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Celebrate the Longest Day of the Year at Huntsville Botanical Garden’s Second Annual Summer Solstice Concert

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (June 9, 2026) — On Sunday, June 21, 2026, from 7-9 p.m., Huntsville Botanical Garden (HBG) invites the community to its second annual Summer Solstice Concert. Set in the Garden’s open-air Amphitheatre, this enchanting evening will feature live performances by Southern Strings. With selections ranging from The Beatles to Taylor Swift, the string ensemble will pay homage to the sounds of summer. Read more…

Make Memories That Grow at Family Field Day

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (June 9, 2026) — Get ready for an afternoon of laughter, connection, and unforgettable memories at the Family Field Day at Huntsville Botanical Garden! On Saturday, June 20, from 3-6 p.m., families are invited to step outside and into a vibrant world of classic games, festive treats, and wholesome fun—all set in the lush beauty of the Garden. Read more…

Step Into Your Tea Era at Huntsville Botanical Garden’s Taylor Swif-tea

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (June 6, 2026) — Calling all Swifties! On Sunday, June 14, 2026, from 3 to 5 p.m., Huntsville Botanical Garden (HBG) invites Taylor Swift fans to gather for a fun tea party experience inspired by the 12 studio albums that defined two decades of Taylor Swift’s music and storytelling. Read more…

Enjoy the blooms at the Daylily Open House and Picnic

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (June 2, 2026) — The annual Daylily Open House at Huntsville Botanical Garden will take place on Saturday, June 6, among the splendor of the Van Valkenburgh Daylily Garden in full bloom. Visitors are encouraged to pack a picnic and make a day of it. Read more…

Huntsville Botanical Garden celebrates National Public Gardens Day with free admission

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (May 4, 2026) – On Friday, May 8, Huntsville Botanical Garden (HBG) invites all garden lovers, plant aficionados, nature enthusiasts, and curious visitors to enjoy free Garden admission in celebration of National Public Gardens Day. Read more…

Huntsville Botanical Garden celebrates Educator Appreciation Days with free admission

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (April 27, 2026) – Huntsville Botanical Garden (HBG) will celebrate the hard work of teachers, aides, coaches, counselors, bus drivers, cafeteria staff, custodians—anyone involved in educating children—by offering free admission to the Garden for all educators from 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. on Saturday, May 2, and from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. on Sunday, May 3. Read more…

Huntsville Botanical Garden to break ground on INTUITIVE Plant Science Complex

HUNTSVILLE, AL (February 12, 2026) – On February 24, 2026, at 10 a.m., Huntsville Botanical Garden (HBG) will officially break the ground for construction of the INTUITIVE Plant Science Complex (IPSC). The groundbreaking ceremony will celebrate the Garden’s growing commitment to discovery, stewardship and education as a result of help from community donors and supporters. Read more…

Huntsville Botanical Garden invites teams to build big, give back at Canstruction® competition

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (Jan. 21, 2026) – Huntsville Botanical Garden (HBG) is calling on civic organizations, architects, engineers, designers, contractors, businesses, and creative teams across North Alabama to turn creativity into compassion through Canstruction®, a one-of-a-kind design-and-build competition that transforms canned food into larger-than-life works of art—all to fight hunger in our community. The deadline for team registration is February 23. Read more…

Celebrate Arbor Day with a run among the trees at Huntsville Botanical Garden’s Arbor Day 5K and 3K Races

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (Jan. 20, 2026) – Get ready to run, breathe in the fresh air, and celebrate the beauty of trees! Registration is open for the fourth annual Arbor Day Races at Huntsville Botanical Garden, taking place on Saturday, April 25, 2026! Read more…

Huntsville Botanical Garden unveils fourth annual Wedding Expo

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (Jan. 15, 2026) – Whether you are starting your wedding planning journey, or you are tying up loose ends before the big day, Huntsville Botanical Garden (HBG) wants you to say “I do!” to attending the fourth annual Wedding Expo hosted at the Garden on Sunday, Feb. 22, from noon-4 p.m.

Attendees will be able to discover everything essential for planning a wedding, all in one place, up close and in person. The event will take place indoors across three of the Garden’s stunning wedding venues, including the Isenberg Grand Hall, the Conservatory, and the Carriage House. Tickets also include full-day access to the Garden and free parking. Read more…