Public Garden Tour
2024-01-13 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-01-20 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-01-27 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-03-30 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Denver) | Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM, 87505, United States
Cost: Free with admission
Become a SFBG Member today and enjoy free admission all year long. Join/Renew here!
Grab your walking shoes, warm hat and gloves, and stop by! We are offering regularly scheduled Public Garden Tours providing a family-friendly introduction to the Santa Fe Botanical Garden. Topics may vary depending on the guide, though each tour will last 40 – 50 minutes, cover terrain throughout the Garden, and draw from our mission to celebrate, cultivate, and conserve the rich botanical heritage and biodiversity of our region.
Led by various Garden staff and trained docent volunteers, tours January through March will take place every Saturday starting at 1:00 p.m. No registration is required, and there is no charge beyond admission to the Garden. For more information and to plan your visit see this page.
In addition to providing these regularly scheduled offerings, we may also be able to serve private groups of 10 or more if they contact us at least two weeks ahead of time. Likewise, the Garden will continue to offer seasonal experiences on special topics, so keep an eye out for upcoming announcements!

SOLD OUT Winter Bird Walk
2024-01-20 08:30 - 10:00
SOLD OUT
Advance registration required.
Date: Saturday, January 20th, 2024
Time: 8:30 am – 10:00 am
Location: Program participants will be met at the entrance gate to the Garden, just outside of the visitor center.
Cost: Adults – $10, Members – $8
Join us for a morning bird walk to observe who is visiting the Garden. We’ll be watching for resident birds as well as migratory birds resting and nesting in the Garden. No need to be a birding expert, we’ll even provide binoculars if you need them.
**SFBG Members** You must sign in to receive your member discount. If you already have an account, click the “Sign in” button at top of this page.
If you do not have an account, click the “Register” button to create an account. Discount reflected at checkout. If you receive an error or have questions, email info@santafebotanicalgarden.org.
Refund policy: We do not offer refunds for this program. If you must cancel, please consider the program fee a donation.
Cancellation Policy: Santa Fe Botanical Garden reserves the right to cancel programs at its discretion. Programs will run as scheduled, regardless of weather, unless participants are contacted directly by Garden Staff either by phone or email.
Not yet a member? Join/renew now for discounts and benefits all year long!

February is for the Birds!
2024-02-18 10:00 - 12:00
February is for the Birds!
Location: 715 Camino Lejo, Garden Pavilion
Date: Sunday February 18th
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Cost: FREE
Join us on Community Day to celebrate National Bird Feeding Month and the Great Backyard Bird Count with us!
There will be a short presentation about the Great Backyard Bird Count and how you can do your own bird count. Then we’ll head outside to do a bird count.
After the count, we’ll gather to celebrate National Bird Feeding Month by making your own heart shaped suet snack to take home for your neighborhood birds.

Winter Bird Walk
2024-02-25 08:30 - 10:00
Advance registration required.
Date: Sunday February 25th
Time: 8:30am – 10:00am
Location: Program participants will be met at the entrance gate to the Garden, just outside of the visitor center.
Cost: Adults – $10, Members – $8
Join us for a morning bird walk to observe who is visiting the Garden. We’ll be watching for resident birds as well as migratory birds resting and nesting in the Garden. No need to be a birding expert, we’ll even provide binoculars if you need them.
**SFBG Members** You must sign in to receive your member discount. If you already have an account, click the “Sign in” button at top of this page.
If you do not have an account, click the “Register” button to create an account. Discount reflected at checkout. If you receive an error or have questions, email info@santafebotanicalgarden.org.
Refund policy: We do not offer refunds for this program. If you must cancel, please consider the program fee a donation.
Cancellation Policy: Santa Fe Botanical Garden reserves the right to cancel programs at its discretion. Programs will run as scheduled, regardless of weather, unless participants are contacted directly by Garden Staff either by phone or email.
Not yet a member? Join/renew now for discounts and benefits all year long!

