# Norfolk Botanical Garden Autumn Family Garden Walks & World of Wonders Children's Garden > Event for families in the Virginia Beach–Chesapeake–Norfolk area (VA / NC). Times are Eastern Time. - When: Fri, Nov 27 · 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM - Where: Norfolk Botanical Garden, 6700 Azalea Garden Rd, Norfolk, VA 23518 - Ages: All ages (Features 3-acre WOW Children's Garden with interactive splash and discovery zones) - Price: $18 Adults; $16 Military & Seniors; $12 Children (ages 3–17); Free for children 2 and under - Organizer: Norfolk Botanical Garden Society - Official page: https://norfolkbotanicalgarden.org/ - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/virginia-beach/activities/norfolk-botanical-garden-autumn-family-garden-walks-and-world-of-wonde--listing-f45f9611c1ee21843e2c5234 ## About Immerse your family in natural beauty at the Norfolk Botanical Garden during Thanksgiving holiday weekend, encompassing 175 blooming and forested acres surrounded by Lake Whitehurst. Families can explore miles of paved paths through Japanese gardens, towering pine groves, and the centerpiece World of Wonders (WOW) Children's Adventure Garden. Spanning three interactive acres, WOW lets children journey through six international habitat zones, climb across rope play structures, discover sensory herb plants, and learn how seeds travel in autumn breezes. Thanksgiving weekend programming features seasonal garden scavenger hunts, leaf rubbings at the discovery pavilion, and leisurely strolls around the enchanting waterways where wintering herons and turtles sunbathe along the banks. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Exceptionally stroller-friendly with paved walking paths connecting all major gardens, plus smooth ramps throughout the WOW Children's Garden. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Modern visitor center offers private nursing rooms, clean family restrooms with changing stations, and plenty of benches under garden canopies. • Age Suitability: Designed for children from infancy through age 12; toddler play zones in the Children's Garden provide safe climbing and sensory exploration. • Sensory Tips: Peaceful botanical atmosphere filled with floral scents and soothing water features; outdoor open spaces allow children to wander without overwhelming noise. ## Similar picks in Virginia Beach - [Dominion Energy Garden of Lights at Norfolk Botanical Garden](https://grassyknees.com/virginia-beach/activities/dominion-energy-garden-of-lights-at-norfolk-botanical-garden--listing-af2a081592a85317eb3a7675) — Nov 13 – Jan 3 · 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM · Norfolk Botanical Garden · All ages · From $20 · checked Nov 7. 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