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Holiday Events at the Conservatory Print E-mail

  

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Candyland Holiday Exhibit

November 20-January 2, 2011 

Looking for a sweet holiday treat? The Conservatory offers the “eye candy” of gorgeous poinsettias spilling over a luscious scene of gingerbread men and giant peppermint candy canes. Read more...


The Candyland Holiday Exhibit is sponsored by:

401LRG

               

 

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Holiday Kick-Off Party

Wednesday, November 24
5:00-9:00 p.m.  

 

Enjoy hot chocolate and a cookie, make a wish, meet Mrs. Claus, get a photo with Santa. You can also meet Becka and Teeka, two live reindeer that know all about the North Pole. Come along for the ride! |

Don’t forget to participate in the Fort Wayne Downtown Lighting Ceremony either before or after your visit to our beautiful holiday garden and displays.

Regular Conservatory admission fees apply. No reservations required. 


Sponsored by:

401LRG

               

For more information, call (260) 427-6440.  

 

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Pinata Paradise 
November 20-December 5  

Check out the Pinata Paradise link.

Piñatas are a traditional party favorite in Mexican culture, used at birthdays, Christmas parties, and other celebrations. Come enjoy the creative display of piñatas in the Conservatory’s Desert Garden, designed and decorated by area children, community groups, and folks who just want to share the holiday spirit.

 

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Santa & the Reindeer   

Saturdays before Christmas   
December 4, 11, 18   12-4 pm


Santa and two of his reindeer will be on site to greet the children while Mom and Dad take pictures to capture the moment. Explore the Conservatory in its holiday glory; this year’s theme is “Candyland”.

Regular Conservatory admission fees apply: $5/adult, $3/child age 3-17.Children 2 and under are free.

For information, call (260) 427-6440.


Breakfast with Santa! 

Yes, Santa eats breakfast and you can join him! Sign up for a special VIP breakfast before he makes his final list of who has been naughty and nice. Breakfast will include pancakes, sausages and eggs, milk or juice for the kids and coffee available for the adults.

There will be children’s activities and time allotted to take pictures of your little ones in our “Candyland” exhibit before we are open to the public.

Your admission to this event will also allow you to visit with Santa’s reindeer from 12:00-4:00 pm.

Registrations will be taken November 1 through December 3. Min. 24. Max. 64.

Adults must register and attend with their children.

Code                 Date                   Day          Time

427101-S1        12/11                 Sa             9 am

# Sessions/Fee:1/$11

Location: Botanical Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun St

Please call 427-6440 for additional information or register NOW

$1 Sunday  

Sunday, December 26, 12-4 pm

Need to get out of the house? Enjoy the beauty of the holiday gardens and exhibits at the Botanical Conservatory.

Our gift to you -- only $1 per person…and no wrapping paper to clean up! 

 

   PICT0043                   Holiday Gift Ideas

The Conservatory's Tulip Tree Gift Shop offers unique and educational toys, gifts, books and plants. Find holiday gift ideas here! The shop is open during public hours. Conservatory memberships make great stocking stuffers, too! Individual membership $35; Family membership $50; Add-A-Guest $15. 
 


Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory
1100 South Calhoun Street, Fort Wayne, IN  46802 ~
(260) 427-6440
Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 10 am - 5 pm, Thursday 10 am - 8 pm, Sunday Noon - 4 pm
Closed: Mondays, New Years Day, Christmas Day
Admission: Adults $5,  Children (ages 3-17) $3,  Age 2 and Under FREE