PROGRAM FULL - Member Exclusive: Flower Fun
2025-06-12 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
Join us in the WOW Children’s Garden to create flower-inspired works of art. Recommended for ages 3+ with some chaperone assistance. This is an NBG Member exclusive program that requires pre-registered tickets.
NBG MEMBER EXCLUSIVE PROGRAMS:
Class themes vary by week.
The same theme is offered on Wednesday and Thursday each week.
All participating children must have a pre-registered ticket.
Adult chaperones must attend with participating children.
Chaperones are responsible for the behavior of their children.
Walk-up tickets the day of the program may not be available.
This program is an NBG Member exclusive program and requires pre-registration. NBG Members must register their child ticket(s) to attend. Walk-up availability may not be available. Members are advised to pre-register. Upon arriving at the Garden, guests are required to show their NBG membership for entry.

SOLD OUT - Jr Garden Artists: Father's Day Mugs
2025-06-14 10:00 - 11:00
Paint the perfect set of mugs for someone special in your life. Each set includes two 8-ounce ceramic mugs. Recommended for children ages 3+ with caregiver assistance. All attending adults and children are required to have a registered ticket.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program.
All chaperoning adults must have a registered ticket.
Adults who want to participate in the program must register a child ticket.
This class will take place in the WOW Children’s Garden Loblolly Classroom.
Walk-up tickets the day of the class or program may not be available.
Make sure to wear cloths you do not mind getting messy!
Price for NBG Members: $12/child (adult members may attend for free with a registered child).
Price for Not-yet Members: $20/Child and $18/Adult (tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG).
All participants ages 3+ must have a registered ticket to participate. Any child under 3 who will participate in the program must have a registered child ticket. Adults who wish to participate in the program must register child tickets for the class.

Jr Master Gardeners: Composting 101
2025-06-14 10:00 - 11:30
Join us for the new Jr Master Gardeners series! The Junior Master Gardener (JMG) program is an innovative 4-H gardening program for children and families. JMG engages children in “hands-on” group and individual learning experiences that promote a love of gardening, develop an appreciation for the environment, and cultivate the mind.
In this class, we will explore the benefits of compost in a garden and how to make your own compost at home. Recommended for children ages 3-6 with caregiver assistance. All attending adults and children are required to have a registered ticket.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program.
All attending adults must have a registered ticket, including all free Member adult tickets.
Dressing for the weather and wearing comfortable walk shoes are encouraged.
Tickets must be pre-registered. Walk-up tickets may not be available.
Individual class tickets include Garden admission.
Price for NBG Members: $12/Child. (Adult members may attend for free with a registered child).
Price for Not-yet Members: $20/Child and $18/Adult. (Tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG).
All child class participants ages 3+ must have a registered ticket. Children ages 2 and under who are attending to participate in the class must have a registered (paid) ticket.

Outdoor Artists: Botanical Illustrations
2025-07-18 10:00 - 11:30
Go out into the Garden to learn how to document your flora and fauna observations in your own botanical journal. Recommended for children ages 9-16 with some chaperone assistance . All attending adults and children are required to have a registered ticket.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
Outdoor Artists is strictly recommended for artists ages 9-16. Younger artists are recommended to participate in the Garden Artists series to be offered in July.
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program.
Attending adults must have a registered ticket, including all free Member adult tickets.
Dressing for the weather and wearing comfortable walk shoes are encouraged.
Tickets must be pre-registered. Walk-up tickets may not be available.
Program tickets include Garden admission.
Price for NBG Members: $16/Child. (Adult members may attend for free with a registered child).
Price for Not-yet Members: $24/Child and $18/Adult. (Tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG).
All child class participants ages 3+ must have a registered ticket. Children ages 2 and under who are attending to participate in the class must have a registered ticket.

