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October 2022
SOLD OUT: Plant-Based Eating Workshop
Atlanta
Learn the basic principles to fuel yourself, promote healthy digestion, energy and wellness through plant-based eating.
Learn MoreFest-of-Ale
Atlanta
October 1 - October 30: Explore Scarecrows in the Garden and enjoy live music during our annual beer fest featuring a variety of specialty ales.
Learn MoreMember Fall Evening in Atlanta
Atlanta
Enjoy festive fall activities at night, including live music, Scarecrows in the Garden and more.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT – Well-Seasoned Chef: Deborah VanTrece
Atlanta
Join Deborah VanTrece of Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pours for an intimate culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT – Fresh Plates Series: Chef Rusty Bowers & Chef Thomas McKeown
Atlanta
Enjoy a fun evening dining, sipping, and learning from Chef Rusty Bowers of Pine Street Market and Chef Thomas McKeown of Hyatt Regency Atlanta in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreSelecting Bulbs
Atlanta
Plan your beautiful spring and summer blooms now by learning about the best bulbs for each season and identifying the ideal planting times.
Learn MoreGarden Chef Demos: Shobha Swamy
Atlanta
Join Chef Shobha Swamy as she demonstrates her recipes in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Diwali Delights
Atlanta
Learn some classic recipes to celebrate Diwali, the Indian Festival of Lights, in this hands-on cooking experience with Chef Naina Bhedwar.
Learn MoreAlston Lecture – The Southeast’s Paradoxical Palm: Sabal palmetto
Atlanta
Join natural historian and author, Jono Miller, for a wide-ranging introduction to this common palm that can live for centuries, survive fire, flood and freeze, and which played a role in our fight for independence.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Well-Seasoned Chef: Matthew Basford
Atlanta
Join Matthew Basford of Canoe for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Fresh Plates Series: Chef Drew Van Leuvan
Atlanta
Enjoy a fun evening dining, sipping, and learning from Chef Drew Van Leuvan of Farm Burger in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MorePlant. Eat. Repeat. Workshop: Seed Saving
Atlanta
Join us in person for Plant. Eat. Repeat.
Learn MoreGoblins in the Garden
Atlanta
Show off the little ones’ Halloween costumes on the Goblin Runway and enjoy fun fall-themed games and activities.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Well-Seasoned Chef: Zeb Stevenson
Atlanta
Join Zeb Stevenson of Redbird for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreCANCELLED: Alston Lecture – Beauty of the Wild, Presented by Darrel Morrison
Atlanta
Darrel Morrison discusses his book, Beauty of the Wild, and the people and places that have influenced his philosophy toward designing landscapes.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Fresh Plates Series: Chef Eddie Hernandez
Atlanta
Enjoy a fun evening dining, sipping, and learning from Chef Eddie Hernandez of Taqueria del Sol in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Winter Container Gardening
Atlanta
This class explores container gardening basics including plant selection, soil types and choosing appropriate containers.
Learn MoreGreat Pumpkin-Carving Festival
Atlanta
Watch as contestants compete for the most creative pumpkin heads in the Garden while enjoying Fest-of-Ale!
Learn MorePlant. Eat. Repeat. Workshop: Seed Saving
Atlanta
Join us in person for Plant. Eat. Repeat.
Learn MoreNovember 2022
SOLD OUT: Drawing the Fall Harvest – Morning Session
Atlanta
In this class, students create still-life drawings in colored pencil and/or black and white mediums.
Learn MoreDrawing the Fall Harvest – Evening Session
Atlanta
In this class, students create still-life drawings in colored pencil and/or black and white mediums.
Learn MoreMeet Me in the Garden Room
Atlanta
The dk Gallery exhibition is open November 5, 2022 - January 15, 2023 in the Gardenhouse Gallery.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Homemade Pie Making
Atlanta
Elevate your pies or gain a completely new skill when you learn how to make flaky, delicious pie crust from scratch in this hands-on class.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Homemade Pie Making
Atlanta
Elevate your pies or gain a completely new skill when you learn how to make flaky, delicious pie crust from scratch in this hands-on class.
Learn MoreGarden Lights, Holiday Nights Member Premiere
Atlanta
Be among the first to experience the 12th annual holiday lights show before it opens to the public.
