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Rooted in Fayetteville. Open to All.

As a nonprofit public garden sustained by members, donors, and guests – not taxpayer dollars – BGO is a regional destination that thrives with your support. Just off the Razorback Greenway, we’re closer than you think and always worth the visit!

Open today between 9:00am – 5:00pm 

Final admission is 45 minutes before Garden closes

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Big Things are Taking Flight! Learn More About Our Butterfly House Renewal & Pollinator Education Initiative

Where the Garden Comes Alive After Dark

Saturday, June 27, 2026 | 5:30-9:15 pm

Wander glowing garden paths, meet community partners, catch live music and roaming performers, and end the evening under a dazzling laser light show. Costumes welcome — fairies, pirates, superheroes, and beyond.

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Membership is Your Front-Row Seat to the Garden

 

Enjoy behind-the-scenes access, seasonal previews, and insider experiences all year long.


As a member, you’re invited to connect more deeply with the Garden through exclusive events, early access to select programs, members-only hours, and special opportunities you won’t find anywhere else. From quiet moments before the gates open to insider looks at what’s growing next, membership offers a closer connection to the Garden in every season.

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Beer & Wine at the Garden

 

Make your Garden visit even more memorable with a curated selection of beer and wine, available during select events and Fridays through Sundays from 12-4:15 pm.

Relax, savor, and soak in the beauty of the Garden while knowing that every purchase directly supports its care and preservation. Come for the flowers, stay for the experience.

Upcoming Events

Firefly Fling Festival

Saturday, June 27, 2026

5:30-9:15 PM

During Firefly Fling, the Garden transforms into a whimsical realm, meant to inspire attendees to dress up and embrace the magic of the outdoors. This family-friendly event features community partner booths with interactive educational displays and activities, live music, food trucks & treats, face painting and henna tattoos, fire dancing, a laser light show, and so much more!

Autumn Gala

Friday, October 23, 2026

6:00-9:00 PM

Step into an evening of beauty and purpose Autumn Gala in the Garden, inspired this year by the tranquil artistry of the Japanese Garden. Through the Torii Gate invites guests to experience a night shaped by refined design, seasonal elegance, and the spirit of community support. The celebration features a themed chef‑prepared dinner, live music, a curated auction, and the presentation of the Evergreen Award, all benefiting the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks.

Yoga in the Garden

Saturdays, May – July & October

Kickstart your weekend at the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks! Join us every Saturday from May–July and October for energizing yoga sessions led by Fayetteville Athletic Club instructors.

Members enjoy complimentary access to Yoga in the Garden.

New this year! Non-members attend at no cost courtesy of Fayetteville Athletic Club.

Registration required.

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The Perfect Wedding Venue

Your wedding should feel like you – joyful, natural, and filled with beauty. At the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks, we’ll work with you to create a celebration that reflects your unique story, style, and spirit. Our experienced team is here to help every step of the way.

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BGO Announces a Transformational Gift from Nancy (née Totemeier) & William D. Koch

 

We are thrilled to share that Nancy (née Totemeier) and William D. Koch have made a generous $220,000 gift to help launch two major capital projects that will expand BGO’s growing capacity and revitalize the Carl A. Totemeier Horticulture & Event Center. Their support honors the Totemeier family legacy while helping prepare the Garden for its next phase of growth.

 

Hear directly from Nancy in a special video message and explore the full impact of their gift in our detailed announcement.

 

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