Bok Tower Gardens Calendar

Family Tree Climbing

ackle the challenge of trying to scale one of the Gardens’ tall live oak trees. Climb 60-80 feet above the ground, or just sit in the harness to study the environment, Singing Tower and rolling hills of citrus. $17 General Public / $12 Members

Family Night Hike

Unravel the mysteries of nighttime sights and sounds as you discover the Gardens after the sun goes down. Watch for nocturnal animals, the glow of spider eyes and more while listening to the creatures of the night. Bring a flashlight or headlamp. Adult…

Family Nature Walk

Join us for a family nature walk in the Gardens and on the Pine Ridge Nature Preserve Trail to celebrate “Take a Child Outside Week. Free with general admission.

Teacher’s Open House

Explore the opportunities and adventures that await you and your students in Central Florida’s best outdoor classroom. To register please contact our education staff at programs@boktower.org or call us at 863.332.0742.

Family Tree Climbing

Tackle the challenge of trying to scale one of the Gardens’ tall live oak trees. Climb 60-80 feet above the ground, or just sit in the harness to study the environment, Singing Tower and rolling hills of citrus. Led by qualified trainers, participant…

Boktoberfest Plant Sale

Live music, German food, beer and fun for the whole family including tree climbing, face painting, butterfly house tours and more will be featured during this year’s Boktoberfest Plant Sale. Some of the plants for sale will include orchids, palm…

Concert Under the Stars

Bring your family and a picnic to spend an enchanted moonlit evening at Bok Tower Gardens on the Great Lawn with a performance by the Imperial Symphony Orchestra and the Singing Tower carillon. A favorite Central Florida outdoor gathering, the event dr…

St. Patrick’s Day Carillon Concerts

Stroll the blooming gardens and enjoy the many shades of green as the Singing Tower carillon performs special half-hour selections of Irish favorites from the Emerald Isle at 1 and 3 p.m.

Dedication Day Carillon Concerts

Special carillon concerts commemorate the anniversary of the 1929 dedication of the Edward W. Bok’s gift of gratitude to America. Concerts at 1 & 3 p.m. Free with admission.

Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Carillon Concerts

Featuring music of hope, inspiration and peace honoring Dr. King; humanitarian and civil rights activist who, like Gardens’ founder Edward Bok, championed the cause of unity among all people. Concerts at 1 & 3 p.m. Free with admission.

Edward Bok Memorial Carillon Concerts

Commemorate the life of Gardens’ founder Edward W. Bok who died January 9, 1930, less than a year after his beloved Singing Tower was dedicated. Concerts at 1 & 3 p.m. Free with admission.

Summer Discovery Days

Wednesdays, June 23 – August 4. Each one and a half hour class for children first through sixth grades will have a different theme and include outdoor play, art projects, nature walks and more. This week’s theme is Watercolor Butterflies. Cost for ea…

Summer Discovery Days

Wednesdays, June 23 – August 4. Each one and a half hour class for children first through sixth grades will have a different theme and include outdoor play, art projects, nature walks and more. This week’s theme is Plant Discovery. Cost for each clas…

Sunset & Symphony

A highlight of the fall cultural calendar, the award-winning Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra and the Singing Tower carillon present an evening of pops and light classics. Bring your family and a picnic to enjoy the outdoor concert on the Great Lawn as t…

Summer Discovery Days

Wednesdays, June 23 – August 4. Each one and a half hour class for children first through sixth grades will have a different theme and include outdoor play, art projects, nature walks and more. This week’s theme is Carillon Castle Creations. Cost for…

Boktoberfest Plant Sale

Celebrate the start of the fall gardening season with free admission and fun for the whole family!

Live at the Gardens! Broadway & Jazz

Victoria de Lissovoy and Rebecca Renfroe bring Broadway & JAZZ back to to close the Live at the Gardens series with a special appearance by the multi-talented Asunta Fleming. Tickets are $20 for the general public; members will receive a 10% disco…

Live at the Gardens! The Repeatles

Back by popular demand! Join one of Central Florida’s most popular acts for two performances. Tickets are $20 for the general public; members will receive a 10% discount. Early reservations are encouraged. An optional prepaid dinner will be served at…

Live at the Gardens! The Repeatles

Back by popular demand! Join one of Central Florida’s most popular acts for two performances. Tickets are $20 for the general public; members will receive a 10% discount. Early reservations are encouraged. An optional prepaid dinner will be served at…

Nature Quest Summer Camp

Registration has been extended to June 30! Experience five days of immersion in a positive and fully engaged learning community. In partnership with Pathfinder Outdoor Education, the Gardens will host a week-long summer camp for children first through …

Fourth of July Carillon Concerts

Concerts at 1 & 3 p.m. To honor our nation’s military, free admission will be offered to all branches of the military, active, retired and disabled veterans. A valid driver’s license along with a DD214 or other active military identification needs…

Wish You Were Here! Antique Postcard Exhibit

Stop by the Visitor Center this summer to see an eclectic collection of old postcards depicting the Singing Tower, Lake Wales area and other tourist destinations dating back to the early 1930s. The collection is on loan from Gardens member Kenny Endline.

