Norfolk Botanical Garden

10/20/2026

Learn more about the original Gardeners and new names that were celebrated during our annual WPA Heritage Day Celebration last month.

Thank you to Jason Walsh for putting this video together for us!

10/15/2026

Join our Garden ghouls and goblins for Trick ‘r Trees: a family-friendly evening of games, crafts, and light trick or treating!

Reserve Your Spot Today:
Night 1: https://tinyurl.com/night1-oct22
Night 2: https://tinyurl.com/night-2-oct23

10/15/2026

Looking for a Holiday Gig? 🎄🎁 Want to make some holiday magic this season? Join our team at the Dominion energy Garden of Lights! We’re looking for cheerful, dependable team members to help make the season merry and bright. 🦌✨

We're looking for
🎟️ Ticket Scanners | 🚗 Parking Crew | 🧝 Elves | and more!

Make some extra holiday cash, enjoy a fun and festive atmosphere and be a part of a magical holiday experience. Tag a friend who would make the perfect holiday elf. Interested? Apply today!

https://norfolkbotanicalgarden.org/open-positions/

10/14/2026

Get ready for Girl Scout Outdoor Art Day, Saturday, October 17 from 11AM-3:30PM

Let autumn in the Garden inspire you as you complete your Outdoor Art badge requirements!

Sign Up Today: https://norfolkbotanicalgarden.org/events/girl-scout-outdoor-art-day-oct17/

10/13/2026

Join Norfolk Botanical Garden and other area museums and cultural organizations on Friday, October 16 from 4:30-8PM for evening of light refreshments, networking opportunities, breakout sessions, and Conservatory tours to kick-off the 2026-2027 school year.

Sign up: https://norfolkbotanicalgarden.org/teacher-professional-development/

10/09/2026

Get a bird’s-eye view of the magic of the Dominion Energy Garden of Lights coming to life! 🎄💡 Our lovely staff member Bridget captured a behind-the-scenes look at the Garden from a perspective most guests never get to see, a high up in the trees view of our Shady Woods garden!

Did you know our spectacular light show is brought to life by our very own Garden staff? It takes a whole lot of teamwork to make the magic happen, and we couldn’t do it without their hard work and dedication! ❤️

✨ Tickets are on sale now! Reserve your date before your preferred night sells out: https://norfolkbotanicalgarden.org/dominion-energy-garden-lights/

10/08/2026

TICKETS ON SALE NOW! 🎄🔔
Don’t miss The Dominion Energy Garden of Lights as the Garden transforms into an enchanting world of light, color and wonder. This nationally award-winning experience is one you won’t want to miss!

Gather your favorite people and pick your date. Spots are LIMITED and will sell out so reserve your preferred day: https://norfolkbotanicalgarden.org/dominion-energy-garden-lights/

New addition: Barks & Bulbs 🐶 – Two Nights every week! Sunday & Wednesday Sponsored by TowneBank

Thank you to our sponsors:
Presenting Sponsor: Dominion Energy
Community Sponsor: Dollar Tree
Media Partner: 13News Now - WVEC

10/06/2026

September marked an exciting milestone as our Garden of Tomorrow Project came to life with new experiences!

Including 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙋𝙚𝙧𝙧𝙮 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙚𝙧𝙫𝙖𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙮, 𝘽𝙧𝙤𝙘𝙠 𝙀𝙣𝙩𝙧𝙮 𝙋𝙖𝙫𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙤𝙣, 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙍𝙀𝙀𝘿𝙎 𝘽𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙤, 𝘽𝙧𝙤𝙘𝙠 𝙀𝙣𝙫𝙞𝙧𝙤𝙣𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙡 𝙀𝙙𝙪𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝘾𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧, 𝙆𝙖𝙮 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝘼𝙡 𝘼𝙗𝙞𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙎𝙠𝙮𝙬𝙖𝙡𝙠, 𝘽𝙖𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙣 𝙎𝙠𝙮 𝙈𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙤𝙬, 𝙎𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙖 𝙋𝙡𝙖𝙯𝙖, and 𝙏𝙤𝙬𝙣𝙚𝘽𝙖𝙣𝙠 𝙂𝙖𝙧𝙙𝙚𝙣𝙨 there is so much to celebrate and explore.

This has been an incredible journey, and we couldn’t have reached this milestone without the dedication of our NBG Board of Directors, staff and the incredible support of our donors.

A special thank you to the City of Norfolk Government for your support and these great photos!

Thank you to our Ribbon Cutting Sponsors:
🏆 Platinum: Dills Architects
🥇 Gold: Bank of America

Thank you to our Opening Weekend Celebration Sponsors:
🏆 Platinum: Dills Architects
🥇 Gold: Bank of America
🥉 Bronze: Hercules Fence, Rivers Casino Portsmouth, and Eide Bailly

Here’s to an exciting new chapter at Norfolk Botanical Garden! 💚

10/06/2026

Get ready for Homeschool Day: Fall in the Garden this Friday, October 9 from 10AM-3:30PM. Join us to complete STEAM-inspired guided and self-guided activities while celebrating fall in the Garden.

10/09/2026 @ 10:00 am - 3:30 pm - Nature Education Program

10/04/2026

It might be a drizzly kind of day, but why not venture out to the Garden!

🍂 🌳 Fall Plant Sale opens at 10am (last day)

🌴 Head to the Tropics and visit the New Perry Conservatory

☕️ Have a delicious cup of coffee and a bit to eat in the NEW REEDS BISTRO.

If the rain stays away, discover the Garden’s other outdoor gardens. 🌹

Check out our Fall Plant List

https://norfolkbotanicalgarden.org/fall-plant-sale/