Crafty Christmas Creations
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.

"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

Guided Walk
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
2023-12-16 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.

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

Winter Highlights Walk
2024-01-13 11:30 - 12:30

Member Preview: Annual Orchid Show and Sale
2024-02-01 14:00 - 17:00
For the Love of Orchids, Annual Orchid Show and Sale
Susquehanna Orchid Society
Member-Only Preview: Thursday, February 1, 2024 from 2 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Open to the Public: Friday, February 2 to Sunday, February 4, 2024 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

The Susquehanna Orchid Society presents its 40th annual orchid show and sale in the Milton & Catherine Hershey Conservatory. More than 1,000 orchids representing dozens of varieties will be on display, including rare species and unique hybrids. Daily orchid show tours and informational sessions will take place in the exhibition and Garden Cottage. In addition, vendors will have orchids for sale; various orchid societies will have showy displays that will be judged onsite and presented with national awards.
Included in admission; free for members.

Annual Orchid Show and Sale
2024-02-02 09:00 - 17:00
For the Love of Orchids, Annual Orchid Show and Sale
Susquehanna Orchid Society
Member-Only Preview: Thursday, February 1, 2024 from 2 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Open to the Public: Friday, February 2 to Sunday, February 4, 2024 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

The Susquehanna Orchid Society presents its 40th annual orchid show and sale in the Milton & Catherine Hershey Conservatory. More than 1,000 orchids representing dozens of varieties will be on display, including rare species and unique hybrids. Daily orchid show tours and informational sessions will take place in the exhibition and Garden Cottage. In addition, vendors will have orchids for sale; various orchid societies will have showy displays that will be judged onsite and presented with national awards.
Included in admission; free for members. See admission prices here.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
Friday, February 2 through Sunday, February 4
Registration for informational sessions below is not necessary; sessions are approximately 30 minutes.
Enjoy a Food Truck!
Saturday: Hitch Coffee, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., weather permitting
Sunday: Lynn & Gray Coffee Co, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., weather permitting
Daily, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.: Susquehanna Orchid Society Informational Table, Conservatory
Repot Spot – Bring your orchid from home that needs to be divided and repotted; supplies can be purchased from Kelley’s Corner in the vendor area.
Ask the Experts – Have an orchid question? Bring photos or actual orchids from home and get advice from expert growers. All orchids brought from home can stay in a designated area at the admissions desk.
Friday, February 2, Located in the Garden Cottage
10 a.m. – “Growing Vandas in Your Home” by Walt Meshaka
11 a.m. – “How Not to Kill Your Orchid” by John Stoner
12 p.m. – “Growing Media – How to Choose” by PK Dennis
2 p.m. – “Growing Cattleya Orchids” by Amanda Troy
3 p.m. – “What Pot to Use – How to Choose” by John Whiting
Saturday, February 3, Located in the Garden Cottage
10 a.m. – “The Secret to Successfully Growing Orchids” by Ken Meier
11 a.m. – “Growing Media – How to Choose” by PK Dennis
12 p.m. – “Creative Ways to Grow Orchids” by Amanda Troy
1 p.m. – “Treating Orchid Pests & Diseases” by Walt Meshaka
2 p.m. – “Your Orchid Questions Answered” by Steve Male & Walt Meshaka
3 p.m. – “How to Buy the Best Orchid for You” by John Whiting
Saturday, February 3 at 11 a.m.
Tour of the Butterfly Atrium, Orchid Highlights
Please meet at the designated sign in the Welcome Pavilion. View orchid species on exhibit while walking among hundreds of butterflies in the Butterfly Atrium with tour guide, Sarah Neighbors, Butterfly Atrium Associate.
Sunday, February 4, Located in the Garden Cottage
10 a.m. – “Growing & Blooming Tolumnia Orchids” by John Stoner
11 a.m. – “Slipper Orchid Culture & Care” by Wade Hollenbach
12 p.m. – “How to Divide & Repot Orchids” by Walt Meshaka
1 p.m. – “Growing Media – How to Choose” by PK Dennis
2 p.m. – “Growing Cymbidium Orchids” by Jay Holcomb
