Dinosaurs in the Garden - Few Tickets Remaining!
2026-06-18 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York)
Join us in the WOW Children’s Garden to learn about the dinosaur plants and animals who live in the Garden, then make your own dinosaur terrarium to take home. Each dinosaur terrarium includes an air plant! Recommended for children ages 8+ with some chaperone assistance. Moderate walking required.
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 may not be available.
Program tickets include Garden admission.
Price for NBG Members: $14/child. Adult members may attend for free with a registered child.
Price for Not-yet Members: $22/child and $20/adult. Tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG.

SOLD OUT The Fundamentals of Pizza Making
2026-06-18 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
This class is sold out. To be added to the waitlist please email registrar@nbgs.org.
In this class attendees will learn the basics of making Neapolitan style pizza. You will learn various techniques in making dough, making the ideal pizza sauce, and make your own pizza for your personal enjoyment. $45 ($55 for not-yet-members) Register Online

SOLD OUT Sunset Kayaking
2026-06-18 18:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York)
This date is sold out. To be added to the waitlist please email registrar@nbgs.org.
Enjoy a relaxing paddle on Lake Whitehurst with experienced guides. No experience necessary.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can I bring my own kayak?
No, we do not allow guests to bring their own equipment. We partner with Tula Paddle Sports, they will supply all of the equipment needed.
Is the price per person?
Yes, kayaking is $50/person for members and $65/person for not-yet-members.
Is there an age limit?
Yes, we allow children 10 and up, as long as they are in a double kayak with a parent or guardian.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancellations 5 or more business days prior to the program state date: refund, less 20% processing fee. Cancellations 1-4 business days prior to the program state date: No refund. $50 ($65 for not-yet-members)
Register Online

SOLD OUT Owl Prowl
2026-06-18 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
This class is sold out. To be added to the waitlist please email registrar@nbgs.org.
Join us for a guided tour of the Garden in search of these magnificent night hunters–after meeting them in person! Walking required. $25 ($35 for not-yet-members)
Register Online

Garden Artists: Pollinator Baths
2026-06-20 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
Paint a pollinator bath for your garden, then learn about the importance of supporting pollinators at home. 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.
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: $14/Child. (Adult members may attend for free with a registered child).
Price for Not-yet Members: $22/Child and $20/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.

Little Sprout Explorers: Winter in Australia
2026-06-22 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
In this special seasons-themed class, explore how summer in the Northern Hemisphere is wintertime in the Southern Hemisphere. 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 $20/Adult. (Tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG).

SOLD OUT Mosaic Pollinator Watering Station
2026-06-23 09:30 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
This class is sold out. To be added to the waitlist please email registrar@nbgs.org.
In this workshop, design and craft a beautiful, safe watering station. Learn the basic techniques of cutting, assembling, attaching, grouting, and sealing. Use different substrates for different climates. $115 ($125 for not-yet-members) Register Online

Critter Club: Coastal VA Snakes
2026-06-23 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
Join us for this special themed class to learn about the species, diets, and behaviors of the snakes found in Coastal Virginia! Recommended for children ages 6-12 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.
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 $20/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 The Art of Pressing Flowers
2026-06-23 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
This class is sold out. To be added to the waitlist please email registrar@nbgs.org.
Have you always wanted to press flowers but weren’t sure where to start, or have tried pressing flowers and not gotten great results? In this class you will learn tips and tricks from an experienced flower preservationist about how to successfully press flowers! You will receive your own small flower press that we will fill with flowers, and we will also make a small frame with already pressed flowers to give you some ideas of what you can create! $70 ($80 for not-yet-members) Register Online

Sunset Kayaking
2026-06-23 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-06-25 18:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York)
Single kayaks are sold out for this date. Please call 757-441-5830 ext. 338 to reserve a double kayak.
Enjoy a relaxing paddle on Lake Whitehurst with experienced guides. No experience necessary.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can I bring my own kayak?
No, we do not allow guests to bring their own equipment. We partner with Tula Paddle Sports, they will supply all of the equipment needed.
Is the price per person?
Yes, kayaking is $50/person for members and $65/person for not-yet-members.
Is there an age limit?
Yes, we allow children 10 and up, as long as they are in a double kayak with a parent or guardian.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancellations 5 or more business days prior to the program state date: refund, less 20% processing fee. Cancellations 1-4 business days prior to the program state date: No refund. $50 ($65 for not-yet-members)
Register Online

