CANCELLED - Garden Bird Walk
2026-05-23 07:30 - 09:00 (America/Denver) | Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM, 87505, United States
Advance registration required
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 in the Garden. No need to be a birding expert, we’ll even provide binoculars if you need them.
Date and Time:

Saturday, May 23, 2026
7:30 – 9:00am

Location:
Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo Santa Fe, 87505. Program participants will be met at the entrance gate to the Garden, just outside of the visitor center.
Pricing:

Members: $10
Not-Yet-Members: $12

**SFBG Members** You must sign in to receive your member discount. If you already have an account, click the “Sign in” button at the top of this page. 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 here for discounts and benefits all year long!
Refund and Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. We do not offer refunds. If you must cancel, please consider the program fee a donation to the Garden.
We reserve the right to cancel programs at our discretion. Participants will be contacted via email as early as possible in the event of a program cancellation.

Native Elements: Saturday Art Market + Special Programming
2026-05-23 09:00 - 17:00 | Santa Fe Community Convention Center, 201 West Marcy Street, Santa Fe, NM, 87501
The Art Market and Festival will continue this weekend with over 160 vendors showcasing some of the incredible artistry of the region. Saturday’s ticket will also include a panel discussion with the Featured Artists of the 2026 Market.
To learn more, visit us at: native-elements.org
Member Pre-Sale Date (March 15), Public Sale Date (April 1)
Date and Time:

Saturday, May 23
9:00am – 5:00pm
Panel Discussion Time: TBD

Location:
Santa Fe Community Convention Center, 201 W Marcy St, Santa Fe, NM 87501
Pricing:

Members: $8.00
Not-Yet-Members: $10.00
Youth Under-17: Free

**SFBG Members** You must sign in to receive your member discount. If you already have an account, click the “Sign in” button at the top of this page. 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 here for discounts and benefits all year long!
Refund and Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. We do not offer refunds. If you must cancel, please consider the program fee a donation to the Garden.
We reserve the right to cancel programs at our discretion. Participants will be contacted via email as early as possible in the event of a program cancellation.

Solar Viewing
2026-05-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM, 87505, United States
A member of the Santa Fe Stargazers will be in the Garden offering a unique opportunity to safely observe the Sun through a specialized solar telescope.
Visitors will be able to view remarkable solar features that are normally invisible to the naked eye, including sunspots and glowing activity on the Sun’s surface. 🌞🔭
Date and Time:

Saturday, May 23, 2026
10:00am – 12:00pm

Location:
Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, 87505
Pricing:

Free with admission
Walk-up activity

Public Garden Tour
2026-05-23 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-24 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-29 11:00 - 12:00 | Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM, 87505, United States
Explore the Beauty of the Santa Fe Botanical Garden on a Guided Tour!
Step into nature and discover the wonders of the Santa Fe Botanical Garden with our engaging Public Garden Tours! Perfect for all ages, these guided walks offer a fascinating introduction to the diverse plants, landscapes, and stories that make our Garden so special.
Each tour lasts 45–55 minutes, covering scenic pathways while highlighting seasonal themes and insights from our expert guides. No two tours are exactly alike—our guides bring their unique perspectives, drawing from our mission to celebrate, cultivate, and conserve the rich botanical heritage and biodiversity of our region.
🌿 No registration required—just show up and enjoy!
🌿 Tours are included with Garden admission.
Cost: Free with admission
Day and Time: March – May at 11AM on Friday and Saturday
Want to bring a group? We’re happy to accommodate private tours for groups of 10 or more with at least two weeks’ notice. Plus, be sure to check back for seasonal specialty tours featuring unique topics and experiences throughout the year.
For details and to plan your visit, click here. We can’t wait to welcome you!
Become a SFBG Member today and enjoy free admission all year long. Join/Renew here!

