Member Exclusive: Busy Bees - Program Full!
2023-06-08 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-06-14 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-06-15 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-06-21 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-06-22 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-06-28 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-06-29 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
Meet in the WOW Children’s Garden to see and learn about the busy bees in the Garden! Recommended for ages 3+ with adult chaperone participation. This is an NBG Member exclusive program that requires pre-registered tickets.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON OUR NBG MEMBER EXCLUSIVE FREE PROGRAMS:
All participating children must have a pre-registered ticket to participate in the program.
Adult chaperones must attend with participating children – drop offs are not permitted.
This program will take place outdoors. Notification will be sent to participants of any/all location changes.
All tickets must be pre-registered. Walk-up tickets the day of the program will not be available.
Tickets for free programs include tickets for parking. Additional timed tickets for admission are not needed.
This program is an NBG Member exclusive program and requires pre-registration. NBG Members must register their child ticket(s) to attend. Walk-up participation will not be permitted. Upon arrive at the Garden, guests are required to show their NBG membership for entry at the Tollbooth.
After arriving at the Garden, you will walk to the WOW Children’s Garden to check-in. Guests should plan to arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled start time to check-in and get settled in the for program.

Family Twilight Trek - Sold Out!
2023-06-09 19:30 - 21:00
Meet staff in the Picnic Shelter to dissect an owl pellet and decorate your own pair of binoculars 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.
This is an in-person program. Moderate walking required – program includes an approximately 1 mile walk through the Garden.
UPDATED PROGRAM REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
All participating children ages 3-17 must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program.
If children 2 and under are participating in the program, they must have a registered child ticket.
All attending adults must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program.
All tickets must be pre-registered. Walk-up tickets the day of the class or program will not be available.
Price for NBG Members: $10/child and $5/adult. All participants ages 3+ must register.
Price for Not-yet Members: $15/person (tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG). All participants ages 3+ must register.

Backyard Bird Buds
2023-06-29 10:00 - 11:30
Join us in the WOW Children’s Garden to learn about the birds you can see while exploring the Garden and in your own backyard, then paint a miniature, decorative bird house to take home. Recommended for children ages 7+ with chaperone participation. Moderate walking required.
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, including all free Member adult tickets.
Classes will take place outdoors. Notification will be sent to participants of any/all location changes.
Dressing for the weather and wearing comfortable walk shoes are encouraged.
All tickets must be pre-registered. Walk-up tickets the day of the class or program will not be available.
Program tickets include Garden admission. Additional timed admission tickets are not needed.
Price for NBG Members: $15/child (adult members may attend for free with a registered child). All participants ages 3+ must register.
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 participants ages 3+ must register.

Member Exclusive: Pollinator Pals - Program Full!
2023-08-03 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-08-09 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-08-10 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-08-16 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-08-17 10:00 - 11:00
Meet in the WOW Children’s Garden to see and learn about the importance of garden pollinators. Recommended for ages 3+ with adult chaperone participation. This is an NBG Member exclusive program that requires pre-registered tickets.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON OUR NBG MEMBER EXCLUSIVE FREE PROGRAMS:
All participating children must have a pre-registered ticket to participate in the program.
Adult chaperones must attend with participating children – drop offs are not permitted.
This program will take place outdoors. Notification will be sent to participants of any/all location changes.
All tickets must be pre-registered. Walk-up tickets the day of the program will not be available.
Tickets for free programs include tickets for parking. Additional timed tickets for admission are not needed.
This program is an NBG Member exclusive program and requires pre-registration. NBG Members must register their child ticket(s) to attend. Walk-up participation will not be permitted. Upon arrive at the Garden, guests are required to show their NBG membership for entry.
After arriving at the Garden, you will walk to the WOW Children’s Garden to check-in. Guests should plan to arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled start time to check-in and get settled in the for program. Tram services will not be available.

Member Exclusive: Pollinator Pals
2023-08-31 10:00 - 11:00

Fall Veggie Gardens
2023-08-31 10:00 - 11:30
Did you know summer is the time to start growing your fall and winter veggies? Go on a tour of our Kitchen Garden to learn about different parts of a plant we eat, and what grows best on our grow zone, then start your own veggie gardens to grow at home. Recommended for children ages 7+ with chaperone participation. Moderate walking required.
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, including all free Member adult tickets.
Classes will take place outdoors. Notification will be sent to participants of any/all location changes.
Dressing for the weather and wearing comfortable walk shoes are encouraged.
All tickets must be pre-registered. Walk-up tickets the day of the class or program will not be available.
Program tickets include Garden admission. Additional timed admission tickets are not needed.
Price for NBG Members: $15/child (adult members may attend for free with a registered child). All participants ages 3+ must register.
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 participants ages 3+ must register.

