Upcoming Events at Olivewood Gardens

From garden exploration classes for little ones to themed cooking classes for adults to our annual Seedling Soirée, you can find all our upcoming happenings here.

Seedling Soirée 2025

Saturday, May 31, 2025   5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Join us on Saturday, May 31st, 2025 at Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center for the much-anticipated Seedling Soirée. This year, we’re not just celebrating our roots, we’re honoring 15 years of growth, impact, and community! Experience a Forage & Feast adventure as you stroll through Olivewood’s lush gardens and indulge in mouth-watering garden-inspired dishes prepared by talented local chefs, Olivewood Kitchenistas, and Garden 2 Kitchen Interns; sip on refreshing garden libations from local drink purveyors, and groove to the sounds of live music. Enjoy a Seated Dessert & Program showcasing our collective impact, and participate in silent and live auctions featuring unique experiences and gifts…all while surrounded by friends who share a love for our vibrant Olivewood community. Don’t wait too long to snag your tickets – this is a celebration you won’t want to miss!

Talls & Smalls June

Friday, June 06, 2025   11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Do you want your little one to form a love and curiosity around nature? Join us for this month’s Talls and Smalls adventure in the garden! Spend quality time exploring plants, animals and the environment with your little (ages 2-5). We can’t wait to see you! This class is funded in part, for a limited time, by First 5 San Diego.

Garden Explorers June: How Does Your Garden Grow?

Saturday, June 14, 2025   9:30 am - 11:30 am

This month, Garden Explorers is kicking off summer with a hands-on adventure: How Your Garden Grows! 🌻🫐☀️ K–6th graders, get your hands dirty and your green thumbs ready—learn how to plant, grow, and harvest your very own garden! Take home garden goodies and enjoy fresh, tasty snacks straight from the soil! 🍉🌱🍓

Chefcitos June 10am

Saturday, June 14, 2025   10:00 am - 11:30 am

Our blueberries are back in season again! Join us this month for Chefcitos: blueberry oat bars & more. Chefcitos will have the opportunity to harvest fresh blueberries from our garden and craft them into some delicious creations that they can recreate at home. Register your K-6th graders today for a culinary adventure!

Chefcitos June 1pm

Saturday, June 14, 2025   1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Our blueberries are back in season again! Join us this month for Chefcitos: blueberry oat bars & more. Chefcitos will have the opportunity to harvest fresh blueberries from our garden and craft them into some delicious creations that they can recreate at home. Register your K-6th graders today for a culinary adventure!

Rooted in Nature Summer Camp - NSD Week 2

Monday, June 16, 2025 - Friday, June 20, 2025   9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Week 2: June 16th – 20th (no camp June 19th) Rooted in Nature Summer Camp is hosted at Olivewood Gardens & Learning Center for incoming 3rd – 6th graders. This week is offered at no cost and is reserved for students enrolled in National School District. Join us for a week of outdoor exploration, hands-on garden activities, and tasty cooking lessons! We are excited to welcome your summer camper for a week of fun and hands-on learning! Spots are limited, sign up today!

Garden at Dusk Dinner Series

Friday, June 20, 2025   5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Join chefs Charlie Knowles and Manny Da Luz from bica for an intimate outdoor dinner in our beautiful gardens at sundown. Enjoy delicious and authentic farm-to-table cuisine while connecting with community. Let’s celebrate the season & make memories together that honor our commitment to sustainability, food justice & excellent local food!

Open Gardens

Saturday, June 21, 2025   10:00 am - 12:30 pm

Join us for our monthly Open Gardens and Property Tour! You’ll learn about the history of the property, Olivewood programming, and more! This tour takes place on natural surfaces such as dirt and mulch so please wear appropriate shoes. Tours at 10:15AM & 11:15AM. No registration required.

Youth Community Leadership Internship

Monday, June 23, 2025 - Monday, August 25, 2025   4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Join us at Olivewood Gardens for an 8-week Youth Community Leadership Program! This program is for High School students who wants to gain skills and knowledge surrounding community engagement, food systems and social justice. The program culminates in a project proposal to create change in our community. Interns will: Learn about different aspects of their local food system, Learn about civic and community engagement, Create and engage in a community listening forum, Design and create a project proposal based on community input

Open Gardens

Saturday, July 19, 2025   10:00 am - 12:30 pm

Join us for our monthly Open Gardens and Property Tour! You’ll learn about the history of the property, Olivewood programming, and more! This tour takes place on natural surfaces such as dirt and mulch so please wear appropriate shoes. Tours at 10:15AM & 11:15AM. No registration required.

Garden at Dusk Dinner Series

Saturday, August 09, 2025   5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Join chef Logan Mitchell founder of Cellar Door supperclub and kitchen and bar supply shops Tablespoon and Collins & Coupe for an intimate outdoor dinner in our beautiful gardens at sundown. Enjoy delicious and authentic farm-to-table cuisine while connecting with community. Let’s celebrate the season & make memories together that honor our commitment to sustainability, food justice & excellent local food!

Open Gardens

Saturday, August 16, 2025   10:00 am - 12:30 pm

Join us for our monthly Open Gardens and Property Tour! You’ll learn about the history of the property, Olivewood programming, and more! This tour takes place on natural surfaces such as dirt and mulch so please wear appropriate shoes. Tours at 10:15AM & 11:15AM. No registration required.

Open Gardens

Saturday, September 20, 2025   10:00 am - 12:30 pm

Join us for our monthly Open Gardens and Property Tour! You’ll learn about the history of the property, Olivewood programming, and more! This tour takes place on natural surfaces such as dirt and mulch so please wear appropriate shoes. Tours at 10:15AM & 11:15AM. No registration required.

Garden at Dusk Dinner Series

Saturday, October 04, 2025   5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Chefs Tara Monsod, Executive Chef at ANIMAE and Le Coq & Aidan Owens, the Culinary Director of Herb & Wood both from Puffer Malarkey Group for a delightful dinner under the stars. Join us for the last dinner of our 2025 series! Let’s celebrate the season & make memories together that honor our commitment to sustainability, food justice & excellent local food!

Open Gardens

Saturday, October 18, 2025   10:00 am - 12:30 pm

Join us for our monthly Open Gardens and Property Tour! You’ll learn about the history of the property, Olivewood programming, and more! This tour takes place on natural surfaces such as dirt and mulch so please wear appropriate shoes. Tours at 10:15AM & 11:15AM. No registration required.

Open Gardens

Saturday, November 15, 2025   10:00 am - 12:30 pm

Join us for our monthly Open Gardens and Property Tour! You’ll learn about the history of the property, Olivewood programming, and more! This tour takes place on natural surfaces such as dirt and mulch so please wear appropriate shoes. Tours at 10:15AM & 11:15AM. No registration required.

Open Gardens

Saturday, December 20, 2025   10:00 am - 12:30 pm

Join us for our monthly Open Gardens and Property Tour! You’ll learn about the history of the property, Olivewood programming, and more! This tour takes place on natural surfaces such as dirt and mulch so please wear appropriate shoes. Tours at 10:15AM & 11:15AM. No registration required.

Open Gardens

Saturday, January 17, 2026   10:00 am - 12:30 pm

Join us for our monthly Open Gardens and Property Tour! You’ll learn about the history of the property, Olivewood programming, and more! This tour takes place on natural surfaces such as dirt and mulch so please wear appropriate shoes. Tours at 10:15AM & 11:15AM. No registration required.