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Become a VBGA Member - Enjoy the Perks!

Friday, February 16 - Tuesday, December 31

šŸ’šIf 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!

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2024 Horticulture Shows & Events

Friday, March 1 - Saturday, November 2

2024 Horticulture Shows & Events

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Greater Vancouver Bird Celebration

Friday, May 10 - Sunday, May 26

May 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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Vancouver All British Field Meet Classic Car Show

Saturday, May 18 10.00am - 4.30pm

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.Ā event ticket is required to access the event area.

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VJGA Sumi Bonsai Club Show

Saturday, May 18 - Sunday, May 19

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. BookĀ onlineĀ and save, or purchase at the Admission Desk upon arrival.

Penjing Exhibition & Sale

Saturday, May 25 - Sunday, May 26

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. BookĀ onlineĀ and save, or purchase at the Admission Desk upon arrival.

Pollinator Days 2024

Wednesday, May 29 - Friday, May 31

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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Bloom Calendar

Spring

Monday, March 20 2023 - Wednesday, June 21 2023

In spring the Garden is bursting with cheerful rhododendrons, stunning magnolias, delicate cherry blossoms and bloom-full camelliasĀ – Ā to mention a few…

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Summer

Wednesday, June 21 2023 - Friday, September 22 2023

Summer in the Garden featuresĀ vibrant colours and fragrant smells for our visitors to enjoy.

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Fall

Saturday, September 23 2023 - Thursday, December 21 2023

AutumnĀ colours are absolutely stunning at the Garden, and there are plenty of blooms still showing.

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Winter

Thursday, December 21 2023 - Sunday, March 24

The winter Garden features muted colour palettes, stunning silhouettes and a scattering of colour with winter berries and blooms.

 

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