Orchid Show at Chicago Botanic Garden. Photo courtesy of Jeff Carrion / Chicago Botanic Garden
It may feel like winter in Chicago but Orchids with a capital O are brightening the greenhouse area of the Chicago Botanic Garden, now through March 22, 2026.
An over the top, popular annual show, the Botanic Garden is this year transporting visitors with a retro theme back to the 60s and 70s.
Mostly taking place in the greenhouses, the event still sports its familiar welcome to our showy blooms vibe so bring the camera or cell phone to take memorable photos.
For a special evening treat visit Orchids After Hours, Saturdays: February 28; March 7, 14, 21, Fridays: February 27; March 6, 13, 20 and Thursdays: March 12 & 19, 5 to 8 p.m.
The Chicago Botanic Garden borders Edens Hwy at 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe (at Highland Park).
Find more information at Chicago Botanic Garden.
Jodie Jacobs
