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October 9–13, 16–20 & 23-27

Fall evenings during Pumpkins Aglow offer bewitching scenes and spooky surprises. These family-friendly events occur 5-9pm Wednesdays, Thursdays & Sundays and 5-10pm Fridays & Saturdays during October 9–13, 16–20 &…

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Harvest Blooms is returning this fall on Saturday, September 28 to infuse the Botanical Garden landscapes and containers with thousands of pumpkins, mums, exquisite cabbages and more.

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You and your guests will never forget an event at the Conservatory. Stunning spaces, amazing coordinators and top-tier vendors make the Conservatory a venue unlike any other.

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After 24 months of community research and visioning with architecture and design experts, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens has announced a bold vision for becoming a premier botanical garden…

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Today at the Conservatory

The Communal Garden: Fall Garden Clean Up
Classes (All Ages) The Communal Garden: Fall Garden Clean Up 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm | Free
Paul Busse Garden Railway
Exhibition Paul Busse Garden Railway Jun 1–Jan 5 | DURING GENERAL ADMISSION & SPECIAL ENGAGEMENTS
Color, Fly, Butterfly
Exhibition Color, Fly, Butterfly Jun 1–Nov 17 | DURING GENERAL ADMISSION & SPECIAL ENGAGEMENTS
Through The Vines: A Seasonal Journey
Exhibition Through The Vines: A Seasonal Journey Jun 8–Jan 5 | DURING GENERAL ADMISSION & SPECIAL ENGAGEMENTS
Harvest Blooms
Exhibition Harvest Blooms Sep 28–Nov 3 | DURING GENERAL ADMISSION & SPECIAL ENGAGEMENTS
Pumpkins Aglow
Exhibition Pumpkins Aglow Oct 9–Oct 27 | 5 - 9pm Wednesdays, Thursdays, Sundays and 5 - 10pm Fridays & Saturdays

On Pumpkins Aglow dates, the Conservatory will close to the public at 4PM and reopen at 5PM.
Cocktails at the Conservatory Join us for an unforgettable adults-only (21+) Pumpkins Aglow experience filled with eerie delights and spine-chilling thrills on Thursday, October 31. Reserve your tickets soon! View Event
Fall Magazine Your guide to the season is available now! Use the magazine to plan for fall at the Conservatory. Links are included in every section to direct to more information. Read More
Holiday Programming Reservations are available now for holiday programming, including Breakfast with Santa, Sweet Turkeys and Create a Gingerbread House. Reserve Tickets
Gardening & Environmental (All Ages) The Communal Garden: Fall Garden Clean Up Oct 15 | Free
Gardening & Environmental (All Ages) Floral Arrangement in Pumpkin Vase Oct 17 | $85, $75 FOR MEMBERS
Fine Arts & Crafts (All Ages) Felt Handbag Workshop Oct 20 | $180, $145 for members
Culinary Arts (All Ages) Chefs in the City: French Favorites Oct 22 | $70, $65 for members
Gardening & Environmental (All Ages) Botanical Pain Relief Oct 24 | $30, $25 FOR MEMBERS
Fine Arts & Crafts (All Ages) Nocturne Paint and Sip Oct 25 | $65, $55 FOR MEMBERS
Fine Arts & Crafts (All Ages) Stained Glass Bats Oct 26 | $103, $93 for members
Culinary Arts (All Ages) Gluten-Free Bread Baking Oct 26 | $72, $67 for members
Fine Arts & Crafts (All Ages) Papermaking Workshop Oct 27 | $70, $60 for members
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