Christmas Tree Showcase
2024-12-01 09:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-02 09:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-03 09:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-04 09:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-05 09:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-06 09:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-07 09:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-08 09:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) and 11 more dates
Friday, November 22 through Sunday, January 5
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas, Closes at 3 p.m. on Christmas Eve)
Located in the Milton & Catherine Hershey Conservatory
Our signature holiday event has been reimagined to a dreamscape of nine colorful tree displays with twinkling lights; each unique tree is created by a talented local designer. Guests can also enjoy the 14-foot poinsettia tree in brilliant solid red and a stunning 8-foot bromeliad tree. Plus, the Butterfly Atrium will be decorated for the holidays, too!
Enjoy Live Music on Sundays from 1:30 to 3 p.m.
The Professors: November 24 and December 29
Appalachian Breeze: December 1, 8, 15 and 22

Did you know that Santa and his reindeer have a special sleigh that they only bring to Hershey? It’s Hersheypark’s Comet coaster car, of course! Bring the whole family to Hershey Gardens and sit in it for the perfect holiday photo op!
Plus – Enjoy the “Student Christmas Tree Showcase”
Enjoy dozens of creative ornaments made by local school students on display on live Fraser fir trees in the Garden Cottage.
Included in admission; free for members.
Sponsors:
Thomas Davis

Winter Wreath Workshop
2024-12-06 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-12-07 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-12-08 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-12-08 14:00 - 15:00
Friday, December 6 at 10 a.m., (SOLD OUT) Saturday, December 7 at 10 a.m. (SOLD OUT) and Sunday, December 8 at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. (SPOTS STILL AVAILABLE)
Celebrate winter by creating a beautiful and festive wreath, perfect for the holidays! Using fresh limbs, twigs and pods pruned from the Gardens, class participants will learn how to create a stunning, long-lasting 24-inch wreath for their door or table. All supplies and materials are provided.
Led by Hershey Gardens Horticultural and Education Programs Staff
Members: $55; Non-members: $65
Advance registration required here. Registration closes on Saturday, 12/7 at 9 a.m.

Crafty Christmas Creations
2024-12-07 09:30 - 13:00, 2024-12-14 09:30 - 13:00
Calling All Kids!
November 23, 30, December 7, 14, 21, 28 and January 4
9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Perfect for kids of all ages. Join in the fun of creating your own holiday craft, inspired by nature. Located in the Education Center in The Children’s Garden.
Included in admission; free for members.

Guided Walk
2024-12-07 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-12-14 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.

Visit with Santa Claus & Mrs. Claus (Santa on 12/14 only)
2024-12-07 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-12-14 11:00 - 13:00
Santa Claus: December 14, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Story Time with Mrs. Claus: December 7 and 21, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Ho Ho Ho…. Santa Claus is coming to town! Bring the whole family to visit with Santa and hear stories from Mrs. Claus.
Included in admission; free for members.

Garden Gnome Winter Family Workshop
2024-12-07 14:00 - 15:00
Create your own 3- to 4-foot garden gnome using fresh limbs and twigs pruned from the Gardens! All supplies and materials are provided; however, participants are encouraged to bring mittens, scarf and a hat to fashionably dress their gnome.
Led by Hershey Gardens Education Programs Staff
Members: $40; Non-members: $45
Price includes one garden gnome for up to two individuals. Additional guests are required to purchase a general admission ticket.
Advance registration required here. Registration closes Saturday, 12/7 at 9 a.m.
