Norfolk Botanical Garden Membership Swap

YMCA & Norfolk Botanical Garden Membership Swap

This January, the Norfolk Botanical Garden is teaming up with the YMCA of South Hampton Roads to swap benefits for all members. For the first year, this exciting partnership gives you access to double the experiences at no extra cost.

If You Are a YMCA Member Visiting Norfolk Botanical Garden:

  • YMCA members will enjoy free general admission for one person, or up to six for a family membership(ages 3+). Tickets must be reserved online in advance. 
    • Go to Norfolk Botanical Garden's website
    • Select your arrival time from the calendar.
    • Use promo code JANSWAP to reduce your ticket price to $0
    • Tickets are only valid for the specific date and arrival time noted on the reservation.
    • Tickets can be scanned directly from your smartphone or from a printed copy.
    • Upon arrival, present your reserved tickets and a valid YMCA membership card (can be physical or digital) at the Tollbooth.
  • YMCA members will also receive a 10% discount in the Garden Gift Shop. Discount not valid for special events and education programs.
  • YMCA members receive the Norfolk Botanical Garden member rate for any youth education programs taking place in January! To book, call our Youth Education team at 757-441-5830 ext. 463.
  • YMCA members that purchase a membership during the month of January will receive 1 extra month on their Norfolk Botanical Garden membership! 

This promotion is not valid for special events and education programs, including the Dominion Energy Garden of Lights.

What's In Bloom
  • Hybrid Hellebores
  • Winter Jasmine
  • Camellias
  • Laurustinus 
  • Sarcandra

You will also likely get to see lots of Double-Crested Cormorants this time of year!

If You're a Norfolk Botanical Garden Member

From January 1–31, visit any of the 21 YMCA of South Hampton Roads locations and enjoy:

  • Fitness centers with state-of-the-art equipment
  • Indoor and outdoor pools
  • Group fitness classes
  • Child care while you work out

To visit the Y, bring your Norfolk Botanical Garden membership card and a photo ID.

You can activate your January YMCA membership and sign the guest waiver online or at any YMCA location. Reservations are suggested for lap swimming and group fitness classes but are not needed for open swim or general access. Hours vary by location.

More perks:
Norfolk Botanical Garden members who join the YMCA in January skip the joining fee (up to a $100 value). Plus, enjoy member pricing on programs like personal training and swim lessons during January. (Programs must start and finish in January. Discount applies to new registrations only.)