Birds, Blooms & Books

Spread your wings and explore the wonderful world of birds during Birds Houston’s Bird Week!

Join us for Birds, Blooms & Books, a special family-friendly morning celebrating our feathered friends and the habitats they call home. Start with a guided Garden walk to discover birds among the blooms and learn how plants provide food, shelter, and nesting spaces for wildlife. Young birders can borrow kid-friendly binoculars to spot birds throughout the Garden.

Afterward, enjoy a bird-themed story time presented by Houston Public Library’s Park Place Branch, followed by hands-on arts and crafts inspired by the birds of Houston. This fun and educational program encourages children and families to connect with local wildlife while learning simple ways to help protect birds and their habitats.

Schedule:

• 10:00 a.m. – Birds & Blooms Walk with Horticulturist Laura Webb
• 10:30 a.m. – Bird-themed Story Time with Houston Public Library
• 11:00 a.m. – Bird-themed Arts & Crafts

While the event concludes at 11:30 a.m., guests are welcome to continue exploring the Garden for the remainder of the day.

Fifty (50) free admissions are available for each story time, on a first-come, first-served basis. While they last, free tickets can be requested at the ticket window upon arrival. If / when the 50 free tickets are requested, additional guests are welcome, if they pay general admission ($12/adult, $8/child/student/senior/military) or show a food assistance card (SNAP benefits) and photo ID to qualify for the Museums for All program (which offers up to four $3 admissions per card).

Houston Botanic Garden offers free parking for daytime events, which are held rain or shine.