SOLD OUT Spring Bird Walk
2024-03-23 08:30 - 10:00
SOLD OUT
Advance registration required.
Date: Saturday March 23rd
Time: 8:30am – 10:00am
Location: Program participants will be met at the entrance gate to the Garden, just outside of the visitor center.
Cost: Adults – $10, Members – $8
Join us for a morning bird walk to observe who is visiting the Garden. We’ll be watching for resident birds as well as migratory birds resting and nesting in the Garden. No need to be a birding expert, we’ll even provide binoculars if you need them.
**SFBG Members** You must sign in to receive your member discount. If you already have an account, click the “Sign in” button at top of this page.
If you do not have an account, click the “Register” button to create an account. Discount reflected at checkout. If you receive an error or have questions, email info@santafebotanicalgarden.org.
Refund policy: We do not offer refunds for this program. If you must cancel, please consider the program fee a donation.
Cancellation Policy: Santa Fe Botanical Garden reserves the right to cancel programs at its discretion. Programs will run as scheduled, regardless of weather, unless participants are contacted directly by Garden Staff either by phone or email.
Not yet a member? Join/renew now for discounts and benefits all year long!

Tiny Garden DIY
2024-03-30 11:00 - 12:00
Tiny Gardens DIY
Date: Saturday March 30th
Location: Pavilion 715 Camino Lejo
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Cost: Members $12/ Non-members $15
Do you want a garden but have very little space? Join Director of Education and Interpretation, Christie Collins, as she discusses a fun option for planting flowers, herbs, and succulents in a small space.

**SFBG Members** You must sign in to receive your member discount. Discount reflected at checkout. If you already have an account, click the “Sign in” button at top of this page.
If you do not have an account, click the “Register” button to create an account. Discount reflected at checkout. If you receive an error or have questions, email info@santafebotanicalgarden.org.
Refund policy: We do not offer refunds for this program. If you must cancel, please consider the program fee a donation.
Cancellation Policy: Santa Fe Botanical Garden reserves the right to cancel programs at its discretion. Programs will run as scheduled, regardless of weather, unless participants are contacted directly by Garden Staff either by phone or email.
Not yet a member? Join/renew now for discounts and benefits all year long!

Garden Egg Hunt
2024-03-31 10:30 - 13:30
IMPORTANT: Advance registration required. All adults AND children must be registered in advance to gain admittance to the egg hunt. Walk-up tickets may be available day-of but are not guaranteed.
While the Egg Hunt itself is SOLD OUT, you may still purchase admittance into the Garden to participate in crafts, educational presentations and photo ops with Clover the Bunny.

Date: Sunday, March 31, 2024
Time: Timed 30-Minute Slots from 10:30AM – 1:30PM 10 minutes early(Please arrive before your time slot. Due to the nature of timed slots for the egg hunts, we will be unable to admit late arrivals!)
Location: Ojos y Manos: Eyes and Hands Garden within the Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo
Cost: Adults $10/ SFBG members $8/ Youth 7-17 $5/ Children ages 6 & under FREE (must still register to attend)
To register, click the time slot below you want to attend.
Join us Easter day in the Garden from 10:30 am – 1:30 pm where “Clover” the Easter Bunny and our staff and volunteers will hide thousands of eggs in the Garden.
Bring the whole family to the Garden where they can design their own Easter bags, do fun crafts, search for colorful eggs and win prizes! We will have a special presentation from our Director of Education and Interpretation, Christie Collins, on native rabbits of New Mexico, and plenty of photo opportunities with Clover the Easter bunny!
Registration slots occur every 30 minutes.
Children will have 15 minutes to hunt for as many eggs they can find. Once their 15 minutes are up, they will turn in their eggs to be counted and to pick their prize. Eggs will be reset for each new group coming in. (Remaining 5 minutes of time slot will be used for prize picking. Everyone will be asked to vacate the area so we can reset for the next group.)
The first two time slots are reserved for groups with littles only (ages 0-5). Groups with older children may register for a later time slot. Groups with both younger and older children may register for a later time slot. If you have additional questions, please email: education@santafebotanicalgarden.org

