Rotary Botanical Gardens produces a robust schedule of year-round special events related to art, horticulture, education, youth, workshops, and more. View the calendar of upcoming events and learn how to register!

Rotary Botanical Gardens offers a variety of educational programs and activities throughout the year for adults, families and youth. Please visit our Education page or Calendar of Events for a complete listing of programs, workshops, and symposia.

We offer a variety of rental spaces in a gorgeous and serene setting that features year-round beauty. Our gardens offer the perfect place for any special event rentals including weddings, meetings, corporate events, memorials and holiday celebrations.

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Experience the harmony of music and nature at Rotary Botanical Gardens

Sounds of Summer is a live music series featuring classical and acoustic performances in a breathtaking outdoor setting.

On select Sunday afternoons from May through September, visitors can stroll through the gardens while enjoying the sounds of harp, violin, flute, guitar, and more, performed by talented musicians from Rock County, Walworth County, Madison, and Rockford, Illinois.

Each Sounds of Summer event will feature a different selection of musicians, offering a unique experience at every concert.

Make Your Year-End Gift Today — Help Restore Our Beloved Koi Pond!

As the year comes to a close, your contribution can make a lasting impact. Help us restore the Koi Pond, a cherished feature of Rotary Botanical Gardens, and preserve its beauty for generations to come.

Double Your Impact!

Thanks to a generous matching pledge from RH Landscape, every dollar you give by December 22 will be matched, bringing us closer to our $50,000 goal!