Fort Worth Orchid Society Sale

Experience these exotic beauties at close range. You’ll be amazed by all the different sizes, shapes and colors that orchids display. Get advice on growing them from the experts. Take one home or give it as a gift.

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Spring Plant Sale

Take this opportunity to browse among the cream of the crop perennials, specially selected to stand up to all the challenges of Texas gardening. Cozy up to your favorites and adopt them for your own yard! Bring your landscape plan and take advantage of our Horticulture Staff’s expertise in selecting just the right plants for your garden.

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Spring Festival in the Japanese Garden

Enjoy the fresh brightness of the Spring color in the Japanese Garden while you and your family enjoy traditional Japanese dance, music, martial arts demonstrations, papermaking, and tea ceremonies. Admission: Adults $5.00, Children (4-12yrs.) $3.00, under 4 free.

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Flowercade

The Garden Club Council of Greater Fort Worth sponsors this dazzling display of flower arrangements and horticultural delights. Come and be a part of this unique annual Fort Worth event.

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Fort Worth Iris Society Show

Come look these beauties over and decide which ones you’d like to have in your own yard. An amazing variety of colors and varieties. Not for sale during the show, bulbs may be purchased (and planted) in the fall at the Iris sale.

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Bonsai Basics

Estella Flather, in conjunction with the Fort Worth Bonsai Society, offers one hour of information about the history and basics of bonsai design and culture and one hour of hands-on experience at repotting and styling a shohin-size bonsai. Cost is $25. Participants are asked to bring a small pair of scissors. All other materials provided. 817-295-0802 to register.

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Herb Society Festival

A delight for all the senses, the Herb Festival fills the Botanic Garden Center with the wonderful aromas of live herbs. Beautiful displays of organic soaps, herbal concoctions, and a variety of tasty snacks are all awaiting you. Indulge! Admission is $3.00, children under 12 free.

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FW BONSAI SOCIETY AUCTION & RAFFLE

Come take the opportunity to get started in a bonsai hobby. Items for auction will include: starter trees and older trees styled by members, bonsai soil, pots tools, bonsai books and magazines, art and other related items. Raffle tickets for items valued at $35 or less will cost $1 each or six for $5, and drawings will begin at 10:30am. The auction begins at 11:00am and will offer trees, pots and related items valued at over $35. Viewing of items begins at 10:00am. Admission is FREE. Call 214-226-5447 for information. Visit the society’s website at www.fwbonsai.com.

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Concerts in the Garden

Time to break out the picnic basket and relax under the stars while listening to great music provided by the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra and friends! Described as “Fort Worth’s best seasonal outing” (Star-Telegram), the 20th annual Concerts In The Garden Summer Music Festival offers 19 nights of outdoor concerts every weekend from May 28 through July 4. This series offers a variety of music for every taste, from Elvis to the Eagles to Tchaikovsky’s explosive 1812 Overture, plus fabulous fireworks every night and three nights of Old-Fashioned Family Fireworks Picnic on July 2, 3 and 4!

Gates open at 6:30 p.m. Concerts begin at 8 p.m.

Lawn seating:
$16 in advance and $22 at the gate.
Children age 10 and younger admitted free on the lawn when accompanied by an adult.

Table seating for adults is $23-$43 in advance and $28-$48 at the gate. Children’s table tickets are $11-$43 in advance and $16-$48 at the gate.

Tickets go on sale April 26 at www.fwsymphony.org or by calling 817-665-6000.

FIREWORKS AT EVERY CONCERT!:

Friday, June 3
ASLEEP AT THE WHEEL
A Texas institution,these Grammy Award-winning “kings of Western swing” perform their greatest hits, from Corrine, Corrina to Big Balls in Cowtownand more!

Saturday, June 4
CLASSICAL MYSTERY TOUR
The Fab Four are back by popular demand! Hear your favorite chart-toppers by John, Paul, George and Ringo, the group that revolutionized music and helped define a decade. These guys deliver the best Beatles tribute anywhere!

Sunday, June 5
BEST OF THE BIG BANDS
Curtis Wilson, Conductor
Don’t miss this nostalgic tribute to the icons of the Big Band era. The upbeat music of Glenn Miller, Benny Goodman, the Dorseys and more is sure to put you In the Mood!

Friday, June 10
A NIGHT AT WOODSTOCK
Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra
Andrés Franco, Conductor
The legendary Woodstock Festival was one of the most important events in pop-music history. Join us for a night devoted to this amazing lineup of ’60s rock, featuring the music ofThe Who, Janis Joplin, Joe Cocker, Santana, Jimi Hendrix, The Band, Jefferson Airplane and more, backed by full orchestra!

Saturday, June 11
Surf’s Up! The Music of the Beach Boys
The Grammy-nominated bandPapa Doo Run Run has played surf music since 1965, and toured and recorded with members of the Beach Boys. Join the party for a night of Good Vibrations, California Girls and Fun, Fun, Fun!

