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The State Botanical Garden will begin closing daily at 4 p.m. on Nov. 10 in preparation for Winter WonderLights. The early closing time will continue until Jan. 18, 2027.

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  • Thu 12

    Nature Ramblers

    Thursday, November 12 | 9:00 am - 10:30 am Nature Ramblers
    Shade Garden Arbor 2450 S. Milledge Avenue, Athens, GA, United States

    Free Leaders rotate among a group of local naturalists and biologists, featuring guest guides. Meet at children’s garden arbor. Join the Nature Ramblers to learn more about the natural areas,...

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  • Thu 12

    Winter WonderLights Season Premiere

    Thursday, November 12 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Winter WonderLights
    State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S Milledge Ave, Athens

    Join us as we kick off this year’s Winter WonderLights with a Season Premiere party! Be among the first to experience Winter WonderLights during a special evening in the garden...

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    $75
  • Fri 13

    Garden Closed until 11:30 a.m.

    Friday, November 13
    Entire Garden 2450 S Milledge Ave, Athens

    The State Botanical Garden will be closed until 11:30 a.m. on Friday, November 13, 2026, for a special event.

  • Sat 14

    Invasive Plant Control Strategies, Techniques, Tips, Tricks and Tools!  

    Saturday, November 14 | 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
    Virtual Lecture – Zoom

    Gary Crider, invasive plant control specialist This class will detail safe, practical and effective control methods for three critical species: Japanese Stiltgrass, English Ivy and Chinese Privet. With the right...

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  • Thu 19

    Nature Ramblers

    Thursday, November 19 | 9:00 am - 10:30 am Nature Ramblers
    Shade Garden Arbor 2450 S. Milledge Avenue, Athens, GA, United States

    Free Leaders rotate among a group of local naturalists and biologists, featuring guest guides. Meet at children’s garden arbor. Join the Nature Ramblers to learn more about the natural areas,...

    Learn More
  • Thu 19

    Winter WonderLights

    Thursday, November 19 | 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm Winter WonderLights
    State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S Milledge Ave, Athens

    This winter, visitors can experience the State Botanical Garden of Georgia at the University of Georgia as it transforms into a wonderland of lights for the sixth year of Winter...

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  • Fri 20

    Winter WonderLights

    Friday, November 20 | 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm Winter WonderLights
    State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S Milledge Ave, Athens

    This winter, visitors can experience the State Botanical Garden of Georgia at the University of Georgia as it transforms into a wonderland of lights for the sixth year of Winter...

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  • Sat 21

    Winter WonderLights

    Saturday, November 21 | 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm Winter WonderLights
    State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S Milledge Ave, Athens

    This winter, visitors can experience the State Botanical Garden of Georgia at the University of Georgia as it transforms into a wonderland of lights for the sixth year of Winter...

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  • Sun 22

    Museum Tour

    Sunday, November 22 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Museum Tour
    Porcelain and Decorative Arts Museum – Classroom 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, Georgia, United States

    Join us at 12 p.m. every Sunday for an in-depth, one-hour tour of the State Botanical Garden’s Porcelain and Decorative Arts Museum. These tours are led by docents, museum assistants...

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    $5 – $20
  • Sun 22

    Winter WonderLights

    Sunday, November 22 | 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm Winter WonderLights
    State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S Milledge Ave, Athens

    This winter, visitors can experience the State Botanical Garden of Georgia at the University of Georgia as it transforms into a wonderland of lights for the sixth year of Winter...

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  • Tue 24

    Tuesday Tour

    Tuesday, November 24 | 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Tuesday Tour
    Porcelain and Decorative Arts Museum – Classroom 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, Georgia, United States

    Join us at 2 p.m. every Tuesday for an in-depth, one-hour tour of the State Botanical Garden's Porcelain and Decorative Arts Museum. These tours are led by the curator or...

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    $5
  • Wed 25

    Winter WonderLights

    Wednesday, November 25 | 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm Winter WonderLights
    State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S Milledge Ave, Athens

    This winter, visitors can experience the State Botanical Garden of Georgia at the University of Georgia as it transforms into a wonderland of lights for the sixth year of Winter...

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706-542-1244
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