Programs and Events
Join us for our next event!
Bring the whole family to Miami Beach Botanical Garden, where seasonal blooms bring music, food, and activities for all ages. From kids’ crafts to live performances, every corner is alive with joy, discovery, and togetherness under the sun.
Moving Altar
Tara Benmeleh's solo show Moving Altar
On view at the Garden from March 5th through April 2nd.
Free to attend; open to visit during regular garden hours.
Restorative Sound Bath Meditation (CANCELLED)
This immersive soothing sound session is designed to soothe the nervous system and support deep rest. The vibrations of sound help ease tension in the body and invite the nervous system into a more restorative state, offering moments of insight and a deeper connection to the body’s innate wisdom. The effects of this practice often continue throughout the day and sometimes into the week. Gentle breathwork and at times loving kindness meditation may also be woven into these sessions.
Friends Circle price: $18 | Regular price: $20
Gentle Vinyasa Yoga (CANCELLED)
A slow, meditative vinyasa practice guided by yogic breath. This class emphasizes subtle body awareness and nervous system support, with helpful verbal cues and gentle assists offered throughout the practice. Through this inward attention, we reconnect with the body’s innate wisdom and integrate that deeper essence into the rhythm of daily life. Each session closes with a longer savasana to rest deeply and absorb the nurturing energy of the garden, supporting integration.
“It’s not a performance, it’s an inward journey.”
Friends Circle price: $18 | Regular price: $20
Floral Alchemy in the Garden Gallery with Tara Benmeleh + Gina Moon
Explore the art of floral design with Gina Moon inside Tara Benmeleh's art exhibition in the Butterfly Gallery at Miami Beach Botanical Garden. Starting with a short grounding guided meditation and flower tea led by Tara, set your intention for this creative experience. Guests will dive into lush color, texture, and movement as they craft a stunning floral arrangement. Learn techniques and skills to allow your florals to truly come to life!
Price: $88
Tai Chi at the Garden
Join teacher Silvia Salinas, AP for Tai Chi at the Garden. The class takes place weekly from 10:00 am - 11:00 am in the Banyan Ballroom or on the patio/lawn (weather permitting).
Designed for beginners, but also enjoyable for long-time practitioners, this class focuses on the foundation of the movements. The health benefits of Tai Chi include improved flexibility, strength, and balance. Through its fluid movements Tai Chi stimulates deep breathing and blood circulation, without straining the heart and other muscles, making it safe for all physical levels.
Price: $15
Bonsai 101 Series: Broom Style
Glenn Hilton, president of the Bonsai Society of Miami, co-owner of Miami Bonsai Specialist, and horticulture specialist presents BONSAI: The Art of Growing and Keeping Miniature Trees.
March's focus is Ficus retusa trained in the broom style.
Like other classical Bonsai styles, the broom style is often seen in nature. The trunk is absolutely straight, and the branches are arranged in the shape of an inverted fan-shaped broom. Elm trees are perfect for this style—when they go dormant, you can see all the twigs and branching structure of the tree.
We recommend you sign up for upcoming programs to learn about different styles of bonsai and get additional hands-on experience working on trees.
April: Black olive | Windswept style
Friends Circle price: $25 | Regular price: $30
Restorative Sound Bath Meditation
This immersive soothing sound session is designed to soothe the nervous system and support deep rest. The vibrations of sound help ease tension in the body and invite the nervous system into a more restorative state, offering moments of insight and a deeper connection to the body’s innate wisdom. The effects of this practice often continue throughout the day and sometimes into the week. Gentle breathwork and at times loving kindness meditation may also be woven into these sessions.
Friends Circle price: $18 | Regular price: $20
Gentle Vinyasa Yoga
A slow, meditative vinyasa practice guided by yogic breath. This class emphasizes subtle body awareness and nervous system support, with helpful verbal cues and gentle assists offered throughout the practice. Through this inward attention, we reconnect with the body’s innate wisdom and integrate that deeper essence into the rhythm of daily life. Each session closes with a longer savasana to rest deeply and absorb the nurturing energy of the garden, supporting integration.
“It’s not a performance, it’s an inward journey.”
