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Zilker Botanical Garden Admissions Information
🌿 Garden Hours
August 31, 2024 – May 31, 2025: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM (Garden closes at 5:00 PM)
June 1, 2025 – August 31, 2025: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM (Garden closes at 4:00 PM)
🌼 Annual Closures
- New Year’s Day
- Fourth of July
- Both ACL Fest weekends (first two weekends of October)
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Eve
- Christmas Day
🎟️ Admission Discounts
Austin Resident Discount
Austin residents receive $2 off admission.
- Click Register (button on the top right) if you’re new, or Sign In (button on the top right) if you already have an account.
- The discount will apply once you're signed in and click Add to Cart.
Member Discount
Members must be signed in to receive discounted admission.
- Use the Sign In button at the top right before purchasing tickets.
- The discount appears after clicking "Add to Cart".
Become a Member or Renew Your Membership
Reciprocal Admission (In-Person Only)
We honor the American Horticultural Society’s Reciprocal Admissions Program.
- Show a valid AHS or partner garden membership card at Guest Services to receive free admission.
Museums for All (In-Person Only)
Through Museums for All, those receiving food assistance (SNAP benefits) can gain free admission by presenting their EBT card and a photo ID.
Military Discount (In-Person Only)
Active duty military and veterans receive $1 off general admission.
- Please show your military ID at Guest Services.
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Questions? Email us at info@zbgconservancy.org
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Please use the "Other Dates..." option above to select a different date through May 31, 2025.
Photography Session Timing
September 1st - May 31st: Photographers and subjects must be in the garden no later than 2:30 PM, and all sessions must be completed by 4:30 PM. Each session is limited to 2 hours.
Summer Hours June 1st - August 31st: Photographers and subjects must be in the garden by 1:30 PM, and all sessions must be completed by 3:30 PM. Each session is limited to 2 hours.
Horario de las Sesiones de Fotografía
Septiembre 1st - Mayo 31st: Los fotógrafos y los sujetos deben estar en el jardín antes de las 2:30 PM, y todas las sesiones deben finalizar a más tardar a las 4:30 PM.
horario de verano Junio 1st - Agusto 31st: Los fotógrafos y los sujetos deben estar en el jardín antes de las 1:30 PM, y todas las sesiones deben finalizar a más tardar a las 3:30 PM.
Session Pricing: $50
- Includes admission for the photographer plus one individual. Any other guests must purchase General Admission tickets.
Considering Zilker Botanical Garden for Your Wedding?
- That's wonderful! Please visit our Rentals Page for more details on rates. Please note that all weddings, regardless of size, are considered a rental and need to be confirmed with our onsite booking team. Please email zbgrentals@austintexas.gov for more information.
Photographer Guidelines / Know Before You Go
- We do not provide photographers or photography services at the garden.
- There are no changing rooms available.
- Please avoid posing subjects in garden beds. Even if they appear empty, perennial plant shoots are growing just below the surface, and stepping on them could damage or destroy the plants.
- Please do not pose subjects in trees or on high rocks/rock walls.
- If you are setting up a subject on the pathways, be sure to leave enough space for other visitors to pass by.
- Garden Terrain: The garden is situated on a hill with varying slopes. We recommend that subjects wear comfortable shoes for walking, and carry any heeled shoes between shots to avoid tripping and ensure ease of movement.
- Prohibited Items: Balloons, confetti of any kind, candles/fire, banners, and other similar items are not permitted.
Filming
- If you plan to film or record video at Zilker Botanical Garden, a City of Austin permit is required. Visit this page to find out if your project needs a permit.
Acknowledgment
- By reserving a photography pass at Zilker Botanical Garden, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to follow our visitor guidelines.
Zilker Botanical Garden is Closed:
- Wednesday, January 1, 2025
- Kite Festival: Saturday, April 5, 2025
- Friday, July 4
- ACL Weekend One: October 3, 4, and 5
- ACL Weekend Two: October 10, 11, and 12
- Thursday, November 27
- Wednesday, December 24
- Thursday, December 25
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Sesiones de Fotografía en el Jardín Botánico de Zilker: $50
- Incluye la entrada para el fotógrafo y una persona adicional. Cualquier otro invitado deberá adquirir boletos de Admisión General.
¿Estás considerando el Jardín Botánico de Zilker para tu boda?
- ¡Qué maravilla! Por favor, visita nuestra página de Alquileres para obtener más detalles sobre las tarifas. Por favor, tenga en cuenta que todas las bodas, independientemente de su tamaño, se consideran un alquiler y deben ser confirmadas con nuestro equipo de reservas en el lugar. Para más información, envíe un correo electrónico a zbgrentals@austintexas.gov.
Directrices para Fotógrafos / Información Importante
- No proporcionamos fotógrafos ni servicios fotográficos en el jardín.
- No hay vestidores disponibles para los invitados.
- Por favor, evita posar a los sujetos en los macizos de flores. Aunque puedan parecer vacíos, las plantas perennes están creciendo justo debajo de la superficie y pisarlas podría dañarlas o destruirlas.
- Árboles y Rocas: Por razones de seguridad, por favor no poses a los sujetos en árboles ni sobre rocas altas o muros de piedra.
- Senderos: Si vas a colocar a un sujeto en los senderos, asegúrate de dejar suficiente espacio para que otros visitantes puedan pasar sin inconvenientes.
- Terreno del Jardín: El jardín está ubicado sobre una colina con diferentes pendientes. Recomendamos que los sujetos usen zapatos cómodos para caminar y lleven los zapatos de tacón entre tomas para evitar tropiezos y facilitar el movimiento.
