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June 2025
Water Wonders Camp | Ages 5 – 8
(Week1) June 9 – 13 | 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. (Week 4) July 7 – 11| 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Splash into a week of watery fun and aquatic science! Campers will engage in water play and learn about how plants, animals, and humans play a role in Earth’s most crucial cycle. Participants […]
Water Warriors Camp | Ages 9 – 11
(Week 1) June 9 – 13 | 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. (Week 4) July 7 – 11 | 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Water Warriors will explore and engage with our living replica of San Antonio’s watershed at the Garden. Campers will gain a comprehensive understanding of water conservation through games and various engineering […]
Junior Cooking Camp (Ages 8-12)
(Week 1) June 9 – 13 | 12:30 – 4:00 p.m. (Week 2) June 16 – 20 | 12:30 – 4:00 p.m. (Week 4) July 7 – 11 | 12:30 – 4:00 p.m. (Week 6) July 21 – 25 | 12:30 – 4:00 p.m. Let’s get cooking at the Botanical Garden! This culinary camp focuses […]
Mural Magic: Art Camp (Ages 5 – 7)
(Week 1) June 9 – 13 | 12:30 – 4:00 p.m. (Week 2) June 16 – 20 | 12:30 – 4:00 p.m. (Week 3) June 23 – June 27 | 12:30 – 4:00 p.m. (Week 4) July 7 – 11 | 12:30 – 4:00 p.m. (Week 5) July 14 – 18 | 12:30 – 4:00 […]
Little Sprouts Hike
Tuesdays, March 4 – November 18, 2025 | 10 – 10:30 a.m. Each weekly Little Sprouts Hike features a different nature-based lesson designed to inspire a love and appreciation of the natural world. All hikes begin at the Garden Gift Shop. Some trails are unpaved, so all-terrain strollers are recommended. Recommended for Early Childhood, ages […]
Drop-in Guided Tour: Native Plants in the Garden
Weekly on Wednesdays in May | 10 – 11 a.m. Weekly on Wednesdays in June | 9 – 10 a.m. Explore native plants on the Texas Native Trails and throughout the Garden. Learn how native plants conserve water and adapt to their local environment. And learn how to grow these resilient plants in your home garden. […]
Nature Exploration in the Family Adventure Garden
Wednesdays & Saturdays | March 5 – November 22, 2025 | 10 – 10:30 a.m. Each weekly Nature Exploration features a different nature-play activity designed to inspire a love of nature while engaging in sensory experiences outdoors. Explorations begin at the lawn near Prickly Pear Pavilion in the Family Adventure Garden just past the entrance […]
Garden Nights Summer Series
Now Wednesdays & Sundays Through August | 5 – 8 p.m. Garden Nights take place every Wednesday and Sunday through August with extended evening hours. Guests can splash in the Greehey Family Foundation No Name Creek. Dogs are welcome! Fee: Free with Admission or Membership. Dog Guidelines All dogs on-site must be current with appropriate […]
Drop-In Guided Tour: Reflections of Nature
Weekly on Thursdays in June – July| 9 – 10 a.m. Saturday, June 14, 2025 | 9 – 10 a.m. Saturday, July 19, 2025 | 9 – 10 a.m. Experience the magic of unique, large-scale murals in the Garden during this guided tour. This one-of-a-kind exhibition explores the relationships between nature and humankind with themes […]
Storytime in the Garden
Thursdays, March 6 – November 20, 2025 | 10 – 10:30 a.m. Each weekly Storytime in the Garden session features different nature themed books designed to stimulate young minds and foster an appreciation for the great outdoors. Families are welcome to bring a blanket to sit on during story time. Recommended for Early Childhood, ages […]
Floral Bouquet Workshop
Thursday, June 12, 2025 | 6 – 7:30 p.m. In this summer floral arranging workshop, guests will learn the techniques to create bright and refreshing summer bouquets from start to finish. Each guest will be provided with a vase and a selection of vibrant flowers to choose from. Tips and techniques to care for the […]
Carnivorous Plant Celebration
Friday, June 13th, 2025 | 5:30 – 10:30 p.m. Spend an unforgettable evening exploring the strange and spectacular world of carnivorous plants! From hands-on shopping at our plant sale to an engaging lecture by a renowned botanist, and a cult classic movie under the stars, this event offers something for plant lovers, science enthusiasts, and […]
Garden Run Club
Saturdays, March 15 – July 26, 2025 | 7 – 8 a.m. Enjoy the morning while running through the Garden’s beautiful 38-acres! Participants will experience the Garden before public hours while following a marked one-mile route. All fitness levels are welcome and encouraged to bring their own water. Happy trails! Fee: Free with Garden admission […]
