Tidewater Orchid Society Show and Sale2
2024-03-15 10:00 - 2024-03-17 16:00 (America/New_York)
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

Into the Woods Adventure Day
2024-03-16 11:00 - 15:30
Bring your Cub Scouts, Webelos, and Arrow of Light Scouts to NBG to earn the Into the Woods Adventure Pin ! This program includes self-guided and guided activities and an Into the Woods pin for each participating Scout and daytime Garden admission.
Individual Scouts, Packs, and Dens are able to sign up for Session 1 (11AM-12:30PM) , or Session 2 (2-3:30PM) . All programs require adults to attend the programs and assist Scouts with the program activities.
Note About Drop-Offs: We ask all troops do their best to carpool to the Garden, and to refrain from encouraging parents to drop off/pick up their scouts. Scouts under the age of 14 must have an adult chaperone with them at all times. Parents dropping off Scouts are not permitted to park in the Tram Circle in front of the Visitor Center. It is recommended that vehicles are parked in the main lot, and a chaperone escorts their Scout to the troop leader. In the event Scouts are dropped off, it is the responsibility of the troop leader to ensure those scouts get checked in with a responsible adult in the group. Garden staff will not assist with this process. In addition, parents dropping off or picking up a child are not permitted to stay in the Garden . While they may drop their child off free of charge, parents who plan to stay will either have to use their membership to enter the Garden, pay the chaperone fee for the program, or pay Garden admission at the Front Desk. Please let us know if you have any questions about this. NOTE: The Garden closes at 5PM. Scouts dropped off will be required to be picked up before this time. Scouts: $18/Scout.
Garden Member Discounts: NBG Members are required to register all Scout and adult chaperones attending the event. There is no discount for Scout tickets. NBG Member Adults are asked to register their free chaperone tickets for head count purposes.
Not-Yet-Members are required to purchase tickets for all attending Scouts and adult chaperones. Scout Leaders who are not members of the Garden are required to purchase adult tickets.
Only registered Scouts will receive the program supplies and badges.
If sibling tag-alongs attend, NBG Members are required to register adult tickets for the children. Not-yet-members will need to purchase regular Garden admission tickets for the additional children.

Little Sprout Explorers: Shamrock STEM
2024-03-18 10:00 - 15:00
Join us in the WOW Children’s Garden to look for four-leaf clovers and complete some St. Patrick’s Day themed activities. Recommended for children ages 3-6 with caregiver participation. All attending adults and children are required to have a registered ticket.
Guests have the option of attending the AM Session (10-11AM) or the PM Session (2-3PM).
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 $16/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: Tales for Tots
2024-04-11 10:00 - 11:00
Meet in the WOW Children’s Garden for a walking adventure and craft themed around some of our favorite garden story books! Recommended for ages 3+ with adult chaperone participation.
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.
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.

NEW DATE: Family Twilight Trek
2024-04-12 18:30 - 20:00
Meet staff in the WOW Children’s Garden classroom to dissect an owl pellet and decorate your own pair of binoculars before going on an exclusive, after-hours sunset walking tour of the Garden! Recommended for children ages 5+ with significant 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 to attend the program.
Comfortable walking shoes and dressing for the weather is highly recommended.
Family Twilight Treks include indoor and outdoor activities.
Price for NBG Members: $12/child 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. 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.

PROGRAM FULL - Member Exclusive: Tales for Tots
2024-04-18 10:00 - 11:00
Meet in the WOW Children’s Garden for a walking adventure and craft themed around some of our favorite garden story books! Recommended for ages 3+ with adult chaperone participation.
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.
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.

CANCELLED - Storybook Tea Party
2024-04-19 10:00 - 11:00
Join us in the WOW Children’s Garden for a 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.
Price for NBG Members: $12/child. Adult members may attend 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.
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.

Member Exclusive: Tales for Tots
2024-04-24 10:00 - 11:00

CANCELLED - Member Exclusive: Tales for Tots
2024-04-25 10:00 - 11:00

Tidewater African Violet Show & Sale
2024-04-26 09:00 - 2024-04-28 16:00
Friday, April 26, 2024
Classification and Entries: 8AM – 5PM
African Violet Sale: 9AM – 5PM
Saturday, April 27, 2024
Judging: 10AM- 1PM
Show opens: 1PM – 5PM
African Violet Sale: 9AM – 5PM
Sunday, April 28, 2024
African Violet Sale: 9AM – 4PM
Free with Garden admission. To reserve your Timed-Entry Ticket, CLICK HERE

SOLD OUT - Family Twilight Trek
2024-04-26 19:00 - 20:30

Virginia Bonsai Society Bonsai Show & Sale
2024-05-04 10:00 - 2024-05-05 15:30

Family Twilight Trek
2024-05-10 19:00 - 20:30
Meet staff in the WOW Children’s Garden 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. Moderate walking required – program includes an approximately 1 mile walk through the Garden.
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: $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.

Suds & Buds 2024
2024-05-16 17:30 - 20:30
Click here to purchase TICKETS
TowneBank 8th Annual Rotary Club of Norfolk’s Suds & Buds is scheduled for Thursday, May 16, 2024 at Norfolk Botanical Garden! ​
FOOD, BEVERAGES, FUN, MUSIC & FUNDRAISING!