Garden Artists: DIY Recycled Paper
2025-07-21 10:00 - 11:00
Did you know you can make usable paper from recycled paper? In this class, learn how to use recycled bits of construction paper to make seed-infused paper you can plant in a garden. Recommended for children ages 6-11 with some chaperone assistance. All attending adults and children are required to have a registered ticket.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program.
Attending adults must have a registered ticket, including all free Member adult tickets.
Dressing for the weather and wearing comfortable walk shoes are encouraged.
Tickets must be pre-registered. Walk-up tickets the day of may not be available.
Program tickets include Garden admission.
Price for NBG Members: $12/Child. (Adult members may attend for free with a registered child).
Price for Not-yet Members: $20/Child and $18/Adult. (Tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG).
All child class participants ages 3+ must have a registered ticket. Children ages 2 and under who are attending to participate in the class must have a registered (paid) ticket.

CANCELLED - Outdoor Artists: Landscape Painting
2025-07-25 10:00 - 11:30
Get inspired by the beauty of the Garden as you learn to draw in perspective then paint a watercolor landscape. Recommended for children ages 9-16 with some chaperone assistance . All attending adults and children are required to have a registered ticket.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
Outdoor Artists is strictly recommended for artists ages 9-16. Younger artists are recommended to participate in the Garden Artists series to be offered in July.
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program.
Attending adults must have a registered ticket, including all free Member adult tickets.
Dressing for the weather and wearing comfortable walk shoes are encouraged.
Tickets must be pre-registered. Walk-up tickets may not be available.
Program tickets include Garden admission.
Price for NBG Members: $16/Child. (Adult members may attend for free with a registered child).
Price for Not-yet Members: $24/Child and $18/Adult. (Tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG).
All child class participants ages 3+ must have a registered ticket. Children ages 2 and under who are attending to participate in the class must have a registered ticket.

Jr Master Gardeners: WOW Garden Exploration
2025-07-26 10:00 - 11:30
Join us for our Jr Master Gardeners series! The Junior Master Gardener (JMG) program is an innovative 4-H gardening program for children, families, and adults. JMG engages children and their attending chaperones in “hands-on” group and individual learning experiences that promote a love of gardening, develop an appreciation for the environment, and cultivate the mind.
As a special hands-on opportunity, learn about the cool season veggies in the WOW Children’s Garden by helping us plant in the raised beds! Recommended for children ages 3-6 with significant chaperone assistance. All attending adults and children are required to have a registered ticket.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program.
Adults must have a registered ticket, including all free Member adult tickets.
Dressing for the weather and wearing comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Tickets must be pre-registered. Walk-up tickets may not be available.
Program tickets include Garden admission.
Chaperones are responsible for behavior of their attending child.
Price for NBG Members: $12/Child. (Adult members may attend for free with a registered child).
Price for Not-yet Members: $20/Child and $18/Adult. (Tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG).
All child class participants ages 3+ must have a registered ticket. Children ages 2 and under who are attending to participate in the class must have a registered (paid) ticket.

Garden Artists: Action Painting
2025-07-28 10:00 - 11:00
Get your body moving as you learn how to make abstract art using your wrist, elbow, shoulder, and full arm! Recommended for children ages 6-11 with some chaperone assistance. All attending adults and children are required to have a registered ticket.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program.
Attending adults must have a registered ticket, including all free Member adult tickets.
Dressing for the weather and wearing comfortable walk shoes are encouraged.
Tickets must be pre-registered. Walk-up tickets may not be available.
Individual class tickets include Garden admission.
Price for NBG Members: $12/Child. (Adult members may attend for free with a registered child).
Price for Not-yet Members: $20/Child and $18/Adult. (Tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG).
All child class participants ages 3+ must have a registered ticket. Children ages 2 and under who are attending to participate in the class must have a registered (paid) ticket.

