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Coffee at the Conservatory

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Celebrate the beauty of a spring morning with Coffee at the Conservatory, a special ticketed event at the Wells Barn at Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens. Wander through the gardens as they come alive with fresh blooms and morning light, all while sampling exceptional coffees from local roasters. Enjoy a peaceful, wellness-inspired atmosphere featuring local vendors and entertainment. This adults-only experience is the perfect way to connect with friends, savor the flavors of the season, and ease into the day surrounded by nature. This event is rain or shine! 

  • Coffee at the Conservatory is 10am-1:30pm and strictly 18+. Infants and toddlers are not permitted. IDs will be checked if planning to purchase alcohol. All guests are required to show valid, physical ID – regardless of age. Photos of ID are not permitted.

What To Expect

An event map and Ticket Card will serve as your guides to the event! Pick them up when you check in at the Wells Barn.

 

The Plan

Sip Taste your way through free coffee samples from a rotating lineup of local roasters and cafés. Feeling fancy? Grab a cocktail, mocktail, or other refreshments from our cash bars.

-Crimson Cup
-Boston Stoker
-Jennings Java

More to be announced soon!
Savor Donuts, breakfast bites, and food truck favorites—come hungry and treat yourself!

More to be announced soon!
Explore Get lost (in a good way). Stroll blooming gardens, shop local vendors, and stumble upon a sound bath, bird walks, and live poetry along the way.

-Ananda Sound Bath: Offers immersive sound healing experiences designed to calm the nervous system, restore balance, and create space for deep relaxation.

-Columbus Audubon Bird Walks: Step into a peaceful bird walk experience that values presence over pace and curiosity over counting.

-Dashing Designs Bloom Bar: Grab yourself a beautiful bouquet of flowers from the Bloom Bar!

-Live Poetry: To be announced!
Marketplace Vendors -Peasant House Provisions
-Makes a lot of Scents
-Earthly

More to be announced soon!
Hang Out Kick back, relax, and make a day of it. Your ticket includes entry to the main building—don’t miss the butterflies!

Please note: event programming takes place exclusively within the Wells Barn and Community Garden Campus.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Accessibility

Wheelchairs and motorized scooters are available for free on a first-come-first-served basis.

Designated parking spaces are available near the Main Entrance. Guests can be dropped off a short distance from the Main Entrance if necessary.

Service Animals are the only animals permitted at the Conservatory.

Please contact us with any specific accessibility concerns.

Is this event 18+?

Yes, IDs are required. This event is a special opportunity for adults to enjoy the Conservatory with their peers. Infants and toddlers are not permitted.

Are refunds available?

No, tickets are final sale and non-refundable. This includes refunds for the weather as the event can be moved inside.

Please contact us with any issues.

Is this event weather dependent?

No! Our event is rain or shine. In the event of heavy rain, activities and tastings will move to indoor or covered locations throughout the barn and community garden campus. To access everything, we recommend bringing an umbrella just in case and wearing proper footwear so you can comfortably explore all the festivities. No matter the weather, we can’t wait to celebrate with you!

What’s included in a reservation?
  • Access to the Wells Barn and Community Garden Campus as well as access to the Conservatory’s indoor and outdoor experiences and current exhibitions is included in a reservation. 
  • Activities are included with the cost of a ticket and do not require additional reservations.
  • Reservations also include coffee samples from each coffee vendor. Additional drinks can be purchased from the designated cash bars. Food may be purchased from local food trucks on site.
Are outside food or beverages permitted?

No, outside food and beverages will not be permitted. We kindly ask that you support the cash bar and local vendors.

Is there parking available?

Yes, the Wells Barn and Conservatory have a free parking lot for guests. Guests can also be dropped off or picked up in front of the Wells Barn entrance.