Friends Circle price: $18 | Regular price: $20
Perfumer for a Day with Patrizio Santocchi
Step into the enchanting world of perfumery and discover the art—and joy—of fragrance creation. In this immersive, hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to connect scent, memory, and creativity to design a perfume or cologne that’s truly your own.
Under the guidance of Italian perfumer Patrizio Santocchi of Monteleone Miami, you’ll explore the aromatic ingredients that bring fragrances to life—from delicate florals to exotic woods and resins. Patrizio, known for blending scent and flavor in his multisensory gelato and fragrance creations, will lead you through an unforgettable journey of olfactory discovery.
What to Expect
1. Introduction to Perfumery
Gain a foundation in fragrance composition, safety, and perfumery principles. Learn what makes a scent balanced, harmonious, and memorable.
2. Build Your Olfactive Memory
Smell and evaluate a variety of raw aromatic materials. Using scented strips, note your impressions and associations—the first step in building your personal scent vocabulary.
3. Be Your Own Perfumer
With your new knowledge, blend and design your own perfume or cologne. You’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind fragrance that captures your individuality and essence.
Friends Circle price $60 | Regular price: $70
Tai Chi at the Garden
Join teacher Silvia Salinas, AP for Tai Chi at the Garden. The class takes place weekly from 10:00 am - 11:00 am in the Banyan Ballroom or on the patio/lawn (weather permitting).
Designed for beginners, but also enjoyable for long-time practitioners, this class focuses on the foundation of the movements. The health benefits of Tai Chi include improved flexibility, strength, and balance. Through its fluid movements Tai Chi stimulates deep breathing and blood circulation, without straining the heart and other muscles, making it safe for all physical levels.
Price: $15
Mahj 101 with Mahj in Miami
Experience the joy and strategy of American Mahjong with an exclusive, 2.5 hour Mahj 101 lesson.
Guided by Mahj in Miami, guests will be introduced to the timeless foundations of the game—including understanding the NJML cards dealing, the Charleston, and the pathway to a winning hand. For many, this session concludes with the unforgettable moment of calling out "Mahjong!" for the very first time.
Designed to evoke both connection and friendly competition, this experience invites guests into a world they won't want to leave!
Friends Circle price: $75 | Regular price: $100
Restorative Sound Bath Meditation
This immersive soothing sound session is designed to soothe the nervous system and support deep rest. The vibrations of sound help ease tension in the body and invite the nervous system into a more restorative state, offering moments of insight and a deeper connection to the body’s innate wisdom. The effects of this practice often continue throughout the day and sometimes into the week. Gentle breathwork and at times loving kindness meditation may also be woven into these sessions.
Friends Circle price: $18 | Regular price: $20
Gentle Vinyasa Yoga
A slow, meditative vinyasa practice guided by yogic breath. This class emphasizes subtle body awareness and nervous system support, with helpful verbal cues and gentle assists offered throughout the practice. Through this inward attention, we reconnect with the body’s innate wisdom and integrate that deeper essence into the rhythm of daily life. Each session closes with a longer savasana to rest deeply and absorb the nurturing energy of the garden, supporting integration.
“It’s not a performance, it’s an inward journey.”
Friends Circle price: $18 | Regular price: $20
24th Annual Miami Beach Garden Tour
The 24th Annual Miami Beach Garden Tour to benefit the Miami Beach Botanical Garden will be held on Sunday, March 29th from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm. The tour will be followed by a happy hour at the Miami Beach Botanical Garden, featuring a plant sale by the Miami Beach Garden Club and drinks and snacks.
For more information, please contact Tine Niemeyer at (786) 301-1086.
Spring Awakening: A Gnome & Fairy Garden Gathering
Something magical is stirring at the Garden…
As the season shifts and the days grow longer, we invite you to celebrate Spring Awakening—an enchanting experience inspired by gnomes, fairies, and the quiet wonder of new beginnings.
Wander into a world where imagination meets nature. Expect charm, creativity, and a touch of woodland mischief as we welcome the season in true Garden style.
Details are blooming soon—but trust us, you won’t want to miss this.
✨ Save the date.
🌿 Embrace the magic.
🧚 Let spring awaken.