CANCELLED - Outdoor Artists: Bookbinding How-Tos
2025-08-01 10:00 - 11:30
Join us for our August Outdoor Artists series for more experienced artists! Each week we will introduce a different style of art through projects using natural materials and craft supplies.
In this class we will review the different styles of bookbinding and complete a how-to lesson to create a nature journal. Recommended for children ages 9-16 with some chaperone assistance . All attending adults and children are required to have a registered ticket. As an exclusive, NBG Members can sign up for all sessions in the series for a discounted rate!
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
Outdoor Artists is strictly recommended for artists ages 9-16. Younger artists are recommended to participate in the Eco-Artists series on Mondays in August.
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program.
Attending adults must have a registered ticket, including all free Member adult tickets.
Dressing for the weather and wearing comfortable walk shoes are encouraged.
Tickets must be pre-registered. Walk-up tickets may not be available.
Program tickets include Garden admission.
Price for NBG Members: $16/Child. (Adult members may attend for free with a registered child).
Price for Not-yet Members: $24/Child and $18/Adult. (Tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG).
All child class participants ages 3+ must have a registered ticket. Children ages 2 and under who are attending to participate in the class must have a registered ticket.
MEMBER EXCLUSIVE: Register for all FOUR (4) August programs for $50 ! The series ticket links are listed below. Members should only purchase the series ticket – tickets for the individual programs are not additionally needed.

Storybook Tea Party
2025-08-02 10:00 - 11:00
Join us in the WOW Children’s Garden for an under the sea themed tea party and story time! Don’t forget to bring your favorite stuffed animal! Recommended for ages 3+. Light refreshments are included for registered children. All attending adults and children are required to have a registered ticket.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program.
All attending adults must have a registered ticket, including all free Member adult tickets.
Dressing for the weather and wearing comfortable walk shoes are encouraged.
Walk-up tickets the day of the class or program will not be available.
This program will talk place in the WOW Children’s Garden.
Price for NBG Members: $12/child. Adult members may attend for free with a registered child.
Price for Not-yet Members: $20/child and $18/adult. Tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG.
Children under 3 years old are not required to have a ticket; however, a ticket must be registered if children under 3 years old are participating in the program.

CANCELLED - Outdoor Artists: Upcycled Paper
2025-08-08 10:00 - 11:30
Learn about the historic uses of trees to create art supplies and plant pulps in papermaking, then practice making your own paper from recycled paper. Recommended for children ages 9-16 with some chaperone assistance . All attending adults and children are required to have a registered ticket.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
Outdoor Artists is strictly recommended for artists ages 9-16. Younger artists are recommended to participate in the Garden Artists series to be offered in July.
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program.
Attending adults must have a registered ticket, including all free Member adult tickets.
Dressing for the weather and wearing comfortable walk shoes are encouraged.
Tickets must be pre-registered. Walk-up tickets may not be available.
Program tickets include Garden admission.
Price for NBG Members: $16/Child. (Adult members may attend for free with a registered child).
Price for Not-yet Members: $24/Child and $18/Adult. (Tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG).
All child class participants ages 3+ must have a registered ticket. Children ages 2 and under who are attending to participate in the class must have a registered ticket.

SOLD OUT - Family Twilight Trek: Owls
2025-08-08 19:30 - 21:00
This program is sold out. Tickets for the Friday, August 15 Family Twilight Trek: Owls are still available. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!
Meet staff in the WOW Children’s Garden to dissect an owl pellet to investigate owl diets before going on an exclusive, after-hours sunset tour of the Garden! Recommended for children ages 3+ with caregiver participation. All attending adults and children are required to have registered tickets.
Moderate walking required – program includes an approximately 1 mile walk through the Garden.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program.
All attending adults must have a paid, pre-registered ticket.
Dressing for the weather and wearing comfortable walking shoes are encouraged.
Walk-up tickets the day of the class or program will not be available.
Check-in for the program takes place in the WOW Children’s Garden.
Price for NBG Members: $12/child and $5/adult.
Price for Not-yet Members: $20/child and $16/adult (tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG).
All participating children ages 3-17 and attending adults must have a paid, pre-registered ticket for the program. If children 2 and under are participating in the program, they must have a registered child ticket.

SOLD OUT - Eco-Artists: Pollinator Baths
2025-08-18 10:00 - 11:00
Learn about different species of pollinators and their importance for gardens and people, then paint a pollinator bath for the bees and butterflies in your garden. Recommended for children ages 6-11 with some chaperone assistance. All attending adults and children are required to have a registered ticket.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program.
Attending adults must have a registered ticket, including all free Member adult tickets.
Dressing for the weather and wearing comfortable walk shoes are encouraged.
Tickets must be pre-registered. Walk-up tickets may not be available.
Program tickets include Garden admission.
More experienced artists between ages 9-16 are advised to consider the Outdoor Artists series on Fridays!
Price for NBG Members: $12/Child. (Adult members may attend for free with a registered child).
Price for Not-yet Members: $20/Child and $18/Adult. (Tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG).
All child class participants ages 3+ must have a registered ticket. Children ages 2 and under who are attending to participate in the class must have a registered (paid) ticket.