- Artículos Prohibidos: No se permite el uso de elementos como globos, confites, velas/fuegos, pancartas u otros artículos similares.
Filmación
- Si planeas filmar o grabar videos en el Jardín Botánico de Zilker, se requiere un permiso de la Ciudad de Austin. Visita esta página para saber si tu proyecto necesita un permiso.
Reconocimiento
- Al reservar un pase de fotografía en el Jardín Botánico de Zilker, reconoces que has leído y aceptas cumplir con nuestras directrices para visitantes.
El Jardín Botánico de Zilker está Cerrado:
- Miércoles, 1 de enero de 2025
- Kite Festival, sabado 5 de abril de 2025
- Viernes, 4 de julio
- ACL Fin de Semana Uno: 3, 4 y 5 de octubre
- ACL Fin de Semana Dos: 10, 11 y 12 de octubre
- Jueves, 27 de noviembre
- Miércoles, 24 de diciembre
- Jueves, 25 de diciembre
Waitlist Only
Thank you for your interest in building along the Woodland Faerie Trail!
At this time, we are working through our waitlist. If you have been invited to register, you are welcome to do so.
If you're hoping to join the magic, please email lauren@zbgconservancy.org with your name, email, and phone number, and we’ll let you know if any faerie-sized spots are open!
Registering for the Faerie Trail
All homes must be broken down by Sunday, July 20.
Register your group's main contact as the Architect—this email will receive all Faerie Trail communications. Registration covers all individuals involved in creating your faerie home.
On the day of your installation, your group can enter the garden by providing one of the following:
No additional admission or individual names will be required.
Before registering, please ensure you can commit to both installation and breakdown within the designated timeframes.
📌 Installation: As discussed with Faerie Trail Team
- Please email lauren@zbgconservancy.org if you need flexibility
📌 Reclamation/Breakdown: July 12th, July 14 – July 20
The contest features three categories for our magical architects, with voting from May 10 – July 11. Winners will be announced at the Closing Celebration on July 12 and will receive a free faerie home plot for next year and a Zilker Botanical Garden Family Membership for one year!
✨ Best Use of Natural Materials – For homes that harmoniously blend with nature
✨ Most Whimsical Design – Celebrating creativity, magic, and playfulness
✨ People’s Choice Award – Listen to your heart and vote for your favorite!
Plot Maintenance & Reassignment
🔨 To ensure the Woodland Faerie Trail remains vibrant and well-cared for, we ask that participants maintain their plots regularly. If a plot is left unattended and requires significant maintenance, it may be subject to reassignment. In such cases, previously donated plot fees are nonrefundable.
Join Travis Audubon and the Zilker Botanical Garden Conservancy for a morning adventure!
Come explore the beauty of Zilker Botanical Garden on a guided hike where we'll observe both the local birdlife and the plants they call home. Starting at the tranquil Taniguchi Japanese Garden and wrapping up at the fascinating Hartman Prehistoric Garden, this is the perfect way to start your day!
This adventure will be led by knowledgeable tour guides from both organizations, offering you an enriching experience in nature.
Free for Zilker Botanical Garden Conservancy and Travis Audubon members.
What to Bring
- Your water bottle
- Comfy walking shoes
- Binoculars
- Cameras to capture the beauty around you
Know Before You Go
- Meet us at 7:00 AM at the Flag Pole inside the main gate at 2220 Barton Springs Rd.
- Note: we meet at 7:00 AM in June, July and August and at 7:30 AM during all other months
- Important Note: Some areas of the Taniguchi Japanese Garden are not ADA accessible. If you have mobility concerns, please reach out to us at info@zbgconservancy.org
Zilker Botanical Garden Conservancy Members
Please sign in to your account using the sign in button in the upper right-hand corner to receive your membership discount. Your discount will appear after you enter registration information and add item to cart.
Interested in becoming a member of the Conservancy? Click here!
Travis Audubon Members
Apply your discount code at checkout. If you have not received a code, notify Travis Audubon leadership.
Your ticket purchase directly supports the mission of the Zilker Botanical Garden Conservancy, so please note the garden does not provide refunds.
Contact info@zbgconservancy.org with any questions.
Bands in Bloom RSVPs are Sold Out but we are accepting walk-ins the day-of, bring your friends and come on in!
Keep an eye on our website and social media for updates if rain clouds roll in—we’ll let you know if the show is delayed, canceled, or postponed.
The Zilker Botanical Garden Conservancy’s summer music series returns!
We invite Austin families to enjoy free outdoor live music in the partially shaded Mabel Davis Rose Garden.
Guests are welcome to bring:
- A picnic
- Lawn chairs and/or a blanket to relax
- Sun protection
- Water bottle
Complimentary beverages will be provided by Rambler and Desert Door Sotol.
Event Dates
- Friday, May 30 – Elijah Delgado
- Friday, June 6 – Kongos
- Friday, June 13 – Rob Baird & Danny Golden
Registration
Registration is required to reserve your spot. Capacity is limited, so we kindly ask that you only register for yourself and confirmed guests. Guests without a registration may be turned away if the event reaches capacity.
Parking
Please note that the garden's entrance at 2220 Barton Springs Road is designated exclusively for accessible parking and rideshare drop-off.
- Free public parking is available at the gravel lot located at 2300 Stratford Drive, directly across from our Botanical Gates of Paradise entrance
- To help ensure a relaxed and enjoyable evening for all, we kindly encourage the use of rideshare services whenever possible.
If you are no longer able to attend, please let us know at info@zbgconservancy.org so we can release your spot to others.
If you are a current member or have purchased tickets previously, please "Sign in" using the button in the upper-right corner before registering.
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