Learn MoreVeterans Day
Atlanta
On November 11, Veterans Day, the Garden offers free admission to Veterans and Active Service men/women.
Learn MoreHoliday Model Trains
Atlanta
November 12 - January 14: Join kids and the kids at heart for this holiday favorite, running day and night on the Alston Overlook.
Learn MoreGarden Lights, Holiday Nights presented by Invesco QQQ
Atlanta
November - January: The 12th annual holiday extravaganza dazzles the Garden nightly with millions of brilliantly-colored LED lights and displays.
Learn MoreBotanical Saint Nick
Atlanta
Saturdays, Nov 26 – Dec 17: Bring your camera and tell all of your holiday wishes to the big guy clad in green.
Learn MoreDecember 2022
Carols in the Garden
Atlanta
December 3, 10 & 17: Enjoy festive holiday music sung by Atlanta's premiere carolers, the Tinseltones.
Learn MoreMeet the Artist: Lorra Kurtz, Meet Me in the Garden Room
Atlanta
Meet Alpharetta-based artist Lorra Kurtz and dk Gallery’s Donna Krueger, featured in the Garden's current art exhibition, Meet Me in the Garden Room.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Winter Wonderland Camp
Atlanta
December 19 - 20: Become elves and winter royalty as we embark on a 2-day adventure full of wondrous exploration and botanical beauty.
Learn MoreGarden Closed During Daytime Hours: Dec. 23
Atlanta
The Garden is closed during daytime hours only (9 a.m. - 4 p.m.) on Friday, Dec. 23.
Learn MoreCANCELED: Holiday Ride-on Train
Atlanta
Select Saturdays & Sundays, November - January: All aboard the Botanical Express for a trip around the Great Lawn. $5 per passenger, $3 for members.
Learn MoreHoliday Ride-on Train
Atlanta
Select Saturdays & Sundays, November - January: All aboard the Botanical Express for a trip around the Great Lawn.
Learn MoreJanuary 2023
SOLD OUT: Introduction to Drawing in Black & White – Tuesday Morning Session
Atlanta
Tuesdays, January 10 - February 7: Discover composition, proportion, shading and perspective and more working in a variety of black and white media.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Introduction to Drawing in Black & White – Tuesday Evening Session
Atlanta
Tuesdays, January 10 - February 7: Discover composition, proportion, shading and perspective and more working in a variety of black and white media.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Introduction to Drawing in Black & White – Thursday Morning Session
Atlanta
Thursdays, January 12 - February 19: Discover composition, proportion, shading and perspective and more working in a variety of black and white media.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Introduction to Drawing in Black & White – Thursday Evening Session
Atlanta
Thursdays, January 12 - February 19: Discover composition, proportion, shading and perspective and more working in a variety of black and white media.
Learn MoreYoung Sprouts 2023
Atlanta
Join us for fun activities that will stimulate your child's interest in the natural world, including arts and crafts, storybook times and Garden exploration.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Orchids for Beginners I
Atlanta
Of all orchid species, Phalaenopsis and Paphiopedilum require care most similar to typical houseplants. Get tips to grow these orchids yourself.
Learn MoreSpring Gardening Symposium
Atlanta
Ready to get into a springtime frame of mind? Join the Garden for a full day of new ideas from seasoned experts at the Spring Gardening Symposium!
Learn MoreFebruary 2023
Summer Camp Registration
Atlanta
Enroll your child in a summer day camp full of discovery, adventure and nature exploration!
Learn MoreEmma Bell: Influenced by Flowers
Atlanta
Join us in the Gardenhouse Gallery Feb. 11 - April 23 for the new exhibition by Emma Bell.
Learn MoreValentines in the Garden
Atlanta
Let's celebrate our love for each other AND Atlanta at the Garden!
Learn MoreVirtual Science Café: Jill Wegrzyn
Atlanta
As the world is challenged by habitat destruction, species loss, climate change, and dramatically modified community interactions, genetics is critical to help conserve and restore plant species.
Learn MoreOrchid Daze
Atlanta
February - April: Enjoy thousands of beautiful, fragrant orchids on display during Orchid Daze, the Fuqua Orchid Center’s annual exhibition highlighting winter’s favorite plant.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Orchids for Beginners II
Atlanta
Oncidium, Dendrobium and Cattleya orchids are adapted to climates with intermittent rainfall. This course will explore the cultural requirements for successfully growing and blooming species and hybrids of these groups in a home setting.
