Atlanta Botanical Garden

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PHOTO CREDIT: Courtesy of the Atlanta Botanical Gardens
Call: (404) 876-5859 or visit www.atlantabg.org
Atlanta's most fragrant attraction blooms with more than 3,000 ornamental plants spread over 30 acres adjacent to Piedmont Park, including a rare 15-acre urban forest. There is a 600-foot Canopy Walk situated 40 feet high, and regular exhibitions and concerts in the gardens.
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Wednesday September 10, 2025 04:30 PM EDT
Atlanta Botanical Garden Cost: Free with Garden Admission
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Meet us at Longleaf Restaurant for an evening of garden views, curated wine selections and live acoustic guitar performances. Walk-up only, no reservation required.

Schedule: Select dates, April 16 – October 15 Live Music Lineup  August 20: Alex Gordon August 27: Lefty Williams

September 3: Lefty Wi... [click here for more]
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Wednesday September 10, 2025 06:30 PM EDT
Atlanta Botanical Garden Cost: Free with garden admission
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Enjoy a fun evening dining, sipping and learning as Chef Olivier Reedholm from Ecco Buckhead prepares a four-part small plate menu. Learn new recipes and taste freshly prepared courses and wine.

Member Registration: August 13 at Noon Non-Member Registration: August 13 at 4 p.m.

About Olivier Reedhol... [click here for more]
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Wednesday September 10, 2025 06:30 PM EDT
Atlanta Botanical Garden Cost: $85 – $90
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Learn to paint fall florals with artist Janelle Martinez-Cruz using gouache, a French opaque watercolor that can be used for multiple types of painting styles. All materials will be provided. Janelle Martinez-Cruz is a Cuban-Puerto Rican artist and designer based in Atlanta. She specializes in graph... [click here for more]
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Wednesday September 10, 2025 06:30 PM EDT
Atlanta Botanical Garden Cost: $30 – $35
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Discover how to create a thriving, self-sustaining garden—no matter your climate, budget, or experience level. This three-part workshop explores the three pillars of regenerative landscaping through real-life case studies and practical techniques rooted in permaculture. 

You’ll learn how to: 

Supp... [click here for more]
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Thursday September 11, 2025 09:00 AM EDT
Atlanta Botanical Garden Cost: $26.95/weekdays, $29.95/weekend, members free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
About the Exhibition Enchanted Trees by Poetic Kinetics marks the return of the artists behind the Garden’s 2021 exhibition of a signature rainbow-hued “Skynet” billowing above the Canopy Walk. The 10 sculptures will be scattered throughout the Garden, drawing onlookers with their dazzling acry... [click here for more]
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Thursday September 11, 2025 10:00 AM EDT
Atlanta Botanical Garden Cost: Free with garden admission
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Get ready to wiggle and warble! Join us for songs and dances inspired by the beautiful outdoors. 

Dates: Thursdays, March – Oct. Time: 10 & 10:45 a.m.

Suggested ages: 2 – 5 years. Weather permitting. We will cancel if rain or inclement weather makes outdoor programming impractical. To check the stat... [click here for more]
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Thursday September 11, 2025 05:00 PM EDT
Atlanta Botanical Garden Cost: Free with Garden Admission
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
The Garden’s popular after-hours event returns with new activities in celebration of Alice’s Wonderland and Enchanted Trees by Poetic Kinetics. Every Thursday through Sept. 11, 5 – 9 p.m., purchase specialty cocktails, enjoy live music, and more while exploring the exhibition dramatically lighted at... [click here for more]
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Friday September 12, 2025 09:00 AM EDT
Atlanta Botanical Garden Cost: $26.95/weekdays, $29.95/weekend, members free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
About the Exhibition Enchanted Trees by Poetic Kinetics marks the return of the artists behind the Garden’s 2021 exhibition of a signature rainbow-hued “Skynet” billowing above the Canopy Walk. The 10 sculptures will be scattered throughout the Garden, drawing onlookers with their dazzling acry... [click here for more]
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Friday September 12, 2025 10:00 AM EDT
Atlanta Botanical Garden Cost: Free with garden admission
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Enjoy a variety of live performances by some of Atlanta’s most beloved children’s musicians and storytellers in this engaging series. Shows take place Fridays, May through September at 10 and 10:45 a.m.   Explore Chinese dance with Hwee-Eng Lee and Kerry Lee, the directors of the Atlanta Chinese Dan... [click here for more]
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Saturday September 13, 2025 09:00 AM EDT
Atlanta Botanical Garden Cost: $26.95/weekdays, $29.95/weekend, members free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
About the Exhibition Enchanted Trees by Poetic Kinetics marks the return of the artists behind the Garden’s 2021 exhibition of a signature rainbow-hued “Skynet” billowing above the Canopy Walk. The 10 sculptures will be scattered throughout the Garden, drawing onlookers with their dazzling acry... [click here for more]
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Wednesday September 10, 2025 10:30 AM EDT
Atlanta Botanical Garden Cost: free with garden admission
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Each week in the Children’s Garden, expert horticulturists feature a kid-friendly gardening activity, like seed planting, watering or harvesting, both to keep our Garden beautiful and connect our youngest guests with nature.

