Summer Nights Magic at San Diego Botanic Garden

San Diego Botanic Garden invites you to enjoy a vibrant summer schedule packed with exciting events as part of its highly anticipated Summer Nights.

Every Thursday from July 11 through August 29, the Garden will extend its hours until 8 PM, allowing you to savor summer evenings by exploring the tropical Rainforest and waterfall view deck, stroll through the Bamboo Garden, and catch an ocean sunset from the Overlook Tower.

Summer Nights also features a diverse selection of special events, performances, and concerts available as add-ons to make your evening at the Garden even more memorable.

Some of these events are included in General Admission, while others require a separate ticket that can be purchased online here.

The San Diego Botanic Garden “Summer Nights” Lineup

The full lineup of special events and performances includes:

July 11: Hullabaloo, Gazebo Lawn Concert
July 18: Mindy Donner, Storytelling in the Bamboo Garden
July 25: Peter Sprague, Conservatory Amphitheater Concert
August 1: The Theatre School @ North Coast presents Hamlet, Conservatory Amphitheater Performance
August 8: Billy Lee and the Gulf Coasters, Gazebo Lawn Concert DETAILS
August 15: Japanese Kamishibai Storytelling by Walter Ritter, Conservatory Amphitheater Performance
August 22: Caro Pierotto, Conservatory Amphitheater Concert
August 29: Wine Tasting and the History of Wine by Sommelier Dane Kuta, Conservatory Amphitheater

You can also pre-order charcuterie platters to enjoy Picnics on the Lawn, featuring extra sharp Australian grass-fed cheddar, cranberry hazelnut raincoast crisps, triple creme brie, soppressata salami, fresh and dried fruit, aged gouda, blueberry lemon thyme goat cheese, fig spread, and sour cherry spread. Delish!

Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will also be available, including various wines, spritzers, and craft beers.