Every Brilliant Thing
2026-06-23 18:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York)
Reserve Your Tickets – Event Admission is FREE The premier professional theatre in southeastern Virginia, Virginia Stage Company was founded in 1978 by members of the Hampton Roads community who had a deep desire to make live theatre a part of the area’s cultural life. For its home, VSC chose the Wells Theatre in downtown Norfolk, which was fully restored in 1986 and is now a National Historic Landmark. Learn More The Up Center provides more than 20 critical support services for children and families in our community, including mental health counseling, parenting education and support, youth mentoring, foster care and adoption, housing and financial counseling, and services for people with disabilities Learn More Rotary Club Norfolk is a vibrant group of community leaders who enjoy being part of southeastern Virginia’s oldest and largest service club. They have nearly 100 members come from throughout Hampton Roads and share a passion for community service and fellowship. They value always learning something new, having fun, and working together to make our community and world better. Learn More Norfolk Botanical Garden (voted #3 Best Botanical Garden in the U.S. through Newsweek) represents an oasis of more than 65 themed gardens encompassing 175 beautiful acres. The Garden is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, recognized as a Virginia Historic Landmark, listed on the National Register of Historic Places and designated a Virginia Green attraction. It is managed by Norfolk Botanical Garden, Inc. and supported by the City of Norfolk. The mission of Norfolk Botanical Garden is to immerse visitors in a world of beauty, lead through environmental action and inspire through education and connection to nature. Directions We are located at:
6700 Azalea Garden Road
Norfolk, Virginia 23518-5337
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Next to Norfolk International Airport. Minutes from Downtown Norfolk and Virginia Beach.

Member Exclusive: Garden to Fork
2026-06-24 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-06-25 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
Meet in the WOW Children’s Garden to learn about growing and caring for your own fruit and vegetable garden. 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.
Comfortable walking shoes and dressing for the weather are recommended.
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.

Who Shapes the Land? Grazers and Human Stewardship with Living Soil
2026-06-24 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
What if the ground beneath our feet could hold more water, grow healthier plants, support wildlife, and feed families — all at the same time? This interactive program examines how bison—North America’s historic keystone grazing species—soil health, and regenerative agricultural practices work together to restore ecosystem function. Using real-world examples from both the American prairie and coastal Virginia, participants will explore how land management influences water retention, plant vitality, and ecological resilience. Through hands-on demonstrations and locally sourced soil comparisons, the program connects soil health directly to flooding. $20 ($25 for not-yet-members) Register Online

SOLD OUT Bread Making Workshop
2026-06-25 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
This class is sold out. To be added to the waitlist please email registrar@nbgs.org.
Join Pilgrim Bread’s owner and head baker Tylor Alexander in a class on naturally leavened bread using fresh milled flour. In this workshop we will explore fermentation, mix flour with water, fold, and shape dough that you will take home and bake the next day. Students will also take home their own bread making kits which include, fresh milled flour, starter, proof basket, dough scraper, lame (scoring tool), and instruction manual. $85 ($95 for not-yet-members) Register Online

Garden Stars
2026-06-25 20:30 - 22:00 (America/New_York)
Come out for an evening under the stars with the Back Bay Astronomers and their powerful telescopes. Walking required. $10 ($20 for not-yet-members) Register Online

Indigenous Gardens: How We Cultivated the American Landscape
2026-06-26 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
North American landscapes are often described as untouched wilderness up until the arrival of European colonists. The reality is that cultures across the continent shaped the land in ways that not only influenced the land at the time but built entire ecosystems that persist to this day. The legacy of our ancestors lives on in habitats that we still actively maintain. In this class, we will learn the history and cultures that cultivated this continent over thousands of years, and how these traditions can carry us all forward in a changing world. Indoor presentation followed by an outdoor tour. Walking required. $20 ($25 for not-yet-members) Register Online

Garden Artists: Clay Mosaics
2026-06-27 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
Create a “catch all” mosaic dish by pressing leaves, flowers, and other natural items into clay. 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.
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: $14/Child. (Adult members may attend for free with a registered child).
Price for Not-yet Members: $22/Child and $20/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.

