Ongoing
TOURS
Public Tours
Every fourth Saturday of the month at 10am
Trained Tour Guides lead visitors and community groups through the Garden, share its history, describe its development, point out notable plants, talk about KGF’s activities, and answer questions.
This program is free and registration is required.
Register here
Public Tours
Every fourth Saturday of the month at 10am
Trained Tour Guides lead visitors and community groups through the Garden, share its history, describe its development, point out notable plants, talk about KGF’s activities, and answer questions.
This program is free and registration is required.
Register here
Upcoming
WELLNESS
Forest Bathing
Wednesday, April 16th, 5:30pm
Experience Kubota Garden in an intentionally sensory way through the practice of Forest Bathing: a session to connect with nature in community. A certified Cascadia Forest Therapy Guide will lead a two-hour session through the Garden. See their website to deepen your understanding of the practice: https://www.cascadiaforesttherapy.com/.
Cost is $25 for KGF members (with discount code) and $30 for non-members.
Register here
Forest Bathing
Wednesday, April 16th, 5:30pm
Experience Kubota Garden in an intentionally sensory way through the practice of Forest Bathing: a session to connect with nature in community. A certified Cascadia Forest Therapy Guide will lead a two-hour session through the Garden. See their website to deepen your understanding of the practice: https://www.cascadiaforesttherapy.com/.
Cost is $25 for KGF members (with discount code) and $30 for non-members.
Register here
SALE
Spring Plant Sale
Saturday, May 3rd, 9am - 1pm
Unique plant varieties, including maples, dwarf conifers, shrubs, perennials & native plants similar to those found in Kubota Garden & suitable for any size garden will be available at this sale. Experts are on site to provide advice. All proceeds benefit Kubota Garden Foundation and help to provide events and programs at the Garden.
Follow signs to Kubota Garden's nursery (located south of the main parking lot.)
Spring Plant Sale
Saturday, May 3rd, 9am - 1pm
Unique plant varieties, including maples, dwarf conifers, shrubs, perennials & native plants similar to those found in Kubota Garden & suitable for any size garden will be available at this sale. Experts are on site to provide advice. All proceeds benefit Kubota Garden Foundation and help to provide events and programs at the Garden.
Follow signs to Kubota Garden's nursery (located south of the main parking lot.)
KIDS & FAMILY
Storytime at Kubota Garden
Saturday, May 10th, 10am
This summer, KGF is hosting a storytelling series of children's books and art activities following the theme of Japanese American immigrant stories. Author Lori Matsukawa will read her book Brave Mrs. Sato, a heartwarming story of intergenerational friendship, immigration, and bravery. The story is followed by an ikebana demonstration by Lori. For families with children ages 5 - 12.
This is a free drop in program and adults must be in attendance with child(ren).
Follow signs to the Terrace.
Storytime at Kubota Garden
Saturday, May 10th, 10am
This summer, KGF is hosting a storytelling series of children's books and art activities following the theme of Japanese American immigrant stories. Author Lori Matsukawa will read her book Brave Mrs. Sato, a heartwarming story of intergenerational friendship, immigration, and bravery. The story is followed by an ikebana demonstration by Lori. For families with children ages 5 - 12.
This is a free drop in program and adults must be in attendance with child(ren).
Follow signs to the Terrace.
ARTS & CULTURE
dani tirrell and The Congregation present:
Leviticus or Love to walk amongst HUMANS! Book II
May 29th, 6:30pm
May 30th, 1pm
May 31st, 5pm
A dance performance "transforming Kubota Garden into a divine landscape, this work imagines what utopia would look like if Black bodies were free to imagine."
There is no cost to attend, however, please reserve your tickets so that you receive all pre-show communications.
Reserve tickets here
dani tirrell and The Congregation present:
Leviticus or Love to walk amongst HUMANS! Book II
May 29th, 6:30pm
May 30th, 1pm
May 31st, 5pm
A dance performance "transforming Kubota Garden into a divine landscape, this work imagines what utopia would look like if Black bodies were free to imagine."
