Sunday, May 10, 2026
Plan the perfect Mother’s Day at South Coast Botanic Garden with extended hours all weekend and complimentary shuttle service.
Stroll through vibrant roses in full bloom and walk among enchanting live butterflies in SOAR. Treat Mom to an elegant Bespoke Picnic in The Dorothy and John Bohannon Rose Garden with a gourmet spread of sweet and savory bites — each picnic includes Maître d’ service, reserved parking, SOAR tickets, 4 tickets to The Canopy Club, and garden admission for 4 guests.
New this year — a VIP Ticket with shaded seating, music, an exclusive bar, yard games, photo ops, and relaxing fun all day. Plus, a Bottomless Mimosa Package with three hours of bubbly and refill stations throughout the Garden.
Pre-order a Picnic-for-4 Box packed with sandwiches, snacks, dips, and sweets — available by pre-order through May 9. Discover Thomas Dambo’s Twelvelings tucked across 87 acres, or upgrade to a Troll Trek walking tour for a guided experience.
Highlights include:
- Bespoke Picnics in the Rose Garden
- VIP Ticket with exclusive bar and yard games
- Bottomless Mimosa Package
- SOAR butterfly experience
- Thomas Dambo’s Twelvelings
- Pre-order Picnic-for-4 Boxes
- Complimentary shuttle service
Mother’s Day is the most popular day at the Garden — advance ticket purchase is recommended.
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Before You Go: Visit South Coast Botanic Garden‘s website for updates, ticket options, and to book. This event is organized by South Coast Botanic Garden. Kidsguide is an independent community resource helping families discover fun events across Southern California.
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