Join us for a casual after-work evening party at the annual Suds & Buds. This is a rain or shine event for ages 21 and over! Proceeds benefit
Norfolk Rotary Charities , Norfolk Botanical Garden and The Chesapeake Special Olympics of Virginia.
Each 2024 ticket will include:
Admission to Norfolk Botanical Garden during the event – Rain or shine!
Delicious Food by Local Area Restaurants ( included in ticket price )
Live music by Lewis McGehee
Ticket includes Free Parking
Relaxing After-work Party in Rose Garden Hall with Friends (Casual Attire)
Two Drink Tickets Included – Craft Beers & Wine ​ (additional tickets are available for purchase)
Norfolk Botanical Garden is currently under construction with limited parking in our main lot due to the construction of The Garden of Tomorrow .
Consider carpooling or a ride share service – be safe and enjoy a fun evening with food, drinks and live music. Please note your ticket to Suds & Buds is your reserved Garden ticket – you do not need to reserve a ticket with Norfolk Botanical Garden. Learn more about The Garden of Tomorrow Construction .

CANCELLED - Cadette Night Owl Party!
2024-05-17 19:00 - 21:00
Cadette Night Owl Party in cancelled. Private Troops are welcome to book the patch program on their own by emailing youthed@nbgs.org.
Bring your Cadette Girl Scouts to NBG to enjoy an evening of walking tours, an owl pellet dissection, and more to earn the Night Owl Badge ! This program includes a Night Owl Badge for each participating Scout and daytime Garden admission. Troops and individual Scouts are permitted to participate in the program. Adult chaperones are required to attend. Drop-offs are not permitted. Scouts: $18/Scout .
Adults: $16/Adult Chaperone (includes Scout Leaders). NBG Member adult chaperones receive complimentary admission with a registered Girl Scout.
Garden Member Discounts: NBG Members are required to register all Scout and adult chaperones attending the event. There is no discount for Scout tickets. NBG Member Adults are asked to register their free chaperone tickets for head count purposes.
Not-Yet-Members are required to purchase tickets for all attending Scouts and adult chaperones. Scout Leaders who are not members of the Garden are required to purchase adult tickets.
Sibling-tag alongs are not permitted.

Family Twilight Trek
2024-05-24 19:00 - 20:30
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.
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: $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 - Garden Artists: Picnic Plates
2024-06-06 10:00 - 11:00
Paint the perfect set of plates to take on your summer picnics! Program includes two 7-inch ceramic plates. Recommended for children ages 4+ 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.
All tickets must be pre-registered. Walk-up tickets the day of the program will not be available.
Program tickets include Garden admission. Additional admission tickets are not needed.
Adult tickets do not include the program supplies or materials. Adults who wish to participate are required to register a child’s ticket.
Price for NBG Members: $12/Child (Adult members may attend 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).
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.

PROGRAM FULL - Member Exclusive: Tree Treks
2024-06-06 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-06-13 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-06-20 10:00 - 11:00
Meet in the WOW Children’s Garden for a walking adventure and craft themed around some of our favorite garden trees! Recommended for ages 3+ with adult chaperone participation. 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.
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.

SOLD OUT - Storybook Tea Party
2024-06-07 10:00 - 11:00
Join us in the WOW Children’s Garden for a 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 is highly recommended.
All 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 $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.

PROGRAM FULL - Member Exclusive: Tree Treks
2024-06-12 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-06-19 10:00 - 11:00
Meet in the WOW Children’s Garden for a walking adventure and craft themed around some of our favorite garden trees! Recommended for ages 3+ with adult chaperone participation. 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.
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.

SOLD OUT - Fairy & Gnome Summer Homes
2024-06-13 10:00 - 11:00
Make a miniature summer home for the fairies and gnomes in your garden! Recommended for ages 4+. 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 program 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 $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.

SOLD OUT - Family Twilight Trek
2024-06-14 19:30 - 21:00
Meet staff in the WOW Children’s Garden 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.
Moderate walking required – program includes an approximately 1 mile walk through the Garden.
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: $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.

Critter Club: Freshwater Fish
2024-06-25 10:00 - 11:00
Take a closer look at our ponds and lake to learn more about freshwater fish. Recommended for children ages 6-11 with caregiver participation. 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 the day of the class will 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 $16/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. Garden Artists: Garden Landscapes
2024-06-26 10:00 - 11:00
Venture out into the Garden find the perfect inspiration for a landscape painting. Recommended for ages 5-12 with caregiver participation.
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.
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 $16/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.

Family Twilight Trek
2024-06-28 19:30 - 21:00

Member Exclusive: Wild Woodlands
2024-07-03 10:00 - 11:00
Meet at the Picnic Shelter to learn about our featured woodland animal of the week! Recommended for ages 3+ with adult chaperone assistance. 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.
Guests are advised to park at the Picnic Shelter for the Wild Woodland series.
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 arriving at the Garden, guests are required to show their NBG membership for entry.
After arriving at the Garden, you will check-in at the NBG Picnic Shelter. The Picnic Shelter has its own parking lot near the entrance tollbooth. Guests should plan to arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled start time to check-in and get settled for the program.

Jr. Garden Artists: Picnic Terrariums
2024-07-03 10:00 - 11:00
Join us for our July Jr. Garden Artists series! In the month of July, each art project will allow our jr. garden artists to create summer-inspired works of art.
In this class, put together a miniature picnic-themed terrarium to display at home! Recommended for ages 5-12 with caregiver participation.
As an exclusive, NBG Members can sign up for all sessions in the series for a discounted rate!
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.
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 $16/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 FIVE (5) July programs for $50 ! Members receive $2 off per series class. The series ticket links are listed below. Members only need to purchase the series ticket – tickets for the individual programs are not needed.
