Mother’s Day at the Gardens
MAY 10 & 11, 2025 | 9AM-5PM
Mother’s Day Weekend in the Gardens is such a special event to kick off our 15th season. Treat the mothers and mother figures in your life to an outdoor experience where you are immersed in children’s literature.
NEW - Grazing in the Gardens
June 6, 2025 | 5:30-8:30PM
Plan for an enchanting evening at Grazing in the Gardens, a brand-new event that offers a delightful blend of culinary discovery, garden exploration, and nostalgic fun. Stroll through the Gardens at your own pace while savoring a selection of appetizers crafted by a talented local chef. Enhance your experience by choosing between a wine or beer pairing that perfectly complements the flavors of the evening. Lean into your youthful spirit with unique opportunities to engage in programming reminiscent of summer camp or an adventurous field trip. Grazing in the Gardens is a 21+ event.
Secret Garden Dinner Series
June 11, June 25, July 9, JULY 23 & July 30, 2025 | 5:30-8:30 PM
This might be one of our most highly sought after events. We get it. A local chef leaning into their creative talents, inspired by the backdrop of the Gardens, serving a multi-course meal to tables strategically set up in spaces like the Magic Tree House and among the charm of the Charlotte’s Web barn. This is an intimate evening of philanthropic spirit and culinary excellence that simply cannot be replicated. Secret Garden Dinner Series is a 21+ event.
Fairyfolk Festival
August 5 - August 10, 2025 | 9AM–5PM
Join us for our longest running event, the enchanting Fairyfolk Festival! Throughout the week, the Gardens will celebrate all things magical. Embrace mythical worlds as we transform the Gardens into a whimsical delight and imagination.
Fairyfolk Masquerade
Friday, August 8, 2025 | 5:30-8:30PM
Come dressed in your finest whimsical, Renaissance, or Regency attire! Guests will embark on a journey into the mystical realm of our Fairyfolk Masquerade, a captivating summer celebration! Fairyfolk Masquerade is a 21+ event.
Family Fun: Frog and Toad
Saturday, august 16, 2025 | 9AM-5PM
Join us for a delightful family event celebrating the classic charm of Frog and Toad! Bring your loved ones as we leap through the gardens, just like our amphibious friends, and embark on an adventure filled with pondering and wonder.
Boos & Brews
October 3 & October 4, 2025 | 6-9PM
Join us for Boos and Brews, a Halloween-themed celebration under the glow of over 100,000 twinkling lights. Enjoy live music from a different band each night while sipping on delicious, spooky-themed cocktails available for purchase. Boos & Brews is a 21+ event.
Happily Haunted Hounds
Thursday, October 9, 2025 | 5-8pm
Happily Haunted Hounds is the one and only night of the year when dogs are invited to explore and smell their way through the magic of Bookworm Gardens. Stroll through the Gardens decked out with over 100,000 twinkling lights and whimsical structures, view creatively decorated pumpkins, and take part in a Halloween-themed storytime and scavenger hunt.
Happily Haunted
October 10, 11, 12, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26 | 5-8PM
Experience the magic of not-so-spooky family fun at Bookworm Gardens during Happily Haunted! Stroll through the Gardens, glowing with over 100,000 twinkling lights and enchanting structures, and enjoy seasonal delights around every corner.
