Santa Barbara Botanic Garden Continues Popular Free Senior Day Starting Wednesday, February 19

Guests aged 60 and better are invited to enjoy the Garden and special programming on six designated days throughout the year.

Santa Barbara, Calif. – February 11, 2025 – Santa Barbara Botanic Garden invites seniors aged 60 and better to enjoy six Free Senior Days in 2025 for the 11th consecutive year. Sponsored by Welch-Ryce-Haider Funeral Chapels, this beloved community program features complimentary Garden admission, with a free docent-led tour at 11 a.m. on each of the designated days.

This year’s Free Senior Days will be held on the following dates:

• Wednesday, February 19
• Wednesday, April 23
• Wednesday, June 25
• Monday, August 18
• Wednesday, October 8
• Wednesday, December 10

Garden hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Advance reservations are required and can be made at SBBotanicGarden.org/visit.

“Being in nature, at any age, is proven to enhance our total well-being,” said Melissa Patrino, director of development. “From reducing stress and improving sleep to promoting heart health, a visit to the Garden can be a restorative experience for many in our community. That’s why we’re so excited Welch-Ryce-Haider is partnering with us to continue this cherished tradition.”

Stephen Gibson, Managing Partner of Welch-Ryce-Haider Funeral Chapels, added, “Supporting Free Senior Days aligns with our mission to honor life and serve the Santa Barbara community. We’re proud to continue our sponsorship and look forward to seeing familiar faces as well as welcoming new visitors to the Garden in 2025.”

For questions about the Garden’s Free Senior Days, please visit https://sbbotanicgarden.org/classes-events/free-senior-day-february-19-2025/ or call (805) 682-4726, ext. 138.