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.
Tai Chi in 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
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
Tai Chi in 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
Stillness in Motion: Vinyasa Flow Yoga + Meditation
Find your way back to the present moment through movement, breath, and mindfulness. Set within the living sanctuary of the Miami Beach Botanical Garden, come flow, breathe and sit in community.
Price: By donation
Magical May Blooms: A Gnome and Fairy Garden Celebration
Something magical is stirring at the Garden…As May unfolds in a vibrant display of color and life, we invite you to experience Magical May Blooms—a whimsical, family-friendly celebration where gnomes, fairies, and flowers bring the garden to life. As part of our seasonal finale, this gathering offers a last chance to enjoy the series in full bloom.
Wander through blooming paths and discover pockets of enchantment along the way. Expect hands-on creativity, playful surprises, and charming moments designed to spark imagination in guests of all ages. Little ones (and the young at heart) can enjoy free craft activities, creating their own gnome and fairy-inspired treasures to take home—while supplies last.
It’s a joyful way to connect with nature, celebrate the season, and soak in the magic of May together.
✨ Save the date.
🌸 Follow the blooms.
🧚 Step into the magic.
Free to Attend
Morning at the Garden with Jordan's Garden
This is not a traditional one-hour class, instead, we’re creating an open garden experience where children can move through a few simple, hands-on activities at their own pace. Think of it as a window into what we do at Jordan’s Garden.
We’ll be featuring a potato-inspired activity (a favorite from our lessons), along with other small stations designed to spark curiosity, play, and connection with nature.
It’s a chance to slow down, get your hands in the soil, and experience how learning can feel when it’s rooted in nature.
Price: $15
Objet d'Ikebana
Join us at the Miami Beach Botanical Garden for a hands-on Sogetsu Ikebana class with Sensei Stephan Eberhagen (for further information please go to www.ikebanainmiami.com).
The class (4-6 students per class; 1.5 h) provides an engaging and interactive way to explore the beauty of Sogetsu Ikebana while creating a unique floral arrangement. It is designed for beginners as an opportunity to experience the fundamental principles of Ikebana in a relaxed and inspiring setting.
We are offering two sessions on Saturday, May 30. Please choose one session or the other, not both! Session 1 is for beginners and Session 2 is for beginners and advanced students (e.g. students that have completed at least one introductory-level class).
Key Benefits:
No prior experience required.
Hands-on introduction to Ikebana principles.
Encourages individual creativity and mindfulness.
Friends Circle price: $55 | Regular price: $60
"It Talks Back" Unveiling
Through technology made possible by PowerWyze, we're launching an interactive experience where visitors can engage with our champion Ficus benjamina tree.
You too will get the opportunity to "speak" with our champion tree on Saturday May 30th, 2026 at 11:00am for an unveiling of this technology.
We'll be joined by special guest, artist Michele Oka Doner, whose voice is featured as the "voice" of our tree.
Free to attend.
Objet d'Ikebana
Join us at the Miami Beach Botanical Garden for a hands-on Sogetsu Ikebana class with Sensei Stephan Eberhagen (for further information please go to www.ikebanainmiami.com).
The class (4-6 students per class; 1.5 h) provides an engaging and interactive way to explore the beauty of Sogetsu Ikebana while creating a unique floral arrangement. It is designed for beginners as an opportunity to experience the fundamental principles of Ikebana in a relaxed and inspiring setting.
We are offering two sessions on Saturday, May 30. Please choose one session or the other, not both! Session 1 is for beginners and Session 2 is for beginners and advanced students (e.g. students that have completed at least one introductory-level class).
Key Benefits:
No prior experience required.
Hands-on introduction to Ikebana principles.
Encourages individual creativity and mindfulness.
Friends Circle price: $55 | Regular price: $60
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
Tai Chi in 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
Tai Chi in 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
MISO @ the Garden
Enjoy an enchanting evening of live music surrounded by nature at MISO @ the Garden, featuring members from the Miami Symphony Orchestra. This unique outdoor concert will take place at the beautiful Miami Beach Botanical Garden on Saturday, June 6th, 2026, at 5:00 PM.
The event is open to all ages—families, couples, and music lovers alike are welcome. We recommend bringing a blanket or low lawn chair for comfortable seating on the garden lawn.
Come early to explore the gardens and enjoy a relaxed, cultural experience under the Miami Beach sky!
Free to attend.