To register, click the time slot below you want to attend.
Time slot options are:
Ages 0-5 years only:

10:30 am – 10:50 am SOLD OUT
11:00 am – 11:20 am SOLD OUT

All Ages:

11:30 am – 11:50 am SOLD OUT
12:00 pm – 12:20pm SOLD OUT
12:30 pm – 12:50 pm SOLD OUT
1:00 pm – 1:20 pm SOLD OUT

**SFBG Members** You must sign in to receive your member discount. Discount reflected at checkout. If you already have an account, click the “Sign in” button at top of this page.
If you do not have an account, click the “Register” button to create an account. Discount reflected at checkout. If you receive an error or have questions, email info@santafebotanicalgarden.org.
Refund policy: We do not offer refunds for this program. If you must cancel, please consider the program fee a donation.
Cancellation Policy: Santa Fe Botanical Garden reserves the right to cancel programs at its discretion. Programs will run as scheduled, regardless of weather, unless participants are contacted directly by Garden Staff either by phone or email.
Not yet a member? Join/renew now for discounts and benefits all year long!

Public Garden Tour
2024-04-05 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-04-06 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-04-12 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-04-13 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-04-19 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-04-20 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-04-26 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-04-27 11:00 - 12:00
Cost: Free with admission
Become a SFBG Member today and enjoy free admission all year long. Join/Renew here!
Grab your walking shoes and hat, and stop by! We are offering regularly scheduled Public Garden Tours providing a family-friendly introduction to the Santa Fe Botanical Garden. Topics may vary depending on the guide, though each tour will last 40 – 50 minutes, cover terrain throughout the Garden, and draw from our mission to celebrate, cultivate, and conserve the rich botanical heritage and biodiversity of our region.
Led by various Garden staff and trained docent volunteers, tours April through October will take place every Friday and Saturday starting at 11:00 a.m. No registration is required, and there is no charge beyond admission to the Garden. For more information and to plan your visit see this page.
In addition to providing these regularly scheduled offerings, we may also be able to serve private groups of 10 or more if they contact us at least two weeks ahead of time. Likewise, the Garden will continue to offer seasonal experiences on special topics, so keep an eye out for upcoming announcements!

SOLD OUT Partial Solar Eclipse in the Garden
2024-04-08 10:30 - 11:30
Advance registration required.
Date: Monday, April 8, 2024
Time: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Location: Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo
Cost: Ages 0-3: Free/ Ages 4-17: $8/ Adults: $15/ Members: $12
View the partial solar eclipse from the Garden. Before the viewing, there will be a short presentation. Everyone will receive their own solar eclipse safe viewing glasses.
**SFBG Members** You must sign in to receive your member discount. If you already have an account, click the “Register” button. If you do not have an account, click the “Register” button to create an account. If you receive an error or have questions, email info@santafebotanicalgarden.org.
Not yet a member? Join/renew now for discounts and benefits all year long!
Discount reflected at checkout.
Refund policy: We do not offer refunds for this program. If you must cancel, please consider the program fee a donation.
Cancellation Policy: Santa Fe Botanical Garden reserves the right to cancel programs at its discretion. Programs will run as scheduled, regardless of weather, unless participants are contacted directly by Garden Staff either by phone or email.

