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!














