For any questions relating to our programs or our updated registration information, please email us at youthed@nbgs.org

Visit our BIRTHDAY PARTY page for information on hosting a child’s birthday party in the WOW Children’s Garden.

We also offer programs for GIRL SCOUTS and BOY SCOUTS!

To book a field trip for your school or organization, visit our SCHOOL PROGRAMS page.

NBG Member Exclusive Programs

Join us in the WOW Children’s Garden for free weekly programs for NBG Members! All programs are recommended for ages 3+ with chaperone participation. Themes vary weekly for each program. NBG members must pre-register their tickets online and show their membership for entry into the Garden. Chaperones are responsible for the behavior of their children.

Pre-registration is required. Space is limited to the first 15 children. Tickets for each month of themed programs will be available two weeks before the first date of the program. Click on the calendar dates below to register for a specific class.

  • Winter in the Garden| 10AM on Wednesdays and Thursdays in December | Meet in the WOW Children’s Garden to learn about how the Garden gets ready for winter.
  • Winter Wanderers | 10AM on Wednesdays and Thursdays in January and February | Go on a Garden walking adventure to complete weekly winter-inspired exploration and activities.
  • Tales for Tots | 10AM on Wednesdays and Thursdays in March and April | Meet in the WOW Children’s Garden to complete a craft and walking tour themed around some of our favorite garden storybooks.

Refund Policy

  • Cancellations 5 or more business days prior to the program start date: Refund, less 20% processing fee (minimum $5).
  • Cancellations 1-4 business days prior to the program start date: No Refund.
  • Programs canceled by the Garden due to low enrollment or inclement weather conditions will be refunded in full.  In the case of cancellations due to inclement weather, all registered guests will be contacted by phone or email.
  • All programs will be held rain or shine unless notified otherwise.

Upcoming Children & Family Programs

All series classes (Little Sprout Explorers, Homeschool Garden Science, Jr. Master Gardeners) are posted three weeks before their monthly series start date. 

Little Sprout Explorers: Conifers & Ferns
12/09/2024 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Homeschool Garden Science: Holiday Plants
12/10/2024 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Member Exclusive: Winter in the Garden
12/11/2024 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Member Exclusive: Winter in the Garden
12/12/2024 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Cookie Plates & Cocoa Mugs
12/14/2024 | 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Cookie Plates & Cocoa Mugs
12/15/2024 | 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Little Sprout Explorers: Leaves & Trees
12/16/2024 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Homeschool Garden Science: Christmas STEM
12/17/2024 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Member Exclusive: Winter in the Garden
12/18/2024 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Member Exclusive: Winter in the Garden
12/19/2024 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Holiday Nature Ornaments
12/21/2024 | 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Holiday Nature Ornaments
12/22/2024 | 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Garden Artists: Valentine’s Day Mugs
02/01/2025 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Great Backyard Bird Count – Day 1
02/15/2025 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Great Backyard Bird Count – Day 2
02/16/2025 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

The Outdoor Classroom Educator Workshop
03/01/2025 | 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Storybook Tea Party
03/08/2025 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Family Twilight Trek
03/14/2025 | 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Garden Artists: Shamrock Plates
03/15/2025 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Girl Scout Shapes in Nature Day
03/22/2025 | 11:00 am - 12:30 pm

Family Twilight Trek
03/28/2025 | 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Girl Scout Outdoor Art Day
04/05/2025 | 11:00 am - 12:30 pm

Family Twilight Trek
04/11/2025 | 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Storybook Tea Party
04/12/2025 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am

NEW DATE – Spring STEAM Homeschool Day!
04/18/2025 | 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Family Twilight Trek
04/25/2025 | 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Garden Artists: Fairy & Gnome Spring Homes
04/26/2025 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am