Daniel Stowe Conservancy

Garden Explorer Days - Nature Art Day
2025-07-02 09:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
In this one-day program, campers will activate their art skills! Using items from nature, they’ll make crafts to take home and explore the wonders of natural plant dyes (and tie dying with them!).
July 2 | Ages 8-13 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
DSBG Members – $60 | Non-Members – $65
Register Now

Birding Walks
2025-07-04 09:00 - 10:00 | Visitor Pavilion
Embark on a nature-filled adventure with our Birding Walks at Daniel Stowe Conservancy!
Led by longtime Garden volunteer and avid birdwatcher, Gail Ice, this guided walk offers a unique opportunity to explore the diverse avian life that calls our Garden trails home. Whether you’re a seasoned birder or just starting out, join us for an educational and enjoyable experience in the great outdoors.
What to Expect:

Guided bird-walk along the Garden trails, meeting outside the Garden Pavilion.
Learn about local bird species, their habitats, and behaviors from an experienced birder.
Discover hidden gems and scenic spots within the Garden while observing birds in their natural environment.
Bring your own pair of binoculars if you have them to enhance your birdwatching experience.

Important Information:

This event is open to all ages and levels of birdwatching experience. Pets are not allowed to accompany on these walks.
Please dress appropriately for hiking and outdoor exploration. We recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes, layered clothing, and bringing rain gear, as this event is rain or shine.
Participants are encouraged to respect wildlife and follow Leave No Trace principles during the walk.
Registration is not required for this event; simply meet outside the Visitors Pavilion at the designated time to join the walk.

Note: Participants without memberships who wish to explore the Garden’s interior after the Birding Walk will need to purchase tickets for Garden admission.
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with nature and discover the beauty of birdwatching at Daniel Stowe Conservancy!

Red, White + Blooms
2025-07-05 10:00 - 19:00 | Visitor Pavilion
Saturday, July 5 | 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Celebrate summer in style at Red, White + Blooms! 🌹🌼🌻
Start off the holiday weekend with a laid-back Coffee + Cars cruise-in at the Trailhead Store at 8:30 a.m. Treat yourself to a gourmet beverage, then head down to the Garden Pavilion parking lot to chat with fellow car enthusiasts.
The Garden kicks into summertime festivities at noon with live music from three fantastic local Americana + folk bands, perfect for stretching out on the lawn and soaking up the sounds! Catch Jesse James DeConto of the Pinkerton Raid at noon, the Crystal Fountains Duo at 2:30 p.m., and Wagon Load A Trouble at 5 p.m.! Pack your lawn chairs, blankets or beach towels and shoes you can dance in — or kick straight off!
There’s no rushing through these tunes, as you can enjoy special extended garden hours until 7 p.m. that day! Picnic with us for lunch or dinner with a wide selection of grab-and-go goodies from the Big Leaf Café! Grab a special themed drink at the bar to really beat the heat! We’ll also have a sneak peek at our brand new Big Leaf Patio through a native plant sale in the new space. Keep a close eye out as you peruse the Prairie and Perennial Gardens – the native plant you have your eye on might be for sale on the patio!
Families will find fun around every corner with a themed scavenger hunt, an artsy craft for creative little hands (supplies on us!) and decorative fun like face glitter and temporary tattoos. There’s no better day for curious minds to explore our summertime Butterfly Bungalow from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., take a snack and dance break on the lawn, then stroll down our shady Adventure Trail and cool off creekside! Summer sizzles in the garden, and we’d love for you to soak up the sun with us!
Pre-register your tickets now and chase the summer at Stowe!
Register Now
Schedule

Coffee + Cars at the Trailhead Store at 8:30 a.m.
Garden opens at 10:00 a.m.
Butterfly Bungalow is open from 10 a.m-3 p.m.
Craft and kids’ fun offered from 12-4 p.m.
Jesse James DeConto plays from 12-1:30 p.m.
Crystal Fountains Duo plays from 2:30-4 p.m.
Wagon Load A Trouble plays from 5-6:30 p.m.
Garden closes at 7 p.m.

