Atlanta Botanical Garden
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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.
Drop-In Garden Tours
Thursday April 30, 2026 01:30 PM EDT
Atlanta Botanical Garden
Cost: Free with Garden Admission
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Enjoy a one-hour guided tour of the Garden with one of our docents, free with Garden admission.
Schedule: Tuesday – Friday Location: Meet inside the Hardin Visitor Center. Time: Feb. 17 – May 29, 1:30 p.m. | June 2 – Aug. 28, 10:30 a.m. | Sept. 1 – Dec. 18, 1:30 p.m.
Please note: Tours begin earlier... [click here for more]Shows for Seedlings: Interactive Songs and Stories with Michael Levine
Friday May 1, 2026 10:00 AM EDT
Atlanta Botanical Garden
Cost: Free
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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.
Renowned artist Michael Levine shares his music and storytelling inspiration with children as t...
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Drop-In Kids Gardening Activity
Friday May 1, 2026 10:30 AM EDT
Atlanta Botanical Garden
Cost: Free with Garden Admission
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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, May – September Time: 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Fee: Free wi... [click here for more]Drop-In Garden Tours
Friday May 1, 2026 01:30 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 one-hour guided tour of the Garden with one of our docents, free with Garden admission.
Schedule: Tuesday – Friday Location: Meet inside the Hardin Visitor Center. Time: Feb. 17 – May 29, 1:30 p.m. | June 2 – Aug. 28, 10:30 a.m. | Sept. 1 – Dec. 18, 1:30 p.m.
Please note: Tours begin earlier... [click here for more]Container Gardening
Saturday May 2, 2026 10:00 AM EDT
Atlanta Botanical Garden
Cost: $40 – $45
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Explore container gardening basics: plant selection, soil types, and choosing appropriate containers. Learn the annuals, perennials, trees and shrubs that do well in pots. Learn container garden design principles and plant combinations for year-round appeal. Participants will create their own contai...
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Garden Smarter Not Harder: Low-Maintenance Gardening
Saturday May 2, 2026 10:00 AM EDT
Atlanta Botanical Garden
Cost: $35 – $40
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Tired of your boring lawn but worried starting a garden is too difficult or time-intensive? Shift your gardening paradigm from labor to leisure by learning both time-tested and cutting-edge gardening principles and planting strategies. This class covers plant selection, installation tips and mainten...
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Exploring Plants and Texture through Printmaking
Saturday May 2, 2026 10:00 AM EDT
Atlanta Botanical Garden
Cost: $45 – $50
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This workshop will allow us time to observe up close details of a variety of plants and to use their natural texture for printmaking. We’ll warm up with some plant-inspired blind contour drawing. Afterwards, we’ll learn basic printmaking techniques. We’ll explore some composition options and a varie...
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Garden Chef Demos: Jacob Rich
Saturday May 2, 2026 11:30 AM EDT
Atlanta Botanical Garden
Cost: Free with Garden Admission
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Select Saturdays 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 fresh inspir...
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Drop-In Garden Tours
Tuesday May 5, 2026 01:30 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.
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Enjoy a one-hour guided tour of the Garden with one of our docents, free with Garden admission.
Schedule: Tuesday – Friday Location: Meet inside the Hardin Visitor Center. Time: Feb. 17 – May 29, 1:30 p.m. | June 2 – Aug. 28, 10:30 a.m. | Sept. 1 – Dec. 18, 1:30 p.m.
Please note: Tours begin earlier... [click here for more]Niki in the Garden: Contributing and above Member Preview
Tuesday May 5, 2026 06:00 PM EDT
Atlanta Botanical Garden
Cost: Members Only
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Contributing members and above are invited to experience the long-awaited return of Niki in the Garden before it opens to the public. Enjoy live music, imaginative crafts and activities for all ages, and tasty treats alongside 41 of these colorful and iconic sculptures!
