Junior Scout “Flowers Naturalist” Badge Workshop

Junior scouts will dig up flower facts when earning this naturalist badge. Activities include going on a flower hunt, dyeing flowers, investigating the benefit of plants and creating a floral arrangement.  Workshop is $12 per scout (badge included) and $12 per accompanying adults. Program includes admission to the Gardens and Butterfly Atrium for the day.  Advanced registration is...

Free admission for Dads!

Free admission for dads on Father's Day!  Bring dad to enjoy the roses in full bloom, the indoor Butterfly Atrium, the Children's Garden, and more!

Hershey Horticulture Society Flower Show

Hershey Horticulture Society (HHS) presents 'Hersheypark Happy', a flower show. HHS members will showcase their horticulture and design talents using specimens from their own gardens. The show will be judged by accredited flower show judges from the National Garden Club.   Admission to the show only is free and open to the public; ticket purchase is...

Adult Education: Wine Glass Floral Arrangement

Explore the Gardens after-hours and make these fun and fanciful mini flower arrangements. This design features roses accented with an assortment of filler flowers, greens and glass vase-filler gems (colors and filler varieties may vary from the pictured arrangement). With proper selection and placement of just a few flowers, fillers and strategic accents, it’s amazing...

Big Band & Blooms

Get out your dancin' shoes,the Hershey Symphony Big Band is "bringing the swing" to Hershey Gardens! Friday, July 26 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Join us for this unique outdoor concert! Bring your favorite snacks and beverages, as well as a blanket or chairs for an evening of beautiful roses and cool jazz. Food trucks available. All proceeds...

Adult Education: Butterfly Wing Jewelry

Vibrant colors. Natural forms. Brilliant butterflies. Each participant in this jewelry making class will create a stunning pendant necklace or keychain by choosing a portion of a butterfly wing from the colorful specimens provided. The pendant is made using a two-sided stainless steel memory locket, two butterfly wings (various species) and some jewelry adhesive—a very simple...

Gretna Theatre presents “Pinocchio”

Enjoy the beloved tale of “Pinocchio” as performed by Gretna Theatre in The Children’s Garden Amphitheater! When the woodworker Geppetto sees a falling star, he wishes that the puppet he just finished, Pinocchio, could become a real boy. The Blue Fairy in the night grants Geppetto's wish and asks Jiminy Cricket to serve as the wooden...

Bug-O-Rama

  See amazing insects from around the world! Gardens staff and visiting experts will be showcasing live insects and displays of incredible bugs at Hershey Gardens. Kids can watch bees building comb and making honey in an observation beehive, hold a giant roach, get a close-up view of a giant scorpion, and learn from insect...

Fall Homeschool Day

Fall Homeschool Day: Trees For Kindergarten Through 8th Grade Tuesday, September 17 from 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.   (Families should arrive by 10:30 a.m. to ensure they have sufficient time to participate in all activities.) ________________________________________________ Learning Stations (9:30 to 12:30):   Engage in a variety of activities, including games and a craft table....

Caring for Houseplants

Ask the Horticulturist: Caring for Houseplants Sunday, Sept. 22 and Friday, Sept. 27 from 10 - 11 a.m. Have questions about houseplants or succlents? Sadie Smith, manager of Conservatory habitats, will be available to answer your questions on Sunday, September 22 from 10 -11 a.m. Sadie will be showcasing popular houseplants and some of the sprays and fertilizers...

Member Reception

Members, look for your invitation in the mail!

Caring for Houseplants

Ask the Horticulturist: Caring for Houseplants Sunday, Sept. 22 and Friday, Sept. 27 from 10 - 11 a.m. Have questions about houseplants or succlents? Sadie Smith, manager of Conservatory habitats, will be available to answer your questions on Sunday, September 22 from 10 -11 a.m. Sadie will be showcasing popular houseplants and some of the sprays and fertilizers...