Admission

Adult – $20
Senior – $16
Child (2-12) – $10
Child Under 2 – Free

Garden members enjoy free admission! Log in with your membership-associated email address to see your discount in the cart, or check in with your membership at the front desk.

Pickin' on the Porch
2025-07-05 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-07-12 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-07-19 14:00 - 16:00 | Trailhead
Join us for a fun-filled afternoon at the Trailhead Store! Our Pickin’ on the Porch music series brings talented local musical artists out to the Trailhead Store porch for some free fun every Saturday from 2-4 p.m. (Weather permitting). Pickin’ on the Porch features:

Rotating musical artists
Beverages like lattes, cold beer, wine and soda
S’mores and other tasty treats

Upcoming Line Up:
October 4 – JazzGroupProject
October 11 – McKinney Gap
October 18 – Ephraim Sommers
October 25 – Munn + Nunn
November 1 – The Brown Mountain Lightning Bugs
November 8 – LorrieAnn Dalley
November 15 – Ephraim Sommers
November 22 – Alma Russ
November 29 – Chelsea Locklear

Pickin’ on the Porch and access to the Trailhead Store is free!

Pickin’ on the Porch concludes for 2025 after November 29, but we’ll be back with weekly free live music in early 2026. Stay tuned for the upcoming lineup!

Birding Walks
2025-07-06 11:00 - 12:00 | Visitor Pavilion
Embark on a nature-filled adventure with our Birding Walks at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden!
Led by longtime Garden volunteer and avid birdwatcher, Gail Ice, this guided walk offers a unique opportunity to explore the diverse avian life that calls our Garden trails home. Whether you’re a seasoned birder or just starting out, join us for an educational and enjoyable experience in the great outdoors.
What to Expect:

Guided bird-walk along the Garden trails, meeting outside the Garden’s Visitors Pavilion.
Learn about local bird species, their habitats, and behaviors from an experienced birder.
Discover hidden gems and scenic spots within the Garden while observing birds in their natural environment.
Bring your own pair of binoculars if you have them to enhance your birdwatching experience.

Important Information:

This event is open to all ages and levels of birdwatching experience. Pets are not allowed to accompany on these walks.
Please dress appropriately for hiking and outdoor exploration. We recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes, layered clothing, and bringing rain gear, as this event is rain or shine.
Participants are encouraged to respect wildlife and follow Leave No Trace principles during the walk.
Registration is not required for this event; simply meet outside the Visitors Pavilion at the designated time to join the walk.

Note: Participants without memberships who wish to explore the Garden’s interior after the Birding Walk will need to purchase tickets for Garden admission.
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with nature and discover the beauty of birdwatching at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden!

Our Enchanted Garden Camp
2025-07-07 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-07-08 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-07-09 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-07-10 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-07-11 09:00 - 12:00
Campers will explore and experience the unique magic of our garden environment through nature discovery, games, crafts and puppet storytelling. They may even catch a glimpse of a garden fairy or a gnome.
This half day camp is perfect to get your little ones outside and exploring without the exhaustion of a full day camp, and while taking advantage of the cooler morning hours of July.
July 7-11 | Ages 6-8. | 9 a.m.-Noon
DSBG Members – $135 | Non-Members – $150
Register Here

Free Night at Stowe - July
2025-07-09 16:00 - 20:00
Wednesday, July 9 | 4-8 p.m.
Enjoy the beauty and tranquility of The Gardens at Stowe with free admission on the second Wednesday of June, July and August. From 4-8 p.m., visitors are invited to explore the stunning gardens, unwind in the serene environment, explore our new Adventure Trail and discover the diverse plant collections without any admission fee.
While admission is free for these evenings, annual fund donations and purchases in our retail spaces are encouraged and will allow us to continue offering this program. Pre-registration is also encouraged via the link below.
The Big Leaf Café + Shop will be open as well as our bars with meals, treats and refreshments available for purchase, as well as merchandise.

Know Before You Go:

Outside alcohol is not permitted in the Gardens.

