Daily admission tickets are valid for the entire day during our opening hours; there is no specific entry time or duration of your visit. Ticket purchases are nonrefundable.
We are open Tuesdays - Sundays. We are closed on Mondays. Last admission is 30 minutes prior to closing.
November - February Hours: 8 AM to 5 PM.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
CalBG is closed on Thanksgiving Day, November 27, 2025.
On Friday, November 28 CalBG is offering free admission for "Green Friday." Please CLICK HERE to reserve your tickets.
When you arrive:
After parking, please visit our Admissions Kiosk and provide your eTickets. These can be shown from your phone or printed out.
By entering the Garden, you affirm that you are voluntarily assuming all risks and dangers incidental to admission and will not enter restricted areas.
The Administration Building and Horticultural Complex are closed to visitors.
When you leave:
All guests must depart the Garden by closing time.
By purchasing a ticket(s), you acknowledge that you understand and will abide by the guidelines set forth above.
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Enjoy your visit!