Plan Your Visit

Beginning July 6, the Garden will reopen for limited visitation by reservation.

You can learn about planning your visit below. We’ve re-imagined a Garden experience built around a brief walking visit, allowing as many guests as safely possible to catch up on what’s been happening while we’ve been apart.

Check this page for regular updates. When you make a reservation, you’ll receive a confirmation email with additional details.

Make a Reservation

Allen Centennial Garden opens July 6 by reservation. Open hours for July are Monday and Wednesday, 1–3:30pm, and Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 8–10:30am. Reservations must be made at least 24 hours in advance. Last admittance 30 minutes before closing. In the event of inclement weather (heavy rain or thunderstorms) the Garden will remain closed.

Parking

Parking is currently free in all surface lots and ramps until September 1.

Social Distancing and Masks

To help prevent the spread of COVID-19, face masks or face coverings are required to enter the Garden. In addition, we request you practice physical distancing of six feet apart.

Dogs

Well-behaved, four-legged friends are welcome on your Garden visit. We ask that dogs remain on leash and on the path at all times.

Seating

Most seating will be unavailable during Phase One reopening. Please bring your own chair or blanket if you wish to linger.

One-Way Paths

Please follow the suggested one-way, accessible route through the Garden. The route is a complete circuit and you can walk it multiple times if desired.

Bathrooms

No public restrooms are available in the Garden or nearby.

Student Receiving Plant at Plant Adoption Day

Events and Activities

The Garden is open for strolling only, and no events or special activities are permitted or scheduled at this time. This includes personal activities such as picnics, small gatherings greater than 4 people, and professional photography.

Group Size

Groups of up to four individuals will be welcome.