Drop-In Guided Tour: Reflections of Nature
Weekly on Thursdays in June – July| 9 – 10 a.m. Saturday, June 14, 2025 | 9 – 10 a.m. Saturday, July 19, 2025 | 9 – 10 a.m. Experience the magic of unique, large-scale murals in the Garden during this guided tour. This one-of-a-kind exhibition explores the relationships between nature and humankind with themes […]
Nature Exploration in the Family Adventure Garden
Wednesdays & Saturdays | March 5 – November 22, 2025 | 10 – 10:30 a.m. Each weekly Nature Exploration features a different nature-play activity designed to inspire a love of nature while engaging in sensory experiences outdoors. Explorations begin at the lawn near Prickly Pear Pavilion in the Family Adventure Garden just past the entrance […]
Meditation in the Garden
Second and Fourth Saturdays, January – June | 10 – 11 a.m Practice presence in nature through this secular, guided meditation session. Learn to calm the mind and relax the body to promote a healthier, more productive life. All levels are welcome; participants are welcome to bring their own cushions to sit on; ages 16+. […]
Garden Mapping Workshop
Saturday, June 14, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Learn how to draw your own map of the San Antonio Botanical Garden with Texan cartographer Emma Schmidt! In this workshop you will spend time walking the Garden gathering inspiration and be led through Map Making 101 (no experience required!). All materials will be provided, […]
Chair Yoga with Lara
Saturday, June 14 & 28, 2025 | 10 – 11 a.m. Begin your weekend with a gentle chair yoga class in our indoor classroom. This class focuses on gentle movements, breathing techniques, and meditation to promote flexibility, strength, balance, and stress reduction. Bring a water bottle and enjoy a relaxing session taught by Lara Ortiz. […]
Writing and Mindfulness Class
Embrace your creative mind and connect with your inner voice through guided writing prompts and mindfulness practices. Engaging the creative mind provides therapeutic benefits such as feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. All levels of writing are welcome. Fee: Free with Garden admission and membership. Member tickets will be discounted at checkout. Limited space. Instructor: Marcy Westcott, […]
Botany of Carnivorous Plants
Saturday, June 14, 2025 | 1 – 2 p.m. Creep into the strange and captivating world of carnivorous plants in this botany-focused class! We will explore the unique adaptations that allow these plants to trap, digest, and derive nutrients from insects or other organisms. We will investigate their evolutionary history, ecological roles, and the various […]
Garden Nights Summer Series
Now Wednesdays & Sundays Through August | 5 – 8 p.m. Garden Nights take place every Wednesday and Sunday through August with extended evening hours. Guests can splash in the Greehey Family Foundation No Name Creek. Dogs are welcome! Fee: Free with Admission or Membership. Dog Guidelines All dogs on-site must be current with appropriate […]
Forest Friends Camp | Ages 5-8
(Week 2) June 16 – 20 | 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. (Week 5) July 14 – 18 | 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Join us for Forest Friends Camp at the Garden, where campers will dive into the amazing world of trees! From towering giants to tiny saplings, kids will explore the diversity of […]
Junior Arborist Camp | Ages 9-11
(Week 2) June 16 – 20 | 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. (Week 5) July 14 – 18 | 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Calling all aspiring arborists! Campers will get to delve deeper into the science and wonder of trees through different activities such as learning how to create leaf ID sheets, investigating microorganisms […]
Junior Cooking Camp (Ages 8-12)
(Week 1) June 9 – 13 | 12:30 – 4:00 p.m. (Week 2) June 16 – 20 | 12:30 – 4:00 p.m. (Week 4) July 7 – 11 | 12:30 – 4:00 p.m. (Week 6) July 21 – 25 | 12:30 – 4:00 p.m. Let’s get cooking at the Botanical Garden! This culinary camp focuses […]
Mural Magic: Art Camp (Ages 5 – 7)
(Week 1) June 9 – 13 | 12:30 – 4:00 p.m. (Week 2) June 16 – 20 | 12:30 – 4:00 p.m. (Week 3) June 23 – June 27 | 12:30 – 4:00 p.m. (Week 4) July 7 – 11 | 12:30 – 4:00 p.m. (Week 5) July 14 – 18 | 12:30 – 4:00 […]
Little Sprouts Hike