SOLD OUT - Critter Club: Foxes and Coyotes
2025-08-19 10:00 - 11:00
At the top of the Coastal Virginia food chains are foxes and coyotes. Join us for a special lesson to learn more about these important predators. Recommended for children ages 5-12 with some chaperone assistance . All attending adults and children are required to have a registered ticket.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program.
Adults must have a registered ticket, including all free Member adult tickets.
Dressing for the weather and wearing comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Tickets must be pre-registered. Walk-up tickets may not be available.
Program tickets include Garden admission.
Price for NBG Members: $12/Child. (Adult members may attend for free with a registered child).
Price for Not-yet Members: $20/Child and $18/Adult. (Tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG).
All child class participants ages 3+ must have a registered ticket. Children ages 2 and under who are attending to participate in the class must have a registered ticket.

CANCELLED - Outdoor Artists: Nature Paints and Dyes
2025-08-22 10:00 - 11:30
Learn about the traditional creation of color pigments using natural materials, then try out different types of nature-based paints and dyes to create a work of art. Recommended for children ages 9-16 with some chaperone assistance . All attending adults and children are required to have a registered ticket.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
Outdoor Artists is strictly recommended for artists ages 9-16. Younger artists are recommended to participate in the Garden Artists series to be offered in July.
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program.
Attending adults must have a registered ticket, including all free Member adult tickets.
Dressing for the weather and wearing comfortable walk shoes are encouraged.
Tickets must be pre-registered. Walk-up tickets may not be available.
Program tickets include Garden admission.
Price for NBG Members: $16/Child. (Adult members may attend for free with a registered child).
Price for Not-yet Members: $24/Child and $18/Adult. (Tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG).
All child class participants ages 3+ must have a registered ticket. Children ages 2 and under who are attending to participate in the class must have a registered ticket.

Member Exclusive: Jr Master Gardeners Fall Preview
2025-08-23 10:00 - 11:00
As an NBG Member Exclusive in August, we are offering a FREE preview of our upcoming fall JMG classes! The Junior Master Gardener (JMG) program is an innovative 4-H gardening program for children, families, and adults. JMG engages children and their attending chaperones in “hands-on” group and individual learning experiences that promote a love of gardening, develop an appreciation for the environment, and cultivate the mind.
Get inspired to start your fall and winter gardens as you learn about the importance of plants, how plants grow, water and weather needs, and more! Registration for the September series opens Friday, August 15.
Recommended for children ages 3-6 with caregiver assistance. Attending adults have the opportunity to learn how to start their home gardens with their children. This is an NBG Member exclusive program that requires pre-registered tickets.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
Class themes and learning topics vary by week.
All participating children must have a pre-registered ticket.
Adult chaperones must attend with participating children.
Chaperones are responsible for the behavior of their children.
Walk-up tickets the day of the program may not be available.
This program is an NBG Member exclusive program and requires pre-registration. NBG Members must register their child ticket(s) to attend. Walk-up availability may not be available. Members are advised to pre-register. Upon arriving at the Garden, guests are required to show their NBG membership for entry.

CANCELLED - Eco-Artists: Upcycled Art
2025-08-25 10:00 - 11:00
Take an exclusive tour of the new WOW Children’s Garden Re-Up-It sculpture, then use recycled materials to create your own nature-inspired piece of art to take home. Recommended for children ages 6-11 with some chaperone assistance . All attending adults and children are required to have a registered ticket.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program.
Attending adults must have a registered ticket, including all free Member adult tickets.
Dressing for the weather and wearing comfortable walk shoes are encouraged.
Tickets must be pre-registered. Walk-up tickets may not be available.
Program tickets include Garden admission.
More experienced artists between ages 9-16 are advised to consider the Outdoor Artists series on Fridays!
Price for NBG Members: $12/Child. (Adult members may attend for free with a registered child).
Price for Not-yet Members: $20/Child and $18/Adult. (Tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG).
All child class participants ages 3+ must have a registered ticket. Children ages 2 and under who are attending to participate in the class must have a registered ticket.