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Fresh Plates Dinner: Christan Willis
Wednesday April 29, 2026 06:30 PM EDT
Atlanta Botanical Garden
Cost: $95 – $100
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Enjoy a fun evening dining, sipping and learning as Chef Christan Willis, Personal Chef and Media Personality prepares a four-part small plate menu. Learn new recipes and taste freshly prepared courses and wine.
Schedule: Wednesday, April 29, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Fee: $100 (Members $95)
Deadline: One w... [click here for more]Drop-In Garden Tours
Wednesday April 29, 2026 01:30 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 one-hour guided tour of the Garden with one of our docents, free with Garden admission.
Schedule: Tuesday – Friday Location: Meet inside the Hardin Visitor Center. Time: Feb. 17 – May 29, 1:30 p.m. | June 2 – Aug. 28, 10:30 a.m. | Sept. 1 – Dec. 18, 1:30 p.m.
Please note: Tours begin earlier... [click here for more]Storybook Time
Wednesday April 29, 2026 10:00 AM EDT
Atlanta Botanical Garden
Cost: Free with Garden Membership (free-$29.95) or Admission; no show reservations are required
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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Nature-inspired stories come to life during Storybook Time with Ms. Ally, where little ones hear, engage, and interact with stories 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 interactiv...
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Alston Lecture: Garden for Wildlife
Tuesday April 28, 2026 07:00 PM EDT
Atlanta Botanical Garden
Cost: Free
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Naturalist David Mizejewski shares how to create a beautiful garden or landscape that fits into the local ecosystem and supports birds, butterflies, bees and a whole host of other wonderful wildlife neighbors. David will discuss native plants, the four components of habitat, and sustainable gardenin...
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Well-Seasoned Chef Dinner: Ron Hsu
Tuesday April 28, 2026 06:30 PM EDT
Atlanta Botanical Garden
Cost: $150
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Join Chef Ron Hsu from Lazy Betty for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Schedule: Select Tuesdays, April – October, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Fee: $150 per person ($840 any six dinners) Registration: Call 404-876-5859 ext. 2559 Join the Waitlist See the Full Schedule
Abou... [click here for more]Drop-In Garden Tours
Tuesday April 28, 2026 01:30 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 one-hour guided tour of the Garden with one of our docents, free with Garden admission.
Schedule: Tuesday – Friday Location: Meet inside the Hardin Visitor Center. Time: Feb. 17 – May 29, 1:30 p.m. | June 2 – Aug. 28, 10:30 a.m. | Sept. 1 – Dec. 18, 1:30 p.m.
Please note: Tours begin earlier... [click here for more]Intermediate Drawing in Colored Pencil
Tuesday April 28, 2026 10:00 AM EDT
Atlanta Botanical Garden
Cost: $220 – $230
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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Build on Intro to Drawing in Colored Pencil with the colors of the tropical world. Large drawings emphasize contours and focal points of detail. Students bring their own live plants to draw. This is part of the Botanical Drawing Program.
Dates: Tuesdays, April 28 – May 26
Time: 10 a.m.- 1p.m. OR 6 ... [click here for more]Spring Brunch in the Garden
Saturday April 25, 2026 11:00 AM EDT
Atlanta Botanical Garden
Cost: $80 – $85
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Join Chef Mason Bostwick from 5Church Buckhead as he takes you on a seasonal culinary journey. Brunch features four recipes drawing from the 5Church brunch menu along with coffee, tea and your choice of featured cocktails to complement the meal. Interact with the team as they demonstrate and prepare...
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Frog Feeding
Saturday April 25, 2026 10:00 AM EDT
Atlanta Botanical Garden
Cost: free with admission
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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...
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Edible Gardening: Seed Starting for Spring and Summer
Saturday April 25, 2026 10:00 AM EDT
Atlanta Botanical Garden
Cost: $35 – $40
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Get your vegetable garden producing for the upcoming growing season. Learn beginner information on selecting and mixing soil, building out beds, and transplanting seedlings.
Date: Saturday, April 25 Time: 10 a.m. – noon Fee: $40 ($35 Member) Registration Deadline: April 21
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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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