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Now through May 9, 2010 |
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| Indoor Spring Flower Show Open |
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| Spring arrives early in the floral display hall! The classic children's novel "The Secret Garden" turns 100 in 2010 and the garden is celebrating with an intriguing secret garden of its own. |
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February 22 through April 4, 2010 |
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| Art Exhibit: Kim Justus |
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| The vivid color and detail in her work showcases some of the finest a garden has to offer. Her images encompass a regional flavor as well as other points of interest.
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March 20 and 21, 2010 |
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| Orchid Show |
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| The 23rd Annual Orchid Show will feature orchid displays from local, regional, national, and international growers. |
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March 23 and 24, 2010 |
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April 1 through April 15 |
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| Art Exhibit: Rebecca Abbott |
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| A memorial show of works by late Omaha artist Rebecca Abbott features botanical pigment ink prints, mixed media and a number of works Abbott finished in 2009 but was never able to print. |
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April 3, 2010 |
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| Easter Extravaganza |
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| A family Easter celebration in the garden with children's "carrot craft" activities and photos with the Easter Bunny followed by an egg hunt in the children's garden. |
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April 4, 2010 |
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| Easter Brunch |
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| Bring the whole family to enjoy the delicious annual Easter brunch. |
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April 8, 2010 |
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| Loveland Garden Club Lecture |
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| "The Authentic Garden: Five Principles for Cultivating a Sense of Place" with Claire Sawyers, director of the Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College. |
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April 17 though May 30 |
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| Art Exhibit: Christina Narwicz |
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| Narwicz's organic themes in her abstract painting clearly reference botany, the constantly changing environment and her own garden. |
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April 21, 2010 |
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| Guild Spring Luncheon |
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| Considered by many to be the “florist of the stars,” floral designer Mark Held will fascinate and entertain guests with his exquisite designs and floral arrangements. |
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April 30, 2010 |
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| Arbor Day Tree Planting |
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| A tree is planted in honor of an individual who has contributed to the growth of the garden. |
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May 1, 2010 |
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May 8 through September 5, 2010 |
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| SenseATIONAL Weekends |
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| Explore the garden, learn about nature through your senses, and discover adventure, learning and mystery provided by the botanical world. |
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May 15 and 16, 2010 |
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| Spring into Spring |
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| Celebrate spring! The Fountain returns for this celebration featuring Lauritzen Gardens' annual plant sale. |
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May 9, 2010 |
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| Mother's Day Brunch |
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| Treat your mother or grandmother to a day of tasty food, botanical bliss, and family togetherness. |
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Mondays and Tuesdays, May 17 through September 14 |
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| Garden Twilight |
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| Lauritzen Gardens extends its hours to 8 p.m. on Mondays and Tuesdays from May 17 through September 14 to allow members and guests more time to enjoy the garden. |
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Select Tuesdays in Summer |
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| Tempo of Twilight |
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| Enjoy an outdoor concert in the festival garden amongst the refreshing breeze, gorgeous light and peaceful surroundings of the garden. |
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June 2 through July 14 |
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June 6, 2010 |
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| Rose Day |
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| This show will be open to any amateur rose grower who wishes to exhibit roses or artistic rose arrangements. |
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June 21, 2010 |
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| Summer Solstice Lecture |
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| World-renowned ornithologist Paul Johnsgard presents "Nebraska's Tallgrass Prairie" to celebrate the summer solstice. |
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August 14 and 15, 2010 |
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| Art in Bloom Festival |
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| The festival will feature artwork from local and regional artists who will display, demonstrate and sell their work. |
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July 17 and 18, 2010 |
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| Railroad Days |
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| Celebrate all things train and track while visiting the model railroad garden at Lauritzen Gardens. |
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September 19, 2010 |
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| All European Car Expo |
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| See fine European cars and motorcycles staged among stunning flowers and lush greenery. |
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September 24 through 26, 2010 |
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| Antique and Garden Show |
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| Top dealers from around the country will share their finest pieces to sell in elegant display room vignettes. |
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October 2 through November 21, 2010 |
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| Fall Chrysanthemum Show |
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| Surround yourself with autumn colors during the fall chrysanthemum show. The show articulates the beauty of autumn with brightly colored, unique chrysanthemums, Japanese maples, Japanese water features and the textures and rich colors of trees and shrubs. |
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October 2 and 3, 2010 |
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November 24, 2010 |
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November 26, 2010 through January 9, 2011 |
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| Poinsettia Show |
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| More than 5,600 poinsettia plants are grown for this spectacular event. The exhibit includes a 20-foot-tall poinsettia tree and other holiday decorations. |
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December 4 and 5, 2010 |
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| Holiday Happening |
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| Come meet Santa and engage in holiday make-and-take activities with the family and share holiday cheer. |
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January 30, 2011 |
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| Tu B'Shevat: January 30 |
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| This Jewish holiday is a celebration of the importance of trees and nature preservation most often honored by planting a tree. |
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February 14, 2011 |
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| Valentine's Day Dinner |
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| Enjoy dinner with your loved one while surrounded by candlelight and beautiful spring flowers. |
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