There is no cost to attend, however, please reserve your tickets so that you receive all pre-show communications.
Reserve tickets here
YOUTH
Pollinator Safari
Saturday, June 7th, 11am - 1pm
Join us for an experiential educational opportunity at Kubota Garden designed for children ages 7 - 12. Learn about the BIG 5 pollinators (bees, butterflies, beetles, hoverflies, and wasps) with insect ecologist Chloé Markovits. Participants will catch, observe, draw and release insects.
This program is free and registration is required.
Registration opens: May 10th
Pollinator Safari
Saturday, June 7th, 11am - 1pm
Join us for an experiential educational opportunity at Kubota Garden designed for children ages 7 - 12. Learn about the BIG 5 pollinators (bees, butterflies, beetles, hoverflies, and wasps) with insect ecologist Chloé Markovits. Participants will catch, observe, draw and release insects.
This program is free and registration is required.
Registration opens: May 10th
KIDS & FAMILY
Storytime at Kubota Garden
Saturday, June 14th, 10am
This summer, KGF is hosting a storytelling series of children's books and art activities following the theme of Japanese American immigrant stories. We will read Baseball Saved Us by Ken Mochizuki, an inspiring and uplifting story about a young boy persevering in an interment camp. Followed by an art activity lead by artist Erin Shigaki. For families with children ages 5 - 12.
This is a free drop in program and adults must be in attendance with child(ren).
Follow signs to the Terrace
Storytime at Kubota Garden
Saturday, June 14th, 10am
This summer, KGF is hosting a storytelling series of children's books and art activities following the theme of Japanese American immigrant stories. We will read Baseball Saved Us by Ken Mochizuki, an inspiring and uplifting story about a young boy persevering in an interment camp. Followed by an art activity lead by artist Erin Shigaki. For families with children ages 5 - 12.
This is a free drop in program and adults must be in attendance with child(ren).
Follow signs to the Terrace
YOUTH
Soapstone Carving Workshop for Youth
Saturday, June 21st, 10am - 11:30am & 1pm - 2:30pm
Artist instructors from Northwest Stone Sculptors Association will guide participants through the process of shaping this beautiful, natural material into a figurine to take home. Participation is free and the soapstone and all necessary tools will be provided.
This program is free and registration is required.
Registration opens: May 24th
Soapstone Carving Workshop for Youth
Saturday, June 21st, 10am - 11:30am & 1pm - 2:30pm
Artist instructors from Northwest Stone Sculptors Association will guide participants through the process of shaping this beautiful, natural material into a figurine to take home. Participation is free and the soapstone and all necessary tools will be provided.
This program is free and registration is required.
Registration opens: May 24th
YOUTH
Pollinator Safari
Saturday, July 12th, 11am - 1pm
Join us for an experiential educational opportunity at Kubota Garden designed for children ages 7-12. Learn about the BIG 5 pollinators (bees, butterflies, beetles, hoverflies, and wasps) with insect ecologist Chloé Markovits. Participants will catch, observe, and release insects.
This program is free and registration is required.
Registration opens: June 14th
Pollinator Safari
Saturday, July 12th, 11am - 1pm
Join us for an experiential educational opportunity at Kubota Garden designed for children ages 7-12. Learn about the BIG 5 pollinators (bees, butterflies, beetles, hoverflies, and wasps) with insect ecologist Chloé Markovits. Participants will catch, observe, and release insects.
This program is free and registration is required.
Registration opens: June 14th
KIDS & FAMILY
Storytime at Kubota Garden
Wednesday, July 16th, 10am
This summer, KGF is hosting a storytelling series of children's books and art activities following the theme of Japanese American immigrant stories. Educator Barbara Yasui reads A Place Where Sunflowers Grow by Amy Lee-Tai, a story of a young girl finding hope while living in an interment camp followed by an art activity. For families with children ages 5 - 12.
