All programs are free and open to the public. Minors under 18 must be accompanied by a supervising adult approved by the legal guardian.

Email rsvp@piedmontgarden.org to register for a program or ask a question.

Create with Nature Bug Edition

Botanical Garden of the Piedmont 950 Melbourne Road, Charlottesville, VA, United States

Drop by to build a bug and enjoy a book walk in the woods.

Event Series Garden Guardians

Garden Guardians

Botanical Garden of the Piedmont 950 Melbourne Road, Charlottesville, VA, United States

Want to become a guardian of the Botanical Garden? This group of intrepid volunteers performs vital maintenance work such as weeding existing beds, identifying and managing invasive plants, maintaining paths, and more. Join to help us keep the site a wonderful place for its visitors. If interested in joining this group, please fill out the volunteer […]

Relaxing Forest Yoga

Botanical Garden of the Piedmont 950 Melbourne Road, Charlottesville, VA, United States

This class is a well rounded, adult yoga class meant to stretch and strengthen the entire body. We will move at a relaxed pace that allows you to take your time and let go of rushing. A wonderful physical practice and a mental stress relief. All levels are welcomed, with the ability to get up off the […]

Butterfly Walk

Botanical Garden of the Piedmont 950 Melbourne Road, Charlottesville, VA, United States

Join Nancy on this guided tour to learn about different types of native butterflies and the plants that go with them. Terrain is gentle but requires sturdy, waterproof footwear. Reserve your space on this free tour today by emailing rsvp@piedmontgarden.org with the subject: “Butterfly Walk”.

Event Series Garden Guardians

Garden Guardians

Botanical Garden of the Piedmont 950 Melbourne Road, Charlottesville, VA, United States

Want to become a guardian of the Botanical Garden? This group of intrepid volunteers performs vital maintenance work such as weeding existing beds, identifying and managing invasive plants, maintaining paths, and more. Join to help us keep the site a wonderful place for its visitors. If interested in joining this group, please fill out the volunteer […]

Garden Site Tour

Botanical Garden of the Piedmont 950 Melbourne Road, Charlottesville, VA, United States

Tours will bring you up to date on all happenings and plans for our exciting public garden. Tours are approximately 45 minutes. Tours will be limited to 16 people, be sure to RSVP to reserve your space. The Garden is located at 950 Melbourne Road. Parking is available along Melbourne Road. The site tends to […]

Recycle/Reuse/Refresh

Botanical Garden of the Piedmont 950 Melbourne Road, Charlottesville, VA, United States

Curious about best practices in recycling? Wondering about how compost supports sustainability? Ready to refresh? Stop by the Garden for a panel with McIntire Recycling Center and Panorama Paydirt.  Virginia Discovery Museum will be providing children's activities about recyclable materials. Walk in the woods to read a story about the importance of nature. This September […]

Create Critters-Busy Fall Version!

Drop by the Garden between 10:45 and 11:30 to create a critter craft and find a storywalk in the woods. Free and open to all.

United Way Day of Caring in the Garden

Botanical Garden of the Piedmont 950 Melbourne Road, Charlottesville, VA, United States

Come out to help us steward the site! This special day empowers us to do larger maintenance projects in the Garden. This year the focus will be on maintaining our paths and woodland areas. If you are interested in joining as registration volunteer, please email Whitney at w.zhang@piedmontgarden.org.   If your organization would like to join […]