SOLD OUT - Forest Bathing and Cacao Ceremony
2026-05-24 09:00 - 10:00 | Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM, 87505, United States
Advance Registration Recommended
Dr. Marcy will lead you on a mindfulness journey at the Santa Fe Botanical Garden. You will experience gratitude and increased awareness. Dr. Marcy uses her acupuncture, holistic coaching, and other backgrounds to create a relaxing experience. The cacao ceremony, at the end, adds a delicious, mindful sensory experience.
About the instructor:
Dr. Marcy B. Newman, a Doctor of Oriental Medicine (DOM), has certifications in iRest Yoga Nidra, Caritas Coach, Nurse Coach, and was a VA nurse for over 10 years (mainly doing employee well-being and health promotion). She is so grateful to be back in her “spirit” home of Santa Fe!
Date and Time:

Sunday May 24, 2026
9:00 – 10:00am

Location:
Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, 87505
Pricing:

$35

Refund and Cancellation Policy:
All sales are final. We do not offer refunds. If you must cancel, please consider the program fee a donation to the Garden.
We reserve the right to cancel programs at our discretion. Participants will be contacted via email as early as possible in the event of a program cancellation.

Native Elements: Sunday Art Market + Special Programming
2026-05-24 10:00 - 16:00 | Santa Fe Community Convention Center, 201 West Marcy Street, Santa Fe, NM, 87501
The Art Market and Festival will continue this weekend with over 160 vendors showcasing some of the incredible artistry of the region. Sunday’s ticket will also include an artist demonstration with one of the Featured Artists of the 2026 Market.
To learn more visit: native-elements.org
Members Pre-Sale Date (March 15), Public Sale Date (April 1)
Date and Time:

Sunday, May 24
10:00am – 4:00pm

Location:
Santa Fe Community Convention Center, 201 W Marcy St, Santa Fe, NM 87501
Pricing:

Members: $8.00
Not-Yet-Members: $10.00
Youth Under-17 – Free

**SFBG Members** You must sign in to receive your member discount. If you already have an account, click the “Sign in” button at the top of this page. 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 here for discounts and benefits all year long!
Refund and Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. We do not offer refunds. If you must cancel, please consider the program fee a donation to the Garden.
We reserve the right to cancel programs at our discretion. Participants will be contacted via email as early as possible in the event of a program cancellation.

Beginner Course in T'ai Chi Chih
2026-05-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM, 87505, United States
Advance Registration Required
Join instructor Greg Berg every Monday in May and June for a beginner course of T’ai Chi Chih in the garden and reinforce your connection to the natural world!
T’ai Chi Chih (TCC) originated in Albuquerque in 1974. It includes 19 gentle flowing movements and a pose. TCC is not a martial art and is completely non-violent. It is easy to learn and a full practice takes about 40 minutes. It is great for stress reduction, mindfulness, and balance.
About the Instructor:
Greg Berg is an accredited teacher of TCC and is also a poet, book artist, and fine arts photographer.
Date and Time:

Monday, May 25, 2026
10:00 – 11:00am

Location:
Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, 87505
Pricing:

$6
must register for each individual class

The fee includes admission to the garden as well as the class.
Refund and Cancellation Policy:
All sales are final. We do not offer refunds. If you must cancel, please consider the program fee a donation to the Garden.
We reserve the right to cancel programs at our discretion. Participants will be contacted via email as early as possible in the event of a program cancellation.

Patterns in the Garden Tour
2026-05-25 11:00 - 12:00 | Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM, 87505, United States
Please wait in Welcome Ramada prior to the beginning of the tour.
Join Docent Tour Leader, Ivars Petersen 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 Petersen 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.
Date and Time:

Monday, May 25, 2026
11:00am – 12:00pm

Location:
Santa Fe Botanical Garden 715 Camino Lejo Santa Fe, 87505
Pricing: Free with Admission, no registration required.

Garden Conservancy Open Day
2026-05-30 10:00 - 16:00 | NM
Garden Conservancy Open Day in Santa Fe!
The Garden Conservancy’s Open Days program provides an exclusive opportunity to explore private gardens that highlight the artistry, passion, and ingenuity of gardeners across the country. In Santa Fe, two exceptional gardens offer a glimpse into the unique adaptations and creative expressions that define this region’s horticulture.
Santa Fe – A Distinctive Garden Destination
Santa Fe’s unique arid climate, rich cultural heritage, and commitment to sustainable gardening make it a fitting host city for Open Days. With its blend of historic adobe homes, dramatic mountain vistas, and innovative landscapes, Santa Fe showcases the diverse ways in which plants can thrive in arid conditions. From crevice gardens to food-producing landscapes, each garden tells a story of adaptation, experimentation, and a deep connection to place.
Date and Time

