The Houston Botanic Garden is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with last entry at 4:30 p.m.
EVENTS

Nocturnal Navigators

Summer Saturdays at Houston's Garden

WHEN
August 1, 2026 6:00 pm -
August 1, 2026 9:30 pm

Join us for crafts, presentations, and garden walks designed to help you learn more about and search for the moths and bats that play key roles in the ecosystem after dark.

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

Schedule:

  • 6-9 p.m. – Craft and information booths
  • 6-7 p.m. – All About Bats presentation (Culinary Garden Tent)
  • 7-8 p.m. – Moon Gardens presentation (Culinary Garden Tent)
  • 8-9:30 p.m. – Lighted stations for moth viewing and bat detectors

*South Garden, including Susan Garver Family Discovery Garden, will close at 8 p.m.

What to bring:

  • Refillable water bottle 


What to wear:

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

Houston Botanic Garden offers free parking for Summer Saturdays programs.

Upcoming Events

Fun with Plants
October 3, 2026 1:00 pm
In Partnership with MECA
October 11, 2026 9:00 am
With Park Place Regional Library
October 16, 2026 10:30 am
Dogs in Costumes
October 18, 2026 9:00 am
Hosted by Gamma Alpha Psi
October 18, 2026 3:00 pm
Family Craft Time
October 24, 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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