We've turned 50!
2 January 2021 marked 50 years since Wollongong Botanic Garden opened daily to the public, and we have a full year of celebrations planned throughout the year.
Connect to nature in the stunning surrounds of the Garden at one of our upcoming events or activities, bring some friends for a picnic, or just come for a walk to explore and enjoy the serenity.
Featured events
Get set for a full year of celebrations throughout 2021!
Browse below to find some of the activities and event happening for our 50th anniversary, or check out our event calendar for regular programs.
- Sunset Cinema: Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights until 28 February 2021
- Sculpture in the Garden: from 6 February to 14 March 2021 (daily during Garden opening hours)
- Botanic Art & Photography Exhibition: 6 - 7 March 2021
- Botanic Gardens Day 30 May 2021.
More details will be added soon so check back regularly for updates or follow us on Facebook or Instagram.
Saturday 6 February 2021
A free exhibition of sculptures and art installations in the grounds of Wollongong Botanic Garden.
Saturday 6 March 2021
10:00 am - 04:00 pm
A free photographic exhibition by the Friends of Wollongong Botanic Garden.
Sunday 7 March 2021
10:00 am - 04:00 pm
A free photographic exhibition by the Friends of Wollongong Botanic Garden.
Sunday 7 March 2021
11:00 am - 01:00 pm
An environmental sculpture workshop for children aged 5-12 years.
Friday 12 March 2021
10:00 am - 01:00 pm
Create an object while writing a poem with Anne-Marie Te Whiu, in collaboration with Red Room Poetry.
Saturday 13 March 2021
12:00 pm - 01:00 pm
Greer Taylor will talk about her community, ephemeral sculpture project, Ghost Trees.
Sunday 14 March 2021
03:00 pm - 05:00 pm
Celebrate the last day of Sculpture in the Garden with music by Alex Young.