Patterns in the Garden Tour
2024-04-11 11:00 - 12:00
Location- Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo
Cost: Free with Paid Admission, no registration required.
Please wait in Welcome Ramada prior to the beginning of the tour.
Join Docent Tour Leader, Ivars Peterson for a walk through the Garden as Ivars incorporates Mathematics to illuminate and enrich our understanding of the many patterns found in a botanical garden.
About your Guide: Ivars Peterson has been a Volunteer Docent at the Santa Fe Botanical Garden for 3 years. Ivars is a freelance writer and editor. He was Director of Publications at the Mathematical Association of America from 2007 to 2014. As an award-winning mathematics writer, he previously worked at Science News for more than 25 years and served as editor of Science News Online and Science News for Kids. His books include The Mathematical Tourist, Islands of Truth, Newton’s Clock, and Fragments of Infinity: A Kaleidoscope of Math and Art.

Spring Bird Walk
2024-04-14 07:30 - 09:00
Advance registration required.
Date: Sunday, April 14th
Time: 7:30am – 9:00am
Location: Program participants will be met at the entrance gate to the Garden, just outside of the visitor center.
Cost: Adults – $10, Members – $8
Join us for a morning bird walk to observe who is visiting the Garden. We’ll be watching for resident birds as well as migratory birds resting and nesting in the Garden. No need to be a birding expert, we’ll even provide binoculars if you need them.
**SFBG Members** You must sign in to receive your member discount. If you already have an account, click the “Sign in” button at top of this page.
If you do not have an account, click the “Register” button to create an account. Discount reflected at checkout. If you receive an error or have questions, email info@santafebotanicalgarden.org.
Refund policy: We do not offer refunds for this program. If you must cancel, please consider the program fee a donation.
Cancellation Policy: Santa Fe Botanical Garden reserves the right to cancel programs at its discretion. Programs will run as scheduled, regardless of weather, unless participants are contacted directly by Garden Staff either by phone or email.
Not yet a member? Join/renew now for discounts and benefits all year long!

Public Garden Tour
2024-04-28 11:00 - 12:00
Cost: Free with admission
Become a SFBG Member today and enjoy free admission all year long. Join/Renew here!
Grab your walking shoes and hat, and stop by! We are offering regularly scheduled Public Garden Tours providing a family-friendly introduction to the Santa Fe Botanical Garden. Topics may vary depending on the guide, though each tour will last 40 – 50 minutes, cover terrain throughout the Garden, and draw from our mission to celebrate, cultivate, and conserve the rich botanical heritage and biodiversity of our region.
Led by various Garden staff and trained docent volunteers, tours April through October will take place every Friday, Saturday and Community Day starting at 11:00 a.m. No registration is required, and there is no charge beyond admission to the Garden. For more information and to plan your visit see this page.
In addition to providing these regularly scheduled offerings, we may also be able to serve private groups of 10 or more if they contact us at least two weeks ahead of time. Likewise, the Garden will continue to offer seasonal experiences on special topics, so keep an eye out for upcoming announcements!

Santa Fe Chess Presents: An Introduction to Chess
2024-04-28 14:00 - 15:30
Date: Sunday April 28th
Time: 2 PM – 3:30 PM
Location: Pavilion
Cost: FREE
Learn chess from square one at our event for all ages, featuring instruction on the demo board followed by hands-on practice. You’ll learn about check, checkmate, notation, and how the pieces move to prepare you for casual play around town. Know the basics already? See if you can beat one of New Mexico’s top 10 players…….
About the Club: Santa Fe Chess has been hosting events for years, but it’s seeing unprecedented growth thanks to media coverage and the push into digital marketing. New organizers continue the traditions of weekly practice at DeVargas and Violet Crown, as well as rated tournaments. However, they’ve amplified these efforts with beginner-friendly simuls, mall competitions, and lessons to schools and youth groups all over town. The club will continue its success in 2024 by coordinating with Albuquerque organizers, installing permanent chess tables at DeVargas, offering lessons to Big Brothers Big Sisters, and teaching several classes at SFCC. Santa Fe Chess designs its events to be appropriate for all ages and skill levels, with no exclusion based on dues or membership requirements.

