Cancelled - Garden Artists: Autumn Mugs
2025-09-27 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
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.

Sunday, September 28
2025-09-28 09:00 - 19:00
You’re able to explore the Garden with your canine best friend every Sunday year-round. Your dog must remain on a leash at all times. Dogs are not allowed in the WOW Children’s Garden and Summer Butterfly House, as well as on our trams and boats. Fresh water is available throughout the Garden to refill your dog’s bowl. Look for indoor and outdoor drinking fountains and bottle refill stations indicated by water droplet icons on the map. Check out the Gift Shop for our latest selection of pet products!
Virginia Zoo and Nauticus members will enjoy free general admission at Norfolk Botanical Garden (NBG) for up to six individuals (ages 3+), depending on membership level. Individual members will enjoy free general admission for one person. Tickets must be reserved online in advance using the calendar below and the promo code provided in your member email. This benefit excludes special events, educational programs, and other NBG special member-access tickets.
Tickets are only valid for the specific date and arrival time noted on the reservation.
Tickets can be scanned directly from your smartphone or from a printed copy.
Upon arrival at NBG, Virginia Zoo and Nauticus members must present reserved tickets and a valid Virginia Zoo or Nauticus membership card at the Tollbooth.
Virginia Zoo and Nauticus members will also receive a 10% discount in the Garden Gift Shop. This benefit excludes special events, educational programs, and other NBG special member-access tickets.
Virginia Zoo and Nauticus members that purchase a membership during the month of September will receive 1 extra month on their NBG membership! Virginia Zoo and Nauticus members should present their membership card at the Front Desk to receive this special offer.
Membership Swap Policy: Benefits from multiple partner memberships, including admission, discounts, and membership extensions, cannot be stacked or combined. Guests must present one active membership per visit and/or transaction to receive eligible discounts or admission.
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Membership at Norfolk Botanical Garden is your year-round ticket to explore our 175 acre garden. NBG members enjoy many members-only privileges while supporting the Garden and our mission. Join Today
Plan your visit with us
Our campus is bursting with color year-round, offering breathtaking beauty in every season. Let us help you plan an unforgettable experience at the Garden. Learn more

Monday, September 29
2025-09-29 09:00 - 19:00
Virginia Zoo and Nauticus members will enjoy free general admission at Norfolk Botanical Garden (NBG) for up to six individuals (ages 3+), depending on membership level. Individual members will enjoy free general admission for one person. Tickets must be reserved online in advance using the calendar below and the promo code provided in your member email. This benefit excludes special events, educational programs, and other NBG special member-access tickets.
Tickets are only valid for the specific date and arrival time noted on the reservation.
Tickets can be scanned directly from your smartphone or from a printed copy.
Upon arrival at NBG, Virginia Zoo and Nauticus members must present reserved tickets and a valid Virginia Zoo or Nauticus membership card at the Tollbooth.
Virginia Zoo and Nauticus members will also receive a 10% discount in the Garden Gift Shop. This benefit excludes special events, educational programs, and other NBG special member-access tickets.
Virginia Zoo and Nauticus members that purchase a membership during the month of September will receive 1 extra month on their NBG membership! Virginia Zoo and Nauticus members should present their membership card at the Front Desk to receive this special offer.
Membership Swap Policy: Benefits from multiple partner memberships, including admission, discounts, and membership extensions, cannot be stacked or combined. Guests must present one active membership per visit and/or transaction to receive eligible discounts or admission.
Join our garden community
Membership at Norfolk Botanical Garden is your year-round ticket to explore our 175 acre garden. NBG members enjoy many members-only privileges while supporting the Garden and our mission. Join Today
Plan your visit with us
Our campus is bursting with color year-round, offering breathtaking beauty in every season. Let us help you plan an unforgettable experience at the Garden. Learn more

Tuesday, September 30
2025-09-30 09:00 - 19:00

Wednesday, October 1
2025-10-01 09:00 - 19:00
Join our garden community
Membership at Norfolk Botanical Garden is your year-round ticket to explore our 175 acres. NBG members enjoy many members-only privileges while supporting the Garden and our mission.
Join Today
Plan your visit with us
Our campus is bursting with color year-round, offering breathtaking beauty in every season. Let us help you plan an unforgettable experience at the Garden.
Learn more

Thursday, October 2
2025-10-02 09:00 - 19:00

Friday, October 3
2025-10-03 09:00 - 19:00

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.

Saturday, October 4
2025-10-04 09:00 - 19:00

Sunday, October 5
2025-10-05 09:00 - 19:00
You’re able to explore the Garden with your canine best friend every Sunday year-round. Members and their dogs are free; Not-Yet-Members pay $5 per dog. Your dog must remain on a leash at all times. Dogs are not allowed in the WOW Children’s Garden and Summer Butterfly House, as well as on our trams and boats. Fresh water is available throughout the Garden to refill your dog’s bowl. Look for indoor and outdoor drinking fountains and bottle refill stations indicated by water droplet icons on the map. Check out the Gift Shop for our latest selection of pet products!
Join our garden community
Membership at Norfolk Botanical Garden is your year-round ticket to explore our 175 acres. NBG members enjoy many members-only privileges while supporting the Garden and our mission.
Join Today
Plan your visit with us
Our campus is bursting with color year-round, offering breathtaking beauty in every season. Let us help you plan an unforgettable experience at the Garden.
Learn more

Monday, October 6
2025-10-06 09:00 - 19:00

Tuesday, October 7
2025-10-07 09:00 - 19:00

Wednesday, October 8
2025-10-08 09:00 - 19:00

Thursday, October 9
2025-10-09 09:00 - 19:00

Friday, October 10
2025-10-10 09:00 - 19:00

Saturday, October 11
2025-10-11 09:00 - 19:00

Sunday, October 12
2025-10-12 09:00 - 19:00

Monday, October 13
2025-10-13 09:00 - 19:00

Tuesday, October 14
2025-10-14 09:00 - 19:00

Wednesday, October 15
2025-10-15 09:00 - 19:00

Thursday, October 16
2025-10-16 09:00 - 17:00

Friday, October 17
2025-10-17 09:00 - 17:00

Saturday, October 18
2025-10-18 09:00 - 17:00

Sunday, October 19
2025-10-19 09:00 - 17:00

Monday, October 20
2025-10-20 09:00 - 17:00

Tuesday, October 21
2025-10-21 09:00 - 17:00

Wednesday, October 22
2025-10-22 09:00 - 17:00

Thursday, October 23
2025-10-23 09:00 - 17:00

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)

Friday, October 24
2025-10-24 09:00 - 17:00
