Come enjoy flowers, live music, and refreshments at four special summer evening events! On the third Thursdays of each month - June 19, July 17, August 21, and September 18, 2025, the Garden will stay open until 8 p.m. for visitors to enjoy the golden hour amidst the USBG plant collection from around the world. Four musical groups will perform live music in the Conservatory Garden Court beginning at 5 pm each date:

Sept. 18 (5pm-8pm): TrapCellist, DMV area native Chanel Kelly, will blend classical technique with modern genres including R&B, Soul, and Hip Hop on Acoustic Cello.

In partnership with the @friends_usbg, local restauranteur Vintage Views Bar will have lemonade, botanical nonalcoholic mocktails, and snacks available for purchase during all four extended evenings.

Additionally, local frozen treat vendor, Here’s The scoop.

Here's The Scoop will have gourmet ice cream and non-dairy sorbet available for purchase.

The gift shop will stay open during the extended evenings, offering unique USBG-themed items, live plants, and other botanical items for purchase. The USBG gift shop is run by local business @rewilddc in collaboration with the Friends of the USBG.

Entrance to the USBG is free and tickets are not required.

Learn more and plan your visit at www.USBG.gov.