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
Sunflower Society "Planting Artistic Seeds" Free Summer Art Classes for Kids
MBBG and Sunflower Society present the return of free summer art classes for kids!
Sunflower Society teachers Winsome Bolt and Denise Marlow will guide young artists as they create their masterpieces using objects from nature. Students will work with mixed media to create their colorful art.
• Classes are for kids ages 5–12
• Younger kids must be accompanied by parent/guardian
• Class is free but but please register in advance to attend
Free to attend.
Tai Chi in 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
Tai Chi in 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
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
MiND Summer Theater Intensive
Join Miami New Drama for their Summer Theater Intensive, a theatrical program designed to emphasize creative exploration and personal growth. Every child is welcomed as a co-creator and leaves with skills in confidence, collaboration, critical thinking, and the ability to develop teamwork skills to achieve collective success
Full and Partial Scholarships Available.
Session 1: The Laugh Lab
A space where students will explore clown techniques, Commedia dell'Arte, and improv in a playful and dynamic environment.
Week 1: June 15 – June 18 (no class on June 19)
Week 2: June 22 – June 27
The final show will be held on Saturday, June 27
Cost: $900 for the session (weeks 1-2)
Sunflower Society "Planting Artistic Seeds" Free Summer Art Classes for Kids
MBBG and Sunflower Society present the return of free summer art classes for kids!
Sunflower Society teachers Winsome Bolt and Denise Marlow will guide young artists as they create their masterpieces using objects from nature. Students will work with mixed media to create their colorful art.
• Classes are for kids ages 5–12
• Younger kids must be accompanied by parent/guardian
• Class is free but but please register in advance to attend
Free to attend.
Tai Chi in 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
Orchid Repotting Workshop
Join the Miami Beach Orchid Society for a hands-on Orchid Repotting Workshop in the lush setting of the Miami Beach Botanical Garden on June 18th at 6:30 pm. Learn how to properly repot and care for your orchids so they thrive year-round.
We’ll cover everything from choosing the right potting medium to understanding root health, watering techniques, and long-term care. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, you’ll leave with practical knowledge, confidence, and (of course) freshly repotted orchids.
Bring your favorite orchids and any pots that have outgrown their home—we’ll provide all potting supplies, fertilizer, and a welcoming community.
A $15 donation at the door helps cover materials.
Kids are welcome and attend free! Each child will receive a complimentary orchid to repot (while supplies last) as part of our summer Keiki Club.
Suggested Donation: $15
Tai Chi in 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
Summer Solstice Sound Bash
Celebrate The Summer Solstice with a one-of-a-kind immersive sound and light experience by the South Beach Sound Healing Orchestra.
The South Beach Sound Healing Orchestra joins visionary media sculptor dNASAb to transform the Miami Beach Botanical Garden into a living field of resonance—where cinematic projection, live music and sound healing merge with the natural environment to create a powerful shared meditation. This multi-sensory experience invites you to slow down, reconnect, and experience the Garden as an active collaborator through vibration, imagery, and collective presence.
What You’ll Experience
Guided breathwork and gentle movement to arrive and ground
Live drumming and interactive activation throughout the garden
Immersive orchestral sound meditation led by 25+ facilitators
Cinematic projections mapped onto foliage, water, and architecture
Closing SoBeSHO Handpan Ensemble concert under the evening sky
As sound frequencies are translated into moving image, light and vibration unfold in dialogue with the landscape—creating an ephemeral ecological cinema that honors our interconnectedness with the living world.
Participants often leave feeling: Relaxed • Rebalanced • Energized • Present
Pre-Event Offerings
Orion Herbs of Miami Beach will be serving herbal meditation elixirs before the experience to support relaxation and receptivity.
What to Bring
Yoga mat, towel, or blanket
Bug spray
Light layers (outdoor evening setting)
Refillable water bottle
Early Bird price: $45 | Friends Circle price: $40 | Price after June 7: $55
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
Sunflower Society "Planting Artistic Seeds" Free Summer Art Classes for Kids
MBBG and Sunflower Society present the return of free summer art classes for kids!
Sunflower Society teachers Winsome Bolt and Denise Marlow will guide young artists as they create their masterpieces using objects from nature. Students will work with mixed media to create their colorful art.
• Classes are for kids ages 5–12
• Younger kids must be accompanied by parent/guardian
• Class is free but but please register in advance to attend
Free to attend.