15th Annual Garden Heritage Celebration
2023-09-17 14:00 - 15:00
15th annual garden heritage celebration
THE GARDEN’S 85TH ANNIVERSARY
Date/Time
Sunday, September 17
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
DUE TO THE GARDEN OF TOMORROW CONSTRUCTION WITH LIMITED PARKING,
THE GARDEN IS REQUIRING ALL VISITORS TO RESERVE A TIMED-ENTRY-TICKET
(INCLUDING NBG MEMBER S- YOUR TICKET IS FREE)
With limited parking spaces especially during high visitation days, your ticket
reserves your parking space and ARRIVAL time. Stay and enjoy the Garden.
By reserving your ticket, you will have a much better experience and so will others.
THANK YOU as we BUILD & PLANT the future!
TIMED-ENTRY-TICKETS

Trick 'r Trees - Night 2 (SOLD OUT)
2023-10-20 17:00 - 18:30
Trick ‘r Trees is sold out. Check the Youth and Family Programs calendar for other available Halloween programs.
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 child and adult participants must have a registered ticket.
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 ARE TO PARTICIPATE IN THE PROGRAM’S ACTIVITIES, THEY MUST HAVE A REGISTERED CHILD TICKET.
Price for NBG Members: $12/child ages 3-17 and $5/adult. Tickets must be purchased for all child and adult attendants. Adult tickets do not include the program activities.
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! Adult tickets do not include the program activities.
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 and under are to participate in the program’s activities, they must have a registered child ticket. Trick ‘r Trees is sold out. Check the Youth and Family Programs calendar for other available Halloween programs.

Ghoul & Goblin Gardens
2023-10-27 10:00 - 11:00
Design your own spooky Halloween home for the friendly ghouls and goblins in your garden. Recommended for ages 3+ with chaperone assistance. All attending adults and children are required to have a registered ticket.
PROGRAM 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/assisting adults must have a registered ticket, including all free Member adult tickets.
Adults who wish to participate in the program must register a child ticket.
All tickets must be pre-registered. Walk-up tickets the day of the class or program will not be available.
Price for NBG Members: $12/child ages 3-17. Adult members may attend for free with a registered child.
Price for Not-yet Members: $20/child ages 3-17 and $16/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.

Thanksgiving Plates - Few Tickets Remaining!
2023-11-12 10:00 - 16:00
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 caregiver assistance. Program does not include tickets to the Dominion Energy Garden of Lights.
The 10AM session is sold out. Tickets are still available for the 12:30PM and 3PM sessions.
PROGRAM REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program.
All chaperoning adults must have a registered ticket, including all free Member adult chaperone tickets.
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.
All tickets must be pre-registered. Walk-up tickets the day of the class or program will not be available.
This program 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 $16/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.

Holiday Nature Ornaments
2023-12-10 10:00 - 16:00
Use natural items and craft supplies to create the perfect set of holiday ornaments for your tree. Recommended for ages 3+ with caregiver assistance. Program does not include tickets to the Dominion Energy Garden of Lights.
The 10-11AM session is sold out. Tickets for the 12:30-1:30PM and 3-4PM sessions are still available.
PROGRAM REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program.
All chaperoning adults must have a registered ticket, including all free Member adult chaperone tickets.
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.
All tickets must be pre-registered. Walk-up tickets the day of the class or program will not be available.
This program 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 $16/adult. Tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG.
Adult tickets do not include an ornament 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.

12 Plants of Christmas
2023-12-14 13:00 - 15:00
Get into the Holiday Spirit by exploring the 12 Plants of Christmas! Indoor presentation followed with outdoor tour. Walking required.
$18 ($23 for not-yet-members) Register Online

Cookie Plates & Cocoa Mugs - Few Tickets Remaining!
2023-12-16 10:00 - 16:00
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 caregiver assistance. Program does not include tickets to the Dominion Energy Garden of Lights.
The 3-4PM session is sold out. Few tickets are still available for the 10-11AM and 12:30-1:30PM sessions.
PROGRAM REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program.
All chaperoning adults must have a registered ticket, including all free Member adult chaperone tickets.
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.
All tickets must be pre-registered. Walk-up tickets the day of the class or program will not be available.
This program 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 $16/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.

