Botanic Gardens News

On November 7, 2026 from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm the UCR Botanic Gardens will host an outreach event where curated items from local artisans will be for sale. NOTE: Vendor applications are now accepted until June 30, 2026! Come...

Join us in July and/or August for a docent-led after-hours Twilight Tour of the Botanic Gardens. These tours are an opportunity to enjoy the Gardens in the cool of early evening as the sun is setting and wildlife is beginning...

Every November the UCR Botanic Gardens hosts Art in the Gardens where curated items from local artisans are offered for sale. Vendor applications are now accepted online until 6/30/2026.

Save the dates! Plant Pop-up Shops (credit card sales only) are scheduled on: 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 a...

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 -...

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...

The UCR Botanic Gardens has numerous registered volunteers who make upkeep and improvements to our Gardens possible and assist with many other activities. Volunteers are actively engaged and indispensable to the Gardens in the following areas: Horticulture and Landscape (weeding...

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...