Orchid Show
(February – March)
 

Cymbidium Red BeautyA once-a-year opportunity to see 800 exotic, fragrant winter-blooming orchids displayed among tropical plants. A welcome mid-winter break! Theme changes annually. — Learn more.


Grapes in the Garden
(May)
 

Grapes in the GardenSample more than 100 international and domestic wines and enjoy hors d’oeuvres on a beautiful spring evening in the Garden. — Learn more.


Chinese Culture Days
(August 2021)
 

Chinese Dragon Parade A 70-foot dragon and lion dancers open this springtime celebration that includes a Grand Parade and acrobatics, theater, martial arts, Chinese calligraphy, painting, authentic regional cuisine, t'ai chi and tea tastings. Special tours focus on the symbolism of many plant species and architectural details. No trams. —Learn more.


Whitaker Music Festival
(June – August)
Free admission after 5 p.m.

Whitaker Music FestivalA ten-week Wednesday evening outdoor concert series held each summer. The concert series features artists performing blues, jazz, rock, band and more. Pack a picnic or purchase sandwiches and beverages on site. Lawn seating at the Cohen Amphitheater; bring chairs or a blanket. Music begins at 7:30 p.m.; last entry at 9 p.m. A limited number of wheelchairs are available for use on a first-come, first-served basis. Motorized scooters and strollers are not available for rent on Whitaker performance evenings. Sponsored by the Whitaker Foundation. — Learn more.


Green Homes Festival
(June)
Included with Garden admission

Visitors at Green Homes FestivalHelp your family live green! Celebrate sustainable living and explore ways to maintain a healthier you and a healthy planet. Bring your home improvement ideas and talk with over 40 green product and service exhibitors.—Learn more.


 Japanese Festival
(Labor Day weekend)
 

TaikoCelebration features taiko drummers, candlelight walks through the 14-acre Japanese "garden of pure, clear harmony and peace," kimono fashions, bon odori dancing, ikebana and bonsai demonstrations, outdoor marketplace and food court. No trams.  — Learn more.


Best of Missouri Market®
(October)

Best of Missouri MarketOver 120 Missouri food producers and craftsmen offer specialty foods, baked goods, fresh and dried flowers, herbs, handcrafted items, baskets, custom jewelry and much more, plus live music and a Kids' Corner with cow milking and pumpkin decorating. No trams.  — Learn more.


Spirits in the Garden
(October)
 

Spirits in the GardenSample botanical spirits from local distilleries and explore the spirited history of the Garden, search for "wicked" plants, dance to spooky tunes, and strut your stuff in a costume contest.  — Learn more.


Gardenland Express
(November – December )

Gardenland ExpressThis nostalgic show appeals to all generations, with G-scale trains of many eras traveling through a miniature landscape of fresh plants, accented by beautiful poinsettias and flowers. — Learn more.


Garden Glow
(November-January)
 

Climatron illuminated for Garden GlowStroll the Garden at night surrounded by unique lighting installations, entertainment and surprises throughout the grounds. —Learn more.