Learn More74th Annual Camellia Show
Atlanta
Experience “the rose of winter” with dozens of cut specimens during the 74th annual North Georgia Camellia Society Show.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Enchanted Forest Day Camp
Atlanta
Bring your imagination, observation skills and creativity to this charmed camp and discover the amazing creatures that may be living in our fantastical woodland gardens.
Learn MoreGarden Open on President’s Day
Atlanta
Enjoy Orchid Daze and more during special Monday hours, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Learn MoreLight Bites & Garden Insights
Atlanta
Please note: This event has reached capacity. Contributing-level members and above are invited to a presentation about the Garden's orchid collection while enjoying light refreshments.
Learn MoreMarch 2023
Amphibian Adventure Day
Atlanta
Join us for the Fuqua Conservatory's long-awaited return of the tropical frog exhibits!
Learn MoreVanilla Sunday
Atlanta
As stunning orchids burst into bloom in the Garden’s balmy conservatories, celebrate one particularly fascinating species and its namesake spice, widely loved for its alluring aroma and flavor: the Vanilla Orchid.
Learn MoreAtlanta Blooms!
Atlanta
Explore hundreds of thousands of tulips, daffodils, crocuses and hyacinths.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Honey Bee Biology for Beekeeping
Atlanta
In this class, we will take a look at honey bee biology that is relevant to beekeeping.
Learn MorePlant. Eat. Repeat. Workshop: Tea & Tisanes
Atlanta
Join us in person for Plant. Eat. Repeat.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Intermediate Drawing in Black and White – Morning Session
Atlanta
Tuesdays, February 14 - March 14: Using basic black and white drawing materials, explore large plant studies, still lifes, and landscapes.
Learn MoreSprouting Scientists
Atlanta
Little ones can be scientists too! Bring your toddler to discover the fabulous world of plants and animals.
Learn MoreIntermediate Drawing in Black and White – Evening Session
Atlanta
Tuesdays, February 14 - March 14: Using basic black and white drawing materials, explore large plant studies, still lifes, and landscapes.
Learn MoreAlston Lecture – Writing Wild: Women Poets, Ramblers, and Mavericks Who Shape How We See the Natural World
Atlanta
Join New York Times best-selling author, teacher and historian Kathryn Aalto in this Alston Lecture.
Learn MorePlant. Eat. Repeat. Virtual Workshop: Tea & Tisanes
Atlanta
Join us via Facebook Live for Plant. Eat. Repeat.
Learn MoreOrchid Daze Soirée
Atlanta
Members of the Director’s Club and above-level members are invited to an elegant event to remember!
Learn MoreVirtual Science Café: Maggie R. Wagner, Ph.D.
Atlanta
Learn about the evolution of drought resistance in a wild prairie plant (eastern gamagrass) and its microbial neighbors.
Learn MoreAtlanta Bonsai Society: Spring Bonsai Show
Atlanta
See gorgeous trees, learn from demonstrations and work shops, meet vendors and more.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Orchids at Home
Atlanta
This course explores basic, essential aspects of orchid growing at home and the use of a variety of different home environments to support a diverse array of these unique plants.
Learn MorePlant. Eat. Repeat. Workshop: Tea & Tisanes
Atlanta
Join us in person for Plant. Eat. Repeat.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Spring Soups
Atlanta
Get fresh inspiration for your cooking by learning to prepare 2 soups that can take you from spring to summer and into fall, customized with your favorite herbs.
Learn MorePlant. Eat. Repeat. Workshop: Tea & Tisanes
Atlanta
Join us in person for Plant. Eat. Repeat.
Learn MoreOrchids for Enthusiasts
Atlanta
This course explores two diverse orchid groups, the genus Bulbophyllum and the subtribe Pleurothallidinae, that exhibit parallel ecological characteristics and share similar home growing requirements.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Drawing Birds, Bees, and Other Pollinators – Morning Session
Atlanta
Thursdays, February 23 - March 23: Learn how to draw birds, bees, and other pollinators in black and white and then in colored pencil.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Fermenting Vegetables
Atlanta
Discover the basic science and techniques behind fermenting vegetables and enjoy appetizers as you discuss the many health benefits fermented foods can provide.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Drawing Birds, Bees and Other Pollinators – Evening Session
Atlanta
Thursdays, February 23 - March 23: Learn how to draw birds, bees, and other pollinators in black and white and then in colored pencil.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Tai Chi – Quarter I
Atlanta
Saturdays, January 14 - March 25: Learn this ancient Chinese exercise form, designed to increase flexibility and balance.
