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UC Berkeley Botanical Garden Holiday Pop-Up Shop (2025)

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*No Garden admission fee required for shopping only

University of California Botanical Garden at Berkeley | 200 Centennial Drive, Berkeley, CA 94720

Event Details

A unique shopping experience! Browse a curated selection of unique nature-themed gifts in the charming, historic Julia Morgan Hall. Find the perfect gift for everyone on your list! Proceeds from your purchases directly benefit the Garden.

A taste of what will be available:
• Tom Killion: Greeting cards, books + puzzles
• Oaktown Spice Shop: Delicious spice mixtures + gift sets
• Juniper Ridge: Natural fragrance products + teas
• Inna Jam: Emeryville based artisanal jams + cocktail mixers
• Bird vs Bird: Whimsical bird theme gifts from Oakland artist Bess Petty
• Coyote Brush Studios: California native plants + wildlife prints, cards + stickers
• Young America Creative: Posters featuring seasonal fruits, vegetables + wildflowers
• chocolates, home goods, botanical wreaths, and more!

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE*
*No Garden admission fee required for shopping only
Categories: *Top Pick*, Holiday Shopping, In Person, Nature, Outdoors
Venue: University of California Botanical Garden at Berkeley
Address: 200 Centennial Drive, Berkeley, CA 94720

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