What’s The Buzz? It’s World Bee Day at the Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum

The Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum is hosting a lively and educational World Bee Day celebration—and you’re invited to join the swarm.

Held in the beautiful Upper Garden area of the JFGM, this free community event shines a spotlight on the essential role bees play in keeping our ecosystems—and our food supply—healthy and thriving.

Expect a full day of family-friendly fun, live demos, and unforgettable encounters with some of nature’s most fascinating pollinators.

What to Expect

The celebration will bring together a fantastic lineup of Balboa Park and local partners—including the San Diego Beekeeping Society, San Diego Natural History Museum, Air & Space Museum, CA Native Plant Society, Hives for Heroes, and the SD Youth Symphony—for a vibrant showcase of bee-related exhibits and activities.

  • Live honey bees (our VIP guests!)
  • Microscopic observations
  • Bee-themed art and crafts
  • Live music by the SD Youth Symphony
  • Native plant and pollinator education
  • Hands-on activities for all ages

See you there!

Whether you’re a lifelong nature lover or just curious to learn more, this is a fun, purposeful way to celebrate the power of pollinators and learn how you can help protect them.

📅 Sunday, May 18, 2025 | 10AM–2PM
📍 2215 Pan American E Rd, San Diego
🎟️ Tickets are included with Garden admission
ℹ️ More info here

See you there, San Diego!

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  • Start Date
    May 18, 2025 10:00 am
  • End Date
    May 18, 2025 2:00 pm
  • Status
    All done
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  • Venue
    • Japanese Friendship Garden
  • Address
    2215 Pan American Road. E., San Diego, CA
  • More Info
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