Seasonal Bloom Tour
2024-05-04 12:30 - 13:30
Advance registration recommended.
Date: Saturday May 4th
Time: 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Location: Welcome Ramada
Cost: Age 0-3 Free/ Youth 4-17 $7/ Members $12/ Non-members $15
Join a staff-led tour to learn about what is blooming this month at the Garden! Each month will feature a new discovery of nature’s beauty, the Garden’s native and naturalized plants.

**SFBG Members** You must sign in to receive your member discount. If you already have an account, click the “Sign in” button at top of this page. Members, if you do not have an account, click the “Register” button to create an account. Discount reflected at checkout. If you receive an error or have questions, email info@santafebotanicalgarden.org.
Refund policy: We do not offer refunds for this program. If you must cancel, please consider the program fee a donation.
Cancellation Policy: Santa Fe Botanical Garden reserves the right to cancel programs at its discretion. Programs will run as scheduled, regardless of weather, unless participants are contacted directly by Garden Staff either by phone or email.
Not yet a member? Join/renew now for discounts and benefits all year long!

Patterns in the Garden Tour
2024-05-09 11:00 - 12:00
Location- Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo
Cost: Free with Paid Admission, no registration required.
Please wait in Welcome Ramada prior to the beginning of the tour.
Join Docent Tour Leader, Ivars Peterson for a walk through the Garden as Ivars incorporates Mathematics to illuminate and enrich our understanding of the many patterns found in a botanical garden.
About your Guide: Ivars Peterson has been a Volunteer Docent at the Santa Fe Botanical Garden for 3 years. Ivars is a freelance writer and editor. He was Director of Publications at the Mathematical Association of America from 2007 to 2014. As an award-winning mathematics writer, he previously worked at Science News for more than 25 years and served as editor of Science News Online and Science News for Kids. His books include The Mathematical Tourist, Islands of Truth, Newton’s Clock, and Fragments of Infinity: A Kaleidoscope of Math and Art

CANCELED - Youth Story Slam
2024-05-11 11:00 - 12:30
CANCELED
Youth Story Slam – In partnership with Santa Fe Library and NEA Big Read
Date: Saturday May 11th
Time: 11am-12:30pm
Location: Ojos y Manos: Eyes and Hands Garden Amphitheater
Cost: Free for participants (see description)
Theme: Growing
Are you a young storyteller age 7-17? Do you have a story you would like to share?
Register for a chance to share your story. Send your original story to Christie at christie@santafebotanicalgarden.org
Ten participants will be chosen for a chance to tell their story. Admission into the Garden is FREE for the participant and one parent/guardian.
Prizes provided through NEA Big Read and Santa Fe Public Library.
What’s a Story Slam? A story slam is a very short and true story about the storyteller. Slams are typically 5 minutes long or rather short. Shorter stories mean quickly connecting the audience to your story through feeling, creativity and meaning. Still not sure, check out The Moth website or podcast for inspiration.
See rules below:

Story Slam theme: Growing
Ages 7 to 17 years only
Story must be true and about you
Story must be based on theme-Growing
Story must be no more than 5 minutes in length
Story must be family friendly

Email questions to christie@santafebotanicalgarden.org

Roots of Knowledge Series - Everything Seed: How Humanity Got Our Heirloom Seeds
2024-05-11 11:00 - 13:00
Roots of Knowledge Series – Everything Seed: How Humanity Got Our Heirloom Seeds and How To Make Sure We Keep Them
Registration required.
Date: Saturday May 11th
Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Pavilion, 715 Camino Lejo
Cost: $25
Jared Hagood of Lineage Seeds will take us through a journey of everything seeds. The program will begin with an exploration of heritage varieties and their origins regionally and culturally. During the session there will be an explanation of the difference between GMO, hybrid, open-pollinated and heritage seeds. He will also discuss the practical aspects of seed production at various scales from a home gardener to a seed company, including cleaning and storage. Jared’s talk will have an opportunity for discussion and Q&A with the participants.
Jared Hagood is a professional organic seed farmer of 17 years. Much of that time was spent as a field worker living and studying with his teachers. He is founder and farmer of Lineage Seeds based in Northern New Mexico. His company offers a variety of seeds as well as beautiful pots to store them in. For more information visit his website: https://www.lineageseeds.com/
Program in partnership with Slow Food Santa Fe

