Events

Join SLOBG founder and Mediterranean plant expert, Eve Vigil, for a behind-the-scenes tour of the SLO Botanical Garden. Eve may talk about the Garden’s history, what’s in bloom, important maintenance, […]

This program is especially designed for beginners who would like to learn to recognize the beautiful birds of the Botanical Garden and the Central Coast. Practice making observations and learn […]

It's our April FREE family day at the SLO Botanical Garden! Learn about seeds and trees, create a nature crown and leaf necklace, plant an acorn to grow an oak […]

Have you ever smelled the grape Kool-aid tree? Or sniffed a fresh bay leaf? Or viewed a tree surrounded by smoke? In honor of Arbor Day on April 25th, docent […]

This is our third annual Faerie Festival and we'd be delighted if you can attend! This magical Family Free Day is for faeries of all ages! There will be crafts […]

Join our Executive Director, Janine Stillman, to create a beautiful fused-glass panel for your garden, which can be displayed in a metal stand that is provided. This class is for […]

Free for Members! The SLO Botanical Garden in collaboration with the Morro Coast Audubon Society presents a bird walk exploring the unique relationship between birds and botany. Plant lovers and […]

Learn about the microscopic life that is hidden beneath the waves and is crucial to all of life on Earth. We will explore the diversity of the marine plankton community, […]

Enjoy a morning of quiet observation, sketching and inspired curiosity about plants, pollinators and all the natural beauty that thrives at the SLO Botanical Garden. This experience will be guided […]

Please join us in June for "Buzzing Beauties," our almost monthly Family Free Day, where we will focus on our local pollinators (bees, birds, butterflies, bats, beetles and moths). Tell […]

A presentation about California’s wildfires, including the state's unique topography, weather and fuels that cause them. The building industry, fire hazard mapping and fuel hazard reduction will be discussed along […]

Join us for an enriching cultural and spiritual experience in the form of a profound visual mediation offered as part of a special opening weekend highlight for the three-week Central […]

Join SLOBG founder and Mediterranean plant expert, Eve Vigil, for a behind-the-scenes tour of the SLO Botanical Garden. Eve may talk about the Garden’s history, what’s in bloom, important maintenance, […]

Join us for a unique sound healing experience being "bathed" with sounds from alchemy crystal bowls, Koshi chimes, and other sacred instruments. After the sound bath, participants will enjoy a guided walking meditation through the Garden amongst the trees, flowers, and creatures. Instructor Bio: Jamie, of Harmonic Holistics, is a full-time sound healing practitioner, specializing in […]

Please join us in July for our almost monthly Family Free Day. On July 13th, the Children's Garden will showcase "The Garden Express" where we will explore model trains on display by the Central California Coast Garden Model Railroad Society. Tell your families, tell your friends friends, garden admission is waived so pack a picnic […]

Enjoy a morning of quiet observation, sketching and inspired curiosity about plants, pollinators and all the natural beauty that thrives at the SLO Botanical Garden. This experience will be guided […]

With cell phones and apps, today’s world is truly at your fingertips. Join us in diving into apps and programs that make it easier to explore the outdoors, learn about […]

Join SLOBG founder and Mediterranean plant expert, Eve Vigil, for a behind-the-scenes tour of the SLO Botanical Garden. Eve may talk about the Garden’s history, what’s in bloom, important maintenance, […]

Please join us on August 10th from 10am to 2 pm for our almost monthly Family Free Day. August's "Scaly Safari" is sure to be fun for ALL! Tell your […]

Enjoy a morning of quiet observation, sketching and inspired curiosity about plants, pollinators and all the natural beauty that thrives at the SLO Botanical Garden. This experience will be guided […]