Sunday, June 12
Take Me Home: The Music of John Denver
Relive the unforgettable hits and golden voice of John Denver with singer Jim Curry, who’ll wow you with Annie’s Song, Sunshine on My Shoulders, Rocky Mountain High and more!

Friday June 17
STAR WARS AND BEYOND: A LASER LIGHT SPECTACULAR
Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra
Miguel Harth-Bedoya, Conductor
Fantastic orchestral music choreographed to a brilliant laser light show and fireworks! The performance features favorite music from Star Warsto Harry Potter, Pirates of the Caribbean and more. Fun for the whole family!

Saturday, June 18
TROMBONE SHORTY
It’s been a breakout year for Trombone Shorty and Orleans Avenue, with their album Backatown hitting No. 1 on jazz charts and earning a Grammy nod. Don’t miss out when Shortybrings his rich New Orleans brew of jazz, funk, rock and hip-hop to our fest for one night only!

Sunday, June 19
1812 OVERTURE
Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra
Miguel Harth-Bedoya, Conductor
Take Russian symphonic masterpieces performed in a beautiful, outdoor setting, and add to that Tchaikovsky’s explosive 1812 Overture set to breathtaking fireworks! A splendid evening under the stars!

Friday, June 24
STAIRWAY TO HEAVEN: THE MUSIC OF LED ZEPPELIN
Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra
Brent Havens, Conductor
This tribute show returns by popular demand! Singer Randy Jackson captures the sheer blast and power of Led Zeppelin backed by the FWSO in classics such as Stairway to Heaven, Heartbreaker and more.

Saturday, June 25
TAKE IT TO THE LIMIT: THE MUSIC OF THE EAGLES
Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra
Brent Havens, Conductor
The Eagles’ timeless tunes are amplified by a full rock band, the symphony orchestra’s lush musical palette and Terry Brock’s commanding vocals. Don’t miss this spectacular concert featuring hits such as Hotel California, Desperado,Heartache Tonight,New Kid in Town and more!

Sunday, June 26
OLD 97’S
Thiship Dallas band helped create the alternative country sound in the ’90s. Today, they have a critically acclaimed new album and aremaking their best music in years. Hear the lyrics of lead singer Rhett Miller mesh with country-rock and power-pop sounds in a night of Texas music you won’t soon forget. And Fort Worth’s hottest band, Telegraph Canyon, opens!

Friday, July 1
ROCK AND ROLL HEAVEN
Hailed as one of the best tribute artists in the business, Kraig Parker has the look, voice, style and all the moves that madeElvis great! He’ll be joined this year by tribute artists celebrating our state’s two greatest rock legends, Roy Orbison and Buddy Holly — it’s a night in rock ’n’ roll heaven!

Saturday, Sunday & Monday, July 2, 3 & 4
OLD FASHIONED FAMILY FIREWORKS PICNIC
Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra
Andrés Franco, Conductor
It’s a Fort Worth family tradition! Filled with patriotic songs and heart-pounding marches, our exhilarating Independence Day celebration offers one of the best fireworks displays in the area. This is one of our most popular concerts, so order your reserved table or general admission lawn tickets today!

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Art in the Garden

Artwork exhibited in the halls of the Garden Center. Over 30 different artists displaying oils, watercolors, sculpture, photography and jewelry. Wine and cheese reception during Gallery Night, 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.

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Annual Bonsai Show

See some of the best bonsai in the North Texas area, styled by members of the FW Bonsai Club.  Learn about this hobby and the club.  Purchase finished bonsai, pre-bonsais, pots, bonsai soil, tools and related items.  Admission is free.  For more information visit www.fwbonsai.com.

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Iris and Daylily Sale

Now is your chance to purchase the daylilies you’ve been waiting for! This species is easy to grow and delightful to look at. Talk with the experts to get tips on the best ways to maximize growth and blooming of these colorful flowers.

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Fall Plant Sale

Fall is the second great planting season, so come peruse our perennials and native Texas plants. Browse our selection of decorative grasses, shrubs and bulbs as well. Planting in the fall is a great opportunity to give your plants a jump start on the Texas summers.

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Fall Festival in the Japanese Garden

Feast your eyes on the fall color of the Japanese Garden while you and your family enjoy traditional Japanese dance, music, martial arts demonstrations, papermaking, and tea ceremonies. Admission: Adults $5.00, Children (4-12yrs.) $3.00, under 4 free.

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Birds’ Christmas Tree

Share your holiday gift giving with our feathered friends! Children of all ages are invited to make biodegradable bird treats ahead of time and bring them to the event to hang in the Garden’s Grove, providing food for wildlife and a little holiday cheer! This free event, complete with music and entertainment, is one of Fort Worth’s oldest holiday traditions.

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