Asian Music and Dance Festival
(Chinese Garden)
July 9 to 12, 2009 at 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30 p.m.
Showtime! A veritable festival of Asian colours and rhythms, as Chinese, Indian, Japanese and other folk groups take the stage.

The Monarch Odyssey
(Insectarium Garden)
August 22, 23, 29, 30 and September 5, 6, 7, 2009 at 2:30 p.m.
The Insectarium's experts invite you to admire a unique sight as monarchs are tagged before they start their migration to Mexico.

The Magic of Lanterns
(Chinese Garden)
September 11 to November 1, 2009
The Chinese Garden is all aglow again: the lanterns are back. Hundreds of handmade silk lanterns from China combine to create a fantastic Asian ambiance.

Under the Cuban Sun with Marie-Victorin    New!
(Temporary exhibition space)
From December 5, 2008
Cuban ecology and flora: learn about Brother Marie-Victorin's contribution and the modern-day wealth of the country's natural heritage. A fascinating look at the island and the Botanical Garden's founder.

Forest Kaleidoscope   New!
(Tree House)
From January 31 to November 1, 2009
Explore the "indoor woods" at the Tree House with this fascinating exhibition designed to appeal to the whole family. Have fun while learning all about the plants and animals that live in the forest, forestry practices, ecotourism and the threats facing our green spaces.

Knowledge and Know-how
(First Nations Garden)
May 15 to November 1, 2009
Guided tours, cultural activities, performances and demonstrations of Native handicrafts. An introduction to knowledge and know-how both ancient and modern.

Lacquer, Precious Resin
(Japanese Pavilion)
May 15 to November 1, 2009
Lacquer is a substance with astounding properties collected from trees using traditional techniques, and applied to both utilitarian and decorative objects. Lacquerware exists in many countries, but in Japan this art has reached truly remarkable levels of refinement, a tribute to the finesse of Japanese esthetics. The exhibition invites visitors to learn all about lacquer – how it is collected, processed and used – and to admire a superb collection of pieces made by members of the Japan Urushi Art and Craft Association.

The Mighty Soybean
(Chinese Garden)
May 15 to November 1, 2009
Soybeans, native to China and one of the Chinese "grains of life", have had a profound influence on that country's culture. Learn about their history, their countless uses and their importance in Chinese daily life. You'll be amazed by their versatility.

Busy Bodies
(Insectarium)
All year
Ants, bees, termites … many insects live in organized groups in which each member has a well-defined role that helps preserve the species. Learn about their community life and see some truly ingenious social models. It's an exhibition crawling with life!

Tanabata
(Japanese Garden)
July 4 and 5, 2009
The Japanese Garden celebrates Tanabata, the Japanese Star Festival, in its own way. The event commemorates the legend of Orihime and Hikoboshi, two lovers separated by the Milky Way, who can meet only once a year. Special visitor activities.

Tree House Days
(Tree House)
July 18 and 19, 2009
All kinds of festivities and fun activities.

Tea Garden
(Japanese Garden)
May 15 to October 31, 2009
This tiny garden is a place devoted to beauty and serenity, whose traditional purpose is to allow guests to shed their worldly cares as they prepare for the tea ceremony .

Leslie-Hancock Garden
(Leslie-Hancock Garden)
Especially impressive in May and June
Located in the heart of the arboretum, this well-kept secret is overflowing with sunny beauties. Don't miss it!

Cultural events
(First Nations Garden)
June 21, 27 and 28, 2009
July 25 and 26, 2009
August 1, 2, 8, 9, 22, 23, 29 and 30, 2009
Ceremony, cultural activities, performances and demonstrations of Native handicrafts.

Demonstrations and workshops at the Chinese Garden
June 20 to September 7, 2009
Guided tours, Chinese handicraft, Chinese Melodies, etc.

Demonstrations and workshops at the Japanese Garden
June 20 to September 7, 2009
Guided tours, diverse activities and workshops.

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Ceremony
(Japanese Garden)
August 5, 2009 at 7 p.m.

Courtyard of the senses
(Courtyard of the senses)
June 20 to September 7, 2009
Close your eyes and explore the fascinating universe of plants with different textures and fragrances. Use all your other senses! (Located across from the Garden restaurant.)

Tree House
(Tree House)
June 20 to September 7, 2009
Visitor activities at the Tree House: North American bonsai trees, Celtic trees & activities in the Arboretum.

The Pond
(Tree House)
May 15 to October 31, 2009
The paths, interpretation panels and visitor activities will help you better understand and appreciate this native habitat.

Activities at the Insectarium
Calendar of events, calendar of exhibitions, entomological information, Educational activities.

Exhibition by the Quebec Rose Society
(Reception Centre and Rose Garden)
June 27 and 28, 2009

Montréal Bonsai and Penjing Society Annual Show - 30th Anniversary
(Tree House)
September 18 to 20, 2009
The Society Website

Montréal Mycologists Club Annual Exhibit
(Tree House)
September 20, 2009
The Society Website

General Information
All you need to know to plan your visit,
including opening hours, fees, directions & services.

School Activities | Group Information
Calendar of Blooms

Activities
Fall 2009