Tai Chi in 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
Tai Chi in 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
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
The Secrets of Perfume with Patrizio Santocchi
Step into the fascinating world of fragrance at The Secrets of Perfume — an immersive, hands-on workshop designed for fragrance lovers, creatives, and curious beginners alike. This exclusive one-day experience invites you to explore the art and science of perfumery through scent discovery, creative blending, and sensory exploration.
Learn how perfumes are built from top, middle, and base notes while discovering some of the most captivating ingredients used in modern and traditional perfumery. From delicate florals and warm resins to exotic woods, spices, citrus, and rare aromatic materials, you'll gain insight into how professional perfumers craft balanced and memorable fragrances.
Guided through the creative process step-by-step by Patrizio Santocchi of Monteleone Miami, you’ll refine your sense of smell and develop a deeper appreciation for fragrance composition. Whether you’re completely new to perfumery or already passionate about scent, this workshop offers a unique opportunity to create something truly personal.
By the end of the experience, you’ll design and blend your own custom perfume to take home — a signature scent inspired entirely by your creativity.
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.
Space is intentionally limited to maintain an intimate and interactive class experience. Reserve your spot early before the workshop fills up!
All materials provided (EOs, natural isolates, carrier oils, glass vials, pipettes, gloves, etc).
Small class size -- don't wait to reserve your space!
Friends Circle Price: $60 / Regular Price: $70
Sunflower Society "Planting Artistic Seeds" Free Summer Art Classes for Kids
MBBG and Sunflower Society present the return of free summer art classes for kids!
Sunflower Society teachers Winsome Bolt and Denise Marlow will guide young artists as they create their masterpieces using objects from nature. Students will work with mixed media to create their colorful art.
• Classes are for kids ages 5–12
• Younger kids must be accompanied by parent/guardian
• Class is free but but please register in advance to attend
Free to attend.
Sunflower Society "Planting Artistic Seeds" Free Summer Art Classes for Kids
MBBG and Sunflower Society present the return of free summer art classes for kids!
Sunflower Society teachers Winsome Bolt and Denise Marlow will guide young artists as they create their masterpieces using objects from nature. Students will work with mixed media to create their colorful art.
• Classes are for kids ages 5–12
• Younger kids must be accompanied by parent/guardian
• Class is free but but please register in advance to attend
Free to attend.
Sunflower Society "Planting Artistic Seeds" Free Summer Art Classes for Kids
MBBG and Sunflower Society present the return of free summer art classes for kids!
Sunflower Society teachers Winsome Bolt and Denise Marlow will guide young artists as they create their masterpieces using objects from nature. Students will work with mixed media to create their colorful art.
• Classes are for kids ages 5–12
• Younger kids must be accompanied by parent/guardian
• Class is free but but please register in advance to attend
Free to attend.
Sunflower Society "Planting Artistic Seeds" Free Summer Art Classes for Kids
MBBG and Sunflower Society present the return of free summer art classes for kids!
Sunflower Society teachers Winsome Bolt and Denise Marlow will guide young artists as they create their masterpieces using objects from nature. Students will work with mixed media to create their colorful art.
• Classes are for kids ages 5–12
• Younger kids must be accompanied by parent/guardian
• Class is free but but please register in advance to attend
Free to attend.
Sunflower Society "Planting Artistic Seeds" Free Summer Art Classes for Kids
MBBG and Sunflower Society present the return of free summer art classes for kids!
Sunflower Society teachers Winsome Bolt and Denise Marlow will guide young artists as they create their masterpieces using objects from nature. Students will work with mixed media to create their colorful art.
• Classes are for kids ages 5–12
• Younger kids must be accompanied by parent/guardian
• Class is free but but please register in advance to attend
Free to attend.
Sunflower Society "Planting Artistic Seeds" Free Summer Art Classes for Kids
MBBG and Sunflower Society present the return of free summer art classes for kids!
Sunflower Society teachers Winsome Bolt and Denise Marlow will guide young artists as they create their masterpieces using objects from nature. Students will work with mixed media to create their colorful art.
• Classes are for kids ages 5–12
• Younger kids must be accompanied by parent/guardian
• Class is free but but please register in advance to attend
Free to attend.
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
Tai Chi in 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
Florida Grand Opera at the Garden (MB Culture Crawl)
Experience an evening of opera in a lush, open-air setting at the Miami Beach Botanical Garden. Enjoy selections of beloved songs performed live, surrounded by the natural beauty of the garden.
This free event is presented as part of the Miami Beach Culture Crawl and is a collaboration between Florida Grand Opera and the Miami Beach Botanical Garden.
