Events & Exhibitions
Life in Full Bloom
From classes and special events to art installations and new plants, life is always in full bloom at the Garden. Take a look at what’s coming up!
Upcoming Events
November 2025
Celebrate Community!
Saturday, November 8, 2025 | 9 am – 1 pm Join us at the San Antonio Botanical Garden for a celebration of our local community. Bring family and friends to learn all about organizations that make a big impact on our city and enjoy collaborative, hands-on activities and live music. Celebrate Community is one of […]
Ellie Selig Distinguished Garden Design Lecture: A Tree, a Wall, and a Chair + a Little Water
Thursday, November 13, 2025 | 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Wine reception at 6:00 pm, lecture from 6:30 – 7:30 pm Renowned landscape architect Steve Martino brings the desert to life. He pioneered a bold aesthetic that celebrates native plants and sustainable design. In his talk, A Tree, a Wall, and a Chair + a […]
Member Exclusive Coffee and ChatRepeating Event
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. […]
December 2025
Sensory-Friendly Night at Illuminate
Wednesday, December 3, 2025 Celebrate the holiday season with family at the San Antonio Botanical Garden’s glowing winter light trail, Illuminate. This unique evening experience showcases mesmerizing, handcrafted lanterns throughout our beautiful Garden. For this night only, ticket holders who pick timed entry between 5:30pm – 7pm have the choice to enjoy the trail without […]
2025 Member Exclusive Santa Photos
Saturday, December 6 | 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. Capture the magic of the holiday season with our Member Exclusive photos with Santa Claus. Our photographer will take your photo, and you’ll receive digital copies in 5-7 business days. Reindeer Games: While you wait, enjoy fun activities, including reindeer games, crafts, letter writing, and holiday […]
Family Night at Illuminate
Friday, December 12, 2025 Celebrate the holiday season with family at the San Antonio Botanical Garden’s glowing winter light trail, Illuminate. This unique evening experience showcases mesmerizing, handcrafted lanterns throughout our beautiful Garden. This night only, enjoy interactive holiday-themed stations led by education staff on Greehey Lawn at the end of the light trail. Some of […]
Ugly Christmas Sweater Night
Wednesday, December 24, 2025 Celebrate the season in your most festive attire during Illuminate at the San Antonio Botanical Garden. Tonight only, show off your best ugly Christmas sweater as you wander through the dazzling winter light trail. Fee: Included with the purchase of an Illuminate 2025 ticket. Parking: Rideshare and drop-off highly encouraged. Free, […]
All the Glitters Night
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 Celebrate the final night of the year at the San Antonio Botanical Garden’s glowing winter light trail, Illuminate. This special evening invites guests to dress in their most sparkly attire and enjoy a night that truly shines. Experience the beauty of the Garden aglow as you welcome the New Year with […]
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