Summer Discovery Days

Wednesdays, June 23 – August 4. Each one and a half hour class for children first through sixth grades will have a different theme and include outdoor play, art projects, nature walks and more. This week’s theme is Pine Ridge Trail Adventure. Cost fo…

Live at the Gardens! Tammerlin

Folk musicians Lee Hunter and Arvid Smith blend folk tunes with electric guitars and sound-effects to create a style they call “folklectic.” Tickets are $20 for the general public; members will receive a 10% discount. Early reservations are encoura…

Live at the Gardens! The Porchdogs

The Porchdogs will perform Louisiana Cajun and Zydeco music that will make your feet want to tap along to the beat! Tickets are $20 for the general public; members will receive a 10% discount. Early reservations are encouraged. An optional prepaid dinn…

Nature Quest Summer Camp

Experience five days of immersion in a positive and fully engaged learning community. In partnership with Pathfinder Outdoor Education, the Gardens will host a week-long summer camp for children first through sixth grades. $250/week for Members. $295/week for non-members; extended care is available 8–9 a.m. & 5–6 p.m. daily for $50/week.

“Finding Yourself” Book Signing

“Finding Yourself: A Spiritual Journey Through a Florida Garden” written by Bill Maxwell with photographs by John Moran. The signing is free with general admission and to members. The book will be available for purchase as well as matted prints of Moran’s photography.

Summer Camp at Bok

Children completed K through 5th grade are invited to spend their summer at Bok Tower Gardens. Enjoy Summer Discovery Days on Wednesdays from June 23 – August 4 from 10 – 11:30 a.m. and Nature Quest Summer Camp presented by Pathfinder, Inc. July 19 – 23 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Memorial Day Carillon Concerts

A musical salute of gratitude to our nation’s veterans and current members of America’s armed forces. Concerts at 1 & 3 p.m.

National Public Gardens Day

ational Public Gardens Day is a national day of celebration to raise awareness of America’s public gardens and their important role in promoting environmental stewardship and awareness, plant and water conservation and education in communities nationwide. Free admission to members of all public gardens.

Architecture in Landscape Workshop with Gary Gessford

Artist Gary Gessford teaches a three-day workshop for intermediate & advanced students of watercolor, acrylic and oils. $325 / Members $275.

Armed Forces Day Carillon Concerts

Special carillon concerts to honor the brave men and women of our Armed Forces who have given their lives to preserve our freedom. Concerts at 1 & 3 p.m.

Bike MS: The Citrus Tour 2010

An unforgettable ride! Bok Tower Gardens is partnering with the National Multiple Sclerosis Society-Mid Florida Chapter to host Bike MS: The Citrus Tour 2010.

Mother’s Day Carillon Concerts

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a tour of the living bouquet of landscape gardens created by Frederick Law Olmsted Jr. Concerts at 1 & 3 p.m.

Concert Under the Stars

Imperial Symphony Orchestra and the Singing Tower Carillon concert performance on the Great Lawn. ADVANCE Tickets are: $15 members / $20 general public / $25 day of the concert (members and general public) Children under 5 are admitted free. Group discounts are available. Call 863-734-1222 or the ISO at 863-688-3743 to purchase tickets by phone.

April Moonlight Carillon Concert

A unique opportunity to visit the Gardens after normal operating hours for half-price admission. The hour-long concert begins at 7:30 p.m.

Star Gaze at Bok

View Saturn and other deep sky celestial wonders in celebration of 400th anniversary of the telescope! Admission is $5 per person (including members); children under 5 are free. Military free with ID.

Fertile Ground Art Exhibit

William Kidd’s wheel-thrown and slab-constructed ceramics have a sculptural and very organic quality. Free with admission. Open daily 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

A Day of Healing Arts

Mental focus, concentration and optimum energy through holistic medicine
Keynote presentation by Mojka Renaud followed by a day of workshops
Energize! Harmonize! Revitalize!
All inclusive $89 / Members $79.

Earth Day “Back to Nature” Celebration 2010

Get “Back to Nature” as you celebrate Earth Day at Bok Tower Gardens! $5 students and chaperones; two free chaperones per 15 students.

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