Ease into your Friday evenings at Golden Hour, a relaxed summer series where music, nature, and community come together as the sun begins to set. From May through September, enjoy live music, picnics, and time with friends surrounded by the Garden’s natural beauty.

On the third Friday of May through August, Golden Hour expands with Third Fridays—featuring a curated mini market of local makers that brings even more creativity and community to the evening.

New this year: Thanks to the support of the Huntsville Music Office and the City of Huntsville’s Office of Multicultural Affairs, admission is free during Golden Hour beginning at 5:00 p.m. through closing.

Guests of all ages will enjoy sharing in the magic of safely releasing live butterflies into the Purdy Butterfly House. This program begins with a brief presentation about butterflies and their habitat, followed by taking part in the safe restoration of our indoor butterfly population. Click here to find an upcoming release.

Spend a summer morning surrounded by the vibrant beauty of blooming daylilies and the simple joy of a picnic in the Garden. Join us for the Daylily Open House and Picnic, a relaxed, come-and-go experience nestled within the Van Valkenburgh Daylily Garden.

Calling all Swif-teas! Step into your favorite era and join us for Taylor Swif-tea – a tea experience inspired by the 12 studio albums that have defined two decades of Taylor Swift’s music and storytelling. Each table is thoughtfully styled to reflect a different album era, creating a whimsical setting where friendship bracelets sparkle, lyrics become conversation starters, and fellow Swifties gather to celebrate.

Get ready for an afternoon of laughter, friendly competition, and unforgettable family memories at Huntsville Botanical Garden’s Family Field Day — supported by the YMCA.

Welcome the official start of summer with an evening of music, connection, and nature at our open-air Summer Solstice Concert. Featuring live performances by the Southern Strings ensemble, this event brings the beauty of classical music to the Garden’s outdoor Amphitheatre.

Mirth, mischief, love, and fairies await. Join us at the Carriage House for Midsummer Night’s Tea — an enchanting afternoon tea inspired by the whimsical world of A Midsummer Night’s Dream.

Experience the magic of Shakespeare like never before—outdoors, at sundown, and surrounded by the natural beauty of Huntsville Botanical Garden. Shakespeare in the Garden returns for another unforgettable summer of live theater under the stars.