Special Events

Don’t miss out on our special events! Every year we host several events at the U.S. Botanic Garden to celebrate our members and thank them for their commitment to supporting environmental education.

In addition, Friends receive discounts on many of the special workshops hosted throughout the year at the U.S. Botanic Garden! For more information about the everyday programming at the Garden, take a look at some of our sponsored programs or visit the Garden’s website.

Latest Event:

Midsummer Makers Market

The U.S. Botanic Garden Terrace will transform into a lively marketplace filled with local artists, makers, and specialty food vendors. Discover nature-inspired art, ceramics, jewelry, paper goods, plants, and handcrafted accessories, while enjoying refreshing drinks and delicious sweet and savory treats. It’s a festive opportunity to shop for unique gifts, support small businesses, and connect with fellow plant lovers in a beautiful garden setting. 

Vendors: 

  • Ann Gill: Botanic-inspired acrylic and digital paintings 

  • Jarabe Gourmet Pops: Mexican-style gourmet ice pops 

  • Marcella Kriebel: Watercolor prints and illustrated goods, including dish towels, aprons, and tote bags 

  • The Neighborgoods: Nature, food, and D.C. inspired prints and home goods 

  • Ojo Ceramica: Hand-thrown, botanic-inspired pottery 

  • Past Perfect Studio: Bags made from thrifted jeans and secondhand materials, alongside handmade jewelry and accessories 

  • The Preppy Pretzel: Hand-rolled, all-natural gourmet soft pretzels 

  • Refined Rat Studio: Custom portrait of yourself reimagined as a rat 

  • Rewild: Neighborhood plant store offering a curated selection of greenery 

  • Right Place Studio: Watercolor prints and cards featuring D.C. landmarks 

  • Salgu: Playful D.C.-inspired paper goods, including postcards, prints, and stickers 

  • Shade Metals: Botanical and mycological jewelry cast directly from natural forms 

  • The Spicy Grasshopper: Custom-made quick pickles 

  • Vintage Views: Botanical mocktails, fresh lemonades, and coffee 

  • Wildry: Pressed flower art, jewelry, and nature-inspired prints 

Date: Saturday, June 13, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern
Location: Conservatory Terrace
FREE: This is a drop-in event. No registration needed.