Bok Tower Gardens Events

Thursday July 24 8:00am - 5:00pm EDT

2025 Wawa Summer Fun Days

Thanks to the generous support of Wawa, we are pleased to share that Wawa Summer Fun Days will return this summer with free admission on the last Thursday and Friday of the month from May through August. The partnership began in 2021 with the launch of Wawa Summer Fun D......More

Friday July 25 8:00am - 5:00pm EDT

2025 Wawa Summer Fun Days

Saturday July 26 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT

Beginner Watercolor Art Class: Great Blue Heron

Create your own Great Blue Heron watercolor painting from sketch to finish at Bok Tower Gardens! We provide you with all the materials for the class and artist, Kelly Quinn, will share her tips and techniques to guide you step-by-step through the process. There will als......More

Saturday August 2 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT

Children's Solar Art Printing

Bring your kids to the Ramble Barn in Hammock Hollow to create unique solar art! Using natural materials from the garden—and the power of the sun—they’ll make a one-of-a-kind piece to take home. The project takes about 10 minutes, with materials available from 10 AM to ......More

Saturday August 2 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT

Bonsai for Beginners

Discover the art of bonsai in the serene and inspiring setting of Bok Tower Gardens. The Bonsai for Beginners workshop is designed to introduce you to the captivating world of bonsai. Guided by expert instructors from Thunderstruck Bonsai, you’ll learn the basics of bon......More

Thursday August 7 5:30pm - 6:30pm EDT

EVENING SOUND BATH WITH CRYSTAL SINGING BOWLS

Let the soundwaves transport you to a place of relaxation and peace! During this experience Meditation Teacher & singing bowl specialist, Anthony Profeta will use Himalayan Singing bowls, Crystal Singing Bowls, tuning forks, and other vibrational tools to de-stress, res......More

Saturday August 9 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT

Beginner Watercolor Art Class: Screech Owl

Create your own Screech Owl watercolor painting from sketch to finish at Bok Tower Gardens! We provide you with all the materials for the class and artist, Kelly Quinn, will share her tips and techniques to guide you step-by-step through the process. We also offer stenc......More

Saturday August 16 9:00am - 3:00pm EDT

Orchid Fever x Havana Heat

Step into a tropical dream at Orchid Fever x Havana Heat, a celebration of one of nature’s most exotic and captivating blooms combined with music from Arriba El Son, and delight in the flavors of Cuba! This event invites flower lovers and curious wanderers alike to experience exotic orchid varieties from around the world and much more. Grand Orchid Arch – Visitor Center9 a.m. – 5 p.m.Take a beautiful selfie or portrait under our gorgeous orchid arch created by Bloom Box. Morning Orchid Lectures in the Visitor Center Theater(seating is limited and available on a first come, first served basis) Bret Ullery: Dendrobium Orchids 10110 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.In this lecture, Bret Ullery of Accent Orchids shares his passion for all things orchids. Bret specializes in Dendrobiums, Schomburkias and Grammatophyllums and will have them available for sale along with rare and unusual orchids that grow well in our area. Join Bret or his wife Ruth for the sale in the Magnolia Room from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Keith Emig: Orchids 10111 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.Join Keith Emig of Winter Haven Orchid Nursery for Orchids 101 to learn the basics of several common orchid genera. Keith welcomes questions from the audience and along with his wife Dina, will be selling orchids from their collection in the Magnolia Room from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Additional Orchid Vendors – Visitor Center9 a.m. – 1 p.m.Vina Planters: Vina Planters are injection-molded orchid baskets made from 100% recycled plastic. They were designed by a Florida Native to fully disassemble for easier repotting and have a UV additive for longevity outdoors. We are a women-owned, small family business, that has been personally perfecting our design for over a decade. The Habitat: Sharon Garrett specializes in Vanda orchids and can assist with selections of plants and growing advice. Orchid and Tropical Plants by Tony Tirado: Featuring many different types of phalaenopsis orchids – all colors and sizes Chef Matt in the Outdoor Kitchen “Caja China” Edition10 a.m. – 1 p.m.Join Blue Palmetto Café’s Chef Matt Fulwood in the Outdoor Kitchen as he roasts a whole hog “Cuban Style” in a Caja China, a Latin American roasting box. Drop in to hear his tips and tricks for bringing the heat to your next barbecue. Try a sample of his roasted pork. Cuban Cocktails on the Terrace10 a.m. – 3 p.m.Quench your thirst with four tropical iced cocktails: Sangria, Daiquiri, Blackberry Margarita, and Mojito Music on the Terrace with Arriba El Son!11 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.“Arriba El Son!” performs old School Cuban/Puerto Rican salsa, merengue, bachata, cumbia, bolero, and parranda music. Our musicians are “Old School Salseros” sultry, fun, and full of life! Enjoy live Latin music in a vibrant garden atmosphere. Cuban Specials at the Blue Palmetto CaféMojo Pork Plate with Black Beans and Rice – Enjoy Chef Matt’s Roasted Pork with tangy mojo sauceRopa Vieja with Black Beans and Rice – Shredded roasted beef with onions, bell peppers, garlic, tomatoes and spicesWhole Hog Cuban Sandwich with Chips – Enjoy a toasty Cubano sandwich with ham, roasted pork, swiss cheese, mustard, mayo, and dill picklesTostones – twice fried green plantains Loteria on the Terrace2 p.m. – 3 p.m.Play an inspiring game of Loteria for a chance to win a beautiful phalaenopsis orchid. Event Date & TimeSaturday, August 16, 20259:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (Vendors, lectures, and music)2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. (Loteria on the Terrace) LocationVisitor Center PriceFree for members / $20 for non-member adults / $10 for non-member children ages 6 – 17 / Free for children 5 and under (Includes Admission) Registration is not required

Thursday August 28 8:00am - 5:00pm EDT

2025 Wawa Summer Fun Days

Friday August 29 8:00am - 5:00pm EDT

2025 Wawa Summer Fun Days

Saturday August 30 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT

Accordion Journal with Claire Formillan

Enjoy creating your own photo book or journal. You will love learning how to make your own accordion book with ribbon closure. With no stitching required and step-by-step instructions, it’s the perfect bookmaking starter class! Claire Formilan from Beyond the Fold Pape......More

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