Free to attend
Family Day at the Garden: Nature in Community
A day of creativity, nature, and connection for all ages
Mark your calendars for the next Nature in Community gathering—a free, intergenerational celebration created by neuroXnature and the Miami Beach Botanical Garden. Families and participants of all ages are invited to explore hands-on, sensory, nature-based experiences designed to spark creativity, deepen connection, and cultivate a shared sense of belonging. This day is not just for kids, but truly for all ages—together.
✨ What to expect:
Nature-inspired creative and participatory stations led by local artists and scientists including interactive, multi-sensory explorations woven throughout the Garden.
Nature in Community is part of the Nature as Medicine public-health initiative launched by MBBG and neuroXnature.
Free to attend
Area Stage presents Broadway in the Botanical
Now in its third iteration, Broadway in the Botanical celebrates Women’s History Month with a special edition honoring the voices, stories, and artistry of women in musical theatre. Set against the lush beauty of the Miami Beach Botanical Garden, this open-air concert features a brand-new lineup of beloved Broadway favorites in a vibrant, family-friendly setting.
Price: $25
Earth Day Sound Bash
Join the South Beach Sound Healing Orchestra and media sculptor dNASAb for a unique immersive light and sound healing experience at the magical Miami Beach Botanical Garden. This powerful meditative and interactive experience will bring the garden to life with cinematic video projections and a synchronized soundscape that will include breathwork, movement, live drum & dance and a curated orchestral sound journey by over 25 sound healing facilitators. This immersive and multi-sensory experience will end with a concert by the SobeSHO Handpan Ensemble and will leave participants feeling energetically cleansed and blissfully present. Orion Herbs of Miami Beach will be serving sound healing meditation elixirs before the experience.
Early Bird price: $45 | Price after April 1: $55
MBBG Friends Circle Members-Only Event: Beyond the Garden: Rubell Museum
Members-Only Garden & Museum Tour with Juan Valadez
Join us for an exclusive, behind-the-scenes experience led by Rubell Museum Director Juan Valadez, exploring the remarkable 2019 transformation of Rubell’s 100,000-square-foot campus from warehouse to museum—and the vital role native plants played in that evolution.
Juan will guide guests through multiple native plant gardens created by removing concrete and asphalt and replanting the grounds with more than 60 species of plants sourced from South Florida nurseries. These planted areas, including several non-public spaces not typically accessible to visitors, offer a powerful example of small-scale but critical habitat restoration within an urban environment.
In addition to the gardens, guests will enjoy an insider’s look at the museum itself, including an overview of current exhibitions and a rare glimpse into one of Rubell’s art storage “vaults,” an area closed to the general public.
The tour will also introduce Thomas Houseago: First Light, Rubell’s most expansive single-artist exhibition to date, alongside highlights from the museum’s renowned collection featuring works by Jean-Michel Basquiat and Yayoi Kusama.
Jazz in the Jungle featuring Freddy Deboe Band with the Glades & DJ Travis Acker
Jazz in the Jungle featuring Freddy Deboe Band with the Glades & DJ Travis Acker
Let the night sweep you away with swinging melodies, tropical ambience, and unforgettable vibes under the stars.
Friends Circle price: FREE | Presale price: $32.07
Dinner Under The Palms
Join us for an evening under the stars benefiting the Miami Beach Botanical Garden!
For tickets or more information, please contact Amy Rosenberg at Amy@mbgarden.org.
Meditative Tea & Sound Ceremony
Step into the Butterfly Gallery, where Tara Benmeleh's solo exhibition is on view, for a meditative tea ceremony woven with live sound. Surrounded by Tara's collages and dreamcatchers, the space becomes an altar of listening. As rare and ancient instruments create a field of resonance, you will be gently guided into stillness by Natalia Temkin. Tea is served slowly and in silence by Tara—cup by cup—inviting you to soften, breathe, and awaken presence.
The vibration of sound and the warmth of tea work together to calm the nervous system and open a subtle connection to your higher self.
Friends Circle price: $90 | Regular price: $100
Tai Chi at the Garden
Join teacher Silvia Salinas, AP for Tai Chi at the Garden. The class takes place weekly from 10:00 am - 11:00 am in the Banyan Ballroom or on the patio/lawn (weather permitting).