Library Card Day 2026
2026-06-29 09:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
Norfolk Botanical Garden invites Williamsburg Regional Library (WRL) cardholders to enjoy complimentary general admission for up to six individuals (age 3+) on June 29, 2026. Please present your WRL card upon arrival at NBG’s Tollbooth. All guests must arrive in the same vehicle or be in the vehicle directly behind the WRL cardholder. Promotion only valid on June 29, 2026, and does not apply to classes or ticketed events.

Little Sprout Explorers: Magnolias & Beetles
2026-06-29 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
Explore how magnolia tree flowers and beetles have worked together as plant and pollinator pals for millions of years. 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 $20/Adult. (Tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG).

Critter Club: Foxes 101
2026-06-30 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
Explore the diets and behaviors of the red fox and gray fox in Coastal Virginia. Recommended for children ages 6-12 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.
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 $20/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 Red, White, and Blue Centerpiece
2026-06-30 13:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York)
This class is sold out. To be added to the waitlist please email registrar@nbgs.org.
Create a beautiful centerpiece to enjoy. All supplies included. $65 ($80 for not-yet-members) Register Online

Pride Yoga at Sunset
2026-06-30 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Purchase Your Tickets to Reserve Your Spot Event Timeline:
6PM Guest Arrival
6PM – 7PM Mocktail Hour
Have a chance to connect with the our NBG community and Leadership.
7PM – 8PM Yoga Begins
Carly will lead us for sunset Yoga. All levels are welcome.
Advanced reservations are required.
Tickets do include admission to NBG. Garden hours are currently 9AM-7PM

Sunset Kayaking
2026-06-30 18:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York)
Single kayaks are sold out for this date. Please call (757) 441- 5830 (x338) to book a double kayak.
Enjoy a relaxing paddle on Lake Whitehurst with experienced guides. No experience necessary.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can I bring my own kayak?
No, we do not allow guests to bring their own equipment. We partner with Tula Paddle Sports, they will supply all of the equipment needed.
Is the price per person?
Yes, kayaking is $50/person for members and $65/person for not-yet-members.
Is there an age limit?
Yes, we allow children 10 and up, as long as they are in a double kayak with a parent or guardian.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancellations 5 or more business days prior to the program state date: refund, less 20% processing fee. Cancellations 1-4 business days prior to the program state date: No refund. $50 ($65 for not-yet-members)
Register Online

Sightseeing Admission 2
2026-07-01 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
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Sightseeing Admission 3
2026-07-01 08:00 - 17:00 UTC

Wednesday Morning Yoga (4-Week Class)
2026-07-01 09:30 - 10:30 (America/New_York)
Looking for a fantastic yoga instructor and convenient yoga classes? NBG offers yoga classes to fit your schedule, taught by experienced instructor, Carly Joelle. Discover the multitude of health benefits that can be gained from this low impact relaxing exercise during this four week course. Join us and learn how you can increase your strength, flexibility, posture and energy! The instructor will lead you through a series of stretches, positions and deep breath work. Preregistration required.
This is a four week course that meets on Wednesdays, July 1-July 22 from 9:30-10:30 AM. $50 ($65 for not-yet-members) Register Online

Wednesday Oil Painting (8-Week Class)
2026-07-01 09:45 - 11:45 (America/New_York)
Registration will open on June 17th at 9:30 AM.
Get your creativity growing! Join us for this oil painting course and brush up on the fundamentals of this rewarding art form. Learn color mixing from a limited color palette as shapes and values are emphasized. Taught by artist Adele Loomans. All supplies included .
Participants are encouraged to bring their own paint brushes and should bring in 3-5 of their own photographs or pictures of subjects they would like to paint.
This is an 8-week class that meets on Wednesdays, July 1-August 19 from 9:45-11:45AM. $175 ($200 for not-yet-members) Register Online

SOLD OUT Hosta Walk & Talk
2026-07-01 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York)
This class is sold out. To be added to the waitlist please email registrar@nbgs.org.
These casual informative walks allow plenty of time for questions and photos. Outdoor program with moderate walking, weather permitting. Mobility scooters available upon request-call to reserve when registering.
Please meet in the Baker Hall Visitor Center.
Space limited; pre-registration required. $5 per person; garden admission required. Register Online