This is a free drop in program and adults must be in attendance with child(ren).
Follow signs to the Terrace.
Storytime at Kubota Garden
Wednesday, July 16th, 10am
This summer, KGF is hosting a storytelling series of children's books and art activities following the theme of Japanese American immigrant stories. Educator Barbara Yasui reads A Place Where Sunflowers Grow by Amy Lee-Tai, a story of a young girl finding hope while living in an interment camp followed by an art activity. For families with children ages 5 - 12.
This is a free drop in program and adults must be in attendance with child(ren).
Follow signs to the Terrace.
ARTS & CULTURE
Wandering and Wondering - A Butoh Performance
Sunday, July 27th, 12pm - 3pm
DAIPANbutoh Collective performers interpret and respond live to the natural elements of Kubota Garden in art of butoh: an avant-garde form of Japanese dance theatre characterized by its unique aesthetics, expressive movements, and often unsettling, awakening and transformative themes.
This event is free and open to the public.
Dancers will be performing throughout the Garden.
Wandering and Wondering - A Butoh Performance
Sunday, July 27th, 12pm - 3pm
DAIPANbutoh Collective performers interpret and respond live to the natural elements of Kubota Garden in art of butoh: an avant-garde form of Japanese dance theatre characterized by its unique aesthetics, expressive movements, and often unsettling, awakening and transformative themes.
This event is free and open to the public.
Dancers will be performing throughout the Garden.
ARTS & CULTURE
Jazz in the Garden
Wednesday, August 6th, 6:30pm - 8pm
Seattle Parks Foundation and Kubota Garden Foundation presents Jazz in the Garden featuring Elnah Jordan and Eric Verlinde. Bring your own lawn/ beach chairs or blankets and a picnic.
This event is free and open to the public.
Follow signs to the Terrace.
Jazz in the Garden
Wednesday, August 6th, 6:30pm - 8pm
Seattle Parks Foundation and Kubota Garden Foundation presents Jazz in the Garden featuring Elnah Jordan and Eric Verlinde. Bring your own lawn/ beach chairs or blankets and a picnic.
This event is free and open to the public.
Follow signs to the Terrace.
YOUTH
Pollinator Safari
Saturday, August 16th, 11am - 1pm
Join us for an experiential educational opportunity at Kubota Garden designed for children ages 7-12. Learn about the BIG 5 pollinators (bees, butterflies, beetles, hoverflies, and wasps) with insect ecologist Chloé Markovits. Participants will catch, observe, and release insects.
This program is free and registration is required.
Registration opens: July 12th
Pollinator Safari
Saturday, August 16th, 11am - 1pm
Join us for an experiential educational opportunity at Kubota Garden designed for children ages 7-12. Learn about the BIG 5 pollinators (bees, butterflies, beetles, hoverflies, and wasps) with insect ecologist Chloé Markovits. Participants will catch, observe, and release insects.
This program is free and registration is required.
Registration opens: July 12th
ARTS & CULTURE
Summer Thunder - Taiko at Kubota Garden
Sunday, August 24th, 1pm - 3pm
Three local taiko groups will perform taiko drumming sets for a thunderous garden experience! Bring your own lawn/ beach chairs or blankets and a picnic.
This event is free and open to the public.
Follow signs to the Terrace.
Summer Thunder - Taiko at Kubota Garden
Sunday, August 24th, 1pm - 3pm
Three local taiko groups will perform taiko drumming sets for a thunderous garden experience! Bring your own lawn/ beach chairs or blankets and a picnic.
This event is free and open to the public.
Follow signs to the Terrace.
SALE
Fall Plant Sale
Saturday, September 6th, 9am - 1pm
Unique plant varieties, including maples, dwarf conifers, shrubs, perennials & native plants similar to those found in Kubota Garden & suitable for any size garden will be available at this sale. Experts are on site to provide advice. All proceeds benefit Kubota Garden Foundation and help to provide events and programs at the Garden.
