November 2025
Robert Louis Stevenson: A Child’s Garden of Verses
The exhibition at Selby Gardens’ Historic Spanish Point campus celebrates childhood and the imagination of youth through the words and images of A Child’s Garden of Verses, the beloved book of poetry for children by the celebrated Scottish writer, Robert Louis Stevenson. The exhibition features photographs of pages from a vintage edition of the book, […]
February 2026
Alexander Calder: The Nature of Movement
The next installment of Selby Gardens’ annual Jean & Alfred Goldstein Exhibition Series will be Alexander Calder: The Nature of Movement. The exhibition will combine original artworks by Calder in the galleries of the Richard and Ellen Sandor Museum of Botany & the Arts with horticultural vignettes, inspired by the artist and his work, in the […]
March 2026
Floral Design Evening
Floral Design at Selby Gardens is a hands-on date for you and your friends. Learn how to design gorgeous, custom flower arrangements as we partner with local floral gurus to bring you a night of wine and luscious design. Our instructors will provide a flattering selection of flowers and guide you through the construction of […]
April 2026
Yoga in the Gardens
Treat yourself to a peaceful mind/body yoga experience at the beautiful Selby Garden Downtown Sarasota campus. This class will focus on alignment, breathing techniques, and relaxation. Open to all skill levels. Must be age 18 or older. Recommended supplies: water bottle, sunscreen, sunglasses, comfortable clothes, towel, or yoga mat. Please arrive at the Welcome Center […]
Yoga at Historic Spanish Point
Immerse yourself in the healing power of nature with this gentle, somatically guided yoga class with Christal of Infinity Yoga SRQ, set beneath the ancient oaks and along the serene waters of the Historic Spanish Point campus. This outdoor experience weaves mindful movement, breathwork, and nature connection to ground the body, soothe the nervous system, […]
Yoga in the Gardens
Treat yourself to a peaceful mind/body yoga experience at the beautiful Selby Garden Downtown Sarasota campus. This class will focus on alignment, breathing techniques, and relaxation. Open to all skill levels. Must be age 18 or older. Recommended supplies: water bottle, sunscreen, sunglasses, comfortable clothes, towel, or yoga mat. Please arrive at the Welcome Center […]
Set Sail Campus-to-Campus Boat Tour
In tribute to the coastal heritage of our region and our two campuses, we offer visitors an “old Florida” way to experience them—from the water! Selby Gardens’ full-day cruise-and-tour excursion takes place on select Saturdays. Set Sail with Selby Gardens includes: roundtrip boat transportation along the Intracoastal Waterway between our two campuses educational, interpretive narration […]
Beginner’s Botanical Watercolor Workshop
Join us for a hands-on workshop designed for anyone eager to explore the art of botanical illustration and painting! Perfect for beginners or experienced artists new to botanical watercolor painting. No prior experience or materials needed—just bring your enthusiasm! We are offering This class focuses on foundational techniques to bring the beauty of orchids to […]
Easter Brunch
Three Seatings: 10:30 a.m. | 12 p.m. | 1:30 p.m. Easter Brunch is back at our Downtown Sarasota campus! This beloved annual tradition features a delicious Brunch Buffet and Dessert Bar by Michael’s On East. The kids will enjoy an exciting Easter Egg Hunt and balloon twisting! Tickets to Easter Brunch grants you full access […]
Yoga at Historic Spanish Point
Immerse yourself in the healing power of nature with this gentle, somatically guided yoga class with Christal of Infinity Yoga SRQ, set beneath the ancient oaks and along the serene waters of the Historic Spanish Point campus. This outdoor experience weaves mindful movement, breathwork, and nature connection to ground the body, soothe the nervous system, […]
Yoga in the Gardens
Treat yourself to a peaceful mind/body yoga experience at the beautiful Selby Garden Downtown Sarasota campus. This class will focus on alignment, breathing techniques, and relaxation. Open to all skill levels. Must be age 18 or older. Recommended supplies: water bottle, sunscreen, sunglasses, comfortable clothes, towel, or yoga mat. Please arrive at the Welcome Center […]
Yoga Nidra and Crystal Bowl Sound Bath (60 minutes, all levels)
Yoga Nidra or “yogic sleep” promotes deep rest, rejuvenation, clarity and creativity. Unlike other forms of yoga, yoga nidra doesn’t involve poses. Rather, it is lying down in a comfortable position as you are guided through a somatic, meditative experience including a body scan, mindful breathing, and visualization. Basking in the Gardens’ tranquility, you will […]
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