Saturday, May 30
Time ticketed sessions: 10am-12pm, 12pm-2pm & 2pm-4pm

Open Day Gardens (location details provided with ticket purchase)
David/Peese Garden- tickets on sale now here!
Garden owner – “Our garden in Santa Fe began by working between three home remodeling projects about ten years ago. Over this period of time, the garden evolved from wildflower plantings to more perennials, shrubs, and trees. The climate at 7,000 feet was not like anything I’d experienced in my sixty years of gardening. It was a new world of plants and landscape design opportunities. All the plants that I often killed in Austin, I could grow, and I tried almost anything. I could grow lilac, peonies, cold-hardy roses, lilies, and New Mexico native plants. The garden wraps around the home at various levels, with the front garden leading you in with fastigiate Rocky Mountain junipers, Stanley plum, and sour cherry trees. The trees are interspersed with perennials and shrubs. As you move around the home, you enter a kitchen garden of herbs and vegetables, with two raised beds for tomatoes. Some of the seeds were collected in Italy, and are only grown on the slopes of Mt. Vesuvius. As you continue to move around the house, you descend to the lower garden by a koi pond and a rectangular lawn. Wrapping around the lawn is a greenhouse, woodland garden, and a series of rock gardens containing plants from the steppe and alpine areas of the world. Bearded iris beds flank the walkway to the front driveway and parking area. The driveway rock garden, implemented and designed by Kenton Seth, climbs a small hill that is the main entrance to the house. Planted in the rock garden are conifers, perennials, and annuals on one side of the driveway, and a row of piñon pines on the opposite bank. This garden’s estimated size is 1/2 acre.”
The Succulent Garden – tickets on sale now here!
Garden owner – “My original passion was growing food— vegetables, fruits, and herbs. Late in life, I became a market gardener selling at the Santa Fe Farmers’ Market and to friends and family. Now, I’m a dedicated rock gardener and a grower of native cactus, penstemons, and Eriogonums. I love propagation from seeds and cuttings. The diversity and beauty of plants of all kinds is an endless source of joy and inspiration. I still grow lots of vegetables, fruits, and cut flowers for the grandkids, but it’s the uncommon and challenging-to-grow plants that get me up in the morning.”
Pricing

$5 Garden Conservancy Members,
$10 for the public

Public Garden Tour
2026-05-30 11:00 - 12:00 | Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM, 87505, United States
Explore the Beauty of the Santa Fe Botanical Garden on a Guided Tour!
Step into nature and discover the wonders of the Santa Fe Botanical Garden with our engaging Public Garden Tours! Perfect for all ages, these guided walks offer a fascinating introduction to the diverse plants, landscapes, and stories that make our Garden so special.
Each tour lasts 45–55 minutes, covering scenic pathways while highlighting seasonal themes and insights from our expert guides. No two tours are exactly alike—our guides bring their unique perspectives, drawing from our mission to celebrate, cultivate, and conserve the rich botanical heritage and biodiversity of our region.
🌿 No registration required—just show up and enjoy!
🌿 Tours are included with Garden admission.
Cost: Free with admission
Day and Time: March – May at 11AM on Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Want to bring a group? We’re happy to accommodate private tours for groups of 10 or more with at least two weeks’ notice. Plus, be sure to check back for seasonal specialty tours featuring unique topics and experiences throughout the year.
For details and to plan your visit, click here. We can’t wait to welcome you!
Become a SFBG Member today and enjoy free admission all year long. Join/Renew here!

