We've turned 50!
2 January 2021 marked 50 years since Wollongong Botanic Garden opened daily to the public.
Connect to nature in the serene surrounds of the Garden as we host birthday celebrations throughout 2021. Bring some friends for a picnic, or just come for a walk to explore and enjoy the serenity.
Featured events
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 13 March 2021
- Sculpture in the Garden: from 6 February to 14 March 2021 (daily during Garden opening hours)
- Botanic Art & Photography Exhibition: 6 to 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.
Wednesday 21 April 2021
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Take a trip down memory lane and get in touch with the mid-20th Century farming days in the Illawarra.
Thursday 22 April 2021
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join the spirit of Courtney Puckey on a theatrical tour of Puckey's Estate.
Friday 23 April 2021
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join Joseph Banks for a humorous and theatrical stroll through the glasshouse and the Garden's native plant collections.
Wednesday 12 May 2021
05:30 pm - 07:00 pm
Explore our beautiful Garden under the mysterious cloak of darkness and meet some of the wildlife that call us home