Join Chris Carmichael in search of both resident and migrant birds in the Garden's many bird friendly micro habitats. Both beginning and experienced bird watchers are welcome. Rain or shine, dress in layers.
We suggest bringing binoculars if you have them, and layers in case it is a chilly morning. Heavy rain cancels this walk.
ATTENTION MEMBERS: Get $5 off Registration fee when you Sign In above. Your discount will be automatically applied at check out if properly signed-in with email address displayed. Need help? Email gardenprograms@berkeley.edu
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Cancellation Policy: Notification two weeks prior to program receives full refund; less than two weeks receives a one-time credit toward another Garden program to be used within 90 days; less than 48 hours from program start, no refunds or credit will be given for cancellations or absences. In the event that the Garden has to cancel a program you will be offered a full refund or the option to transfer to another program.
You are invited to participate in Integral Taiji & Qigong classes at the UC Botanical Garden. Our classes will focus on somatic, psycho-spiritual, ecological, and cosmological dimensions of taiji (tai chi) and qigong. We will practice standing meditation, walking meditation, the Microcosmic Orbit, Tai Chi Ruler, the Eight Treasures, cleansing the internal organs, embodying the elements, tai chi dance, push hands, the Yang style slow form, and more. Everyone is invited to participate, regardless of prior experience.
We invite members and their guests to enjoy the Garden at "the golden hour" on Tuesday, June 25th, from 5:00–7:00 pm. You are welcome to bring your own picnic, beverages, and a blanket to relax on the lawn or find a bench or picnic table.
The Arid House, and the Orchid, Fern & Carnivorous House will be open.
Reservations are mandatory to help us manage staffing, parking, and other logistics. Each membership level may bring up to 6 guests.
For any registration questions please contact gardenmembership@berkeley.edu
Please carpool or consider a ride-share as parking is very limited.
Once the event sells out please email: gardenmembership@berkeley.edu to request putting your name on the wailtist.
Please note: If you are having difficulty registering, updating your password or have not received confirmation for a purchase, please contact the membership department: gardenmembership@berkeley.edu, (510) 643-1924.
Accessibility inquiries: please email gardenmembership@berkeley.edu or call (510) 643-1924 seven business days in advance. Thank you.
We hope you enjoy the Garden afterhours!
EARLY UCBG MEMBER REGISTRATION BEGINS ON: Tuesday, January 14 at 9:00 AM.
For early access you must have an active UCBG Membership and be registered with our online ticketing system to enable membership verification. Sign In at the top of the page with membership email and the password you created to enable registration.
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Green Stuff is a week-long summer science day-camp where children explore plants from around the world through walks and creek discoveries, hands-on investigations, crafts, journaling, animal studies, gardening, and lots more. Please make sure you are selecting the correct grade level for your child.
By registering for camp, you are agreeing to the camp information and policies for 2025 outlined on our webpage here.
***IMPORTANT REGISTRATION INFORMATION***
Enter the CHILD's name as "Registrant" and use their home contact information and emergency contact email address.
This is set to automatically populate the Personal Information window at check-out on the next page. On the check-out page "Personal Information" window, please be sure to REPLACE the child's name with YOUR name and contact information as the purchaser for check-out.
Registration is limited to only 1 week per camper. This allows us to offer the camp experience to as many families as possible. Please only enroll your child in one week.
THIS IS TO SIGN UP FOR OUR WAITLIST ONLY.
YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED IF A REGISTRATION SPOT BECOMES AVAILABLE FOR THIS WEEK OF CAMP.
"Aftercare" extends our Green Stuff summer camp day for rising Grades 1-2 campers an extra hour to 3pm. Enrichment activities are based on experiences from the day and individual camper interests.
(Aftercare can bridge the hour between younger camper end-time (2:00pm) and older camper end-time (3:00pm) for parents with children in both age groups.)
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Please email gardenmembership@berkeley.edu with questions.
Access coordinator: Mary Canales, marycanales@berkeley.edu,510-643-1924
Cancellation Policy: Notification two weeks prior to program receives full refund; less than two weeks receives a one-time credit toward another Garden program to be used within 90 days; less than 48 hours from program start, no refunds or credit will be given for cancellations or absences.
In the event that the Garden has to cancel a program you will be offered a full refund or the option to transfer to another program.
Please ignore the "Tickets" options
Winter offers us a bounty of beautiful fruit and flowers to illustrate!
Pomegranates, berries, rosehips, and simple roses are among the subjects that will be provided. Catherine will teach you her ‘10 Stages of a Botanical Painting’ to create luminous subjects. After careful observation, you will measure and draw, learn to mix and build layers of rich colors to capture the form and texture.
