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.

Upcoming Event:

Champagne Orchid Soirée

Cherry blossoms aren’t the only flower game in town!

The Friends’ Champagne Orchid Soirée on Friday, March 21st at 6:00 PM is an exclusive after-hours chance to visit “Orchids: Masters of Deception,” the 29th annual joint orchid exhibit between the U.S. Botanic Garden and Smithsonian Gardens.

Enjoy sipping champagne, cocktails, and mocktails while admiring orchids that exhibit delightful deception with scent, shape, color, and more. You won’t want to miss the 9-foot-tall tree sculptures covered with hundreds of pink and white orchids, a nod to another famous Washington, D.C., collection—cherry trees.

One drink ticket is included in admission. Additional food and drinks are available for purchase.

Friends Member Tickets: $20
General Public: $35

Soirée attendees have the opportunity to join the Friends of the U.S. Botanic Garden at a discounted rate. All proceeds from this event support the Friends of the U.S. Botanic Garden, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that inspires active environmental stewardship by hosting educational programs with the U.S. Botanic Garden.

If you have any questions or need assistance, please reach us at friend@nfusbg.org.