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OCTOBER, NOVEMBER, DECEMBER!
WIRED LIFE” Metal Sculpture through
November 17.
HAY MAZE” opens October 19-January 1.
H-E-B’s “Texas Recycles” November 15-17.
“Holly-Days at the Gardens” opens November 29/30, continuing December 6/7, 13/14, 20/21 

EVENTS ON TAP

“HAUNTED TRAIL” tickets now ONLINE!

Last year’s HAUNTED TRAIL was a horrific hit! In the dark of night, October 18 or 19, take a frightful, treacherous walk along the Nature Trail, through ravines where no one knows what might jump out. You won’t be alone! Gardens staff—the ones who take care of the snakes–will be guiding you, with a hayride back for light refreshments—and interactions with our newest animals in the Reptile Room! Tickets are ONLINE now for $20 each.

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Hay, It’s a MAZE! 

Ocean Drive Garden Club partners with Gardens for 4th HAY MAZE, opening Saturday, October 19! Geared to children, 120 bales of hay builds a maze challenging young sense of direction, as they wind their way through, searching for the Exit. This “hay-mazing adventure”, located near Yellow Treehouse, is open 9 am-6 pm, celebrating fall, changing to Holiday theme after Halloween!

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MOONLIGHT CROWD enjoys luau,roast pig, music and hula!

More than 500 guests dressed in colorful Hawaiian dresses and shirts enjoyed the Botanical Gardens tropical collections, food samplings from nine restaurants, signature Blue Hawaiians, a butterfly release, silent auction, “Aloha Dave & the Tourists” and hula dancing with the “Pacific Islanders,” Friday, October 4, at MOONLIGHT LUAU in the GARDENS! The 16 annual signature fundraiser drew veteran Moonlighters, first-timers, VIPs, candidates, plus corporate and personal sponsors. CITGO was Presenting Sponsor for the 10th year. SEE MORE for photos of the fun…

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PRIVATE ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS—parrots back!

PRIVATE ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS—parrots back! PRIVATE ENCOUNTERS now for longer time periods, either parrots or reptiles! Small groups can enjoy fun interactions with either THREE parrots or THREE reptiles (USDA regulations), with guests holding each animal, giving them snacks, taking photos in private setting. A great party, birthday, anniversary, or friend treat! Fees go to our Veterinary Fund!

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SATURDAY MORNING CLASS SCHEDULE: Horticulture & Environmental Education

For your convenience, we’re providing a schedule of SATURDAY MORNING Horticulture & Environmental Education classes! All begin at 9:30 am, Education Station classroom, with spaced seating for 40. Unless noted, all are covered by that day’s general admission, membership, or $5 each. Educational, fun, meet new friends. Make your reservation at 361- 852-2100.

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WEEKEND ANIMAL EVENTS

Guests visiting Saturdays or Sundays are treated to REP-TALES,10:30 am, on the lawn area. “Kids” of all ages learn relationships between resident reptiles and adapted reptiles we’ve accepted as rescues. Never touched an Iguana? Now’s your chance! If you child isn’t shy, you won’t be either!

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EXPLORE...

…bloom-filled conservatories,  majestic rose pavilion,
butterfly house, architecturally-unique garden design, tropical plumeria grove—plus mesquite-lined nature trail, rustic Palapa Grande and wetland boardwalk. You’ll love the beauty-versus-beast contrasts at this 182-acre botanical and nature domain, like our parrots and reptiles.

LEARN...

…through field trips, nature camps, birdwatching, animal interactions, horticulture classes and workshops, winter lectures, “Blooming in the Gardens,” plant and landscape displays, family visits! Environmental education through nature tourism explains benefits of learning to better share our ecosystem with plant and wildlife. 

CONSERVE...

…our urban oasis of native habitat and natural wetlands on Oso Creek.  Our conservation programs involving plants, wildlife and water, include: Endangered Slender Rush Pea, Black-Laced Cactus colonies, Pockets of Wildlife Habitat along Oso Creek, Native Grasses: Highly Structured, Managed & Natural.

RENT...

…both scenic floral, or more casual outdoor venues—
as well as comfortable indoor spaces are available for MEMBERS to rent throughout the year. Rental occasions have included weddings, bridal and baby showers, birthdays, grad parties, corporate or club meetings, team-building functions, local events, lectures or classes, memorial services, during or after regular hours!

Support Your Gardens
It Pays to Join

A botanical garden cannot thrive or grow, without members!

Personal and corporate memberships
supply substantial annual operating funds.
In return, members get valuable benefits
which outweigh yearly dues contribution—
like RECIPROCAL FREE ADMISSION to 340 other gardens,
14 of them in Texas! 

for Categories and amazing benefits!

Needed Now, Grants, Donations, Planned Giving

There are many ways to donate and support your Botanical Gardens—
from Unrestricted Gifts, Current Needs, sponsoring an event,
funding an exhibit, a water feature—or even a building!
Most donations are given in the present; while some are planned
as a legacy gift, or “Planned Giving.”
No matter the size or timing, every contribution improves visitor experience, brings more visitors, more donors, and GROWS your Gardens!

easy ways to give; or donor suggestions to discuss
with your tax consultant, financial advisor or estate attorney.