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Upcoming Events
Seniors' Day | Thursdays Until September 25
Seniors' Day starts June 5 and runs every Thursday until September 25. Free coffee will be available for seniors (65+) at The Cafe and the Bee Line hop-on-hop-off tram service will be offered most Thursdays typically running between 11 a.m., to 3 p.m.
General Garden admission applies.
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Twilight Picnic Experience | July 11
Meander down a leafy path with someone you care about. Spread a blanket, enjoy a wine or a beer, and let everything slow down. Open your picnic box of beautiful food, nibble and sip to live music, and rediscover the pleasure of eating, together.
Isn't it time to mark a special occasion, celebrate a friend or reconnect on a date night?
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Wild Mushroom Walks | July 14
This summer, May through September, you can explore the wonderful world of mushrooms with expert Martin Osis, who will be leading a number of mushroom discovery walks through the Garden’s natural areas. These walks have been very popular and we recommend you book early to avoid disappointment.
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Theatrical Reading: Dyde House | July 19
You're invited to join us for a special evening where storytelling meets architecture.
Edmonton writer, theatre artist, researcher, and educator Liam Monaghan presents a theatrical reading exploring the lives of prominent Canadian architect Arthur Erickson and his lesser-known partner in work and love, interior designer Francisco Kripacz. This outdoor reading offers a unique opportunity for theatre lovers, architecture aficionados, and garden-goers to engage with a jewel of Canadian architectural history while raising awareness of Dyde House, one of Erickson’s earliest known residential buildings, nestled on the grounds of the Garden.
The event runs from 6 p.m., to 9 p.m.; regular Garden admission applies.
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Yoga in the Garden | July 27
Slow down and reconnect with yourself in the peaceful beauty of the Aga Khan Garden. On July 27, join us for an evening of gentle yoga with Melanie Maltais followed by a soothing sound bath. Surrounded by nature, this serene experience is designed to leave you feeling grounded, restored, and deeply relaxed.
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Japanese Tea Ceremony | July 27 SOLD OUT
Take in a traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony, within the Teahouses in the Kurimoto Japanese Garden, presented by the Matsukaze Chanoyu Association.
“Matsukaze” means ‘wind in the pines’ – in the quiet of the tearoom, the sound of water in the kettle is similar to hearing wind in the pines. "Cha No Yu" (literally, hot water for tea) is the Japanese art of making and sharing tea.
A tea ceremony ticket and Garden general admission ticket are both required to attend.
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Horizons in Unison: An International Concert | August 24
An ensemble of distinguished musicians representing myriad cultures, languages and regions of the world will gather in the Aga Khan Garden for an evening of international music.
Beloved singer Shabnam Merali will be joined by an assemblage of Persian, Pakistani, Afghani, Syrian, Arabic, Dari, Farsi, Hindi and Sindhi voices and music.
Order a cultural snack box, lay down your favorite carpet or blanket, and immerse yourself in a world away from the everyday.
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SubscribeJapanese Tea Ceremony | August 24
Take in a traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony, within the Teahouses in the Kurimoto Japanese Garden, presented by the Matsukaze Chanoyu Association.
“Matsukaze” means ‘wind in the pines’ – in the quiet of the tearoom, the sound of water in the kettle is similar to hearing wind in the pines. "Cha No Yu" (literally, hot water for tea) is the Japanese art of making and sharing tea.
A tea ceremony ticket and Garden general admission ticket are both required to attend.
Buy Tea TicketsJapanese Tea Ceremony | September 21
Take in a traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony, within the Teahouses in the Kurimoto Japanese Garden, presented by the Matsukaze Chanoyu Association.
“Matsukaze” means ‘wind in the pines’ – in the quiet of the tearoom, the sound of water in the kettle is similar to hearing wind in the pines. "Cha No Yu" (literally, hot water for tea) is the Japanese art of making and sharing tea.
A tea ceremony ticket and Garden general admission ticket are both required to attend.
Buy Tea Tickets
ART | MUSIC | CULTURE
Pathways | September 25
Kurimoto Japanese Garden
An evening of cultural experience centered in the Kurimoto Japanese Garden.
In addition to music, food and cultural displays, Edmonton artist and photographer Nozomi Kamei will share her project about the history of Japanese-Canadians and some of their experiences in internment camps during the Second World War.
Step into a world away from the everyday. Join us in the second of four cultural showcases at the Botanic Garden in 2025/26, creating multiple pathways between peoples through the arts.
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Diwan Concert Series
Diwali | October 18
Celebrate the spirit of Diwali with an enchanting evening of music inside the renowned Diwan Pavilion. Admission includes a traditional sweet and tea
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