Calendar of Events
Classes and Events
►Denotes pre-registration required!
Send an email to Arboretum@uky.edu to pre-register for classes, programs and workshops (unless otherwise noted). Please be sure to include your name, email address and phone number for any registrations.
June
Birdhouse Exhibit
Date: June 1 - 30, 2022
Time: Dawn to dusk
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Description: Stroll through the Horticultural Gardens to see this year's displays!
Grandparents Appreciation Day in the KY Children's Garden
Date: Saturday, June 18th, 2022
Time: 10 am to 5 pm (must gain entry by 4 pm)
Cost: Free for one grandparent and one grandchild. General admission for all others $3 /person ages 2 and above
Ages: Recommended for ages 2 - 8
Description: You and one (1) grandchild can receive free admission to the Kentucy Children's Garden. Tickets will be available at the Dorotha Smith Oatts Visitor Center. We hope to see you there!
July
First Responder & Healthcare Worker Appreciation Day in the KY Children's Garden
Date: Saturday, July 16, 2022
Time: 10 am to 5 pm (must gain entry by 4 pm)
Cost: Free admission for one adult and one child. General admission for all others $3 /person ages 2 and above
Ages: Recommended for ages 2 - 8
Description: Show your Firefighter, Hospital, Nurse, Technician, Police, or Paramedic ID at the Dorotha Smith Oatts Visitor Center to receive free admission for one adult and one child to the Kentucky Children's Garden. This is The Arboretum's way of thanking you for your service throughout COVID-19.
August
Teacher and School Employee Appreciation Day in the KY Children's Garden
Date: Saturday, August 20, 2022
Time: 10 am to 5 pm (must gain entry by 4 pm)
Cost: Free admission for one adult and one child. General admission for all others $3 /person ages 2 and above
Ages: Recommended for ages 2 - 8
Description: Show your school ID/Employee Badge at the Dorotha Smith Oatts Visitor Center to receive free admission for one adult and one child to the Kentucky Children's Garden. This is The Arboretum's way of saying thank you for educating and helping the students of our community!
September
The KY Children's Garden is closed for Home Football Games (Saturday, September 3rd, 17th and 24th)
October
Arbor Day
Date: Saturday, October 22, 2022
Time: 10 am to 5 pm
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Description: The Arboretum will be celebrating Arbor Day during Tree Week! Free admission to the Kentucky Children's Garden. More details to follow.
The KY Children's Garden is closed for Home Football Games (Saturday, October 8th and 15th)
Kentucky Children's Garden Last Day of Operation for the 2022 Season is Saturday, October 29th, 2022