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Established in 1927, Flamingo Gardens is one of the oldest botanical gardens and attractions in South Florida. Flamingo Gardens is the premier Everglades Learning Center and South Florida Wildlife and Botanical Sanctuary. Flamingo Gardens mission is to depict, preserve, and provide education about the natural and cultural heritage of South Florida and the Everglades in our botanical gardens and wildlife sanctuary.

Our 2025 Impact

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Furthering Our Impact

Special Event

James is Turning 8 Years Old!

Saturday, August 1st, 2026
Join the flock; Come dressed in your Flamingo Best to celebrate James’ 8th Birthday. James is an American Caribbean Flamingo, hatched and raised at Flamingo Gardens, Botanical Gardens and Everglades Wildlife Sanctuary in Davie.
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Kids Sunset Safari

Friday July 31, 2026
A nighttime wildlife experience in Flamingo Gardens, centered around animals that awaken after dark. Guests will move through a series of interactive stations, each focused on a different nocturnal species and how it survives the night. Visit with: Owls, Scorpions, Snakes, Alligators and more!
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Growing Conservation: UF Master Gardener Volunteers Make an Impact

Amy Rielly
When people think about conservation, they often picture rescuing wildlife or protecting endangered species. But conservation starts with something much smaller—healthy plants. At Flamingo Gardens, our botanical collections do more than create beautiful landscapes. They provide food and shelter for wildlife, support pollinators like butterflies and bees, help preserve rare and historic plant species, and...
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Story Time!

Sunday - August 2, 2026
Help promote early childhood literacy, healthy minds and bodies, and artistic imagination by joining us on the first Sunday of each month for Story Time in the new Everglades Outdoor Classroom. This month's book: Fio Makes a Difference & So Can You by Mary Black Diller!
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EcoTeers Sustainability Fair

Saturday - July 25, 2026
Discover practical ways to live more sustainably while enjoying one of South Florida's most beautiful botanical gardens. Meet local organizations, connect with environmentally conscious businesses, and explore resources designed to help individuals and families make a positive impact.
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Volunteer Spotlight: Garry Souffrant

Melissa Auld
Our Volunteer of the Month for June is Garry Souffrant. Garry has been volunteering with us for months has been someone who can adapt to anything. On any given day he has helped us at the tram, Wray Home, and gift shop. Garry had also been a guide in our Gallery throughout various exhibits. He...
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Flamingo Gardens Welcomes Rescued Panther “Sabal”

Keith Clark
Flamingo Gardens welcomes to its Everglades Wildlife Sanctuary, Sabal, a rescued puma kitten. Your gift, in Sabal’s honor, helps support her specialized care, as well as the care of all our injured and non-releasable animals. DONATE TO SABAL AMAZON WISHLIST Flamingo Gardens has welcomed a new resident to its Everglades Wildlife Sanctuary, Sabal, a rescued 22-week-old...
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EcoTeers in Action: Growing Community Impact Through Sustainability and Service

Ashley Vieira
EcoTeers in Action: Growing Community Impact Through Sustainability and Service Our EcoTeers continue to make a meaningful impact in the community through education, outreach, and hands-on environmental action. In January, our team connected with local residents at events in Pompano Beach, where they supported a Garden Club Seminar featuring our horticulture curator, Amy Reilly, and...
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David Rogers Big Bugs – The Pollinators

May 23 – August 23, 2026
A larger-than-life, interactive outdoor art experience is coming to Flamingo Gardens! David Rogers’ Big Bugs: The Pollinators showcases spectacular sculptures of insects and pollinators—created from natural and reclaimed forest materials—installed throughout the Gardens.
Special Event

American Orchid Society Judging

Saturday - July 25, 2026
Monthly orchid judging takes place at Flamingo Gardens on the fourth Saturday of each month (Third Saturday in November and December) in the Mary N. Porter Learning Center. The public is invited to observe the judging process. (Click to read more)
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The 2026 South Florida Adventure Pass is Here! More Adventure. More Value. Same Great Price.

Keith Clark
The 2026 South Florida Adventure Pass is Here! More Adventure. More Value. Same Great Price. The South Florida Adventure Pass returns for 2026 with even more to experience this summer — and despite rising costs everywhere, the price remains the same as last year. Even better, Zoo Miami is now included in the pass at no...
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Opening Nature’s Doors

Donna Chen
How Flamingo Gardens’ Community Access Days Program Connects More People with Nature. Opening Nature’s DoorsNature has the power to heal, inspire, and bring people together. At Flamingo Gardens, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to experience that connection, regardless of their circumstances. Through our Community Access Days Program, we partner with Broward County nonprofit organizations...
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Major support for Flamingo Gardens provided by Broward County Cultural Division, the Cultural Council, and the Broward County Board of County Commissioners. 


Sponsored in part by the State of Florida through the Division of Arts and Culture and the National Endowment for the Arts. 

Flamingo Gardens is grateful for the support received from our corporate sponsors.