Bring Your Own Picnic

By popular demand, for one night only, the Garden will waive its “no picnics” rule so visitors can curate their own culinary experience during golden hour in a picturesque spot in the Garden.

Ready-to-eat picnics (in baskets and/or coolers) and non-alcoholic beverages in non-glass containers are welcome. The Garden Shop does stock a small selection of light snacks and cold beverages for purchase, as well. Grills / heating devices, alcoholic beverages, and glass containers are prohibited.

Visitors participating in Bring Your Own Picnic should be prepared to pack out everything they pack in, including trash, as trash can space is limited. Blankets and tarps are welcome on mowed lawns outside display gardens. Please refrain from stepping into or trampling plants in beds. Visitors can also utilize tables and chairs where they find them. Wide scale movement of Garden furnishings is not allowed.

Non-member Ticket Price: $12/adult, $8/child/student/senior/military
Member Ticket Price: $0 (included in general admission benefit of membership level)

What to bring:

• Refillable water bottle
• Blanket or tarp
• Trash bag for packing out your picnic waste 

What to wear:

• Comfortable, breathable clothing for summer weather
• Comfortable walking shoes