Doors at 6pm - Two separate performances at 6:30pm and 7:30pm.
Free to attend
All That Remains: Flower Crown Workshop
Join artist Dahlia Dreszer for an immersive Flower Crown Workshop inspired by her exhibition All That Remains — a photographic exploration of beauty, memory, and the life cycle of flowers.
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll craft your own floral crown using fresh blooms while surrounded by Dahlia’s large-format photography at the Miami Beach Botanical Gardens. Whether you’re an art lover, a flower enthusiast, or simply looking for a creative afternoon, this experience is designed to connect you to the living beauty at the heart of Dahlia’s practice.What to expect:• Guided flower crown making with fresh flowers and all materials provided• An intimate look at the inspiration behind All That Remains• A beautiful, wearable creation to take home.
Organized in collaboration with Ariel Penzer. Workshop facilitated by Flowers by Ro.
Spots are limited — reserve yours today.
Friends Circle price: $65 | Regular price $70
All That Remains: Artist Talk
Artist talk exploring the themes of the exhibition, All That Remains, with artist Dahlia Dreszer, moderated by PAMM Chief Curator José Carlos Diaz.
Join artist Dahlia Dreszer for a conversation about her current exhibition at the Miami Beach Botanical Garden, exploring themes of preservation, memory, and technology through photography, installation, and AI.
Moderated by José Carlos Diaz, Chief Curator of Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM), the talk will delve into Dreszer’s use of floral imagery, cultural storytelling, and her AI-generated “Clone Dahlia,” an interactive digital presence featured in TIME Magazine.
Attendees will gain insight into her creative process, influences, and the evolving relationship between art and artificial intelligence.
Dahlia Dreszer is a multidisciplinary artist working across photography, installation, and AI. Her practice explores themes of diasporic identity, memory, and cultural hybridity. She has exhibited internationally, including at Green Space Miami and Pinta Panama, and her work has been featured in TIME Magazine. Dreszer integrates emerging technologies into her artistic practice, including her AI project “Clone Dahlia,” which engages audiences in interactive storytelling experiences.
Event is open to all ages.
Free to attend.
Tai Chi in 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
BFI presents “No longer stuck, but still… in the middle with you”
An evening of collaborative performative works curated by misael soto and presented by The Department of Reflection.
Join us for an immersive night of performance, reflection, and shared experience at the beautiful Miami Beach Botanical Garden.
Participating artists: AG, Jenna Balfe, Dana Bassett, Domingo Castillo, Mie Frederikke Fischer Christensen, Jacqueline Falcone, Liz Ferrer, Dennis Fuller, Angel Garcia, Faren Humes, Loni Johnson, Tara Long, Najja Moon, Ayesha Singh, Katrina Toimil (aka lagrimas de oro), Angelica Vergel, and Sue Welch.
Curated by Misael Soto and presented by Bas Fischer Invitational and The Department of Reflection.
Free to attend
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
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
Discover MBBG’s local Pollinators and Birds
Ever wondered exactly which pollinators visit the Miami Beach Botanical Garden and which plants they prefer? Over the past month, YLAI Fellow and ecologist Angélica Pineda has been conducting rigorous ecological monitoring at The MBBG, and in this special program, she'll reveal her results!
The first part of the program will feature a presentation on the specific pollinators found in Miami Beach, the exact plant species they visit at MBBG, and how you can use this data to design a functional, low-maintenance garden at home. Following the presentation, Angélica will lead a guided walking tour to the Garden's specific "Biodiversity Hotspots" to see these interactions live.
What to bring: Comfortable walking shoes, a reusable water bottle, note book and your smartphone/camera to capture the pollinators and birds, binoculars if you can (optional).
Free to attend.
Miami City Ballet Presents: Next Stage
Next Stage transforms everyday spaces into stages, bringing Miami City Ballet closer to you than ever before. This reimagined pop-up series spotlights emerging choreographers from within the MCB community, sharing original works that are fresh, personal, and unexpected.
Each performance showcases a curated collection of styles including modern, classical, and contemporary as short pieces followed by a vibrant finale by Ariel Rose, blending ballet with the energy and expression of flamenco.
Stay after the performance for a live Q&A with Artistic Director Gonzalo Garcia and the artists—and get a behind-the-scenes look at how the work comes to life.
All ages welcome.
Free to attend.