Critter Club: Raccoons and Possums
2025-08-26 10:00 - 11:00
Did you know it is normal to see possums and raccoons during the day? In this class, join us to learn about the behaviors and diets of two of our favorite garden critters. Recommended for children ages 5-12 with some chaperone assistance . All attending adults and children are required to have a registered ticket.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program.
Adults must have a registered ticket, including all free Member adult tickets.
Dressing for the weather and wearing comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Tickets must be pre-registered. Walk-up tickets may not be available.
Program tickets include Garden admission.
Price for NBG Members: $12/Child. (Adult members may attend for free with a registered child).
Price for Not-yet Members: $20/Child and $18/Adult. (Tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG).
All child class participants ages 3+ must have a registered ticket. Children ages 2 and under who are attending to participate in the class must have a registered ticket.

Cancelled - Garden Artists: Autumn Mugs
2025-09-27 10:00 - 11:00
Paint the perfect mug set for warm and delicious fall drinks! Each set includes two 8-ounce ceramic mugs. Recommended for children ages 3+ with chaperone assistance. All attending adults and children are required to have a registered ticket.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program.
All chaperoning adults must have a registered ticket.
Adults who want to participate in the program must register a child ticket.
This class will take place in a Baker Hall Visitor Center Camellia Classroom.
Walk-up tickets the day of the class or program may not be available.
Make sure to wear cloths you do not mind getting messy!
Price for NBG Members: $12/child (adult members may attend for free with a registered child).
Price for Not-yet Members: $20/Child and $18/Adult (tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG).
All participants ages 3+ must have a registered ticket to participate. Any child under 3 who will participate in the program must have a registered child ticket. Adults who wish to participate in the program must register child tickets.

SOLD OUT - Garden Artists: Cornhusk Scarecrows
2025-10-03 10:00 - 11:00
Decorate your own corn husk scarecrow, then plant veggie seeds to grow a garden for your scarecrow. Recommended for ages 5+ with significant adult assistance. All attending adults and children are required to have a registered ticket.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program.
Children 2 and under who will be participating in the program must have a registered ticket.
All attending adults must have a registered ticket, including all free Member adult tickets.
Adult tickets do not include the activity. Adults who wish to participate in the class must register a child ticket.
Walk-up tickets the day of the class or program will not be available.
Price for NBG Members: $12/child. Adult members may attend for free with a registered child.
Price for Not-yet Members: $20/child and $18/adult. Tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG.
Children under 3 years old are not required to have a ticket; however, a ticket must be registered if children under 3 years old are participating in the program.

SOLD OUT - Trick 'r Trees (Night 1)
2025-10-23 17:00 - 18:30
Join our Garden ghouls and goblins for a family-friendly evening of games, crafts, and light trick or treating. Recommended for ages 3+ with caregiver participation. Moderate walking required. All participating children and attending adults must have a registered ticket . Those interested in this program are highly advised to review all registration information prior to purchasing tickets.
Attendants 2 years old and younger do not require a ticket if they are only attending as a tag-along (not participating in the program). If children 2 years old and under (toddlers, infants) are going to participate in any of the program’s activities, they must have a registered child ticket .
Interested in attending Trick ‘r Trees on Friday, October 24? Click here for tickets. Price for NBG Members: $12/child ages 3-17 and $5/adult.
Price for Not-yet Members: $20/child and $16/adult. Not-yet-Members are encouraged to arrive early to explore the Garden before the program begins!
Tickets for program must be purchased for all attending children and adults. Attending adults are chaperones for the event, not participants. Attendants 2 years old and younger do not require a ticket if they are only attending as a tag-along (not participating in the program). If children 2 years old and under (toddlers, infants) are going to participate in any of the program’s activities, they must have a registered child ticket . SOLD OUT – Trick ‘r Trees (Night 1)

