The Garden’s popular after-hours event returns with new activities in celebration of Alice’s Wonderland Returns. Every Thursday through Sept. 12, from 5 – 9 p.m., attendees can purchase specialty cocktails, treasure hunt for the Cheshire Cat, enjoy live music, discovery stations, lawn games, and more while exploring the exhibition dramatically lighted at night at the Atlanta Botanical Garden.
- Upon arrival, guests can take a photo at the tipsy photo op and purchase a specialty themed cocktail.
- The Wonderland Scavenger Hunt begins in the Visitor Center. Participants can grab a pencil and clue sheet from the Visitor Center and start their search for nine Cheshire Cats scattered around the Garden. It’s a curious way to ensure they see all that the Garden has to offer. Once they solve the riddle, they can turn in their completed hunt to the Gift Shop for 20% off their purchase and a chance to win a drawing for a Garden Lights prize package!
- Guests can stroll around the Canopy Walk while a curated playlist enhances the vibe.
- They can learn about the Garden’s most iconic mosaiculture sculpture at the Earth Goddess Discovery Station, staffed by Garden volunteers.
- Visitors will spot the Cheshire Cat on Alston Overlook, then head toward Alice, who’s spinning down the rabbit hole by the Great Lawn, where they can try their hand at corn hole, Jenga, and Connect Four.
- Guests can browse the Artist Market in Cox Courtyard, featuring garden-themed local vendors offering honey, jams, jewelry, blown glass, soaps, fascinators, plants, and more!
- As they head toward the Singing Flowers and Skyline Garden, visitors should beware of the Queen of Hearts, where a real-life Alice takes photos with guests in front of the Chess Set from 6 – 7 p.m. and 7:30 – 8:30 p.m.
- Live music can be heard at various locations throughout the season.
- Food and beverage options are available for purchase from Garden bars, Longleaf Restaurant, and the Snack Bar.
Please note: Activities may be canceled in the event of rain or inclement weather. Cancellations will be announced on the website and social media by 2 p.m. on the day of the event. The Garden and its parking facility are card-only. No cash is accepted. Cocktails in Wonderland special activities will not take place on July 4, though the Garden will be open.
