Events Calendar
On-going Events
Garden Train
We have a G-gauge model train in the garden (part of the ABC KinderGarden). The train runs on Thursdays in June, July and August from 10am to 1pm, weather permitting.
Special thanks to our friends from the Capital Area Railway Society for running the train every week.
Butterflies
Butterflies in the Garden is open each season from March 15 through April 30. For full information, see our main butterflies page: Butterflies in the Garden
Annual Spring and Summer Family Programs
View upcoming events below or download this year's full Family Programs Brochure.
Butterfly Day
Saturday, April 27, 2019 10:00 AM - Saturday, April 27, 2019 12:00 PM at 4-H Children's Gardens
Join us in celebrating another exciting season of “Butterflies in the Garden”.
Stories for Sprouts and Seedlings - May
Wednesday, May 15, 2019 10:00 AM - Wednesday, May 15, 2019 11:00 AM at 4-H Children's Gardens
This program is designed especially for young children, ages 0-4, to experience the wonders of gardening through stories and hands-on projects.
Plant Sale
Saturday, May 18, 2019 7:00 AM - Saturday, May 18, 2019 2:00 PM at Horticulture Gardens
Annual Horticulture Gardens plant sale!
Garden Geocache Event
Saturday, June 1, 2019 11:00 AM - Saturday, June 1, 2019 2:00 PM at 4-H Children's Gardens
Cache veterans and new enthusiasts are welcome at this geocaching adventure.
Stories in the Garden - June
Wednesday, June 12, 2019 7:00 PM - Wednesday, June 12, 2019 8:30 PM at 4-H Children's Gardens
Teens will be reading stories to younger children - a magical time of fun and learning. Great for kids from 0 to 100!
Stories for Sprouts and Seedlings - June
Wednesday, June 19, 2019 10:00 AM - Wednesday, June 19, 2019 11:00 AM at 4-H Children's Gardens
This program is designed especially for young children, ages 0-4, to experience the wonders of gardening through stories and hands-on projects.
Mad Hatter Tea Party
Thursday, June 20, 2019 10:00 AM - Thursday, June 20, 2019 12:00 PM at 4-H Children's Gardens
Join us for a spot of tea and cake in the garden.
Digger Day
Thursday, June 27, 2019 10:00 AM - Thursday, June 27, 2019 12:00 PM at 4-H Children's Gardens
Come to the garden and explore the world of diggers.
Garden Writers Workshop
Tuesday, July 9, 2019 10:00 AM - Thursday, July 11, 2019 12:00 PM at 4-H Children's Gardens
Young writers will learn about the wonderful world of writing in the garden.
Stories in the Garden - July
Wednesday, July 10, 2019 10:00 AM - Wednesday, July 10, 2019 11:30 AM at 4-H Children's Gardens
Teens will be reading stories to younger children - a magical time of fun and learning. Great for kids from 0 to 100!
Stories for Sprouts and Seedlings - July
Wednesday, July 17, 2019 10:00 AM - Wednesday, July 17, 2019 11:00 AM at 4-H Children's Gardens
This program is designed especially for young children, ages 0-4, to experience the wonders of gardening through stories and hands-on projects.
Train Day
Thursday, July 18, 2019 10:00 AM - Thursday, July 18, 2019 12:00 PM at 4-H Children's Gardens
Join us in celebrating our love for locomotives with the Capital Area Railway Society.
Water Day
Thursday, July 25, 2019 10:00 AM - Thursday, July 25, 2019 12:00 PM at 4-H Children's Gardens
Come cool off from the summer heat and have fun in the garden with water.
Bug Day
Wednesday, July 31, 2019 10:00 AM - Wednesday, July 31, 2019 12:00 PM at 4-H Children's Gardens
Join us for what has become an annual tribute to insects in the gardens.
Camp Monet
Tuesday, August 6, 2019 10:00 AM - Thursday, August 8, 2019 2:00 PM at 4-H Children's Gardens
Campers will use inspiration from the garden to make projects that involve sketching, painting, sculpting, dying, weaving and much more!
Garden Chefs from Garden to Table
Tuesday, August 13, 2019 10:00 AM - Tuesday, August 13, 2019 1:00 PM at 4-H Children's Gardens
Join us in the garden and learn all about interesting edibles and how to make delicious, easy creations for friends and family.
Stories in the Garden - August
Wednesday, August 14, 2019 7:00 PM - Wednesday, August 14, 2019 8:30 PM at 4-H Children's Gardens
Teens will be reading stories to younger children - a magical time of fun and learning. Great for kids from 0 to 100!
Bubble Day
Thursday, August 15, 2019 10:00 AM - Thursday, August 15, 2019 12:00 PM at 4-H Children's Gardens
Come celebrate the end of summer vacation at the garden with bubbles!
Stories for Sprouts and Seedlings - August
Wednesday, August 21, 2019 10:00 AM - Wednesday, August 21, 2019 11:00 AM at 4-H Children's Gardens
This program is designed especially for young children, ages 0-4, to experience the wonders of gardening through stories and hands-on projects.
Stories for Sprouts and Seedlings - September
Wednesday, September 18, 2019 10:00 AM - Wednesday, September 18, 2019 11:00 AM at 4-H Children's Gardens
This program is designed especially for young children, ages 0-4, to experience the wonders of gardening through stories and hands-on projects.
Stories for Sprouts and Seedlings - October
Wednesday, October 16, 2019 10:00 AM - Wednesday, October 16, 2019 11:00 AM at 4-H Children's Gardens
This program is designed especially for young children, ages 0-4, to experience the wonders of gardening through stories and hands-on projects.
Holiday Open House
Thursday, December 5, 2019 5:00 PM - Thursday, December 5, 2019 7:00 PM at Plant and Soil Sciences Headhouse
Enjoy our 16' poinsettia tree display, a visit from Santa, refreshments, and more!