Closure Alert: On Sunday, October 18 – Broad Street will be closed from 7–11 am for the Columbus Marathon. Please plan an alternate route and use the Franklin Park South entrance near the Community Garden Campus, open until noon.

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Fall evenings during Pumpkins Aglow offer bewitching scenes and spooky surprises. These family-friendly events occur 5-9pm Wednesdays, Thursdays & Sundays and 5-10pm Fridays & Saturdays during October 7-11, 14-18, 21-25…

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Returning this fall, the Botanical Garden landscapes and containers will be transformed with thousands of pumpkins, chrysanthemums, exquisite cabbages, and more. Harvest Blooms opens on September 26.

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Corporate & Social Events

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Host an unforgettable event surrounded by the beauty of the Conservatory. Whether you’re planning a corporate retreat, holiday party, gala, celebration, formal gathering or remembrance ceremony, our unique venues offer…

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North Star Master Plan

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After 24 months of community research and visioning with architecture and design experts, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens has announced a bold vision for becoming a premier botanical garden…

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Today at the Conservatory

Getting in Touch with Nature
Classes (All Ages) Getting in Touch with Nature 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm | $20, $15 FOR MEMBERS
October Member Walk
Events (All Ages) October Member Walk 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm | $5 Per Person
Paul Busse Garden Railway
Exhibition Paul Busse Garden Railway Apr 25–Jan 3 | DURING GENERAL ADMISSION & SPECIAL ENGAGEMENTS
Through The Vines: A Seasonal Journey
Exhibition Through The Vines: A Seasonal Journey Apr 25–Jan 3 | DURING GENERAL ADMISSION & SPECIAL ENGAGEMENTS
Where Wonder Grows: The Nature of Connection
Exhibition Where Wonder Grows: The Nature of Connection Sep 5–Nov 22 | DURING GENERAL ADMISSION & SPECIAL ENGAGEMENTS
Harvest Blooms
Exhibition Harvest Blooms Sep 26–Nov 1 | DURING GENERAL ADMISSION & SPECIAL ENGAGEMENTS
Pumpkins Aglow
Exhibition Pumpkins Aglow Oct 7–Nov 1 | 5 - 9pm Wednesdays, Thursdays, Sundays and 5 - 10pm Fridays & Saturdays

On Pumpkins Aglow dates, the Conservatory will close to the public at 4PM and reopen at 5PM.
Fall Magazine Your guide to the season is available now! Use the magazine to plan for fall at the Conservatory. Links are included in every section to direct to more information. View Magazine
Know Before You Go Plan your visit to Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens with these helpful tips on what to bring, what to see and do, and how to view current closures before you arrive. Learn More
Cocktails at the Conservatory Leave the trick-or-treating to the kids, because on October 29 – the Conservatory is strictly 21+ and completely child-free, and local distilleries are excited to share their spooky cocktails with you. Learn More
Gardening & Environmental (All Ages) Getting in Touch with Nature Oct 15 | $20, $15 FOR MEMBERS
Events (All Ages) October Member Walk Oct 15 | $5 Per Person
Gardening & Environmental (All Ages) Pumpkin Floral Arrangement – CANCELED Oct 16 | $90, $80 FOR MEMBERS
Fine Arts & Crafts (Ages 10+) Fused Glass: Fall Suncatcher Oct 17 | $90, $80 FOR MEMBERS
Events (All Ages) Glass Pumpkin Patch Oct 17 | Free to Shop Sale
Culinary Arts (All Ages) Spill the Beans: Coffee Tasting Oct 18 | $15, $12 FOR MEMBERS
Events (All Ages) Glass Pumpkin Patch Oct 18 | Free to Shop Sale
Fine Arts & Crafts (All Ages) Stacking Rings Pop Up Oct 18 | $60 (silver) or $40 (copper or brass)
Gardening & Environmental (All Ages) Fall for Spring Oct 21 | $15, $12 FOR MEMBERS
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