Designed for beginners, but also enjoyable for long-time practitioners, this class focuses on the foundation of the movements. The health benefits of Tai Chi include improved flexibility, strength, and balance. Through its fluid movements Tai Chi stimulates deep breathing and blood circulation, without straining the heart and other muscles, making it safe for all physical levels.
Price: $15
The Artistry of Fragrance
Celebrate Fragrance Day™ with The Fragrance Foundation at the Miami Beach Botanical Garden!
As a prelude to Spring, The Fragrance Foundation (TFF) will celebrate the season and the start of Fragrance Month, with the Miami Beach Botanical Garden. In a special event, TFF will showcase the artistry and passion of fragrance, through the Artistry of Fragrance panel, with world-renowned perfumers. Hosted at the Garden, the evening event, on March 10th at 6:30PM, will spotlight the fragrance landscape seen through a horticultural and floral lens from the perfumers’ perspectives.
Within the urban oasis of the Garden, TFF’s President Linda G. Levy will moderate an informative and immersive discussion with perfumers Honorine Blanc of dsm-firmenich, Rodrigo Flores-Roux of Givaudan, Patty Hidalgo of IFF, and Gino Percontino of Mane at the Great Lawn. The intimate conversation on the art of fragrance and floral inspiration will illuminate the intertwined connection of fragrance and art, and the perfumer as creative artist.
Free to attend
HypnoExpression: Celebrating Sisterhood
HypnoExpression: Meditate • Create • Elevate
Join us for International Women’s Day as we honor the power of women coming together and sharing light.
Set within the lush serenity of the Miami Beach Botanical Garden, this intimate HypnoExpression immersion is a multi-sensory journey blending hypnotherapy meditation, creative expression, somatic movement, and nature connection—designed to awaken empowerment, unity, and collective strength.
This is a sacred space to gather as sisters—to be seen, supported, and uplifted.
Please bring a yoga mat, water, wear comfortable clothes, and bring an open mind.
Minimum age: 10 years and above.
Friends Circle price: $33.75 | Regular price: $37.50
Gentle Vinyasa Yoga
A slow, meditative vinyasa practice guided by yogic breath. This class emphasizes subtle body awareness and nervous system support, with helpful verbal cues and gentle assists offered throughout the practice. Through this inward attention, we reconnect with the body’s innate wisdom and integrate that deeper essence into the rhythm of daily life. Each session closes with a longer savasana to rest deeply and absorb the nurturing energy of the garden, supporting integration.
“It’s not a performance, it’s an inward journey.”
Friends Circle price: $18 | Regular price: $20
Restorative Sound Bath Meditation
This immersive soothing sound session is designed to soothe the nervous system and support deep rest. The vibrations of sound help ease tension in the body and invite the nervous system into a more restorative state, offering moments of insight and a deeper connection to the body’s innate wisdom. The effects of this practice often continue throughout the day and sometimes into the week. Gentle breathwork and at times loving kindness meditation may also be woven into these sessions.
Friends Circle price: $18 | Regular price: $20
VIP Reception: Moving Altar
Join us for the opening of Tara Benmeleh's solo show Moving Altar, on view at the Garden from March 5th through April 2nd.
Free to attend
Tai Chi at the Garden
Join teacher Silvia Salinas, AP for Tai Chi at the Garden. The class takes place weekly from 10:00 am - 11:00 am in the Banyan Ballroom or on the patio/lawn (weather permitting).
Designed for beginners, but also enjoyable for long-time practitioners, this class focuses on the foundation of the movements. The health benefits of Tai Chi include improved flexibility, strength, and balance. Through its fluid movements Tai Chi stimulates deep breathing and blood circulation, without straining the heart and other muscles, making it safe for all physical levels.
Price: $15
Gentle Vinyasa Yoga
A slow, meditative vinyasa practice guided by yogic breath. This class emphasizes subtle body awareness and nervous system support, with helpful verbal cues and gentle assists offered throughout the practice. Through this inward attention, we reconnect with the body’s innate wisdom and integrate that deeper essence into the rhythm of daily life. Each session closes with a longer savasana to rest deeply and absorb the nurturing energy of the garden, supporting integration.
“It’s not a performance, it’s an inward journey.”
