The Botanic Gardens will host a bird walk tour on Saturday, May 9, 2026 from 7 - 10 am (arrive by 6:50 am). The bird walk tour is open to all levels of birders, from beginner to expert, and is...

Join us for Origami with Michelle, a free hands-on lesson where you can learn the delicate art of paper folding surrounded by the beauty of nature. Look for Michelle near the entrance of the Gardens on Monday mornings, 9am -...

Save the dates! Plant Pop-up Shops (cashless) are scheduled on: March 15th, May 3rd, June 21st, October 4th, and November 7th along with Art in the Gardens. Friends members enjoy a 10% discount on plants at Pop-up Shops. Not yet...

Our free community event, Storytime in the Gardens, is held on the 1st Sunday of the month from 10:00 - 10:30 am, January - October. Look for our docents in Alder Canyon or the Meeting Room who are eager to...

For cashless purchase of UCR Botanic Gardens branded merchandise please click Pay Online on the website. Please allow 3 days between ordering and in-person pickup. In person pick up: BG Entrance Thursdays 9am-12pm and 1st & 3rd Sundays 9am-12pm. Contact...

As a token of our appreciation, members please join us in the Gardens on April 19, 2026 from 11 am - 1 pm for coffee and a succulent planting activity. No registration is required, but spots are limited. Not a...

UCRBG Membership Benefits (Student $20 and Individual $50) include: Free Admission Discounted Gardens educational events Member only events with priority registration 10% discount on plants at Pop Up Shops Receipt of our eNews and quarterly digital UCRBG Newsletter 10% discount...

Join Master Gardener Docents in the Butterfly Garden to learn about Gardening for Butterflies including the life cycle of butterflies and which plants to choose to attract butterflies. Stop by April - October, 1st & 3rd Sundays, between 9am and...