SHINZEN FRIENDSHIP GARDEN
Shinzen Friendship Garden is an independent 501(c) 3 charitable organization and relies on contributions from individuals, corporations and foundations to cover the cost of its operations. Your contributions allow us to deliver on our mission to create and grow a North American Japanese Garden that engages and inspires it’s community.
Events happening at Shinzen Garden!
Cookies and Cocoa with Santa
Decemember 7, 2024 | 10:30 am
Bring the family to a magical holiday morning at Shinzen Garden for Cookies and Cocoa with Santa! Enjoy warm cocoa and delicious cookies as Santa reads a festive holiday story to the little ones. Capture the memories with a special photo opportunity with Santa himself, and let your creativity shine at our arts and crafts station. This joyful event is perfect for getting into the holiday spirit while surrounded by the beautiful scenery of Shinzen Garden.
Don’t miss this fun-filled morning of holiday cheer!
Give the Gift of Membership
This year, give your friends, co-workers, and family the gift of 12-month free admission to the Central Valley’s premier Japanese Garden. They will enjoy free entry to the garden for a year, and special discounts on events and education programs.
Gifting a Shinzen Garden membership is easy. Just click the button below to get started.
Garden Hours:
OPEN: Wed – Sun: 10am – 5pm
CLOSED: Mon – Tue
The Garden will be open Thanksgiving Day from 10 am – 5 pm
Garden Admission*
Under 4yrs: Free
4-14yrs: $1/ea.
15yrs-Adult: $5/ea.
Seniors 62+: $1/ea.
Students: $1/ea.
Family: $7 (2-5 people)
*Woodward Park entry/car/parking: $5; $3 for Seniors; $7 during National Holidays. Credit Cards are accepted.
Please note that Woodward Park has implemented a new parking fee payment system. Parking KIOSKs are located throughout the Woodward Park and Shinzen Garden parking lot.
Learn more HERE
Clark Bonsai Hours
Open Wed-Sun, 10am-4pm*.
*When temperatures exceed 95 degrees, the bonsai collection hours are 10am -1pm. Unfortunately, the bonsai museum will be closed when it’s raining, the air quality is considered unhealthy for all groups or when docents are unavailable.
Please Contact Us to confirm the museum hours or request an appointment to tour the museum outside of the posted hours.
Support Shinzen Garden
Since our opening in May of 1981, Shinzen Friendship Garden has captivated our hearts with its breathtaking beauty and unwavering commitment to fostering cultural understanding and friendship.
Our mission is to create and grow a North American Japanese Garden that engages and inspires. For us to accomplish this mission, we rely on the generosity of individuals just like you for support. Without your investment in the garden, we would not be able to share this culturally significant garden for over 40 years with the community.
We are asking that you commit to supporting our Cultivating Culture annual campaign by donating to the garden. Your donation will directly benefit Shinzen Friendship Garden and provide our community with the opportunity to experience the wonder and serenity of the garden.
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