Friends Circle price: $18 | Regular price: $20
Restorative Sound Bath Meditation
This immersive soothing sound session is designed to soothe the nervous system and support deep rest. The vibrations of sound help ease tension in the body and invite the nervous system into a more restorative state, offering moments of insight and a deeper connection to the body’s innate wisdom. The effects of this practice often continue throughout the day and sometimes into the week. Gentle breathwork and at times loving kindness meditation may also be woven into these sessions.
Friends Circle price: $18 | Regular price: $20
"Ask The Expert" Plant Clinic (CANCELLED)
Join UF/IFAS Master Gardener Volunteers and Horticulture staff for a hands-on plant clinic where you can “ask the expert” about your toughest gardening challenges. Whether you're battling pests, puzzled by plant diseases, or simply seeking advice on Florida-friendly landscaping, our trained volunteers and staff are here to help.
What to bring:
• Plant samples (sealed in a plastic bag if diseased)
• Clear photos of your garden or problem areas
• Your questions and enthusiasm!
Free to attend
Miami Beach OnStage! & Public Energy Present: Botanical Garden Groove
Close out Black History Month in style with an exciting second edition of Black dance music at Miami Beach Botanical Garden. City of Miami Beach OnStage! and Public Energy bring you a special night spotlighting sonic selections from Suzi Analogue from Never Normal Records featuring the cutting edge of New York's dance scene—Day/Dem with support from local and Miami favorites Duality and Natalie Foucauld. Expect an eclectic mix of Chicago/Detroit House, Baltimore Club, Juke, Footwork, and more recorded by Miami Community Radio throughout the evening.
Guests can also explore creative activities, including customizing their favorite clothing at the Grizzly Print Parlor and taking high-quality portrait sessions by Giano Currie's After-Hours Photoshoot Experience.
Free to attend
Mommy & Baby Yoga (NO CLASS)
Reconnect with Your Body, Bond with Your Baby
Whether you're a new mom or have toddlers, this class offers a blend of gentle movement, breathwork, and bonding exercises to support your postpartum journey while engaging with your baby. This class is designed for babies ages 3 months to 18 months.
In this class, you will:
✨ Strengthen and stretch your body with postnatal-friendly poses
✨ Practice gentle exercises with your baby
✨ Connect with other moms in a supportive community
✨ Leave feeling refreshed and more centered
Friends Circle price: $20 | Regular price: $25
Gentle Vinyasa Yoga (NO CLASS)
A slow, meditative vinyasa practice guided by yogic breath. This class emphasizes subtle body awareness and nervous system support, with helpful verbal cues and gentle assists offered throughout the practice. Through this inward attention, we reconnect with the body’s innate wisdom and integrate that deeper essence into the rhythm of daily life. Each session closes with a longer savasana to rest deeply and absorb the nurturing energy of the garden, supporting integration.
“It’s not a performance, it’s an inward journey.”
Friends Circle price: $18 | Regular price: $20
Restorative Sound Bath Meditation (NO CLASS)
This immersive soothing sound session is designed to soothe the nervous system and support deep rest. The vibrations of sound help ease tension in the body and invite the nervous system into a more restorative state, offering moments of insight and a deeper connection to the body’s innate wisdom. The effects of this practice often continue throughout the day and sometimes into the week. Gentle breathwork and at times loving kindness meditation may also be woven into these sessions.
Friends Circle price: $18 | Regular price: $20
Bonsai 101 Series: Formal Upright Style
Glenn Hilton, president of the Bonsai Society of Miami, co-owner of Miami Bonsai Specialist, and horticulture specialist presents BONSAI: The Art of Growing and Keeping Miniature Trees.
February's focus is bald cypress trained in the formal upright style.
In the formal upright style, the trunk of the tree is absolutely straight rising vertically out of the ground from a radial root system. The trunk should then taper very gradually from the base all the way up the tree.
We recommend you sign up for upcoming programs to learn about different styles of bonsai and get additional hands-on experience working on trees.
March: "Tiger Bark" ficus/Ficus retusa | Broom style
April: Black olive | Windswept style
Friends Circle price: $25 | Regular price: $30
Mommy & Baby Yoga
Reconnect with Your Body, Bond with Your Baby
Whether you're a new mom or have toddlers, this class offers a blend of gentle movement, breathwork, and bonding exercises to support your postpartum journey while engaging with your baby. This class is designed for babies ages 3 months to 18 months.
