• Seasons of Verse – Poetry at the Garden

    Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United States

    Seasons of Verse is a curated poetry reading series held inside the peaceful landscape of Shinzen Garden, featuring four unique events that align with the rhythm of the seasons. The series will showcase the vibrant voices of Fresno-area poets and offer one open mic event to welcome emerging and community writers. Included with paid Garden […]

    Free
  • Art in the Garden

    Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United States

    Experience the beauty of art and nature intertwined at Art in the Garden, a unique strolling art show set in the serene surroundings of Shinzen Garden. Local artists will showcase […]

    Free
  • Garden Tour for Toro Nagashi at 10:30 am

    Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United States

    Garden Tour on Saturday, August 16 at 10:30 am. The tour is included with paid garden admission ($5 per adult | $1 per child/senior)

    Free
  • Garden Tour Toro Nagashi at 5:30 pm

    Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United States

    Garden Tour on Saturday, August 16 at 5:30 pm. The tour is included with paid garden admission ($5 per adult | $1 per child/senior)

    Free
  • Fresno Koi Show

    Woodward Park, Activities Area 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA

    Fresno Koi Show hosted by the Central California Koi Society September 27 & 28, 2025 inside the Woodward Park Group Activities Area The Fresno Koi Show is one of the […]

  • Seasons of Verse – October Poetry Series

    Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United States

    RESCHEDULED TO NOVEMBER 15, 2025 Seasons of Verse is a curated poetry reading series held inside the peaceful landscape of Shinzen Garden, featuring four unique events that align with the rhythm […]

    Free
  • Seasons of Verse – November Poetry Series

    Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United States

    THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER. NEW DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON Seasons of Verse is a curated poetry reading series held inside the peaceful landscape of Shinzen Garden, […]

    Free
  • Autumn Color Viewing

    Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United States

    We invite you to experience the breathtaking beauty of Shinzen Garden’s fall colors. Enjoy a peaceful stroll among the Japanese maples with a warm cup of tea and a traditional […]

    Free
  • Ume Bloom Viewing

    Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United States

    Ume Bloom Viewing Saturday, January 24, 2026 | 10am - 1pm Enjoy a cup of hot tea and a Japanese rice cracker while you view the beauty of the Ume […]

    Free
  • Free Garden Tour on April 26

    Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United States

      Join us for a free docent-led tour on select Sundays, providing visitors with an in-depth exploration of its serene landscapes and cultural significance.  During the tour, our knowledgeable docents guide guests through the garden’s features, including the Clark Bonsai Collection, stroll gardens, traditional architecture, and tea houses, offering insights into Japanese culture and garden […]

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