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...

Teacher Appreciation Day: We’re Nuts About You! Saturday, November 9 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Teachers are invited to enjoy Hershey Gardens all day—for free! Join us for a guided walking tour of the nut grove and arboretum at 10 a.m. or noon! Participants can sip warm, mulled cider while taking their time to...

In gratitude for their service, all veterans and active duty military will receive free admission to Hershey Gardens on Monday, November 11, in celebration of Veterans Day. Their families will receive $3 off admission.

Hershey Gardens is closed for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Take a one-hour guided walking tour of the Gardens to experience the full beauty of the season! Led by Dr. Ray Barbehenn, a biologist with expertise in plant ecology.   Included in admission, free for members.

Winter Wreath Making  Sunday, December 8 at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Celebrate winter by creating a 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” wreath for their door or table. All supplies and materials are...

Hershey Gardens is closed for the Christmas holiday. 

Orchid Show & Sale hosted by the Susquehanna Orchid Society Friday, January 31 to Sunday, February 2 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Member-Only Preview:  Thursday, January 30 from 2 to 5 p.m. The Susquehanna Orchid Society presents the 36th annual orchid show and sale in the Milton & Catherine Hershey Conservatory. More than 1,000 orchids...

Manada Conservancy presents: The Union Canal: Preserving a Piece of the Past at the Milton & Catherine Hershey Conservatory at Hershey Gardens   The Union Canal and the Swatara Creek watershed are linked in a history often forgotten in today’s modern world. The canal was an engineering marvel of its time, and you can still...

Join us for a 45-minute interactive guided winter walk the whole family will enjoy!  Included with admission; members are free. Weather Permitting

  Potpourri; a Collection of Favorite Images from the Members of the West Shore Photography Club Enjoy photographs provided by members of the West Shore Photography Club. The exhibit will be on display in the Educational & Horticultural Wing. Included in admission; free for members.

Regrettably, the Easter Sunrise Service is cancelled due to COVID-19 concerns.  We look forward to seeing you at next year's service.