Refund policy: We do not offer refunds for this program. If you must cancel, please consider the program fee a donation.
Cancellation Policy: Santa Fe Botanical Garden reserves the right to cancel programs at its discretion. Programs will run as scheduled, regardless of weather, unless participants are contacted directly by Garden Staff either by phone or email.
Not yet a member? Join/renew now for discounts and benefits all year long!

Community Day at the Garden
2024-05-15 09:00 - 17:00
Join us this Community Day for our first Health and Wellness Day of the year featuring SFBG business partner, StretchLab, Santa Fe, who will be in the Garden from noon to 3:00pm! If you haven’t had an assisted stretch before – prepare yourself for a great time! StretchLab’s flexologists will greet you and discuss your current flexibility, any injuries that you may have and walk you through your session. StretchLab will have 2 stations set up in the Garden: one in the Orchard Garden and one in the Amphitheater. Customized Flexibility Services help improve sports performance, increase range of motion & flexibility, reduce muscle & joint pain, improve posture, improve relaxation, and decrease stress.
About Community Days:
At the Santa Fe Botanical Garden, we realize not everyone has the time or financial ability to become a member. So, we created free Community Days at the Garden that offer all New Mexico residents and students the opportunity to enjoy the Garden in every season and feel a part of our environmental community at no cost. Community Days are the Garden’s way of spreading cheer throughout the year and encouraging our New Mexico neighbors to visit!
Community Days at the Garden take place one day per month, year-round from January-November, so make sure to come out and enjoy a beautiful spring day with FREE admission as well as a FREE Public Garden Tour starting at 1pm at the Garden! No pre-registration required.
Community Days are graciously sponsored by DEL NORTE LOV FOUNDATION.

Remember: You must check in at the Visitor Center when you arrive. You will need a credit/debit card if you wish to make a purchase in the Garden Gift Shop. If you would like to become a Member, please ask a one of our Visitor Center’s staff who can help you.
Smoking is always prohibited. Only properly identified service dogs that meet U.S. Department of Justice guidelines under the Americans with Disabilities Act are allowed in the Garden

Spring Bird Walk
2024-05-18 07:30 - 09:00
Advance registration required.
Date: Saturday, May 18th
Time: 7:30am – 9:00am
Location: Program participants will be met at the entrance gate to the Garden, just outside of the visitor center.
Cost: Adults – $10, Members – $8
Join us for a morning bird walk to observe who is visiting the Garden. We’ll be watching for resident birds as well as migratory birds resting and nesting in the Garden. No need to be a birding expert, we’ll even provide binoculars if you need them.
**SFBG Members** You must sign in to receive your member discount. If you already have an account, click the “Sign in” button at top of this page.
If you do not have an account, click the “Register” button to create an account. Discount reflected at checkout. If you receive an error or have questions, email info@santafebotanicalgarden.org.
Refund policy: We do not offer refunds for this program. If you must cancel, please consider the program fee a donation.
Cancellation Policy: Santa Fe Botanical Garden reserves the right to cancel programs at its discretion. Programs will run as scheduled, regardless of weather, unless participants are contacted directly by Garden Staff either by phone or email.
Not yet a member? Join/renew now for discounts and benefits all year long!

The Birds and the Bees: Pollination in the Garden
2024-05-20 10:30 - 11:30
Location: Santa Fe Botanical Garden
Time: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Cost: Free with paid admission, no registration required.
Join Carol Pritchard-Martinez, Garden Docent, for a guided walk through the Garden. Carol will talk about the pollinators in the Garden and their importance to the biodiversity of our habitats.
Please wait in Welcome Ramada prior to the beginning of the tour.
