Valentine's Day Forest Walk and Garden Stroll at the New York Botanical Garden
Details
**Official registration for this event will be taken from the following link: https://activities.outdoors.org/s/oc-activity/a5UVX0000010yq12AA/act00018981**
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with nature and new friends at the beautiful New York Botanical Garden! This walk is a relaxed, social outdoor adventure, featuring a pleasant hike through the Thain Family Forest, a stroll around scenic garden spaces, and a group lunch at the NYBG Pine Tree Cafe.
🌤 Weather Outlook
We’re expecting **milder winter weather on Saturday with mostly sunny skies and daytime temperatures rising into the upper 40s °F, making it a nice day for an easy outdoor walk before spring arrives.
💵 Important Ticket Pricing Information:
Participants will be responsible for paying for their own tickets. According to NYGB's website, the NYC Resident Grounds Access Pass is available on Tuesday, and Thursday through Sunday for purchase to NYC Residents only. Proof of residency is required and may only be purchased onsite. If you are visiting from another state, you will be charged the All Garden Access fee of $35. You can refer to this link for additional information: https://www.nybg.org/visit/admission/?keyword=tickets
- NYC Resident Grounds Access Pass:
- Adults: $15
- (Note: Grounds Access Pass availability depends on residency and excludes greenhouse access.)
🚆 Public Transportation Options
The New York Botanical Garden is well-served by several convenient transit options:
- Metro-North Harlem Line to Botanical Garden Station.
- Subway + Bus / Walk from B/D/4 trains to Bedford Park Blvd Stations and Bx25/Bx26 buses.
- Ride Share / Taxi to meeting location.
🗓 Event Itinerary
- Meet at NYBG entrance (details shared with registered participants)
- Explore the Thain Family Forest and garden grounds and have lunch at the Pine Tree Cafe (participants purchase their own or bring their own lunch)
- Wrap-up and optional garden exploration
🥾 What to Bring
- Comfortable layered clothing and comfortable walking shoes
- Water bottle (water fountains available by the restrooms)
- NYBG admission ticket (mobile/printed)
- Cash/card for lunch
This relaxed meetup is perfect for spending time outdoors and meeting new people in a beautiful winter-to-early-spring setting. 🔆🌳
Please RSVP soon — space is limited to 10 participants! Official registration will be held at the following link: https://activities.outdoors.org/s/oc-activity/a5UVX0000010yq12AA/act00018981💬✨