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The Fort Worth Botanic Garden has many entertaining and educational events throughout the year. Bring your family and enjoy a day at the Garden! The events listed below are open to the public.

SPECIAL EVENTS 2010
FORT WORTH BOTANIC GARDEN

2010 Events

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Date Event (click on event for a description) Time
February 27 - April 04 Butterflies in the Garden 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
April 24 - April 25 Spring Festival in the Japanese Garden Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Sunday 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
May 01 - May 02 African Violet Show and Sale 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
May 15 Herb Society Festival 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
May 28 - May 31 Concerts in the Garden 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
May 29 North Texas Daylily Society Show 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
June 11 - June 13 Concerts in the Garden 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m
June 25 - June 27 Concerts in the Garden 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
September 10 - September 12 Art in the Garden 8:00 a.m. – closing
September 26 Iris and Daylily Society Sale 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
September 27 Iris Society Sale 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
October 09 Fall Plant Sale 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
October 14 - October 17 CampFire USA Paint Out Thursday – Saturday 8:00 a.m. to dusk, Sunday 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
October 23 - October 24 Fort Worth Orchid Society Sale Saturday 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Sunday 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

 
Butterflies in the Garden
 
Tropical butterflies from around the world will dazzle you in the spectacular conservatory at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden. The exhibit is open daily February 27 – April 4, 2010. Tickets are sold for timed entrance every 30 minutes beginning at 10am, with the last ticket sold at 4pm. Tickets sold for a given time and date are to be used regardless of weather or light conditions. Tickets may be bought in advance online at Usher & More. Tickets will be mailed to you if purchased more than one week in advance or held at Will Call at the Garden Center. Remaining timed entry tickets for a given date are available onsite only.

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Spring Festival in the Japanese Garden
 
Bring the entire family and enjoy traditional Japanese dance, music, martial arts demonstrations, papermaking, and tea ceremonies with the elegant backdrop of the Japanese Garden. A Fort Worth tradition for over 30 years, this spring's festival promises to be the best yet! Admission: Adults $5.00, Children (4-12yrs.) $3.00, under 4 free.

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African Violet Show and Sale
 
These petite beauties are fun to grow and beautiful besides. Come enjoy the varieties that are available and take one home to your own special spot. Get tips from the folks who have been growing them successfully.

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Herb Society Festival
 
A delight for all the senses, the Herb Festival fills the Botanic Garden Center with the wonderful aromas of live herbs. Beautiful displays of organic soaps, herbal concoctions, and a variety of tasty snacks are all awaiting you. Indulge! Admission is $5.00, children under 12 free.

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Concerts in the Garden
 
Time to break out the picnic basket and relax under the stars while listening to great music provided by the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra and friends. With music that ranges from classical and big band to blues and rock 'n roll, this month-long event has something for everyone. Hands down Fort Worth's best music festival for more than fifteen years! Gates open at 6:30 p.m. Concerts begin at 8 p.m. Lawn Seating: $15 in advance and $18 at the gate. Children age 10 and younger free. Table seating: Adults: $22-$42 in advance and $25-$45 at the gate. Children: $10-$42 in advance and $10-$45 at the gate.

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North Texas Daylily Society Show
 
Browse thru hundreds of locally grown blooms on display during this annual American Hemerocallis Society-accredited show. Take the opportunity to speak to the membership about the culture of this easy-to-grow perennial. Free admission.

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Concerts in the Garden
 
Time to break out the picnic basket and relax under the stars while listening to great music provided by the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra and friends. With music that ranges from classical and big band to blues and rock 'n roll, this month-long event has something for everyone. Hands down Fort Worth's best music festival for more than fifteen years! Gates open at 6:30 p.m. Concerts begin at 8 p.m. Lawn Seating: $15 in advance and $18 at the gate. Children age 10 and younger free. Table seating: Adults: $22-$42 in advance and $25-$45 at the gate. Children: $10-$42 in advance and $10-$45 at the gate.

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Concerts in the Garden
 
Time to break out the picnic basket and relax under the stars while listening to great music provided by the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra and friends. With music that ranges from classical and big band to blues and rock 'n roll, this month-long event has something for everyone. Hands down Fort Worth's best music festival for more than fifteen years! Gates open at 6:30 p.m. Concerts begin at 8 p.m. Lawn Seating: $15 in advance and $18 at the gate. Children age 10 and younger free. Table seating: Adults: $22-$42 in advance and $25-$45 at the gate. Children: $10-$42 in advance and $10-$45 at the gate.

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Art in the Garden
 
Artwork exhibited in the halls of the Garden Center. Over 30 different artists displaying oils, watercolors, sculpture, photography and jewelry. Wine and cheese reception during Gallery Night, 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.

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Iris and Daylily Society Sale
 
Now is your chance to purchase the bulbs you’ve been waiting for! Both of these species are easy to grow and delightful to look at. Talk with the experts to get tips on the best ways to maximize growth and blooming of these colorful flowers.

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Iris Society Sale
 
Now is your chance to purchase the bulbs you’ve been waiting for! Irises are easy to grow and delightful to look at. Talk with the experts to get tips on the best ways to maximize growth and blooming of these colorful flowers.

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Fall Plant Sale
 
Fall is the second great planting season, so come peruse our perennials and native Texas plants. Browse our selection of decorative grasses, shrubs and bulbs as well. Planting in the fall is a great opportunity to give your plants a jump start on the Texas summers.

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CampFire USA Paint Out
 
Come and see 30 Texas artists portray the wonder of nature in a four-day outdoor painting competition. Visitors are free to watch the artists as they work. Quickdraw competition on Sunday morning features the whole group of artists painting the same area of the Garden. No fee.

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Fort Worth Orchid Society Sale
 
Experience these exotic beauties at close range. You’ll be amazed by all the different sizes, shapes and colors that orchids display. Get advice on growing them from the experts. Take one home or give it as a gift.

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