Our Programs

See all upcoming happenings at the Garden on our Program Calendar.

San Diego Botanic Garden operates according to current County and State guidelines. In accordance with guidance from the County of San Diego and the California Department of Public Health, SDBG encourages visitors to wear masks indoors.

Don’t miss another class, tour, or activity! Sign up for our monthly Adult Programs newsletter or monthly Children’s Activities newsletter today.

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03/22 – Smartphone Photography in the Garden

Wednesday March 22, 10am-1:00pm Come join Sandy Zelasko of Sandra Lee Photography to learn how to use your smartphone to create striking garden images. This immersive program in the Garden will help you “see” your subject with a skilled photographer’s...

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03/23 – Succulent Turtle Topiary

Thursday March 23, 10-12pm Our SDBG Succulent Wreath Team will help you create your own turtle topiary table decoration with a variety of succulent cuttings from the Garden. All materials are provided. Class format: In person, outdoors Cost: Members $48,...

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03/24 – Science Seminar Series

Friday March 24, 2-3:00pm Join us each month as we highlight San Diego Botanic Garden’s commitment to and support of current plant-based research. This month we will feature Rachel Sadowski,  SDBG's Conservation Specialist II, as she explores how SDBG staff...

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03/25 – Open Air Yoga

Saturday March 4, 18, and 25, 9-10am Breathe in fresh air while being surrounded by lush gardens. Immerse your senses in the sights, smells, and sounds of nature. Leave restored and rejuvenated after gently moving your body. Bring your own...

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04/01 – Open Air Yoga

Saturday April 1, 8, 22, and 29, 9-10am Breathe in fresh air while being surrounded by lush gardens. Immerse your senses in the sights, smells, and sounds of nature. Leave restored and rejuvenated after gently moving your body. Bring your...

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04/08 – Open Air Yoga

Saturday April 8, 9-10am Breathe in fresh air while being surrounded by lush gardens. Immerse your senses in the sights, smells, and sounds of nature. Leave restored and rejuvenated after gently moving your body. Bring your own mat. The class...

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SAPLinGS – 1. Wednesdays

Wednesdays, 10 am -12 pm. | Special Wednesday Activities, 10-11 am. Garden Time in the Incredible Edibles Garden Please join us in the Incredible Edibles section of Hamilton Children's Garden to plant, water, weed, and all the other activities that keep...

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SAPLinGS – 2. Thursdays

Thursdays, 10 am -12 pm. | Special Thursday Activities, 10 am -12 pm. Model Trains in Seeds of Wonder Garden with Conductor James. Science, Art and PLay in Garden Spaces (SAPLinGS) Children are invited to join every Wednesday, Thursday, and...

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SAPLinGS – 3. Fridays

Fridays, 10 am -12 pm. | Special Friday Activities, 10:30-11 am. Toddler Tales & Tunes in Hamilton Children’s Garden - Grandma Kathy has been teaching and entertaining children and families at SDBG for many years. She uses puppets, bells, pompoms,...

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Adult Education

See all Adult Education in an interactive Calendar List or Calendar Grid.

Be sure to check out our Tours, including the monthly bird walk and the butterfly walk!

Don’t miss another class or tour! Sign up for our monthly Adult Programs newsletter today.

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Adult Wellness Classes

Don’t miss another class yoga, Pilates, or sound healing class! Sign up for our monthly Adult Programs newsletter today.

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Children's Activities

Free with admission. Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, 10 am -12 pm. Children are invited to join Science, Art and PLay in Garden Spaces (SAPLinGS) for learning, hands-on activities, and fun in Hamilton Children’s Garden. See the calendar for special activities each day.

Monthly Themes:

March Theme: Birding in the Garden
April Theme: Celebrate the Earth

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Guided Tours

Free with admission. Saturdays, 10:30-11:30 am; Sundays, 11 am -12 pm. Meet the volunteer tour guide in front of restrooms across from the entrance to Hamilton Children’s Garden.

The Garden also offers Adult Group Tours. Click here to learn about requesting a group tour.

 

 

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Bird Walks

Our monthly Bird Walks at San Diego Botanic Garden will resume in February 2023 following a brief hiatus in January as we prepare for another year of great activities! The first walk of the new year will be February 6. Bird Walks are free to members or with admission. Capacity is limited and advance registration is required.
2022 Annual Bird Report

Butterfly Walks

Join us for twice monthly Butterfly Walks to learn more about these beautiful insects and their close relationship with plants. Walks will be led by a garden volunteer and joined regularly by butterfly expert Dr. Michael Perry from UC San Diego and members of his lab. Walks will take place the second and fourth Mondays of the month at 10 am from June through October.