💚If your 2024 goal is less screen time and more green time, consider picking up a VBGA membership for the year!
With a membership you can visit VanDusen Garden AND Bloedel Conservatory as often as you like, finding new treasures throughout the seasons.
Every visit reveals something new, and with a membership, you can explore often!
2024 Horticulture Shows & Events
Learn MoreMay is Bird Celebration Month!
From bird nerd to bird curious, there is an event for everyone during Greater Vancouver Bird Celebration.
Check out the events at VanDusen Botanical Garden!
The Celebration runs from May 10-26, and we have many great events hosted at VanDusen Botanical Garden and Bloedel Conservatory for all ages.
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The Vancouver All British Field Meet (ABFM) returns to VanDusen Botanical Garden on May 18 for their annual British car show on the Great Lawn. Presented by Hagerty, expect to see nearly 500 cars in 62 different classes. The event will also feature live entertainment, food trucks, vendor booths, merchandise for sale, high tea options and more. event ticket is required to access the event area.
The VJGA Sumi Bonsai Club Show takes place May 18 & 19 in the Floral Hall at VanDusen Botanical Garden.
Saturday: 10.00am – 4.00pm
Sunday: 10.00am – 3.00pm
Entrance: By Donation
For more information contact Hugh Kamisato at: hughkamiyuki@shaw.ca or 604-980-8127.
*Garden admission not included. Book online and save, or purchase at the Admission Desk upon arrival.
The Chinese Penjing Society of Canada Bonsai Show & Sale takes place May 25 & 26 in the Floral Hall at VanDusen Botanical Garden.
May 25: 10.00am – 4.00pm
May 26: 9:00am – 3:00pm
Entry: By Donation
For more information contact: Peter Lee at leephoto@shaw.ca or 604-351-3866.
*Garden admission not included. Book online and save, or purchase at the Admission Desk upon arrival.
A buzz-worthy field trip experience for students to learn about pollinators and the environments that support them.
As flowers bloom around VanDusen, bring your class to explore the special relationships between plants, pollinators, and people. Over three days in May, our facilitators will promote curiosity and stewardship through fun, hands-on activities at stations throughout the Garden.
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