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 Free Programs

Join us in the WOW Children’s Garden for free programs for NBG Members! All programs are included with your membership and recommended for ages 3+ with chaperone participation. NBG members must pre-register their tickets online, and show their membership for entry into the Garden. It is highly suggested participants bring a towel or blanket to sit on for the duration of the program.
Pre-registration is required. Space is limited to the first 15 children. Click on the calendar dates below to register. NBG Member programs do not require an additional timed ticket to visit the Garden.
- WOW Winter Wednesdays | 10AM on Wednesdays in February | Go on a walking adventure to learn about the Garden in winter.
- Tunes For Tots | 10AM on Wednesdays in March | Shake, rattle, and roll with us as you play instruments and learn about sound and rhythm.
- Tales For Tots | 10AM on Wednesdays in April | Complete a themed story, craft, and walking tour through areas of the Garden.
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, every attempt will be made to contact all pre-registered participants by phone or email.
- All programs will be held rain or shine unless notified otherwise.
Upcoming Children & Family Programs
Little Sprout Explorers: Nature Numbers02/06/2023 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Homeschool Garden Science: Winter Critters02/07/2023 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
WOW Winter Wednesdays02/08/2023 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Little Sprout Explorers: Plant Patterns02/13/2023 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Homeschool Garden Science: We Love STEM!02/14/2023 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
WOW Winter Wednesdays02/15/2023 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Great Backyard Bird Count – Day 102/17/2023 | 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Great Backyard Bird Count – Day 202/18/2023 | 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Great Backyard Bird Count – Day 302/19/2023 | 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Little Sprout Explorers: Garden ABCs02/20/2023 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Homeschool Garden Science: Soil Science02/21/2023 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
WOW Winter Wednesdays02/22/2023 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Little Sprout Explorers: Nature Shapes02/27/2023 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Homeschool Garden Science: Tropical Trek02/28/2023 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Tunes For Tots03/01/2023 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Tunes For Tots03/08/2023 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Into the Woods Adventure Day03/11/2023 | 11:00 am - 3:30 pm
Tunes For Tots03/15/2023 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Family Twilight Trek03/17/2023 | 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Tunes For Tots03/22/2023 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Into the Wild Adventure Day03/25/2023 | 11:00 am - 3:30 pm
Tunes For Tots03/29/2023 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Family Twilight Trek03/31/2023 | 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Girl Scout Math in Nature Day04/02/2023 | 11:00 am - 3:30 pm
Tales For Tots04/05/2023 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Tales For Tots04/12/2023 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
NBG Homeschool Day!04/14/2023 | 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Family Twilight Trek04/14/2023 | 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Tales For Tots04/19/2023 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Tales For Tots04/26/2023 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am