September 2025
40th Anniversary Celebration
September 14 from 10 am to 4 pm
The New Jersey State Botanical Garden was dedicated by Governor Tom Kean on Sept. 15, 1985 for the perpetual enjoyment of the citizens of New Jersey.
Join us as we celebrate with hayrides, pumpkin painting and a fall plant sale!
October 2025
Audubon: Autumn Nature Walk
October 26 - 10 AM
Bergen County Audubon Society will lead a walk through the gardens and fields looking for late fall migrating birds as well as migrant and resident species that will spend the winter here in New Jersey. Meet at the Carriage House. Rain cancels. Free.
November 2025
Holiday Wreath Making
November 22 @ 10AM & 1PM
Two workshops - Sold Out
An annual tradition at NJBG! Learn how to decorate wreaths using a variety of fresh and dried materials. Reservations required.
December 2025
Holiday Open House
December 4 - 7
Evening Reception December 6 is Sold Out
The Manor will be decorated floor to ceiling for this year’s theme of "A Wonderful Holiday," It’s a warm and welcoming start to the holiday season.
Jersey Jubilation Handbell Choir
December 13 at 1:30 PM
Sold Out
Handbell musicians bring a high standard of handbell performance to the beautiful sounds of unique Holiday music arrangements.
January 2026
First Day Hike at NJBG
January 1 - 1 PM to 3:30 PM
Start the year off right with a First Day Hike.
February 2026
Audubon: Attracting Hummingbirds to Your Yard
February 22 1 PM
This event has been canceled.
March 2026
End of Winter Tree Walk
March 21
Join Rich Flynn, NJBG Head Landscape Designer, as he leads a walk which includes many of NJBG’s stunning specimens. Meet at the Carriage House; wear sturdy, comfortable shoes. Free.
Spring Wreath Making
March 21 - 10 AM
A cheerful and crafty way to welcome the season!
Reservations required.
Find out more »Audubon: Birding for Beginners
March 22 1 PM
Don Torino of the Bergen County Audubon Society offers a presentation with information on how to get started birding. The presentation will cover optics, bird identification and field guides. A walk follows the presentation weather permitting.