Spring at Brooklyn Botanic Garden
Don’t miss the welcome return of daffodils, cherry blossoms, crabapples, bluebells, and more! Extended hours and new programs let visitors make the most of this special season. Advance tickets recommended. Free admission for members.
Seasonal Hours
April 1–May 11, 2025: Brooklyn Botanic Garden in Bloom
- Open early! Friday–Sunday: 8 a.m.–6 p.m.
- Open early & late! Tuesday–Thursday: 8 a.m.–8 p.m. (except April 22–25, closing at 4 p.m. for ticketed Hanami Nights programming)
- Closed Mondays
Star Magnolia
Magnolia stellata (star magnolia) on Magnolia Plaza.
The star magnolia is one of the first magnolias to bloom. Each blossom has a dozen or more thin, ribbonlike tepals.
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Cherry Blossoms
Cherry trees usually begin to flower in early April. An individual tree may only bloom for a week or two, depending on the weather. Of course, if they were in bloom all the time, they wouldn’t be so special.
Special events & programs
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Hanami Nights
Tuesday, April 22–Friday, April 25, 2025 | 5–8:30 p.m. | Ticketed Event
On these four special nights, guests can celebrate hanami—the Japanese tradition of experiencing the ephemeral beauty of cherry blossom season—beneath uplit trees on Cherry Esplanade, with live music and specialty food and drinks. Learn More about Hanami Nights
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Weekends in Bloom 2025
Weekends, April 26–May 11 | Events and times vary
Celebrate all the spring blooms at Brooklyn Botanic Garden with casual, pop-up music and dance performances, cultural programs, activities for kids and families, Garden tours, and more. Learn More about Weekends in Bloom 2025
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Spring Gala 2025
Tuesday, June 3, 2025 | 5:30–11:30 p.m. | Ticketed Event
Learn More about Spring Gala 2025
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Summer Solstice Celebration
Friday, June 20, 2025
Celebrate the longest day of the year with sunrise and sunset performances on Cherry Esplanade. Learn More about Summer Solstice Celebration
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Guided Tours
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Seasonal Highlights Tour
Wednesday–Sunday, March 12–April 13, 2025 | 1–2 p.m.
Tuesday–Sunday, April 15–May 25 | 1–2 p.m.Discover spring blooms and other highlights of the season in this free walk led by trained Garden Guides. Learn More about Seasonal Highlights Tour
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Memory Program for Individuals with Memory Loss and Their Caregivers
April 12, April 25, May 13, September 9, October 16, November 6 & December 12, 2025
Join us for a special guided tour designed for individuals with memory loss and their caregivers. Learn More about Memory Program for Individuals with Memory Loss and Their Caregivers
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Recorrido por lo más sobresaliente de la estación/Seasonal Highlights Tour in Spanish
Sábado, 26 de abril, 17 y 18 de mayo, 1 de junio de 2025
Descubra las plantas y los jardines que están en pico de floración, así como otros puntos sobresalientes de la estación, en esta caminata gratuita dirigida por guías capacitados del jardín. Learn More about Recorrido por lo más sobresaliente de la estación/Seasonal Highlights Tour in Spanish
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Family Activities
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Spring First Discoveries
Wednesdays & Fridays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | March 12–June 13, 2025 | Drop-in
Pot up a plant, create a craft, read a story, and use your senses to explore nature at special Discovery Garden activity stations designed for toddlers. Learn More about Spring First Discoveries
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Spring Family Discovery Weekends
Saturdays and Sundays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | April 12–June 8 | No programs April 20, May 24–25 | Drop-in
Hands-on stations throughout the garden’s meadow, woodland, and marsh habitats and in the vegetable garden encourage families to explore nature together. Learn More about Spring Family Discovery Weekends
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Spring Family Discovery Days
Select weekdays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Tuesday, April 15; Thursday, April 17; Tuesday, June 5 | Drop-in
Explore nature with hands-on activities alongside BBG volunteers in the Discovery Garden. Learn More about Spring Family Discovery Days
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Member Events
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Garden Circle Event: Blooming Trees Tour
Saturday, April 19, 2025 | 9:30 & 10 a.m. | Preregistration Required
Members of the Garden Circle are invited to join us for a Blooming Trees Tour. Learn More about Garden Circle Event: Blooming Trees Tour
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President’s Circle: Spring Blossoms Celebration
Monday, April 28, 2025 | 6–8 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Members of the President’s Circle are invited to a very special spring event on Cherry Esplanade. Learn More about President’s Circle: Spring Blossoms Celebration
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Signature Plant Pickup
Sunday, May 4, 2025 | 10 a.m.–1 p.m. & Tuesday, May 6, 2025 | 6–8:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Signature Plants are a benefit of membership at the Contributor level and above. Learn More about Signature Plant Pickup
