Orchids in Bloom, Fairchild's annual orchid festival, shows more than 150,000 orchids each March. The 2026 festival was March 14-15; 2027 dates to come.

Last checked Oct. 8, 2026. This page is updated each year at the same address. Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden had not posted dates for the 2027 festival when we checked, so the details below are from the March 2026 festival. Source: Fairchild’s Orchids in Bloom page and visitor FAQ. Fairchild: 305-667-1651.

Every March, Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden on Old Cutler Road holds Orchids in Bloom, its annual orchid festival. Fairchild says more than 150,000 orchids are in bloom across the garden that weekend, with dozens of growers selling plants, workshops on growing orchids in South Florida, a central orchid show display and a showcase from the Coral Gables Orchid Society.

Orchids are year-round work at Fairchild. The garden is home to the National Orchid Garden inside its rainforest, the Million Orchid Project that is returning native orchids to South Florida’s trees, and the headquarters of the American Orchid Society.

What this means for you

  • The festival is a Saturday and Sunday in March; in 2026 it was March 14-15.
  • Hours were 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days.
  • Tickets started at $24.95 in 2026; members get in free but must reserve a ticket.
  • Dozens of growers sell orchids at the festival, so bring a way to carry plants home.
  • We will post the 2027 dates here as soon as Fairchild announces them.

When and where
When (2026) Saturday, March 14, and Sunday, March 15, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
2027 Not announced when we checked
Where Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Road
Tickets From $24.95 (2026); free for members with a reserved ticket
Buy Fairchild festival page

What your ticket covers

Fairchild listed these as included with a 2026 festival ticket:

  • the Orchid Show display and rare orchid showcases
  • dozens of orchid vendors
  • the whole orchid collection and garden, including the National Orchid Garden in the rainforest
  • the Million Orchid Project lab and the STEMLab
  • Artists in Bloom, a show of paintings, photographs and mixed media inspired by the garden
  • educational booths, family discovery zones, the butterfly exhibit and the Children’s Garden
  • food and family entertainment through the weekend

Add-ons

Add-ons were sold separately and need a festival ticket as well. The 2026 list:

  • Botanical cocktail flight: $34
  • Mini mimosa flight: $34
  • Sips and Scents workshop, hands-on floral crafting: $45
  • Tea in Bloom with the Florida Education Institute, tastings and small bites: $36
  • Beer tasting station: $14

Fairchild says all sales are final.

Parking and getting there

Parking at Fairchild is free. Use the Main Visitor Entrance on Old Cutler Road; the South Entrance is for staff only. Fairchild’s eco-discount takes $5 off adult admission and $2 off for children for anyone who walks, bikes or takes public transportation.

What to know before you go

  • Family-friendly: Fairchild says the activities are designed for all ages.
  • Food: the festival FAQ says outside food is allowed; the garden does not allow rolling coolers.
  • Time: Fairchild says the 83-acre garden, with 2.1 miles of paved paths, takes about 2.5 hours to see in full.
  • Accessibility: paths, exhibits and buildings are accessible, and Fairchild runs a shuttle for visitors who need extra help.
  • Pets and strollers: the garden’s standard policies apply; see the FAQ.

Other Fairchild festivals

Orchids in Bloom is one of Fairchild’s three signature weekend festivals, with the Chocolate Festival in January and the Mango Festival in June. Downtown, Carnaval on the Mile closes Miracle Mile for a weekend in early March.

More: things to do this month, parks and trails and getting around Coral Gables.

Frequently asked questions

When is the Fairchild orchid festival?

Orchids in Bloom is held on a weekend in March. The 2026 festival was Saturday and Sunday, March 14-15, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fairchild had not posted 2027 dates when we checked.

How much are tickets to Orchids in Bloom?

Fairchild listed tickets from $24.95 for 2026. Members get in free but must reserve a free ticket. Add-ons such as tasting flights and workshops cost extra, and all sales are final.

Can you buy orchids at the Fairchild orchid festival?

Yes. Fairchild says the festival brings dozens of orchid vendors, so you can buy plants directly from growers and get advice on growing them in South Florida.

Can you bring food to Orchids in Bloom?

Yes. Fairchild’s festival FAQ says outside food is allowed. Its general rules do not allow rolling coolers.