Sunday, May 11, 2025
If flowers and butterflies sound like the perfect Motherโs Day plan, head to South Coast Botanic Garden for a full day of nature, picnics, and special exhibits. The Garden is staying open late for the occasion, giving families more time to celebrate in one of the most beautiful spots in the South Bay.
Bespoke Picnic
Book a fancy picnic in Hawks Meadow with a Bespoke Picnic Box (for 4), filled with meats, cheeses, snacks, and dessertโplus a photo op and no planning required. Or preorder a gourmet Motherโs Day Picnic Box with sandwiches, dips, fruit, and snacks to enjoy at your own pace. Both require advance booking by May 8.
Bamboozled: An Unexpected Bamboo Adventure
While youโre there, check out Bamboozled: An Unexpected Bamboo Adventure, featuring eight towering bamboo bird sculptures across the grounds. Upgrade to a Secret Adventure Ticket for bonus clues, maps, and tools that bring the birds to life.
SOAR โ Tropical Butterflies
Get immersed with hundreds of butterflies, a nectar garden, and the chance to feed butterflies up close with a $6 add-on. Or try The Ultimate Ticket to bundle all the exhibits into one ticket (butterfly feeding included).
Finally, swing by Dottieโs at the Koi Pond + Bamboo Bar for a Motherโs Day Bistro Box for Two or a garden cocktail to top off the day.
- Extended Garden hours on May 11 (closes at 7 p.m.)
- Bespoke picnics & pre-order picnic boxes available
- SOAR Butterfly Pavilion + Butterfly Feeding Experience
- Bamboozled exhibit + optional Secret Adventure add-on
- Ultimate Ticket bundles all experiences into one
- Onsite eats from Dottieโs and the Bamboo Bar
More info and tickets at southcoastbotanicgarden.org
