Gardens of Golden Gate Park
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Gardens of Golden Gate Park
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Connecting people to plants, the planet, and each other. Jointly operating the Conservatory of Flowers, Japanese Tea Garden, and
San Francisco Botanical Garden.
Skip the mall. Gift a year of nature and wonder.🌳✨ Treat someone you love to a Gardens membership.

They'll enjoy a full year of unlimited free admission to three remarkable Gardens, exclusive 20% savings on Lightscape tickets & more incredible perks.

Gift today at gggp.org/giftmembership
November 28, 2025 at 4:15 PM
The Conservatory is OPEN on Thanksgiving and through the weekend, and there's lots to discover!

Admission is free daily for Members, SF residents, veterans, and Museums for All participants. Free Day for everybody is on Tuesday, December 2. Come enjoy!

Get tickets at gggp.org
November 27, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Come warm up in the Conservatory and enjoy a festive pop of color! Did you know that in their native range of Mexico, Guatemala and Belize, "flame leaf trees" (poinsettias) can grow up to 15 feet tall? They can look quite different from their potted American relatives.
November 27, 2025 at 5:00 PM
✨Plus, stick around after dark to see San Francisco's most exciting new light show! Lightscape is open for Thanksgiving weekend, Christmas Day, New Years Eve, and New Years Day as well as many other nights through January 4. Advanced tickets required – secure yours before they sell out!
November 27, 2025 at 1:29 AM
❄️ Enjoy Free Days at @sfbotanicalgarden for everybody on Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and New Years Day.
🌿Don’t miss the @conservatoryofflowers Free Day on Tuesday, December 2.
⛩️ Visit the @japaneseteagarden during Free Hour, every Monday/Wednesday/Friday from 9–10am.
November 27, 2025 at 1:29 AM
Create special memories with friends and family in the Gardens this holiday season.
🎟️ Get a Gardens Pass and enjoy all three Gardens for less than the price of two. The Gardens are free daily for Members, Museums For All participants, Veterans, and San Francisco Residents.
November 27, 2025 at 1:29 AM
😋Enjoy yummy food and beverages, including everything from chicken and waffles, to tacos, dim sum, churros, s’mores, and kettle corn. Grab hot chocolate, wine, beer, non-alcoholic beverages, and more!
🎟️Get tickets now at gggp.org/lightscape
November 14, 2025 at 12:38 AM
⏰The countdown is on for this can’t-miss Bay Area experience. Lightscape opens in San Francisco Friday, November 21. Discover this dazzling after-dark installation of art, light, and music by strolling the mile-long lighted trail in the Botanical Garden. ✨
November 14, 2025 at 12:38 AM
Today, and every day, the Gardens of Golden Gate Park show appreciation for veterans.

All three gardens are open to the public today and all U.S. Veterans & active duty servicemembers receive free admission to the Gardens EVERY day. To ALL Veterans - thank you for your service!

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November 11, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Stroll together along the immersive mile-long trail, featuring otherworldly light sculptures, and over a million twinkling lights.

Opens November 21, popular dates are going fast, grab your tickets now at gggp.org/lightscape
November 8, 2025 at 12:22 AM
Get the group together and make your Friendsgiving unforgettable at Lightscape! Enjoy delicious chicken & waffles, tacos, chocolate-dipped churros, kettle corn, and a selection of both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
November 8, 2025 at 12:22 AM
Fall hours at the Gardens have begun! 🍂
⛩️ Japanese Tea Garden:
Open daily at 7:30am - last entry
Last entry is 4:30pm, closed at 5pm

🌸Botanical Garden: open daily at 7:30am - last entry
Last entry is 4pm, closed at 5pm.
November 4, 2025 at 1:01 AM
These are Everybody's Gardens, and they're free for all visitors receiving food assistance (SNAP benefits / EBT card).

While the Gardens may not have hot meals to share, we hope they can serve as space for all to rest, recharge, rejuvenate, and reconnect.

Learn more at gggp.org/tickets
November 3, 2025 at 4:15 AM
Perfect for families, couples, or friends looking for a festive night out.

☕Delicious food and drink offerings
📸Fun photo opportunities
🤍 Stroller friendly experience
✨Breathtaking immersive music and light display 

🎟️ Get your tickets now at gggp.org/lightscape
November 1, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Gather for a night that glows starting November 21! ✨This month join us at Lightscape, a one-of-a-kind, immersive light and music experience after dark that will transform the Botanical Garden into a mesmerizing world of wonder with a mile-long trail.
November 1, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Be sure to check out the Dahlia Dell right outside the Conservatory of Flowers then head inside for more stunning plants! 🌿
October 15, 2025 at 10:13 PM
Did you know that Dahlia's are the official flower of both San Francisco and Mexico? 🌸 As Hispanic Heritage Month comes to a close the Gardens of Golden Gate Park honor the heritage and richness across Latin American countries.
October 15, 2025 at 10:13 PM
🎟️ Get a head start on holiday plans and secure your tickets for popular dates at gggp.org/lightscape
October 14, 2025 at 10:55 PM
As summer winds down in San Francisco, there's something magical to look forward to this winter. ❄️ Lightscape is a one-of-a-kind, immersive light and music experience that will transform the Botanical Garden into a mesmerizing world of dazzling lights and larger than life sculptures. ✨
October 14, 2025 at 10:55 PM
Read the article to learn tips on how to create a zen garden in your own backyard. 🌿
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October 9, 2025 at 4:42 PM
Steven Pitsenbarger, Garden Supervisor at the Japanese Tea Garden, was recently featured in HGTV's Zen Garden Ideas for a Serene Outdoor Experience. In the article, Pitsenbarger discusses the cultural significance of zen gardens, key design elements, maintenance tips, and more.
October 9, 2025 at 4:42 PM
Her tireless work transformed our understanding of the chimpanzee species and her advocacy focused on the protection and restoration of our natural world. San Francisco Botanical Garden was deeply honored to host Dr. Goodall for a sunset visit last April.
October 1, 2025 at 11:23 PM
We're very sad to hear about the passing of Dr. Jane Goodall. We honor and celebrate her life as a renowned primatologist, conservationist and inspiration to many across the globe. 🕊️
October 1, 2025 at 11:22 PM
We heard wonderful stories over the weekend from the attendees of Flower Piano. 🎹
Last year, Wynn Dickinson and Dawn Gunter spotted Flower Piano on the PBS NewsHour and hit subscribe on our newsletter.
September 23, 2025 at 11:41 PM
Last 3 days of Flower Piano!🌸🎹 Come out and enjoy!!

Pianos are open for performances & anybody to play 10am- 6pm. Last entry is at 6pm, unless you're enjoying this evening's Happy Hour & special performance by Los Tangueros del Oeste. Get tickets at gggp.org/flowerpiano
September 19, 2025 at 8:00 PM