Stillness in Motion: Vinyasa Flow Yoga + Meditation
Find your way back to the present moment through movement, breath, and mindfulness. Set within the living sanctuary of the Miami Beach Botanical Garden, come flow, breathe and sit in community.
Price: By donation
Tai Chi in 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
Tai Chi in 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!
You may purchase a yearly mahjong card to keep for $15 (optional; purchase in-person at time of class).
Instructor bio:
Owner and instructor Abby Wyss has been enjoying the game for almost 10 years. She has been teaching to kids as young as 8 and to adults as old as 80 for the past 5 years. She loves playing the game with her family and friends whenever she can.
Friends Circle price: $75 | Regular price: $100
All That Remains: A Mother's Day Floral Workshop with Dahlia Dreszer
What happens when flowers begin to fade? In All That Remains, Miami-based artist Dahlia Dreszer invites you to find the beauty in impermanence — and transform it into something you can keep forever.
Join Dahlia for an intimate, hands-on floral workshop in celebration of Mother's Day. Over two hours, you'll learn the techniques she uses in her own fine art practice to dry, preserve, and give new life to flowers. From selecting the right blooms to understanding the process of transformation, Dahlia will walk you through every step — sharing her creative philosophy, the materials she works with, and what to do when your flowers start to wilt.
What you'll explore: · The art and science of flower drying and preservation · Dahlia's personal studio process and material choices · How to work with wilting flowers before it's too late · Creative applications for dried botanicals in art and home
This workshop is designed for all skill levels — no prior art experience needed. Come as you are, bring your curiosity, and leave with something beautiful.
Bring the whole family. This is a Mother's Day experience meant to be shared — mothers, daughters, friends, and family of all ages are warmly welcome.
Suggested dress code: Floral 🌸
Friends Circle Price: $65 | Regular Price: $70
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
1st Annual World Bonsai Day Celebration
Join us at the Miami Beach Botanical Garden for our 1st annual World Bonsai Day Celebration. In collaboration with Glenn Hilton of Miami Bonsai Specialist and President of The Miami Bonsai Society, Glenn will be exhibiting trees from his personal collection, leading demos, and selling bonsai trees.
Also planned:
Kokedama plant sale by Koke Moss House Plants
Japanese Inspired Ceric sale and Sogetsu Display by Nan Ernst
Free Tai Chi led by the Garden’s resident instructor Silvia Salinas
…and more! Event schedule to come. Follow our Instagram and Eventbrite for more information.
Free to attend.
"Ask The Expert" Plant Clinic
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
Tai Chi in 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
Tai Chi in 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
10 Days of Connection: Community Yoga Gathering
Join Yoga 4 Change and friends for a powerful community gathering as part of 10 Days of Connection, a South Florida–wide movement dedicated to fostering understanding, empathy, and meaningful connection across communities.
On May 2, 2026, we invite you to the beautiful Miami Beach Botanical Garden for a shared experience rooted in movement, mindfulness, and community.
This event is designed to be accessible to all meaning no prior yoga experience is needed. Whether you are new to yoga or have an established practice, this gathering is an opportunity to slow down, reconnect, and be in community with others.
Through trauma-informed yoga, mindfulness, and a sound healing experience, participants will be guided through practices that support nervous system regulation, reduce stress, and create space for connection - both within and with those around you.
At its core, this gathering is about more than yoga.
It is about coming together as a community...to move, breathe, and support one another in a shared space of presence and care. In a world that often feels fast-paced and disconnected, this event offers a moment to pause and remember the power of collective wellbeing.
No matter your experience level, this event is an invitation to meet yourself where you are and to connect with others, one breath and one posture at a time.
What to expect:
-Intention setting to set the tone for your experience
-A guided, all-levels trauma-informed yoga practice
-Gentle breath and mindfulness techniques
-Sound bowls to support relaxation and integration at the end of the session
-A welcoming, inclusive environment centered on choice and accessibility
-Connection swag bags for the first 50 attendees
-More surprises!
Participants are encouraged to bring a yoga mat, water, and anything else that will help them feel comfortable. Modifications and options will be offered throughout the practice to ensure accessibility for all bodies and experience levels. This event is free and open to the community, with the intention of making wellness practices accessible to all.
Free to attend.
Stillness in Motion: Vinyasa Flow Yoga + Meditation
Find your way back to the present moment through movement, breath, and mindfulness. Set within the living sanctuary of the Miami Beach Botanical Garden, come flow, breathe and sit in community.
Price: By donation
Tai Chi in 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
Tai Chi in 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