Tuesdays, March 4 – November 18, 2025 | 10 – 10:30 a.m. Each weekly Little Sprouts Hike features a different nature-based lesson designed to inspire a love and appreciation of the natural world. All hikes begin at the Garden Gift Shop. Some trails are unpaved, so all-terrain strollers are recommended. Recommended for Early Childhood, ages […]
Sketching in the Garden
First and third Wednesdays, April and May | 9 – 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 4 & 18 | 9 – 10:30 a.m. Explore the Garden through drawing. In this class, participants will focus on capturing the beauty of the San Antonio Botanical Garden through sketching. Emphasis will be on observing and drawing plant details like […]
Drop-in Guided Tour: Native Plants in the Garden
Weekly on Wednesdays in May | 10 – 11 a.m. Weekly on Wednesdays in June | 9 – 10 a.m. Explore native plants on the Texas Native Trails and throughout the Garden. Learn how native plants conserve water and adapt to their local environment. And learn how to grow these resilient plants in your home garden. […]
Nature Exploration in the Family Adventure Garden
Wednesdays & Saturdays | March 5 – November 22, 2025 | 10 – 10:30 a.m. Each weekly Nature Exploration features a different nature-play activity designed to inspire a love of nature while engaging in sensory experiences outdoors. Explorations begin at the lawn near Prickly Pear Pavilion in the Family Adventure Garden just past the entrance […]
Garden Nights Summer Series
Now Wednesdays & Sundays Through August | 5 – 8 p.m. Garden Nights take place every Wednesday and Sunday through August with extended evening hours. Guests can splash in the Greehey Family Foundation No Name Creek. Dogs are welcome! Fee: Free with Admission or Membership. Dog Guidelines All dogs on-site must be current with appropriate […]
Drop-In Guided Tour: Reflections of Nature
Weekly on Thursdays in June – July| 9 – 10 a.m. Saturday, June 14, 2025 | 9 – 10 a.m. Saturday, July 19, 2025 | 9 – 10 a.m. Experience the magic of unique, large-scale murals in the Garden during this guided tour. This one-of-a-kind exhibition explores the relationships between nature and humankind with themes […]
Storytime in the Garden
Thursdays, March 6 – November 20, 2025 | 10 – 10:30 a.m. Each weekly Storytime in the Garden session features different nature themed books designed to stimulate young minds and foster an appreciation for the great outdoors. Families are welcome to bring a blanket to sit on during story time. Recommended for Early Childhood, ages […]
Under the Shade Trees with Zach
Thursday, June 19, 2025 | 6 – 7:30 p.m. Relax from the hot summer weather under the shade trees with Zach Ritchie. From giant Burr Oaks to the Canby Oak, learn the basics of shade-tolerant gardening using Texas native plants in San Antonio. Stay cool and conserve water with the power of native drought-tolerant shade […]
Hot Hot Heat: Chili Pepper Lecture and Light Bites
Thursday, June 19, 2025 | 6 – 7 p.m. Come join the culinary team to learn about one of summer’s most famous fruits! In this lecture, we’ll be talking all about Chili peppers- their history, botany and cultivation as well as sampling a delicious Mango Jalapeño Sorbet. We’ll take a tour of the peppers around […]
Member Exclusive Coffee and Chat
Members are invited to the exclusive monthly event where they can enjoy complimentary coffee and hear from a guest speaker. Each event will allow for members to mix and mingle while also learning new and fun things about the Garden. This event occurs every third Friday of the month from 10 am till 11 am. […]
Garden Run Club
Saturdays, March 15 – July 26, 2025 | 7 – 8 a.m. Enjoy the morning while running through the Garden’s beautiful 38-acres! Participants will experience the Garden before public hours while following a marked one-mile route. All fitness levels are welcome and encouraged to bring their own water. Happy trails! Fee: Free with Garden admission […]
Nature Exploration in the Family Adventure Garden
Wednesdays & Saturdays | March 5 – November 22, 2025 | 10 – 10:30 a.m. Each weekly Nature Exploration features a different nature-play activity designed to inspire a love of nature while engaging in sensory experiences outdoors. Explorations begin at the lawn near Prickly Pear Pavilion in the Family Adventure Garden just past the entrance […]
Make Music San Antonio
Saturday, June 21 | 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. Free Admission – Pre-Registration Required Make Music San Antonio returns to the Garden for a full day of sound and celebration. Inspired by France’s “Fête de la Musique,” this global event unites more than 750 cities in a worldwide musical celebration on the summer solstice. Join […]
