Naples Botanical Garden

Sensory-Friendly Saturdays: RSVP Required
2026-05-16 16:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York)
Join us for a FREE Sensory-Friendly Saturday for guests, families, and individuals with autism spectrum disorder and other sensory processing needs.

Experience the peacefulness and fun of the Garden with disturbances minimized. An air-conditioned take-a-break space will be provided, as well as hands-on activities for the whole family! Free admission applies between 4 – 6pm only.

Registration required; RSVP by completing this form.

Visual Schedule

Parent/Caregiver Guide

Social Experience Story

To coincide with the January 24th Sensory-Friendly Saturday, the Garden is proud to host the 2025 – 2026 Additional Needs Art Contest Reception & Awards from 4 – 6pm in partnership with Additional Needs, Inc. During the event, the winners of the “Celebration of Creation” contest will be announced. In addition to partnering with Additional Needs, Inc., the Garden is delighted to welcome the several local service organizations who will be participating in the event.

The mission of Additional Needs is to transform societal perspectives on disability and special needs, using the term “additional needs,” and to offer convenient access to valuable resources and tools. These resources aim to empower individuals with additional needs to achieve their maximum potential. Learn more about Additional Needs, Inc.

Music in the Garden
2026-06-13 12:00 - 14:00
Presented by Citizens

Area musicians grace the Garden stage overlooking the Performance Lawn on select Saturdays, monthly from October through June. Bring your own chair or blanket and sit back and relax in your favorite tropical setting while listening to the musical stylings of our local talent.

– Chairs and blankets are encouraged for Music in the Garden and Rhythm & Blooms performances.

Showtimes: October – May, 2 – 4pm; June, 12 – 2pm

Upcoming Dates

March 28

2 – 4pm

Kelly Neff

Hailing from Virginia, Kelly Neff brings a uniqueness to the stage with a commanding presence and engaging performances. Her original music is heartfelt and covers a wide spectrum of blues, funk, and rock. She has opened for several national acts including Melissa Etheridge, Keb Mo, Ronnie Milsap, Livingston Taylor, and The Wallflowers.

April 18

2 – 4pm

Performance details coming soon

May 9

2 – 4pm

Performance details coming soon

June 13

12 – 2pm

Havy Rodriguez & The Miami Splash Band

Hailing from Naples and Miami, Havy Rodriguez & the Miami Splash Band bring a fun fusion of Latin, pop, and jazz. From bachata and bolero to rumba and cumbia, they bring beats that make it hard not to tap along with your feet!

Included with Garden admission; free for Members

Purchase Tickets

Every Garden admission ticket or membership purchase helps to support Naples Botanical Garden’s conservation efforts.