SOLD OUT: Trick 'r Trees (Night 2)
2025-10-24 17:00 - 18:30
Join our Garden ghouls and goblins for a family-friendly evening of games, crafts, and light trick or treating. Recommended for ages 3+ with caregiver participation. Moderate walking required. All participating children and attending adults must have a registered ticket. Those interested in this program are highly advised to review all registration information prior to purchasing tickets.
Attendants 2 years and old and younger do not require a ticket if they are only attending as a tag-along (not participating in the program). If children 2 and under (toddlers, infants) are going to participate in any of the program’s activities, they must have a registered child ticket .
Interested in attending Trick ‘r Trees on Thursday, October 23? Click here for tickets. Price for NBG Members: $12/child ages 3-17 and $5/adult.
Price for Not-yet Members: $20/child and $16/adult. Not-yet-Members are encouraged to arrive early to explore the Garden before the program begins!
Tickets for program must be purchased for all attending children and adults. Attending adults are chaperones for the event, not participants. Attendants 2 years and old and younger do not require a ticket if they are only attending as a tag-along (not participating in the program). If children 2 years old and under (toddlers, infants) are going to participate in any of the program’s activities, they must have a registered child ticket. SOLD OUT – Trick ‘r Trees (Night 2)

Garden Artists: Autumn Mugs - Few Tickets Remaining!
2025-10-25 10:00 - 11:00

Little Sprout Explorers: Pumpkin STEM
2025-10-27 10:00 - 11:00
Introduce your little ones to STEM concepts through activities and experiments with pumpkins. Recommended for children ages 3-6 with significant chaperone assistance. All attending adults and children are required to have a registered ticket.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program.
Adults must have a registered ticket, including all free Member adult tickets.
Dressing for the weather and wearing comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Tickets must be pre-registered. Walk-up tickets may not be available.
Program tickets include Garden admission.
Chaperones are responsible for behavior of their attending child.
Price for NBG Members: $12/Child. (Adult members may attend for free with a registered child).
Price for Not-yet Members: $20/Child and $18/Adult. (Tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG).

SOLD OUT - Homeschool Garden Science: Garden Physics
2025-10-28 10:00 - 11:00
Did you know that most gardening tools are simple machines? In this physics-inspired class, learn how gardening equipment incorporates force, energy, and motion, then complete a pumpkin-rolling activity to round out the lesson. Recommended for children ages 6-10 with some chaperone assistance. All attending adults and children are required to have a registered ticket.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program.
Adults must have a registered ticket, including all free Member adult tickets.
Dressing for the weather and wearing comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Tickets must be pre-registered. Walk-up tickets may not be available.
Program tickets include Garden admission.
Chaperones are responsible for behavior of their attending child.
Price for NBG Members: $12/Child. (Adult members may attend for free with a registered child).
Price for Not-yet Members: $20/Child and $18/Adult. (Tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG).
All child class participants ages 3+ must have a registered ticket. Children ages 2 and under who are attending to participate in the class must have a registered ticket.

Homeschool Garden Stewards: Creepy, Cool Plants
2025-10-28 13:00 - 14:30
Explore the creepy, wicked, and cool world of plants in this special Halloween-themed botany class. Recommended for Homeschoolers ages 9-14. All attending adults and children are required to have a registered ticket.
UPDATED PROGRAM REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program.
All attending adults must have a registered ticket.
Dressing for the weather and wearing comfortable walk shoes are encouraged.
Walk-up tickets the day of the class will not be available.
Program tickets include Garden admission.
Homeschool Garden Stewards is strictly recommended for students ages 9-14. Those with younger children will be directed to register for either the Homeschool Garden Science or the Little Sprout Explorers series.
Price for NBG Members: $15/Child. (Adult members may attend for free with a registered child).
Price for Not-yet Members: $23/Child and $18/Adult. (Tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG).

