Garfield Park Conservatory offers a wide range of engaging and fun programs for all ages. Click on the links above to get specific information on upcoming programs and events. Still have questions?
Call us at 317-327-7183 or Call Customer Service at 317-327-PARK
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Garfield Park Master Gardener - Guided Conservatory Tours
2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month @ 11 AM - Included in that days admissions fee
Wednesday, July 8 | 6pm-7ish
Ages: All | Fee: $1
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Come meet your neighbors as we harvest, cook, and share a meal from the veggies growing in Blakes' Garden! And yes, it really is just a dollar. Do register online so I know how many we're cooking for! Rescheduled from July 1st because of heat.
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​​​Critter Chat
Saturday, July 11 | 12 pm
Ages: All | Free | Drop-in
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Drop by Blake’s Garden to meet one of our resident critters. No registration needed. Program will be held in classroom if weather is inclement.
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Fermentation Station: Garlic Paste
Saturday, July 18 | 1-2pm
Ages: 10 and up | $15
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Live-culture condiments are a hurried cook’s best friend! Ferment organic, locally-grown garlic into a buttery, umami-rich paste that will liven up any dish.
Limit 15 participants; pre-registration required. Participants must be comfortable using a knife to chop vegetables.
​​Little Green Thumbs
Wednesday, July 22 | 10-11am
Ages: 2-5 | Fee: $6 per child
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Let's learn about WORMS! We'll read a story, meet the wigglers, and explore the vegetable garden these soil superheroes make possible! Registration required.
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Saturday, July 25 | 1-2pm
Ages: 10 and up | $15
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Learn how to brew a sweet and sparkly pineapple drink from Mexico!
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Limit 15 participants; pre-registration required. Participants must be comfortable using a knife to chop fruit.
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Saturday, August 1 | 10-11:30 am
Ages: 16 and up | $6 per person
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Join the Herb Society of Central Indiana for a fun class on making gifts with herbs, perfect for Mother's Day or anyone else that needs a spring pick-me-up. You will also have the opportunity to learn about herbs you can grow yourself throughout the season and flowers that you can grow that are edible. There will be recipes, handouts and herbal snacks. Pre-registration required.
Sunday, August 2 | 1-5 pm
Free Admission to the Conservatory
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In appreciation of all our wonderful visitors and supporters, admission to the Conservatory is FREE on this day. Enjoy our unique tropical experience, including waterfalls, orchids, animals and more! No registration required.
Cactus and Succulent Show
August 7-23, 2026
Mondays Closed, Tues-Sat 10 am - 5 pm, Sun 1-5 pm
$7 per person, $15 per family (2 adults max per family)
Come one, come all to the Second Annual Cactus and Succulent Show! We're partnering with several local institutions to bring you a whimsical and creative display of some of the coolest cacti and succulents around town!
Saturday, August 15 | 12 pm
Ages: All | Fee: Free | Drop-in
Drop by Blake’s Garden to meet one of our resident critters. No registration needed. Program will be held in classroom if weather is inclement.
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Wednesday, August 26 | 10-11 am
$6 per child | Ages: 2-5
Celebrate summer sunshine! We'll learn how plants eat light, and then use the sun to make animal-shaped crayons. Registration required.
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Fermentation Station: Hot Sauce and Ketchup
Saturday, August 29 | 1-2 pm
$15 per person | Ages: 10 and up
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Live-culture condiments are a hurried cook’s best friend! Fermented hot sauce packs a complex, flavorful taste tailored to your own heat preferences. And fermented ketchup? It takes us back to the sauce’s origin, for a zingy tomato paste that won’t grow mold in the fridge.​​​
September Programs Coming Soon!