Follow signs to Kubota Garden's nursery (located south of the main parking lot.)
Fall Plant Sale
Saturday, September 6th, 9am - 1pm
Unique plant varieties, including maples, dwarf conifers, shrubs, perennials & native plants similar to those found in Kubota Garden & suitable for any size garden will be available at this sale. Experts are on site to provide advice. All proceeds benefit Kubota Garden Foundation and help to provide events and programs at the Garden.
Follow signs to Kubota Garden's nursery (located south of the main parking lot.)
MEMBERS
Annual KGF Members' Meeting & Celebration
Saturday, September 20th, 12pm - 3pm
The Annual Meeting is an event where Kubota Garden Foundation members come together at Kubota Garden to celebrate the Garden, enjoy a meal, and learn about ongoing and upcoming projects.
Registration and logistics will be communicated directly to members.
Want to become a member? Learn more here.
Annual KGF Members' Meeting & Celebration
Saturday, September 20th, 12pm - 3pm
The Annual Meeting is an event where Kubota Garden Foundation members come together at Kubota Garden to celebrate the Garden, enjoy a meal, and learn about ongoing and upcoming projects.
Registration and logistics will be communicated directly to members.
Want to become a member? Learn more here.
ARTS & CULTURE
Art in the Garden - A Sculpture Walk
September 27th & 28th, 10am - 4pm
See many stone sculpture works and their creators from Northwest Stone Sculptors Association. Some pieces are for sale!
This event is free and open to the public.
Follow signs to the Terrace.
Art in the Garden - A Sculpture Walk
September 27th & 28th, 10am - 4pm
See many stone sculpture works and their creators from Northwest Stone Sculptors Association. Some pieces are for sale!
This event is free and open to the public.
Follow signs to the Terrace.
YOUTH
Taiko Drumming Workshop for Youth
Saturday, October 4th, 10am - 11am (ages 5-10) & 11:15am - 12:15pm (ages 11-17)
Performers and educators from NW Taiko will lead a workshop where participants will learn some taiko vocabulary, basic taiko hits, and a simple song.
This program is free and registration is required.
Registration opens: September 6th
Taiko Drumming Workshop for Youth
Saturday, October 4th, 10am - 11am (ages 5-10) & 11:15am - 12:15pm (ages 11-17)
Performers and educators from NW Taiko will lead a workshop where participants will learn some taiko vocabulary, basic taiko hits, and a simple song.
This program is free and registration is required.
Registration opens: September 6th
YOUTH
Spider Safari
Saturday, October 18th, 11am - 1pm
Join us for an experiential educational opportunity at Kubota Garden designed for children ages 7 - 12. Learn about the the spiders of Kubota Garden with insect ecologist Chloé Markovits. Participants will catch, observe, and release spiders.
This program is free and registration is required.
Registration opens: September 20th
Spider Safari
Saturday, October 18th, 11am - 1pm
Join us for an experiential educational opportunity at Kubota Garden designed for children ages 7 - 12. Learn about the the spiders of Kubota Garden with insect ecologist Chloé Markovits. Participants will catch, observe, and release spiders.
This program is free and registration is required.
Registration opens: September 20th
SALE
Houseplants for the Holidays
November 24th - December 6th
Shop for unique houseplants at our annual holiday sale. KGF merch and Spirited Stone books will also be available for purchase. All proceeds benefit Kubota Garden Foundation and help to provide events and programs at the Garden. Order online and pick up at the KGF office.
Online store opens: November 24th
Houseplants for the Holidays
November 24th - December 6th
Shop for unique houseplants at our annual holiday sale. KGF merch and Spirited Stone books will also be available for purchase. All proceeds benefit Kubota Garden Foundation and help to provide events and programs at the Garden. Order online and pick up at the KGF office.
Online store opens: November 24th