All levels are welcome and students may use watercolor or colored pencils.
Click here for the Supply List for this class. You have the option to rent materials with a $12 fee payable in cash to the instructor on
the day of the class by selecting "Rent Materials" with your registration.
Cancellation Policy: Notification two weeks prior to program receives full refund. If you find you cannot attend less than 2 weeks prior to event, you may transfer your registration to someone else by having them use your name at check-in. In the event that the Garden has to cancel a program you will be offered a full refund or the option to transfer to another program.
ATTENTION MEMBERS: Get $5 off Registration when you Sign In above. Your discount will be automatically applied at check out if properly signed-in with email address displayed. Need help? Email gardenprograms@berkeley.edu
Join our butterfly docent specialist Sally Levinson and Andy Liu for a guided walk through the Garden in search of butterflies, as you learn about their plant relationships and amazing life cycle. Bring binoculars if you have them.
Registered children welcome. Pre-registration is required, space is limited. Groups larger than 6 people, please contact us to make separate arrangements for a private tour.
This walk follows uneven terrain, with areas of paved and unpaved trail. For accessibility inquiries, please email gardenprograms@berkeley.edu, or call 510-664-7606.
All program fees include same-day admission to the Garden, rain or shine.
“The 34-acre UC Botanical Garden at Berkeley is a wonderful destination on any day of the year, but the guided butterfly walks held each month are pure magic.” -Featured in the Mercury News
ATTENTION MEMBERS: Get $4 off Registration ($14) when you Sign In above. Your discount will be automatically applied at check out if properly signed-in with email address displayed. Need help? Email gardenprograms@berkeley.edu
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Cancellation Policy: Notification two weeks prior to program receives full refund. If you find you cannot attend less than 2 weeks prior to event, you may transfer your registration to someone else by having them use your name at check-in. In the event that the Garden has to cancel a program you will be offered a full refund or the option to transfer to another program.
CANCELLATION POLICY
All concert ticket sales are final and non-refundable. The value is not transferable to another concert or program.
In the event you are unable to attend the concert, you are welcome to allow someone else to take your spot. The recipient will have to use the ticket purchaser's name for admittance.
Absolutely no ticket selling or transfers allowed at the Botanical Garden, including the parking lot.
We appreciate knowing if your tickets will not be used; please email us at gardenprograms@berkeley.edu (We use these for the band guest list.)
PARKING AT THE BOTANICAL GARDEN IS NOT GUARANTEED. The adjacent UC parking lot ($1.50/hr) has only 70 spaces - rideshare and carpooling are highly encouraged. A UC Berkeley campus shuttle is available from overflow parking at LHS but departs every 30 minutes. Last ride back up is at 7:07pm. Please plan accordingly!
CONCERT INFORMATION AND TICKET POLICIES
All tickets are by registration; no physical tickets available.
Your name and number of tickets will be on the check-in list available at the Kiosk and Grove Gate.
Ticket includes admission to the main Botanical Garden collections before it closes at 5:00pm. (With the exception of Tuesday shows--the Garden is closed on Tuesdays.)
Redwood Grove Gate opens at 5pm. Show starts promptly at 5:30pm (unless otherwise noted).
Seating is general admission wood bench amphitheater. (Stadium chairs are great; no lawn chairs)
Please contact us in advance if you will need a wheelchair spot with companion chairs or other accommodation.
Picnics welcome. No concessions provided (unless otherwise noted).
Warm clothes recommended.
The selected time indicates your window for arrival. You may stay until the Garden closes at 5:00pm. If you miss your arrival time, please note that the last Garden admittance is at 4:30pm.
Click "Choose other dates" and "Choose other times" to change to your desired entry date and time above.
Dates beyond the next 6 weeks are released every Thursday. Check back for dates further out.
UCBG Members receive free admission, no reservation required. Purchase Membership here, then come enjoy your visit, including 9am-10am UCBG Members Only Hour!
WELCOME TO THE UC BOTANICAL GARDEN!
Before you purchase your reservation, please read our Visitor Guidelines for rules, service animal policy, and a list of prohibited items.
Accessibility: We welcome all visitors and are actively working on accessibility improvements. Given the natural terrain of our historic location, not all areas are accessible. Please visit our Accessibility page to learn more.
Directions & Parking information can be found on our website.
Groups: Bringing a group of people? Consider scheduling a Group Visit.
Need help? Email garden@berkeley.edu or call 510-643-2755.