Events
Discover garden events and plant focused experiences at our partner gardens throughout BC!
Biodiversity Days 2026
Biodiversity Days is a month-long event in May, to honour the International Day for Biological Diversity (May 22) with a…
Fleurs de Villes WONDER
Fleurs de Villes WONDER at VanDusen Botanical Garden – a fresh floral celebration of the awe-inspiring natural wonders of our…
Fairy Houses
Every Summer Solstice the Milner Fairy Houses become visible to the human eye. Come explore the Gardens and witness the…
Journey Along the Silk Road
Celebrate 40 years of cultural connection at an immersive anniversary gala within the Garden walls, for the first time in…
Spring Photo Contest
This spring, we invite you to capture the blossoming beauty of UBC Botanical Garden and Nitobe Memorial Garden.As cherry trees…
Artisan Market
Parksville Museum is excited to host the Second Sundays Artisan Markets — happening the second Sunday of each month from…
Night Illuminations
As dusk falls, the Gardens come alive with enchanting Night Illumination. More than 3,000 delicate lights transform the landscape into…
The Peony Market
A beautiful summer evening awaits…Join us for an evening at the Peony Market – a beautiful outdoor market surrounded by…
Children’s Garden Gnome Hunt
Ten garden gnomes have escaped from The Seed & Gift Store and are hiding throughout the gardens.From Friday, June 19…
Summer Entertainment
Take in live performances from the open-air stage.Enjoy captivating performances starting at 8:00pm in July and 7:30pm in August, with…
Fireworks Saturdays
Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy a world-class firework show with your friends and family. Each show features…
The Wailin’ Jennys Concert
The Butchart Gardens proudly presents The Wailin’ Jennys.Experience the soaring harmonies and magnetic presence of The Wailin’ Jennys, the internationally…
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