Dogs are not allowed into the Gardens. (Service animals are welcomed.)

The Butterfly Bungalow will not be open during this event.

Register Here

Ferns + Phenology
2025-07-10 10:00 - 11:30 | Trailhead
Thursday, July 10 | 10-11:30 a.m. | Free | The Trailhead Store
Plant enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels are welcome to join us for our free Fern + Phenology event that merges outdoor exploration and art. We will start by doing a scavenger hunt, searching for native plants on our Persimmon Trail, followed by a fern print making session. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a spirit of exploration!
This event is free, but we encourage pre-registration:
Register Here

Butterfly Walk - July
2025-07-11 11:00 - 12:00 | Visitor Pavilion
Friday, July 11 | 11 a.m.
Every second Friday of the month from June through September join us for a guided butterfly walk through The Gardens. Lead by longtime volunteer and pollinator enthusiast, Keith Camburn. Learn about local butterfly species, explore various host and nectar plants, life cycles of our fluttering friends, and so much more. The Butterfly Walks are free to garden guests and members with their general admission into The Gardens at Stowe. The walk begins at 11 a.m. at our Butterfly Bungalow patio.
If you are planning to bring a group with 6+ people to the walk, please contact our Program Director ahead of time to be sure we can accommodate your group size that date at mlong@danielstoweconservancy.org.

Vino in the Village
2025-07-11 18:00 - 21:00 | Trailhead
Friday, July 11 | 6-8 p.m. or 7-9 p.m. | The Village at Stowe | $35

We’re bringing wine country to Belmont’s backyard at Vino in the Village, an evening of wine tasting at Daniel Stowe Conservancy. The Village at Stowe provides the perfect serene backdrop in nature for an evening of sipping, strolling, relaxing and socializing during golden hour.

Your ticket gives you access to three wine tasting stations, featuring nine different varietals from all over the world. You also have the option to add-on a charcuterie box for $13 to create the perfect pairings.

This is also a great time to explore the expanded Village at Stowe, including The Trailhead Store, dog park, scenic outdoor seating and brand new Farmhouse Garden Center.

What’s better than an evening sipping wine and relaxing under a beautiful sunset?

Register for 6-8 p.m.

Register for 7-9 p.m.

Know Before You Go:
We’re offering two time slots for wine tastings: 6-8 p.m. or 7-9 p.m. You can select your preferred time slot when purchasing your ticket. No outside food or alcohol is permitted on Daniel Stowe Conservancy property.

Garden Photography Walk
2025-07-12 08:00 - 10:00 | Visitor Pavilion
Saturday, July 12 | 8-10 a.m. | Garden Pavilion | $15 member, $32 non-member
Are you ready to learn some new photography skills? From beginners to the seasoned pro come spend some time in nature with professional photographer Nelson Stegall at Daniel Stowe Conservancy.
Loosely related to Forest Bathing practices, these two-hour walks are focused on being outside in nature, slowing down and creating meaningful images.
The Slow Photography Movement was created to slow down, appreciate nature, capture quality over quantity and create unique perspectives with photography.
Equipment needed: Appropriate shoes and clothing for the weather, beverages, camera (cell phones are welcome), camera gear as needed, a tripod if desired, a backpack or bag for carrying necessary gear and a positive attitude.
Register Here

Survival 101 Camp
2025-07-14 09:00 - 15:00, 2025-07-15 09:00 - 15:00, 2025-07-16 09:00 - 15:00, 2025-07-17 09:00 - 15:00, 2025-07-18 09:00 - 15:00
Campers will learn skills for survival in the outdoors including first aid, hiking, venomous plant and animal identification and more.  After camp, they will feel more comfortable in the outdoors and grow a new appreciation of the wild world around us.
Our professional instructors provide summer campers with top-level lessons and materials to learn with, while maintaining a supportive and fun environment in the outdoors. Give your young adventurers a reason to unplug and advance their skills this summer!
Survival 201 Camp will have some similar information to this camp, but containsnew topics and activities. Campers are welcome to sign up for both camps if interested.
July 14-18 | Ages 10-14 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
DSBG Members – $225 | Non-Members $250
Register Here

