December 2 thru December 31 Enjoy large-scale model trains chugging through a festive scene overflowing with hundreds of poinsettias and fresh evergreens. Each year, Olbrich's horticulturists design and carefully construct a unique environment for visitors to explore. All aboard the Holiday Express! During the show, members of the Wisconsin Garden Railway Society come from all […]

Learn about the land, plants, animals, fungi, phenology, and ecology. Geared for adults, these longer walks may cover some sloping terrain. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes. Walks canceled for unsafe weather or trail conditions. Free, no registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center. University of WI Arboretum 1207 Seminole Hwy. Madison, WI 53711 608/263-7888 or arboretum.wisc.edu

November 29-December 1, December 5-8, December 12-23, December 26-30 and January 2-4 This year’s dazzling after-dark walk on the Gardens’ paths features more than ONE MILLION lights, themed light displays and animations for a family-friendly outdoor activity. Doors open 4:30 pm.  Last ticket sold 8:30 pm. Admission is $15 for adults, $5 for children 3-12 […]

December 2 thru December 31 Enjoy large-scale model trains chugging through a festive scene overflowing with hundreds of poinsettias and fresh evergreens. Each year, Olbrich's horticulturists design and carefully construct a unique environment for visitors to explore. All aboard the Holiday Express! During the show, members of the Wisconsin Garden Railway Society come from all […]

November 29-December 1, December 5-8, December 12-23, December 26-30 and January 2-4 This year’s dazzling after-dark walk on the Gardens’ paths features more than ONE MILLION lights, themed light displays and animations for a family-friendly outdoor activity. Doors open 4:30 pm.  Last ticket sold 8:30 pm. Admission is $15 for adults, $5 for children 3-12 […]

December 2 thru December 31 Enjoy large-scale model trains chugging through a festive scene overflowing with hundreds of poinsettias and fresh evergreens. Each year, Olbrich's horticulturists design and carefully construct a unique environment for visitors to explore. All aboard the Holiday Express! During the show, members of the Wisconsin Garden Railway Society come from all […]

Join us for a naturalist-led trail walk and a peaceful welcome to the New Year. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather. Walks canceled for unsafe weather or trail conditions. Free, register through Eventbrite by December 27: uw-madison-arboretum.eventbrite.com. Meet at the Visitor Center. (The Visitor Center will not be open during this walk. […]

November 29-December 1, December 5-8, December 12-23, December 26-30 and January 2-4 This year’s dazzling after-dark walk on the Gardens’ paths features more than ONE MILLION lights, themed light displays and animations for a family-friendly outdoor activity. Doors open 4:30 pm.  Last ticket sold 8:30 pm. Admission is $15 for adults, $5 for children 3-12 […]

Please join us for Houseplant Happy Hour on Fridays, from January 3 thru January 31, 4:00-6:00 p.m. with 20% Off All Houseplants! Please note that our potting table and free potting service will not be available during this event. Delivery is not available for plants purchased during Houseplant Happy Hour and must be taken at […]

November 29-December 1, December 5-8, December 12-23, December 26-30 and January 2-4 This year’s dazzling after-dark walk on the Gardens’ paths features more than ONE MILLION lights, themed light displays and animations for a family-friendly outdoor activity. Doors open 4:30 pm.  Last ticket sold 8:30 pm. Admission is $15 for adults, $5 for children 3-12 […]

Saturdays, January 4 thru April 5, 8:00-noon The Garver Feed Mill behind Olbrich Botanical Gardens 3241 Garver Green (access off Fair Oaks Ave.) The Late Winter Market runs each Saturday from January 4th until the beginning of the outdoor season. Get your market fix all year long. You will still find many of your favorite […]

Jess was born in a small village on the foothills of the Andes in Peru; since moving to the US she has been on the search for a sense of stillness - a sense of peace. Her curiosity led her to begin her yoga journey at a young age; at first her practice was aimed […]

November 29-December 1, December 5-8, December 12-23, December 26-30 and January 2-4 This year’s dazzling after-dark walk on the Gardens’ paths features more than ONE MILLION lights, themed light displays and animations for a family-friendly outdoor activity. Doors open 4:30 pm.  Last ticket sold 8:30 pm. Admission is $15 for adults, $5 for children 3-12 […]