Art in the Gardens

Doors open at 11:00 AM — festivities until 5:00 PM The 34th annual Art in the Gardens returns to Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens on Saturday, August 7, and Sunday, August 8, bringing together creative expression, peak summer blooms, and coastal beauty for one unforgettable weekend on the Mendocino Coast. During this major summer fundraiser, the Gardens transform into a vibrant open-air celebration featuring more than 50 artists showcasing ceramics, jewelry, photography, woodwork, and more. The heart of the celebration takes place on the Event Lawn, where you can enjoy live music and entertainment all weekend long. Savor delicious offerings from local food vendors alongside craft brews and regional wines, available by the glass or through an all-day tasting experience that includes a complimentary commemorative glass. Beyond the Event Lawn, sculptures dot the landscape while sweeping Pacific views and spectacular dahlia displays create a stunning backdrop throughout the weekend. Wander from artist booths to garden paths, and ocean overlooks, taking in seasonal highlights including dazzling dahlias, begonias, vibrant perennials, and the Gardens’ organic demonstration vegetable garden. Whether you are discovering a new favorite artist, finding a one-of-a-kind treasure, or simply enjoying a summer day on the coast with family and friends, Art in the Gardens is a celebration you will not want to miss. This beloved community tradition and key fundraiser supports the nonprofit Gardens’ mission to conserve plants and create meaningful connections between people, plants, and place. Tickets will launch in May 2027! Community Foundation of Mendocino County – Meredythe G. & Clayton C. Daley, Jr. Family Fund Further Reach Internet . Redwood Waste Solutions . Sea Rock Inn Deep Valley Security . Mendocino Coast Healthcare Foundation . Mendocino College Mendocino Solar Service . Rossi Building Materials . Savings Bank of Mendocino County Thompson's PortaSeptic Service BARRA of Mendocino . Bee Hunter Wine . Frey Vineyards . Graziano Family of Wines Handley Cellars . McNab Ridge Winery . Meyer Family Cellars North Coast Brewing Company . Schnaubelt Distillery Domaine Anderson . Husch Vineyards . Meyer Family Cellars Navarro Vineyards & Winery . Pennyroyal Farm . Roederer Estate Scharffenberger Cellars . North Coast Brewing Company Sponsorship of this major annual fundraiser supports the Gardens and our mission to engage and enrich lives by displaying and conserving plants in harmony with our Northern California coastal ecosystems and to preserve public access to the coast. Please help us to maintain this world-class garden — a place for our community to find inspiration in nature. Partner with us in a celebration of creative expression, gorgeous gardens, music, food, and drink that attracts as many as 2,500 guests each year! Email [email protected] to find out more about the 2027 opportunities.