ADMISSIONS - Memphis Botanic Garden

PLAN YOUR VISIT WITH US

ADMISSIONS

The Garden Is Open

We are open year-round for daily admission to explore our 30 specialty gardens over 96 acres. Click to see our map.

MBG Members enjoy free unlimited access to the Garden for general admission by showing their membership card at the entry.

The Garden also offers year-round programming including guided tours, guest speakers, educational programs, special events, and family fun activities for children and adults. Click here to see upcoming events, classes, & workshops at the Garden.

Daily Admission Cost

Groups over 20 can receive $2 off per person. Please contact the Box Office Manager, for group ticket sales at boxoffice@membg.org or 901-636-4107.

Memphis Botanic Garden Hours

Central Daylight Hours – 9 am to 6 pm

Central Standard Time (Winter) Hours – 9 am to 4:30 pm

Winter hours begin November 2, 2025, and last through March 7, 2026.

*Winter Hours – Last admission is at 4 pm

UPCOMING CLOSURES & CONCERT DAYS

We are closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.
We will close at 3 pm for Live at the Garden & certain other concert dates.
We close at 1 pm on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve.

AREA CLOSURES & NOTICES

Entry Courtyard Construction Begins September 29
Memphis Botanic Garden is refreshing its Entry Courtyard with lush new plantings, seating, hardscape, and enhanced accessibility. Anticipated completion is late November 2025.
During construction, all guests will use an alternate entry. Signage and staff will assist with directions.
Thank you for your patience as we create a Grand New Welcome for all who visit the Garden!
The Pollinator Garden is currently being improved. Please pardon our mess while we work to enhance your garden.

Alice's Adventures at the Garden and Thomas Dambo's TROLLS: Save the Humans are no longer at the Garden. These temporary seasonal exhibitions were on view from May through October 2022 and February through May 2025. Click to see upcoming exhibitions, events, and classes on our Things to Do calendar.

Dine & Shop

Make the Garden your lunchtime destination! Enjoy the wonderful cuisine and lush, natural view or shop from our diverse selection of home decor and much more.

Plan Your Event
WITH US.

Whether you are planning an intimate wedding, an over-the-top reception, a corporate retreat, celebration of life, or a family reunion, Memphis Botanic Garden has the perfect space for you.

What’s in Bloom?

There’s always something blooming at the Garden! See what blooms to expect on your next visit.

Memphis Botanic Garden is located in Audubon Park, in the heart of East Memphis at 750 Cherry Road, Memphis, Tennessee, 38117.

PARKING

There is ample free parking adjacent to our Visitors Center, with additional parking in the North Lot for some special events.

Etiquette and Accessibility for Members & Guests

Accessibility throughout
the Garden

Our Visitors Center and primary pathways through the Garden are wheelchair accessible.

Professional
Photography

Guests are welcome to take photographs and videos of the Garden for personal use, however, personal & professional photo shoots using any professional equipment must be scheduled in advance and requires a fee.