upcoming events
Mahjong 101 & Open Play
Join us for another round of Mahjong - whether you’re just starting out, or an experienced player, there is fun for all!
Birding Tours
Discover Magnolia’s diverse birdlife on guided tours with Robert Heise, every other Saturday this fall.
En Plein Air Workshop
Experience a one-day Plein Air Workshop with artist Mary Hoffman at Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, surrounded by the beauty of the Lowcountry!
Autumn on the Ashley
Enjoy wine, live music, and autumn beauty along the Ashley River during Magnolia’s fall wine stroll.
Pup Country Candle Making Class
Join us in the Workshop for a hands-on candle-making experience with Pup Country Candles!
Sensory-Friendly Hour
Join us for a free Sensory-Friendly Hour at Magnolia, tailored to individuals with sensory sensitivities and their families.
Story Strolls
Join us at Magnolia Story Strolls for a lively one-hour adventure where stories come to life through nature walks, activities, and encounters with Magnolia’s experts and wildlife.
Sweetgrass Basket Class
Create your own one-of-a-kind sweetgrass basket in a special class with Jennifaye of Geechee Gyal Baskets at 11 am or 2pm (two classes being held).
December Story Stroll
Celebrate the holidays with a Story Stroll at Magnolia, featuring Charleston author and illustrator Andrew Barton and his beloved book Heyward the Horse Loves Charleston, Of Course!
Homeschool Day
Bring your homeschool family to Magnolia for a fun-filled day of exploration, games, and learning in the gardens!
Perfume-Making Class
Create your own luxury fragrance in this hands-on perfume-making class with Tijon at Magnolia’s Carriage House.
Paint & Sip Class
Take a piece of Magnolia home with you & unleash your creativity in our Paint & Sip Class!
Gullah Doll Making Class
Create your own one-of-a-kind Gullah doll in a special class with Genya Watson!
Nature Journaling Class
Create your own nature journal during a guided, hands-on class in the gardens with the Summerville Artist Guild.
Introduction to Photography
Join award-winning photographer Jim Miller for a hands-on, three-part introduction to photography and learn how to confidently use your camera to capture stunning images.
Doggie Days of Summer
Bring your pup to Magnolia for Doggie Days of Summer—a fun-filled day of music, treats, adoptable pets, and garden strolls on August 17!
Last Blast of Summer
Celebrate the final weekend of Nature POP! with lawn games, music, a scavenger hunt, and popsicle prizes at Magnolia’s Last Blast of Summer on August 16!
All Levels Mat Pilates with Isa
A gentle outdoor mat Pilates class designed for beginners, focused on breath, core strength, and mindful movement —garden admission included.
July Speaker Series
Learn how to transform your yard into a thriving native plant habitat with expert Paula Carr of the South Carolina Native Plant Society.
Bugs & Blooms
Bugs & Blooms brings science, nature, and family fun together in Magnolia’s expanded celebration of the creatures that call the Lowcountry home.
Sensory-Friendly Hour
Join us for a free Sensory-Friendly Hour at Magnolia, tailored to individuals with sensory sensitivities and their families.
All Levels Vinyasa Flow
Flow, strengthen, and reconnect with nature during an All-Levels Vinyasa yoga class — garden admission included.
Juneteenth Speaker Series
A powerful Juneteenth evening of truth-telling, art, and reflection with Polly Sheppard, Margaret Seidler, and John W. Jones at the Magnolia Speaker Series.
Living Legacies: A Juneteenth Commemoration
Join us for Juneteenth at Magnolia with a powerful series of events honoring African American history, culture, and resilience.
Magnolia Moments: A Father’s Day Celebration
Treat Dad to a day at Magnolia this Father’s Day—where nature and family come together.
Fridays After Five
Experience the magic of Magnolia every Friday evening in June with extended hours and golden hour garden adventures!
Sean Kenney’s Nature POP!® Exhibit
We’re thrilled to host Sean Kenney’s Nature POP!® Exhibit from Friday, May 23 to Sunday, August 17. Join us for a day of wonder & curiosity!
2025 Monthly Speaker Sessions - May
Join Bernard E. Powers Jr., College of Charleston’s director of the Center for the Study of Slavery in Charleston and professor emeritus of history on May 14!
Mahjong 101 & Open Play
Don’t miss the final Mahjong 101 & Open Play session on May 13!
Magnolia Moments: A Mother's Day Celebration
Celebrate Mother’s Day at Magnolia with free garden admission for moms and a serene day surrounded by blooms, beauty, and love.
Teacher Appreciation Week
Celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week with us with free admission for educators on Saturday, May 10th!
Mahjong 101
New to Mahjong? Join our beginner-friendly class on April 29! Marsha Patel will guide you through the basics.
Mahjong 101
New to Mahjong? Join our beginner-friendly class on April 22! Marsha Patel will guide you through the basics.
2025 Monthly Speaker Sessions
Join Meredith Bean, a Wildlife Biologist with the SCDNR Sea Turtle Program, on April 16th!
16th Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Our beloved family tradition is back and better than ever, with egg-citing activities for all ages!
Indigo in Bloom
Experience Indigo in Bloom at Magnolia Plantation & Gardens, April 5 – May 4—a stunning fusion of art, history, and nature.
Plant Sale
Don’t miss Magnolia’s biggest plant sale – March 15-16! Shop a wide selection of plants for your home and garden, and enjoy free expert presentations on orchid care, houseplants, perennials, and container gardening. Perfect for gardeners of all levels. Join us for two days of plant shopping, expert tips, and garden inspiration at Magnolia’s largest plant event of the year!
Petals and Pours
Join us for Petals and Pours, a stunning afternoon celebrating the beauty of our blooming camellias while bringing our community together for a day of pure relaxation and discovery.
Living Legacies
Experience Living Legacies: A Celebration of Black History, an inspiring event included with adult Garden Admission (free for kids 17 and under) and offers same-day reciprocal admission to Drayton Hall.