In this class, you will:
✨ Strengthen and stretch your body with postnatal-friendly poses
✨ Practice gentle exercises with your baby
✨ Connect with other moms in a supportive community
✨ Leave feeling refreshed and more centered
Friends Circle price: $20 | Regular price: $25
Miami Beach Garden Club Monthly Meeting
The Miami Beach Garden Club welcomes everyone to join us at monthly events. This month’s meeting will be on Thursday, February 19 at 10:00 am in the Banyan Ballroom. Follow us on Instagram @miamibeachgardenclub or email info@miamibeachgardenclub.org with any questions.
Dues are $75/year for new members.
Tai Chi at the Garden
Join teacher Silvia Salinas, AP for Tai Chi at the Garden. The class takes place weekly from 10:00 am - 11:00 am in the Banyan Ballroom or on the patio/lawn (weather permitting).
Designed for beginners, but also enjoyable for long-time practitioners, this class focuses on the foundation of the movements. The health benefits of Tai Chi include improved flexibility, strength, and balance. Through its fluid movements Tai Chi stimulates deep breathing and blood circulation, without straining the heart and other muscles, making it safe for all physical levels.
Price: $15
Aromachology Workshop: Scent, Emotion, & Inner Healing (CANCELLED)
In this immersive aromachology workshop, you will explore how scent impacts mood, memory and the nervous system, and how fragrance can become a gentle ally for emotional well‑being. Through a mix of science, creativity, and mindfulness, you’ll learn to “listen” to aromas and translate feelings into a personal, healing ritual.
Using these insights, you will create your own intention‑based room spray, designed for a specific purpose in your daily self‑care at home.
All materials and essences provided.
Friends Circle price $60 | Regular price: $70
New Moon Mindful Intentions: Deep Breathwork & Sound Meditation & Grounding at the Garden
This session is designed to help you clarify your core values and set mindful intentions for a more aligned life. You will be guided through rounds of Wim Hof style breathwork that can move beyond the surface of the mind and into a more spacious awareness where deeper insight can emerge. The experience concludes with a sound bath meditation to support integration of what has been uncovered.
After registering, you will receive a Core Values Reflection worksheet to continue exploring how to live in greater alignment with what truly matters day-to-day.
Early Bird price: $33 | Day-of price: $44
Creative Movement: The Experience with Ashli Katz
Creative Movement: The Experience is a guided moving meditation set within the living energy of the botanical garden. This immersive journey weaves together breathwork, somatic movement, yoga, and meditation—inviting you to slow down, soften, and reconnect to your body in harmony with nature.
We begin with intentional breathwork to ground the nervous system and open awareness, followed by fluid somatic movement and accessible yoga designed to release tension, awaken sensation, and encourage intuitive expression. The experience gently transitions into meditation and stillness, allowing you to fully absorb the rhythms of the garden—its sounds, textures, and natural flow.
This is not about performance or perfection, but presence. You’ll be guided to move as meditation—listening inward, honoring your body, and letting nature lead the pace.
Friends Circle price: $50 | Regular price: $55 for one, $100 for two
Mommy & Baby Yoga
Reconnect with Your Body, Bond with Your Baby
Whether you're a new mom or have toddlers, this class offers a blend of gentle movement, breathwork, and bonding exercises to support your postpartum journey while engaging with your baby. This class is designed for babies ages 3 months to 18 months.
In this class, you will:
✨ Strengthen and stretch your body with postnatal-friendly poses
✨ Practice gentle exercises with your baby
✨ Connect with other moms in a supportive community
✨ Leave feeling refreshed and more centered
Friends Circle price: $20 | Regular price: $25
Tai Chi at the Garden (NO CLASS)
Join teacher Silvia Salinas, AP for Tai Chi at the Garden. The class takes place weekly from 10:00 am - 11:00 am in the Banyan Ballroom or on the patio/lawn (weather permitting).
Designed for beginners, but also enjoyable for long-time practitioners, this class focuses on the foundation of the movements. The health benefits of Tai Chi include improved flexibility, strength, and balance. Through its fluid movements Tai Chi stimulates deep breathing and blood circulation, without straining the heart and other muscles, making it safe for all physical levels.
Price: $15