playtime for the year. Save some time to hunt around for your favorite Scarecrows in the Garden. 

Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA, 30309, United States

Drop-In Garden Tours

Enjoy a one-hour guided tour of the Garden with one of our docents, free with Garden admission. Schedule: Tuesday – FridayLocation: Meet inside the Hardin Visitor Center.Time: Feb. 17 – May 29, 1:30 p.m. | June 2 – Aug. 28, 10:30 a.m. | Sept. 1 – Dec. 18, 1:30 p.m. Plea......More

Enjoy a one-hour guided tour of the Garden with one of our docents, free with Garden admission. Schedule: Tuesday – FridayLocation: Meet inside the Hardin Visitor Center.Time: Feb. 17 – May 29, 1:30 p.m. | June 2 – Aug. 28, 10:30 a.m. | Sept. 1 – Dec. 18, 1:30 p.m. Please note: Tours begin earlier in our warmest months between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Space is extremely limited. Weather permitting and subject to volunteer availability.

Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA, 30309, United States

Storybook Time

Nature-inspired stories come to life during Storybook Time with Ms. Ally, where little ones hear, engage, and interact with stories about bees, flowers, butterflies, and other garden friends. Join us for Storybook Time led by Ms. Ally where little ones can hear and enga......More

Nature-inspired stories come to life during Storybook Time with Ms. Ally, where little ones hear, engage, and interact with stories about bees, flowers, butterflies, and other garden friends. Join us for Storybook Time led by Ms. Ally where little ones can hear and engage with reading and interactive storytelling.  Suggested ages: 1 – 4 yearsDates: Wednesdays, March – Oct.Time: 10 & 10:45 a.m. Free with Garden Membership or Admission no show reservations are required. This program is located in the Children’s Garden Amphitheatre.Weather permitting. We will cancel if rain or inclement weather makes outdoor programming impractical. To check the status, email [email protected].  This program is for children accompanied by an adult.

Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA, 30309, United States

Drop-In Kids Gardening Activity

Each week in the Children’s Garden, expert horticulturists feature a kid-friendly gardening activity, like seed planting, watering or harvesting, both to keep our Garden beautiful and connect our youngest guests with nature. Schedule: Wednesdays, April – September Time:......More

Each week in the Children’s Garden, expert horticulturists feature a kid-friendly gardening activity, like seed planting, watering or harvesting, both to keep our Garden beautiful and connect our youngest guests with nature. Schedule: Wednesdays, April – September Time: 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Fee: Free with Garden admission

Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA, 30309, United States