The Orchid Show:
Feelin’ Groovy
February 7 – March 22, 2026
Daily, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Tickets will go on sale January 13!
Let the sunshine in.
Rewind to the ‘60s and ‘70s at the Orchid Show: Feelin’ Groovy where 10,000 vibrant orchids are the hottest thing since bell bottoms. Floor-to-ceiling sunbeams made of cascading orchids light up the room in living color. Lose yourself in a 10-foot lava lamp aglow with colorful blooms, then hit the road as a flower-filled Volkswagen Beetle carries you through a Route 66 daydream. The experience is pure good vibes.
Nonmembers:
Your Orchid Show ticket includes admission to the Garden; parking not included. Save time and buy parking in advance.
Members:
If you have complimentary, one-time use Orchid Show tickets, don’t forget to bring them! Entry is subject to availability; best availability on weekdays. Members may buy extra tickets at a discounted rate.
Members’ Preview:
Join us February 6 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. for an exclusive, after-hours first look at this year’s Orchid Show, featuring free light bites, a cash bar, and live music. Separate ticket required; members cannot use free Orchid Show tickets for this event.
Orchids After Hours
Open Valentine’s Day;
Thursdays: March 12 & 19;
Fridays: February 13, 20 & 27, March 7, 14 & 21; and Saturdays: February 14 & 28, March 14; 5 to 8 p.m.
Mingle with the blooms and enjoy a vibrant night out at Orchids After Hours, featuring cocktails and light bites for purchase. Separate ticket required; members cannot use free Orchid Show tickets for this event.
Photographers' Hours
Tuesdays, 8:15 to 9:45 a.m.
and 4:15 to 5:45 p.m.
Pre-show ticketed access for photographers; capacity is limited.
Illinois Orchid Society
Spring Show and Sale
March 14 and 15
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Post-Orchid Show
Plant Sale
March 26
Rare Book Exhibition:
Slipper Orchids: Retro, Mellow & Groovy
Lenhardt Library
February 7 to March 22
Wednesday to Sunday,
noon to 4 p.m.
Rare book illustrations of slipper orchids highlighting the retro, mellow, and groovy aspects of the art nouveau period of botanical illustrations.