Learn MorePlant. Eat. Repeat. Workshop: Tea & Tisanes
Atlanta
Join us in person for Plant. Eat. Repeat.
Learn MoreGarden Party
Atlanta
Celebrate all things spring surrounded by colorful blooms, live music, craft cocktails at more.
Learn MoreApril 2023
Garden Open: Spring Break
Atlanta
The Garden is open on Monday, April 3, for spring break.
Learn MoreMember Spring Evening
Atlanta
Enjoy a variety of activities among colorful spring flowers!
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Spring Celebration Day Camp
Atlanta
The Garden will be blooming and chirping with life as we explore, play and create during this interactive day camp.
Learn MoreSpring Break Family Fun
Atlanta
April 3-7: Visit the Garden and enjoy the wonders of springtime with fun and seasonal family activities.
Learn MoreDrop-In Family Program: Natural Egg Dyeing
Atlanta
Certain plants contain powerful dyes that create stunning colors. Join us in this interactive program to learn more about these plants and decorate three vibrant eggs.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Georgia on My Mind Dinner
Atlanta
Sip on regional wines to complement the local flavors as the chefs take you on a journey through our own backyard cuisine.
Learn MoreThe Gently Used Plant Sale
Atlanta
The Gently Used Plant Sale is back! Purchase seasonal favorites while supplies last.
Learn MoreOrchid Aha!: Ask a Horticulturist Anything
Atlanta
Join us in person or virtually to learn all about preparing for the orchid spring growth cycle!
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Well-Seasoned Chef: Kevin Gillespie
Atlanta
Join Chef Kevin Gillespie of Red Beard Restaurants for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreStorybook Time
Atlanta
Wednesdays, 10 and 10:45 a.m.: Nature-inspired stories come to life as our educators read about bees, flowers, butterflies and other garden friends.
Learn MoreDrop-In Kids Gardening Activity
Atlanta
Wednesdays, March - Aug.: Help us care for plants like Rosa Sunfinger from Trolls: Save the Humans by Thomas Dambo!
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Fresh Plates Series: Stuart Rogers
Atlanta
Enjoy a fun evening dining, sipping, and learning from Chef Stuart Rogers of Your 3rd Spot in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreGarden Grooves
Atlanta
Thursdays, 10 and 10:45 a.m.: Get ready to wiggle and warble! Join us for songs and dances inspired by the beautiful outdoors.
Learn MoreFrog Feeding
Atlanta
Saturdays at 10 a.m.: Drop by the Fuqua Conservatory Lobby to watch the conservation team tend to the rare and endangered amphibians on display at the Garden.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Exploring Native Plants
Atlanta
Transform your yard into a valuable natural community.
Learn MoreEarth Day
Atlanta
Celebrate nature! Enjoy special activities for little ones at the Garden in honor of our beautiful earth.
Learn MoreTai Chi – Quarter II
Atlanta
Saturdays, April 1 - June 10: Learn this ancient Chinese exercise form, designed to increase flexibility and balance.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Indian Street Food
Atlanta
Join spice expert, Chef Naina Bhedwar to explore the bright, fresh, springtime-inspired flavors of Indian street food.
Learn MoreGarden Playtime
Atlanta
Tuesdays, 10 a.m. - noon: Introduce your little one to the joys of nature! Make artistic creations connected to the garden surroundings.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Introduction to Drawing in Colored Pencil – Morning Session
Atlanta
Tuesdays, March 21 - April 25: Learn color theory and composition. Explore methods for drawing botanical renderings and still lifes from photographs and reproductions.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Introduction to Drawing in Colored Pencil – Evening Session
Atlanta
Tuesdays, March 21 - April 25: Learn color theory and composition. Explore methods for drawing botanical renderings and still lifes from photographs and reproductions.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Well-Seasoned Chef: Thomas McKeown
Atlanta
Join Chef Thomas McKeown of Hyatt Regency Atlanta for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn More