Evening Garden Stroll

Tuesday, September 8, 2026 — 4:30 pm–7:30 pm

Free Public Tour at 6:00 pm

Enjoy the garden after hours during our Evening Garden Stroll.

Take a break from your weekly grind with some time outdoors after work — wander the gardens at your own pace and relax in the evening atmosphere.

Looking to learn more about the JCRA and its gardens? Go on the free public tour lead by our volunteer tour guides. Meet at the Bobby G. Wilder Visitor Center at 6:00 pm to join the tour.

On Evening Garden Stroll nights, the JCRA gardens remain open until 7:30 pm.

Some evenings include optional pop-up activities, while others are simply an open invitation to explore and unwind. Check each month's calendar announcement to find out what's happening.

Upcoming Evening Garden Strolls:

• Tuesday, October 13* – 4:30 pm–7:00 pm
  *note the earlier closing time due to earlier sunset

Cost

Free.

Location

JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University, 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, NC 27606.

Directions

Need directions? Click here.

Parking

Free parking is available at the JC Raulston Arboretum and along Beryl Road.

Questions

Contact the JCRA Education Team at jcraprograms@ncsu.edu for more information about this program.