Diversity Gallery Reception
2024-02-03 12:00 - 14:00
Reserve Timed-Entry Ticket Diversity Gallery Norfolk Botanical Garden is hosting our first-ever diversity gallery in the Baker Hall Visitor Center now through February. The Diversity Gallery has over 80+ pieces of art from 25 local diverse artists.
Here at NBG we believe art and nature go hand in hand and we’re excited to bring the community together for this special exhibit. Highlighting the many creative minds within our community.
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Member Exclusive: Winter Wanderers
2024-02-14 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-02-15 10:00 - 11:00
Meet in the WOW Children’s Garden to explore winter in the Garden. This is an NBG Member exclusive program that requires pre-registered tickets.
NBG MEMBER EXCLUSIVE PROGRAMS:
All participating children must have a pre-registered ticket to participate in the program.
Adult chaperones must attend with participating children – drop offs are not permitted.
Chaperones are responsible for the behavior of their children.
Walk-up tickets the day of the program may not be available.
Additional timed tickets for admission are not needed.
This program is an NBG Member exclusive program and requires pre-registration. NBG Members must register their child ticket(s) to attend. Walk-up participation will not be permitted. Upon arrive at the Garden, guests are required to show their NBG membership for entry.
After arriving at the Garden, you will walk to the WOW Children’s Garden to check-in. Guests should plan to arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled start time to check-in and get settled in the for program. Tram services will not be available.

Great Backyard Bird Count!
2024-02-17 10:00 - 12:00
Join us at NBG to complete the Great Backyard Bird Count Citizen Science project! Whether you are a seasoned bird lover or just getting started, this is a fun and educational event for the whole family. By participating, you and your family can help scientists better understand bird populations before their annual winter migration. Each participant will be provided a science kit and information on where to submit their data. Recommended for children ages 3+ with significant chaperone assistance. Moderate walking required.
Participants must check-in between 10AM-12PM. Norfolk Botanical Garden is open 9AM-5PM.
Click here to learn more about Birding Basics from the Virginia DWR.
Click here for more information on the Great Backyard Bird Count!
Price for NBG Members: $12/child for ages 3-17*, Free for NBG Member adults. *Children 2 and under do not require a ticket; however, if they wish to receive the program materials, a ticket must be purchased.
Price for Not-yet Members: $20/child for ages 3-17* and $16/adult. Children ages 3-17 and all adults require a purchased ticket. *Children 2 and under do not require a ticket; however, if they wish to receive the program materials, a ticket must be purchased. Not-yet-member rates include Garden admission.
NBG members and not-yet-members are required to register at least one child ticket in order to participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count discounts. Only participating children receive the science kit. All participating children and attending adults/chaperones must have a registered ticket. Adults who intend to participate in the program are required to register a child’s ticket.

Rhythms of The Land Screening
2024-02-24 13:00 - 16:00
Norfolk Botanical Garden is honored to host the private screening of Rhythms of the Land. Guests must register in advance to attend the complimentary film screening. There will be light refreshments and a chance to hear from the director following the film. Register Here
A Love Story of Land and Family
In 1920, there were over 920,000 Black families farming in the United States, although the majority were sharecroppers and tenant farmers. Today there are just over 48,697, a 95% decrease in 100 years. Black farming families have lost their land and their stories are quickly disappearing and should be preserved so that we may understand the history and nature of lives on the farms. The goal of this documentary is to preserve their stories and honor their lives and agrarian legacies.
DIRECTOR’S STATEMENT
I am Gail Myers, a cultural anthropologist and creator of the film project, Rhythms of the Land. In 1997, while pursuing my doctorate at The Ohio State University, I conducted my first interviews with African American farmers. For the last 23 years I have been interviewing, researching, writing about, and filming the stories of African American farmers.
Rhythms of the Land documentary fills the void of these missing agrarian narratives and honors these sharecroppers, farmers, and gardeners.
We want to thank Bank of America for being our sponsor and the Chesapeake – Virginia Beach Alumnae Chapter of DELTA Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. for being a community partner.

Virginia Camellia Society Spring Show and Sale
2024-03-09 10:00 - 16:00
Plant Sale is from 10am to 3pm
Show is from 12pm to 4pm
Location: Baker Hall
Free with Garden admission
To reserve your Timed-Entry Ticket, CLICK HERE
Timeline
Flower bloom entry for competition – 8:00-10:00
Judging of blooms for awards ​​ – 10:00-12:00
Camellia Plant Sale begins ​​​ – 10:00 – 3:00
Baker Hall Flower Show opens ​​ – 12:00 – 4:00
Camellia bloom waxing demonstrations 11:00 & 3:00
Membership information table ​ – 10:00 – 3:00
Please join us for a day filled with the beauty of the Camellia. Over 500 blooms displayed. Vote for your favorite with the “People’s choice” awards. Purchase a Camellia shrub to add to your garden this spring. Take a walk through the Hofheimer Camellia Garden which is in full bloom.

Tidewater Orchid Society Show and Sale2
2024-03-15 10:00 - 2024-03-17 16:00
Plant Sale is from 10am to 3pm
Show is from 12pm to 4pm
Location: Baker Hall
Free with Garden admission
To reserve your Timed-Entry Ticket, CLICK HERE
