Crafty Christmas Creations
2023-12-09 09:30 - 13:00, 2023-12-10 09:30 - 13:00, 2023-12-16 09:30 - 13:00, 2023-12-17 09:30 - 13:00, 2023-12-23 09:30 - 13:00, 2023-12-24 09:30 - 13:00, 2023-12-30 09:30 - 13:00, 2023-12-31 09:30 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
November 25, 26, December 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, 31
from 9:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Kids, stop by the Education Center in The Children’s Garden to create your own holiday craft, inspired by nature!
Included in admission; free for members.

Guided Walk
2023-12-09 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-12-16 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-12-23 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-12-30 10:00 - 11:00
Join Dr. Ray Barbehenn, a biologist with an expertise in plant ecology, for an hour-long adventure through the gardens as you learn about plants and trees. Bring your curiosity!
Included with admission, free for members.

Storytime with Mrs. Claus
2023-12-09 11:00 - 12:00, 2023-12-16 11:00 - 12:00
Mrs. Claus is Coming to Town!
Kids, come hear Mrs. Claus read stories on Saturday, December 9 & Saturday, December 16 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Located in the Conservatory.
Included in admission; free for members.

"Rosie & Friends, Adventures of a Flower Truck" Book Signing and Meet the Real Rosie!
2023-12-10 10:00 - 13:00
Rosie & Friends, Adventures of a Flower Truck by Jessica Maloy of Palmyra Greenhouse is a delightful story of an old truck and her transformation into a beautiful flower truck. Pose for pictures with Rosie, the Flower Truck. Copies of Rosie & Friends will be available for purchase and signing.
To pre-purchase copies, click here. https://www.rosieandfriendsbook.com/

Visit with Santa Claus
2023-12-10 11:00 - 13:00
Ho, Ho, Ho…. Santa Claus is Coming to Town! Kids, bring your list to Santa at Hershey Gardens!
Included in admission; free for members.

The Christmas Tree Showcase
2023-12-15 09:00 - 18:00, 2023-12-16 09:00 - 18:00, 2023-12-22 09:00 - 18:00, 2023-12-23 09:00 - 18:00, 2023-12-29 09:00 - 18:00, 2023-12-30 09:00 - 18:00, 2024-01-01 09:00 - 17:00
Friday, November 24 through Monday, January 1 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
(Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas)
The annual Christmas Tree Showcase returns – reimagined! Enjoy a dreamscape of 11 gorgeous trees, filled with color and twinkling lights. The 14-foot white poinsettia tree will be the perfect backdrop for your holiday photo! The Welcome Pavilion and Butterfly Atrium will also be festively decorated for the holidays.

New extended hours on Fridays and Saturdays in December until 6 p.m.
Save $3 on admission from 4 – 6 p.m. (Fridays and Saturdays in December only.)
Enjoy the twinkling lights of the indoor Christmas Tree Showcase and live holiday music from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. on select evenings:
Appalachian Breeze: December 1, 8 & 15
Segno Duet: December 22
Jake Nguyen: December 29
PLEASE NOTE: the outdoor Gardens will close at 5 p.m.
All events are included in admission; free for members.

Sponsor
Poinsettia Tree sponsored by
Dr. Thomas Davis

The Christmas Tree Showcase
2023-12-24 09:00 - 15:00
Friday, November 24 through Monday, January 1 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
(Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas)
The annual Christmas Tree Showcase returns – reimagined! Enjoy a dreamscape of 11 gorgeous trees, filled with color and twinkling lights. The 14-foot white poinsettia tree will be the perfect backdrop for your holiday photo! The Welcome Pavilion and Butterfly Atrium will also be festively decorated for the holidays.

New! Friday Night Lights!
Every Friday in December from 4:30 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Enjoy the twinkling lights of the indoor Christmas Tree Showcase and live holiday music from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Music schedule:
Appalachian Breeze: December 1, 8 & 15
Segno Duet: December 22
Jake Nguyen: December 29
All events are included in admission; free for members.

Hershey Gardens is open 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
2023-12-24 09:00 - 15:00

Hershey Gardens is CLOSED.
2023-12-25 08:00 - 20:00

Hershey Gardens is CLOSED.
2024-01-02 09:00 - 17:00
Hershey Gardens (and the indoor Butterfly Atrium) will be closed Tuesday, January 2 through Friday, January 5, so staff can perform necessary maintenance. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Guided Walk: CANCELLED
2024-01-06 10:00 - 11:00

Winter Highlights Walk CANCELLED
2024-01-06 11:30 - 12:30
Saturday, January 6 and January 13
Saturday, March 2 and March 9
from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Guests are invited to participate in guided walks to observe and enjoy the gardens in the winter months and witness changes in nature during our colder months. Guests can attend one or more walks; registration is not required. Weather permitting.

Included in admission, free for members.

Guided Walk - CANCELLED
2024-01-13 10:00 - 11:00
