Events information
The Gardens provide a tranquil, lush setting for many outdoor events. In the past the Friends and other groups have hosted sculpture exhibitions, open garden rambles and guided walking tours of the Botanic Gardens, community picnics, bulb planting days, national Botanic Gardens Day events and many more. The Gardens are not only a great venue for simple pleasures like walks, play, exercise, meditation or a picnic, they are also perfect for celebrations, community events and family gatherings, big and small.
Events in 2026
Botanic Gardens and Depot Working Bees are scheduled every month during 2026. Please contact us via email for details if you would like to participate.
Sunday, April 19th
Our Autumn Community Picnic in the Gardens was a free community event in conjunction with the Macedon Ranges Autumn Festival. Our special guest was Dr Greg Moore, an engaging and entertaining ABC Melbourne presenter and tree expert. Greg is a former Principal, University of Melbourne Burnley campus, he has been a member of the National Trust’s Register of Significant Trees since 1988 and its Chair since 1996. In 2017 he was awarded an OAM for his services to the environment and aboriculture, is the author of several books, book chapters and a significant number of scientific journal papers.
September 6th at 8am and 9am
The Daff Dash, an 11km and 5km Fun Run/Walk starting and finishing in the Kyneton Botanic Gardens. This event is organised by the Kyneton Daffodil and Arts Festival committee. Registrations via their website at: www.kynetondaffodilandartsfestival.com.
September 11th at 2.00pm and September 12th at 2.45pm
Guided walking tours of the Kyneton Botanic Gardens in conjunction with the KDAF Open Gardens Bus Tours. Please register via the KDAF website.
Guided tours of the Botanic Gardens at other times are available by arrangement.
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