Upcoming Garden Events in New York City – July 2025
New York City is renowned for its vibrant urban green spaces and garden culture. This July, a variety of engaging events are scheduled that cater to garden enthusiasts, families, and curious learners alike. Here’s a detailed list of the upcoming garden-related activities you can participate in during this summer month.
Summer Evenings in the Garden
- Date & Time: Every Thursday from June 5 to July 31, 2025, 5:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
- Location: Merchant’s House Museum, 29 East 4th Street, Manhattan
- Details: These informal summer evenings feature light refreshments, live music, and guided tours available on select evenings at 6 p.m. Admission to the garden is free, and no reservations are needed. For additional information, contact 212-777-1089.
Summer Family Discovery Weekends
- Date & Time: Saturdays & Sundays, July 12–August 10, 2025, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
- Location: Brooklyn Botanic Garden
- Details: Families can explore nature through hands-on stations located throughout the garden’s meadow, woodland, marsh habitats, and vegetable garden. This is a drop-in event requiring no prior registration.
Seasonal Highlights Tour
- Date & Time: Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays, July 3–August 24, 2025, 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
- Location: Brooklyn Botanic Garden
- Details: Discover the garden’s seasonal bloom and highlights through a free guided walk led by trained presenters. No registration is necessary.
Summer First Discoveries
- Date & Time: Wednesdays & Fridays, July 9–August 15, 2025, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
- Location: Brooklyn Botanic Garden
- Details: Designed specifically for children up to 4 years old, this drop-in program features engaging activity stations where young children can pot plants, create crafts, read stories, and explore nature using their senses.
NYC’s “Rat Academy” for Gardeners
- Date & Time: Wednesday, July 30, 2025, 6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
- Location: Brooklyn Botanic Garden
- Details: An expert representing the NYC Department of Health will lead a tailored curriculum addressing urban gardening challenges related to pests and rodents. Preregistration is required for participation.
Members’ Jazz Night
- Date & Time: Wednesday, July 30, 2025, 6:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
- Location: Brooklyn Botanic Garden
- Details: Members are invited to enjoy a special summer evening with a live jazz performance by BrownstoneJAZZ while bringing their own picnic to the garden’s scenic surroundings. Reservation for members is recommended.
Note: Event details such as dates and times are subject to change. It is recommended to verify details directly through official event sources or contact the organizers to ensure the latest information before attending.