Journaling through Watercolor with Antonio Darden 4-Day Workshop
2026-05-31 09:30 - 15:30, 2026-06-01 09:30 - 15:30, 2026-06-02 09:30 - 15:30, 2026-06-03 09:30 - 15:30 | Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM, 87505, United States
Advance Registration Required
Step into the Santa Fe landscape with a sketchbook in one hand and a thoughtfully limited watercolor palette in the other. In this beginner-friendly plein air journaling class, participants will learn to capture manageable Southwest scenes, from adobe walls and entryways to ristras and garden gates, while recording color mixes, light, and perspective notes that can later blossom into finished studio pieces. Guided by award-winning artist Antonio Darden, this course weaves color theory, value study, and one- and two-point perspective into a creative practice that’s equal parts travel diary and work of art. 🎨🌵
This class will cover, color theory, value study and one-point and two-point perspective. This class is for beginners to intermediate, even if you haven’t painted before you will really enjoy this class. Click here for material list.
About the Artist:
Antonio Darden is a signature member of the American Watercolor Society, National Watercolor Society, Western Federation Watercolor Society, Watercolor Society of Alabama and New Mexico Watercolor Society. Antonio is an avid plein air and Studio painter, building on the foundations of composition, value and local color and continuing to experiment and hone his personal style. Daily life drawing and plein air painting and studying from many renowned artists have elevated his technique in watercolor.
He works and teaches in his private art studio in Santa Fe NM. Antonio, a local, national and international award winning artist, has his art in private collections in Germany, London, Canada, Italy, Mexico and throughout the USA. www.dardenfineart.com

Date and Time:

Sunday May 31st- Wednesday June 3rd
9:30am – 3:30pm (1 hour break for lunch)

Location:
Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Hendricksen Pavilion, Santa Fe 87505
Pricing:

$400
pricing covers all four days of workshop

Refund policy: Cancelations more than one week prior to event are subject to a 25% cancelation fee. Cancelations with less than one week notice are non-refundable. If you need to cancel please call 505-471-9103 ext 105.
Cancelation 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.

Public Garden Tour
2026-05-31 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-06-01 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-06-02 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-06-03 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-06-04 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-06-05 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-06-06 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-06-07 10:00 - 11:00 | Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM, 87505, United States
Explore the Beauty of the Santa Fe Botanical Garden on a Guided Tour!
Step into nature and discover the wonders of the Santa Fe Botanical Garden with our engaging Public Garden Tours! Perfect for all ages, these guided walks offer a fascinating introduction to the diverse plants, landscapes, and stories that make our Garden so special.
Each tour lasts 45–55 minutes, covering scenic pathways while highlighting seasonal themes and insights from our expert guides. No two tours are exactly alike—our guides bring their unique perspectives, drawing from our mission to celebrate, cultivate, and conserve the rich botanical heritage and biodiversity of our region.
🌿 No registration required—just show up and enjoy!
🌿 Tours are included with Garden admission.
Pricing:

Free with admission

Day and Time:

Daily, May 31-August 30, 2026

Want to bring a group? We’re happy to accommodate private tours for groups of 10 or more with at least two weeks’ notice. Plus, be sure to check back for seasonal specialty tours featuring unique topics and experiences throughout the year.
For details and to plan your visit, click here. We can’t wait to welcome you!
Become a SFBG Member today and enjoy free admission all year long. Join/Renew here!

Full Moon Walk
2026-05-31 20:00 - 21:30 | Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM, 87505, United States
Advance registration recommended
Join us on a walk along moonlit trails through the Santa Fe Botanical Garden. Learn moon facts and lore, how animals and plants are adapted for nighttime, and hopefully see or hear some wildlife darting through the darkness.

Date and Time:

Sunday, May 31, 2026
8:00 – 9:30 pm

Location:
Santa Fe Botanical Garden, Garden Entrance, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, 87505
Pricing:

Member: $20
Not-Yet-Member: $25

**SFBG Members** You must sign in to receive your member discount. If you already have an account, click the “Sign in” button at the top of this page. 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 here for discounts and benefits all year long!
Refund and Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. We do not offer refunds. If you must cancel, please consider the program fee a donation to the Garden.
We reserve the right to cancel programs at our discretion. Participants will be contacted via email as early as possible in the event of a program cancellation.

SOLD OUT - Beginner Course in T'ai Chi Chih
2026-06-01 10:00 - 11:00 | Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM, 87505, United States
Advance Registration Required
Join instructor Greg Berg every Monday in May and June for a beginner course of T’ai Chi Chih in the garden and reinforce your connection to the natural world!
T’ai Chi Chih (TCC) originated in Albuquerque in 1974. It includes 19 gentle flowing movements and a pose. TCC is not a martial art and is completely non-violent. It is easy to learn and a full practice takes about 40 minutes. It is great for stress reduction, mindfulness, and balance.
About the Instructor:
Greg Berg is an accredited teacher of TCC and is also a poet, book artist, and fine arts photographer.
Date and Time:

Monday, June 1, 2026
10:00 – 11:00am

Location:
Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, 87505
Pricing:

$6
must register for each individual class

The fee includes admission to the garden as well as the class.
Refund and Cancellation Policy:
All sales are final. We do not offer refunds. If you must cancel, please consider the program fee a donation to the Garden.
We reserve the right to cancel programs at our discretion. Participants will be contacted via email as early as possible in the event of a program cancellation.

