The Houston Botanic Garden is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Veteran's Day (Nov. 11). Veterans and their families receive the Garden's $4/ticket military discount.
EVENTS

Birds, Blooms & Books

Houston Bird Week

WHEN
September 25, 2026 10:00 am -
September 25, 2026 11:30 am
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.

Upcoming Events

In Partnership with H-E-B
November 13, 2026 9:00 am
In Partnership with H-E-B
November 14, 2026 9:00 am
A Family Adventure
November 14, 2026 10:00 am
In Partnership with H-E-B
November 15, 2026 9:00 am
With Park Place Regional Library
November 20, 2026 10:30 am
Gardening 101
November 21, 2026 10:00 am

Our Mission

Enriching life through discovery, education, and the conservation of plants and the natural environment.

Hours

DAYTIME GENERAL ADMISSION
9:00 am — 5:00 pm Daily
*last entry 30 minutes prior to closing

Garden Entrance

One Botanic Lane
Houston, TX 77017

Mailing Address

8205 N. Bayou Drive
Houston, TX 77017

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