With fall quickly approaching, several public conservatories around the country are beginning to put fun new family events on their calendars! From the annual festival of fountains at Longwood Gardens to the beautiful Chihuly Collection display at Franklin Park, there’s a lot to love about the fall season at the conservatory.
Conservatories at Fall: Which Events Will You Attend?
Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens | Virginia
From Sept. 1 through Oct.31, The Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens is hosting their annual PlantFest and HarvestFest! The Garden celebrates the fall season with vibrant seasonal displays and festive events that will be fun for the entire family. Experience nature this special time of year, while enjoying these harvest-themed activities.
Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens | New York
Explore the spooky scenery and activities that will be fall fun for all! Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens is hosting a Wegmans Family Day on Oct. 23 that will have something for everyone in the family. Creatures will have taken over the Botanical Gardens for the Coleus and Creatures Exhibit. Also explore all the exciting plant creatures and learn about prehistoric creatures from past and present with even a scavenger hunt!
Como Park Zoo & Conservatory | Minnesota
From Oct. 3 through Dec. 31 Como Park Zoo & Conservatory is hosting their annual The SPIRE Spark Show at their KSTP Amphitheater! Sparky the sea lion is ready to make her big debut in Como Harbor. This reimagined show will highlight all 7 animals that call Como Harbor home each adopting the role of “Sparky” on any given day as they get to know each other, the habitat, and their adoring fans.
Centennial Park Conservatory | Tennessee
Join the Nashville tradition of celebrating and supporting American handmade craft as Tennessee Craft returns to Centennial Park Conservatory for its 44th Annual Fall Craft Fair from Oct. 7 through Oct. 9. Visit the Park to shop finely crafted artwork directly from juried and emerging artists. Plus, enjoy children’s activities, food from local vendors, and artist demonstrations.
Allan Gardens Conservatory | Toronto
Allan Gardens Conservatory is hosting its annual Pumpkin Carve-A-Thon Oct. 30 where families can come and carve their very own mini-pumpkin to take home! While the gardens will supply the pumpkins and carving equipment that is needed. A family fun activity during this autumn season!
Conservatory of Flowers | California
Join Conservatory of Flowers as they celebrate the transition of seasons with the launch of new plants that are blooming within their gardens. The Conservatory has over 100 different species to admire throughout their spaces. From aquatic plants to potted plants learn the different vegetation that is blooming, today!
Garfield Park Conservatory | Illinois
Garfield Conservatory is hosting the 2022 Artist’s Garden exhibit Garden Nouveau in an homage to the Art Nouveau movement. Garden Nouveau will showcase many of the flowers Élisabeth Sonrel, an artist known for magnificent posters and watercolors, painted such as lilies, roses, hydrangeas, and oleanders. This wonderful exhibit is currently happening and will continue until Oct. 2.