Schedule: Wednesdays, March – September Time: 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Fee: Free ... [click here for more]
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Wednesday September 10, 2025 10:00 AM EDT
Atlanta Botanical Garden Cost: Free with garden admission
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Nature-inspired stories come to life as our educators read about bees, flowers, butterflies and other garden friends. Join us for Storybook Time led by Ms. Ally where little ones can hear and engage with reading and interactive storytelling. 

Suggested ages: 1 – 4 years

Dates: Wednesdays, March – Oc... [click here for more]
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Wednesday September 10, 2025 08:00 AM EDT
Atlanta Botanical Garden Cost: $26.95/weekdays, $29.95/weekend, members free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
About the Exhibition Enchanted Trees by Poetic Kinetics marks the return of the artists behind the Garden’s 2021 exhibition of a signature rainbow-hued “Skynet” billowing above the Canopy Walk. The 10 sculptures will be scattered throughout the Garden, drawing onlookers with their dazzling acry... [click here for more]
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Tuesday September 9, 2025 07:00 PM EDT
Atlanta Botanical Garden Cost: Free and open to public
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
We often recognize agency, decision making, and communication from a distinctly human perspective. However, when we examine the world of plant life, we can see that they too possess these qualities in ways that aren’t always apparent to human centric sensibilities. Through the invitation to consider... [click here for more]
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Tuesday September 9, 2025 06:30 PM EDT
Atlanta Botanical Garden Cost: $150.00
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Learn as Chef Hector Santiago from El Super Pan and La Metro prepares a four-part menu with wines to enhance the flavors of seasonal and local produce in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen. Registration opens to the public on April 7 via the Outdoor Kitchen phone line. Registrations are processed in ... [click here for more]
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Tuesday September 9, 2025 10:00 AM EDT
Atlanta Botanical Garden Cost: Free with Garden Admission
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Introduce your little one to the joys of nature! Join us for fun activities that will stimulate your child’s interest in the natural world. With a new theme each month and activities that engage the senses and spark creativity, Garden Playtime is an enjoyable and enriching activity for families thro... [click here for more]
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Sunday September 7, 2025 11:30 AM EDT
Atlanta Botanical Garden Cost: Free with Garden Admission
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Select Saturdays and Sundays at 11:30 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. during Spring, Summer and Fall. In the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen, the Garden Chef Demos showcase fresh seasonal fruits, vegetables and herbs in simple and mouthwatering recipes. Be inspired to try something new the next time you cook. For ... [click here for more]
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Saturday September 6, 2025 10:15 AM EDT
Atlanta Botanical Garden Cost: $139 (Member $129)
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Learn this ancient Chinese martial art, designed to increase flexibility and balance. 

Dates:: Saturdays, September 6 – November 8  Time: 10:15 – 11:15 a.m. Fee: $139 (Member $129) Registration Deadline: September 2  Instructor: Mali Harrell

Note: Registration for the intermediate tai chi class is b... [click here for more]
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Saturday September 6, 2025 10:00 AM EDT
Atlanta Botanical Garden Cost: $85 – $90
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Reconnect with your senses and the present moment through Chef Naina Bhedwar’s unique conscious cooking practices. Class begins with a presentation of concepts that are then applied in the kitchen together for the second portion of the class. An interactive stroll through the Edible Garden enhances ... [click here for more]
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Saturday September 6, 2025 10:00 AM EDT
Atlanta Botanical Garden Cost: free with admission
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Saturdays at 10 a.m.: Drop by the Fuqua Conservatory lobby to watch the frogs jump into action when presented with their meals. An amphibian specialist will share fun facts and answer questions about these captivating creatures. Public frog feedings allow visitors to observe one of the most interest... [click here for more]
1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
(404) 876-5859

Midtown (neighborhood)

Tourist Attractions, Park
Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
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