Zen Collage in the Garden
Sunday, June 22, 2025 | 1 – 3 p.m. Take a break and enjoy a relaxing collage-making workshop inspired by the beauty of the Garden. In this serene, hands-on class, you’ll design two kinds of collages using a curated selection of papers, colors, and botanical imagery. This class offers a quiet, creative space to experiment […]
Garden Nights Summer Series
Now Wednesdays & Sundays Through August | 5 – 8 p.m. Garden Nights take place every Wednesday and Sunday through August with extended evening hours. Guests can splash in the Greehey Family Foundation No Name Creek. Dogs are welcome! Fee: Free with Admission or Membership. Dog Guidelines All dogs on-site must be current with appropriate […]
Outdoor Adventure Camp | Ages 5 – 8
(Week 3) June 23 – June 27 | 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. (Week 6) July 21 – July 25 | 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Get ready to explore the great outdoors! Campers will spend the mornings learning, observing, and identifying connections between plants and animals through a balance of nature play and science-based […]
Junior Conservationist Camp (Ages 9 – 11)
(Week 3) June 23 – June 27 | 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. (Week 6) July 21 – 25 | 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Future Conservationists will explore the wonders of the Garden’s diverse landscapes that represent the varying ecoregions of Texas! Campers will hike through Texas Native Trails, discover hidden wildlife habitats, and […]
Teen Cooking Camp (Ages 13-17)
(Week 3) June 23 – 27 | 12:30 – 4:00 p.m. (Week 5) July 14 – 18 | 12:30 – 4:00 p.m. Let’s get cooking at the Botanical Garden! This culinary camp focuses on crafting elevated vegetarian dishes including veggie sushi, charcuterie, and focaccia bread. The end of the week includes a “garden mystery basket” […]
Mural Magic: Art Camp (Ages 5 – 7)
(Week 1) June 9 – 13 | 12:30 – 4:00 p.m. (Week 2) June 16 – 20 | 12:30 – 4:00 p.m. (Week 3) June 23 – June 27 | 12:30 – 4:00 p.m. (Week 4) July 7 – 11 | 12:30 – 4:00 p.m. (Week 5) July 14 – 18 | 12:30 – 4:00 […]
Little Sprouts Hike
Tuesdays, March 4 – November 18, 2025 | 10 – 10:30 a.m. Each weekly Little Sprouts Hike features a different nature-based lesson designed to inspire a love and appreciation of the natural world. All hikes begin at the Garden Gift Shop. Some trails are unpaved, so all-terrain strollers are recommended. Recommended for Early Childhood, ages […]
Drop-in Guided Tour: Native Plants in the Garden
Weekly on Wednesdays in May | 10 – 11 a.m. Weekly on Wednesdays in June | 9 – 10 a.m. Explore native plants on the Texas Native Trails and throughout the Garden. Learn how native plants conserve water and adapt to their local environment. And learn how to grow these resilient plants in your home garden. […]
Nature Exploration in the Family Adventure Garden
Wednesdays & Saturdays | March 5 – November 22, 2025 | 10 – 10:30 a.m. Each weekly Nature Exploration features a different nature-play activity designed to inspire a love of nature while engaging in sensory experiences outdoors. Explorations begin at the lawn near Prickly Pear Pavilion in the Family Adventure Garden just past the entrance […]
Garden Nights Summer Series
Now Wednesdays & Sundays Through August | 5 – 8 p.m. Garden Nights take place every Wednesday and Sunday through August with extended evening hours. Guests can splash in the Greehey Family Foundation No Name Creek. Dogs are welcome! Fee: Free with Admission or Membership. Dog Guidelines All dogs on-site must be current with appropriate […]
Drop-In Guided Tour: Reflections of Nature
Weekly on Thursdays in June – July| 9 – 10 a.m. Saturday, June 14, 2025 | 9 – 10 a.m. Saturday, July 19, 2025 | 9 – 10 a.m. Experience the magic of unique, large-scale murals in the Garden during this guided tour. This one-of-a-kind exhibition explores the relationships between nature and humankind with themes […]
Storytime in the Garden
Thursdays, March 6 – November 20, 2025 | 10 – 10:30 a.m. Each weekly Storytime in the Garden session features different nature themed books designed to stimulate young minds and foster an appreciation for the great outdoors. Families are welcome to bring a blanket to sit on during story time. Recommended for Early Childhood, ages […]
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