• Yacht Rock on the Oval Lawn

    Set sail on a smooth musical journey as Yacht Rock takes the stage at Bok Tower Gardens on Friday, February 27 at 7 p.m. This special Oval Lawn concert is free for members and included with general admission. Get ready for a trip down memory lane with pitch-perfect renditions of classics from Hall & Oates, […]

  • Silk Scarf Painting

    Celebrate Spring Bloom by creating beautiful silk scarves with artist Margie Picard. You will paint two silk scarves, measuring 11"" x 60"", using various techniques to apply dyes to silk. You will be amazed by the beauty and luxurious feel of the silk scarves you design! Though aprons will be available to use, please wear […]

  • Member Only Night – Spring in for a Member Mardi Gras Preview Party

    Members are invited to an exclusive evening at Bok Tower Gardens for the Member early access to the Spring Rootstock Plant Sale, featuring unique and hard-to-find plants. The evening will feature live music from The New Orleans Nighthawks Jazz Band from 5 to 7 p.m., and both the Blue Palmetto Café and The Shop at […]

  • Yoga in the Gardens

    Join us for a morning of bending, breathing and relaxing in the great outdoors. This inclusive class includes gentle yoga movements that move our spine in all directions, breathing techniques and extended relaxation infused with a sprinkling of yoga philosophy. All levels are welcome and beginners are encouraged to attend. Bring your yoga mat and […]

  • Rootstock Spring Plant Sale

    Spring in for Bok Tower Gardens’ Rootstock Plant Sale – a garden lover’s dream! Shop from the state's top plant vendors, take a hayride through the Pine Ridge Reserve and enjoy live music on The Terrace. March is the peak of spring bloom and there is no better way to celebrate than a day in […]

  • Plants and People: An Ethnobotany Walk with Horticulture Manager Taylor Walker

    Join Horticulture Manager Taylor Walker for a walking tour highlighting the diverse uses of native and introduced plants, from culinary delights to medicinal wonders. Unearth the fascinating connections between people and plants. The walk will begin at the Visitor Center rondel at 10:30. Event Date & Time Tuesday, March 10, 2026 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 […]

  • Spring Wine Walk

    Break out the leg warmers and crank up the synth—our Totally 80’s Wine Walk is serving up gnarly nostalgia with every sip! Sip, sample, and stroll through the Gardens as you groove to your favorite throwback hits, sampling 12 wines curated from the world’s top wine regions and handpicked by leading wine experts. At each […]

  • St. Patrick’s Day with The Musical Hammers

    Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Bok Tower Gardens with a spirited Celtic program by The Musical Hammers. This talented group of hammered dulcimer musicians brings energy and charm to every performance, blending their instruments with guitar, penny whistle, mandolin, banjo, psaltery, and even steel drum. Their lively repertoire spans Celtic jigs and hornpipes, Appalachian fiddle […]

  • Opening Day of the International Carillon Festival

    Get ready to kick off the International Carillon Festival with a day full of music, conversation, and springtime beauty! Start your morning at 10:00 a.m. with Meet the Carillonneurs — a lively Q&A in the theater where you can hear stories, insights, and inspirations from the artists themselves. From 11:00 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., enjoy […]

  • International Carillon Festival: Singing Bells and Singing Bowls: An All-New Musical Experience

    Discover the perfect harmony of music, mindfulness, and nature at Singing Bells & Singing Bowls, an all-new event during the 2026 International Carillon Festival at Bok Tower Gardens. This unique afternoon layers the enchanting melodies of the carillon with the meditative resonance of singing bowls, creating a deeply restorative experience for mind and spirit. What […]