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Fri, May 17, 2024 4:00 pm
Member Appreciation Bee Bingo
Join us in Olbrich's Frautschi Family Learning Center for a FREE member appreciation bee-themed bingo night! Did you know Olbrich Gardens is home to over 55 species of bees!? Discover the buzzing world of bees and play for a chance to win a sweet-as-honey prize pack!
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Sat, May 18, 2024 10:00 am
Badger Bonsai Society Annual Exhibit
The Badger Bonsai Society will host their annual exhibit featuring trees from the private collections of club members. Explore the art of bonsai with this unique opportunity to view some amazing miniature trees and talk with the bonsai artists who grew and cultivated them.
Everyone/All Ages
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Sun, May 19, 2024 10:00 am
Badger Bonsai Society Annual Exhibit
The Badger Bonsai Society will host their annual exhibit featuring trees from the private collections of club members. Explore the art of bonsai with this unique opportunity to view some amazing miniature trees and talk with the bonsai artists who grew and cultivated them.
Everyone/All Ages
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Fri, Jun 14, 2024 4:00 pm
Summer Breeze
Grab a beverage and take a stroll in the Gardens with your sweetheart, play a game of bocce ball or cornhole with your pals, or start a dance party on the Great Lawn. From fantastic local food cart fare, to giant lawn games, to local music, there’s something for EVERYONE at Summer Breeze!
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Sat, Jun 15, 2024 4:00 pm
Summer Breeze
Grab a beverage and take a stroll in the Gardens with your sweetheart, play a game of bocce ball or cornhole with your pals, or start a dance party on the Great Lawn. From fantastic local food cart fare, to giant lawn games, to local music, there’s something for EVERYONE at Summer Breeze!
Everyone/All Ages
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Fri, Jun 21, 2024 10:00 am
Make Music Madison
Make Music Madison is a free, citywide day of live music in a variety of locations - parks, porches, restaurants, shops and more! As part of Make Music Day celebration that occurs in 1,000+ cities across the globe, Madison boasts the largest event in the country. Olbrich Botanical Gardens will host a fun filled day of live music performances in different locations throughout the Gardens. Come celebrate the summer solstice and support local musicians! Check out our current line-up below - stay tuned for more updates!
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Tue, Jun 25, 2024 6:00 pm
Olbrich After Hours
The Summer Concert Series is back with a fresh twist and new name - Olbrich After Hours! We’re open late! Enjoy an evening in the gardens with a rolling line-up of dynamic musicians, pop-up performances, and delectable food carts. Quench your thirst with a microbrew, summer cocktail, or mocktail. And connect with eco-friendly organizations committed to conserving our environment. Bring your own lawn chair or blanket seating.
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Fri, Jun 28, 2024 6:30 pm
Member Movie Night
As a way to say "Thanks for Being a Member!", Olbrich members are invited to enjoy a film screening under the stars with complimentary freshly popped popcorn. The movie will be shown on Olbrich's Great Lawn.
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Tue, Jul 2, 2024 6:00 pm
Olbrich After Hours
The Summer Concert Series is back with a fresh twist and new name - Olbrich After Hours! We’re open late! Enjoy an evening in the gardens with a rolling line-up of dynamic musicians, pop-up performances, and delectable food carts. Quench your thirst with a microbrew, summer cocktail, or mocktail. And connect with eco-friendly organizations committed to conserving our environment. Bring your own lawn chair or blanket seating.
Everyone/All Ages
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Tue, Jul 9, 2024 6:00 pm
Olbrich After Hours
The Summer Concert Series is back with a fresh twist and new name - Olbrich After Hours! We’re open late! Enjoy an evening in the gardens with a rolling line-up of dynamic musicians, pop-up performances, and delectable food carts. Quench your thirst with a microbrew, summer cocktail, or mocktail. And connect with eco-friendly organizations committed to conserving our environment. Bring your own lawn chair or blanket seating.
Everyone/All Ages
At Olbrich