The Botanic Garden at Georgia Southern University is proud to announce "The Garden Uncorked: An Evening of Wine, Small Bites, Music & Fun," scheduled for Thursday, May 8, 2025, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
This relaxed evening will blend quality wines, delicious food, and live entertainment within the Garden's welcoming 11-acre historic setting. Guests will stroll through the Garden's beautiful landscapes, enjoying wines paired with delicious small bites at various tasting stations. The evening ends at the Heritage Pavilion with additional wines and live music.
The Garden Uncorked showcases the Garden in a new light while supporting vital educational and horticultural programs. The event invites the community to experience the Garden's beautiful spaces while enjoying wine and food in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere that celebrates the natural heritage of the region.
Event Details:
- Date: Thursday, May 8, 2025
- Time: 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
- Location: The Botanic Garden at Georgia Southern University, 1503 Bland Avenue, Statesboro
- Tickets: $55 per person (early bird pricing), with a $5 increase each week until the event
- Includes: Wine tastings, delicious food pairings, souvenir wine glass, and live music by the May Belles
- Ages: 21 and over only; valid photo ID required
Tickets may be purchased online at Georgia Southern University's ticketing portal or by calling (912) 478-1149. All proceeds directly benefit the Garden's educational programs, conservation efforts, and botanical collections.
This signature event honors the legacy of Dan and Catharine Bland, whose vision and love of nature transformed their family farm into what is now the Garden. Their pioneering spirit of agricultural innovation continues through community celebrations that connect people with the region's natural heritage.
Space is limited, so grab your tickets early – this fun event will sell out!
About The Botanic Garden
The Botanic Garden at Georgia Southern University serves as a living laboratory and public garden connecting people with plants while inspiring environmental stewardship. The Garden's diverse collections, exhibits, and programs foster knowledge and appreciation of the Southeastern Coastal Plain's native plants and ecosystems, preserving our region's natural legacy for future generations.
For more information, contact Todd Beasley, Director, at (912) 478-1149 or tmbeasley@georgiasouthern.edu.
The Botanic Garden proudly participates in the American Horticultural Society's Reciprocal Admission Program, offering members access to over 330 gardens across North America.