Ask a Master Gardener
2026-06-03 11:00 - 14:00 | Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM, 87505, United States
No registration required
Santa Fe Extension Master Gardeners will be onsite from 11:00am – 2:00pm to address your curiosities and questions about plants.
For more information about the Santa Fe Extension Master Gardeners visit: https://www.sfemg.org/
Date and Time:

Wednesday, June 3, 2026
11:00am – 2:00pm

Location:
Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe 87505
Pricing:
Free with paid admission

Books & Blooms: Who Lives in the Desert?
2026-06-05 10:00 - 11:00 | Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM, 87505, United States
Advance Registration Recommended
Join us the first Friday of each month from April – September for Books & Blooms – a story-time program for children 4 and under with their grown-ups! Listen to a story in the Garden, then spend time exploring activity stations set up especially for you and your young ones to explore together!
Our theme for June is: Who lives in the desert? Coyotes, rabbits, foxes, lizards, scorpions and more! Our ecosystem is hot during the day, cold during the night, but also dry, and windy: These are the challenges that plants and animals who live in the desert have to survive!
Date and Time:

Friday, June 5, 2026
10:00 – 11:00am

Location:
Santa Fe Botanical Garden, Learning Ramada, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, 87505
Pricing:

Children: $5
Member: $4
Non-member: $5

**SFBG Members** You must sign in to receive your member discount. If you already have an account, click the “Sign in” button at the top of this page. 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 here for discounts and benefits all year long!
Refund and Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. We do not offer refunds. If you must cancel, please consider the program fee a donation to the Garden.
We reserve the right to cancel programs at our discretion. Participants will be contacted via email as early as possible in the event of a program cancellation.

Santa Fe Chess Club
2026-06-07 11:00 - 13:00 | Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM, 87505, United States
No Registration Required
Learn chess or improve your game at our free practice with coaching! We’ll teach the basic rules to guests who have never played before, while providing expert-level tips to more advanced players. Or, challenge the instructors! Can you beat our head coach, one of NM’s top 10 players?
About the Club:
Santa Fe Chess is the premiere club throughout the capital, hosting 100% family-friendly events that include practices, simuls, tournaments, and school presentations. The club is experiencing unprecedented growth under new leadership, including featured articles in the New Mexican and LANL Employee Spotlight, plus getting hired to consult for the show Dark Winds.
In the coming months, organizers will continue their partnership with Albuquerque, working on long-term venues that can host statewide tournaments.
Santa Fe Chess does not exclude players through memberships, fees, or skill cutoffs, and anyone is welcome to participate in their events.
Date and Time:

Sunday, June 7, 2026
11:00am – 1:00pm

Location:
Santa Fe Botanical Garden, Hendricksen Pavilion, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, 87505
Pricing:
FREE, with paid garden admission.

SOLD OUT - Beginner Course in T'ai Chi Chih
2026-06-08 10:00 - 11:00 | Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM, 87505, United States
Advance Registration Required
Join instructor Greg Berg every Monday in May and June for a beginner course of T’ai Chi Chih in the garden and reinforce your connection to the natural world!
T’ai Chi Chih (TCC) originated in Albuquerque in 1974. It includes 19 gentle flowing movements and a pose. TCC is not a martial art and is completely non-violent. It is easy to learn and a full practice takes about 40 minutes. It is great for stress reduction, mindfulness, and balance.
About the Instructor:
Greg Berg is an accredited teacher of TCC and is also a poet, book artist, and fine arts photographer.
Date and Time:

Monday, June 8, 2026
10:00 – 11:00am

Location:
Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, 87505
Pricing:

$6
must register for each individual class

The fee includes admission to the garden as well as the class.
Refund and Cancellation Policy:
All sales are final. We do not offer refunds. If you must cancel, please consider the program fee a donation to the Garden.
We reserve the right to cancel programs at our discretion. Participants will be contacted via email as early as possible in the event of a program cancellation.