Garden Artists: Thanksgiving Plates
2025-11-22 10:00 - 15:00
Paint the perfect set of decorative plates for your Thanksgiving table! Each set comes with one (1) ceramic 10″ dinner plate and one (1) ceramic 7″ side/dessert plate. Recommended for ages 3+ with some chaperone assistance. Program does not include tickets to the Dominion Energy Garden of Lights.
Participants have the option of signing up for the 10AM or 12PM sessions.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket.
All adult chaperones must have a registered ticket.
Adults who want to participate in the class must register a child ticket.
This class will take place in a Baker Hall Visitor Center Classroom.
Walk-up tickets the day of the class or program may not be available.
This class does not include access to the Dominion Energy Garden of Lights.
Price for NBG Members: $12/child. NBG member adults may chaperone for free with a registered child.
Price for Not-yet Members: $20/child and $18/adult. Tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG.
Adult tickets do not include a plate set. Adults who wish to participate must register their ticket(s) as a child ticket in order to participate. Walk-up tickets may not be available the day of the program.

Garden Artists: Thanksgiving Plates
2025-11-23 10:00 - 15:00
Paint the perfect set of decorative plates for your Thanksgiving table! Each set comes with one (1) ceramic 10″ dinner plate and one (1) ceramic 7″ side/dessert plate. Recommended for ages 3+ with some chaperone assistance. Program does not include tickets to the Dominion Energy Garden of Lights.
Participants have the option of signing up for the 10AM, 12PM, or 2PM sessions.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket.
All adult chaperones must have a registered ticket.
Adults who want to participate in the class must register a child ticket.
This class will take place in a Baker Hall Visitor Center Classroom.
Walk-up tickets the day of the class or program may not be available.
This class does not include access to the Dominion Energy Garden of Lights.
Price for NBG Members: $12/child. NBG member adults may chaperone for free with a registered child.
Price for Not-yet Members: $20/child and $18/adult. Tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG.
Adult tickets do not include a plate set. Adults who wish to participate must register their ticket(s) as a child ticket in order to participate. Walk-up tickets may not be available the day of the program.

Cancelled - Fairy & Gnome Winter Homes
2025-12-06 10:00 - 11:00
Due to low enrollment, Fairy & Gnome Winter homes is cancelled.
Make a festive and decorative winter home for the fairies and gnomes in your garden! Recommended for ages 4+ with some chaperone assistance. Due to the use of small decorative items for the fairy gardens, it is recommended that no children under 4 years old participate. All attending adults and children are required to have a registered ticket.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket for the class.
All attending adult chaperones must have a registered ticket.
Member and not-yet-member adults who want to participate in the class must register a child ticket.
This class will take place in a Baker Hall Visitor Center Classroom.
Walk-up tickets the day of the class may not be available.
Clas tickets do not include access to the Dominion Energy Garden of Lights.
Price for NBG Members: $12/child. Adult members may attend for free with a registered child.
Price for Not-yet Members: $20/child and $18/adult. Tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG.
Adult tickets do not include a garden set. Adults who wish to participate must register their ticket(s) as a child ticket in order to participate. Walk-up tickets may not be available the day of the program.

SOLD OUT: Cookie Plates & Cocoa Mugs
2025-12-13 10:00 - 15:00
Paint the perfect cookie plate and cocoa mug for the holiday season! Each set comes with one (1) ceramic 7″ cookie plate and one 10oz. ceramic mug. Recommended for ages 3+ with some chaperone assistance. Program does not include tickets to the Dominion Energy Garden of Lights. All child and adult attendants are required to have registered tickets.
Participants have the option of signing up for the 10AM or 12PM sessions. The 2PM session is sold out.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket.
All attending adult chaperones must have a registered ticket.
Member and not-yet-member adults who want to participate in the program must register a child ticket.
This class will take place in a Baker Hall Visitor Center Classroom.
Walk-up tickets the day of the class may not be available.
Tickets do not include access to the Dominion Energy Garden of Lights.
Price for NBG Members: $12/child. NBG member adults may chaperone for free with a registered child.
Price for Not-yet Members: $20/child and $18/adult. Tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG.
Adult tickets do not include a plate and mug set. Adults who wish to participate must register their ticket(s) as a child ticket in order to participate. Walk-up tickets may not be available the day of the program.
