Open Air Yoga at San Diego Botanic Garden: Every Saturday
A one-hour outdoor yoga class in the Encinitas botanical gardens every Saturday from 9–10 AM. Class fee includes full-day Garden admission. From $17.
Event Overview
San Diego Botanic Garden hosts Open Air Yoga on Saturday, June 6, 2026 — a one-hour outdoor yoga class set among 37 acres of botanical gardens in Encinitas. Breathe in fresh air, immerse yourself in the sights, smells, and sounds of nature, and leave restored and rejuvenated after gently moving your body.
It's not a free DJ-fueled fitness event — it's a meditative, low-key flow surrounded by the largest public bamboo collection in North America. The class fee includes daytime Garden admission, so the smart move is to stick around and explore the gardens after savasana.
What's Included
- One-hour outdoor yoga class in the gardens
- Daytime Garden admission included with class fee — explore all 37 acres after class
- Access to 15 themed garden regions, 12 demonstration gardens, and the largest public bamboo collection in North America
What to Bring
- Your own yoga mat (required)
- Sunglasses, sunscreen, and/or a hat (the class is outdoors with limited shade)
- Water bottle
- Layers — June mornings in Encinitas can start cool with the marine layer
Schedule
| Time | What's Happening |
| 8:50 AM | Suggested arrival (10 minutes early to walk to class location) |
| 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM | Open Air Yoga class |
| 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Explore the Garden (admission included with class fee, last ticket entry at 4 PM) |
When and Where
Saturday, June 6, 2026 from 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Location: San Diego Botanic Garden — 300 Quail Gardens Drive, Encinitas, CA 92024
Who It's For
All levels. Open Air Yoga is a gentle, restorative class designed for a wide range of practitioners. Particularly good for:
- Anyone who wants to start a Saturday in nature instead of in a studio
- North County locals looking for a regular weekend ritual (the class runs monthly)
- Visitors who want to combine a yoga session with a full day at one of San Diego's most beautiful gardens
- People burnt out on indoor studio classes
Pricing and How to Register
The class fee includes daytime Garden admission, which is the real value here:
Non-Member:
- Pre-registered (by 5 PM Friday): $27
- Walk-up (day-of): $30
Member:
- Pre-registered (by 5 PM Friday): $17
- Walk-up (day-of): $20
Register through San Diego Botanic Garden →
Walk-ups are welcome at the walk-up rate, space permitting, with credit card only.
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations, contact the Garden by 5 PM the day before the class. After that deadline, all ticket sales are final. Email education@sdbgarden.org or call (760) 436-3036 ext. 209.
Good to Know
- Class is outdoors with limited shade — bring sun protection
- Weather permitting — outdoor yoga may be canceled day-of if conditions require it
- Make a full morning of it: Garden admission is included, so plan to spend a few hours wandering the 37 acres after class
- The Garden is also home to a Conservatory Yoga class in cooler months, plus seasonal sound baths and wellness events — check the SDBG events calendar for the full schedule
- Follow @sandiegobotanicgarden for updates
For more events happening in San Diego this weekend, check out our full weekend guide.

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