Industry Professional Night: Teachers
2025-07-17 16:00 - 20:00
As a thank you to public servants, veterans and professionals dedicated to their industry, we’re offering the following free nights for different groups:

Thursday, July 17 – Free admission for teachers
Thursday, July 24 – Free admission for healthcare, veterinary service and first responders
Thursday, July 31 – Free admission for veterans and active military
Thursday, August 7 – Free admission for nonprofit professionals

Free admission is only applicable to the employed individual and they must show some form of ID, such as a name tag, business card or ID badge. Free admission is only valid after 4 p.m.

Birding Walks
2025-07-18 09:00 - 10:00 | Visitor Pavilion
Embark on a nature-filled adventure with our Birding Walks at Daniel Stowe Conservancy!
Led by longtime Garden volunteer and avid birdwatcher, Gail Ice, this guided walk offers a unique opportunity to explore the diverse avian life that calls our Garden trails home. Whether you’re a seasoned birder or just starting out, join us for an educational and enjoyable experience in the great outdoors.
What to Expect:

Guided bird-walk along the Garden trails, meeting outside the Garden Pavilion.
Learn about local bird species, their habitats, and behaviors from an experienced birder.
Discover hidden gems and scenic spots within the Garden while observing birds in their natural environment.
Bring your own pair of binoculars if you have them to enhance your birdwatching experience.

Important Information:

This event is open to all ages and levels of birdwatching experience. Pets are not allowed to accompany on these walks.
Please dress appropriately for hiking and outdoor exploration. We recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes, layered clothing, and bringing rain gear, as this event is rain or shine.
Participants are encouraged to respect wildlife and follow Leave No Trace principles during the walk.
Registration is not required for this event; simply meet outside the Garden Pavilion at the designated time to join the walk.

Note: Participants without memberships who wish to explore the Garden’s interior after the Birding Walk will need to purchase tickets for Garden admission.
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with nature and discover the beauty of birdwatching at Daniel Stowe Conservancy!

$5 After 5 p.m.
2025-07-18 17:00 - 20:00
Unwind at Stowe every Friday evening this summer with $5 admission to the formal gardens after 5 p.m. Enjoy golden hour in the gardens and relax at the Big Leaf Café + Patio. You can buy tickets in advance here or purchase at the door. Choose your date and amount of tickets needed – we’ll see you at the Garden!
Get Tickets Here

Trivia at Big Leaf Café
2025-07-18 18:00 - 20:00
Friday, July 18 | 6 p.m. | Free
Stop by Big Leaf Café, grab a cold drink and settle in for some Garden Trivia! Whether you’re here to test your knowledge or simply have a fun night out, you’ll have a blast competing for the win! Prizes go out to the winners, but everyone’s a winner with $5 Garden admission so you can stroll The Gardens for a low cost before or after trivia.

Wild, Wonderful Water Camp
2025-07-21 09:00 - 15:00, 2025-07-22 09:00 - 15:00, 2025-07-23 09:00 - 15:00
Campers will dive into the amazing world of water and how all of nature depends on it. Through pond ecology, they’ll study aquatic insects and animals, and enjoy experiments, art activities and games.
This camp is offered as a full day camp for ages 9 – 12 and as a half day camp for ages 6 – 8.
July 21-25
Full Day Camp | Ages 9-12 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
DSBG Members – $225, Non-Members – $250
Half Day Camp | Ages 6-8 | 9 a.m.-Noon
DSBG Members – $135, Non-Members – $150
Register Here

Village Farmers Market
2025-07-23 17:00 - 20:00
Wednesday, July 23 | 5-8 p.m. | Free
Stop by The Village at Stowe after work for a brand new Farmers Market! Browse local produce, honey, wellness products, sourdough, native plants, coffee and much more in the scenic Village setting. The Farmhouse Garden Center will have extended hours, so you can take your shopping indoors, too! Finish off your evening with a glass of wine (35% off on Wednesdays!) as you watch the sun set over our ponds.
