Lunar New Year

Saturday, Feb 21 | 9:00-11:00A

In partnership with Brookfield Zoo Chicago ZAP! Conservation Science Adventures, celebrate the Lunar New Year, Year of the Horse with a free family event for all ages! Enjoy wildlife, crafts, scavenger hunts, and more!

Shamrock Scavenger Hunt

Tuesday-Sunday | Mar 3-17 | 10:00A-4:00P

Join the hunt to find shamrocks that the leprechaun scattered around the Conservatory! Prizes will be awarded to those that find all seven lucky shamrocks hidden among our plants. Living shamrocks will also be available for sale. No registration required for this event.

KidsFest

Sunday, Apr 26 | 10:00A-12:30P

This year we’re all about raptors! Celebrate the wonders of our planet with activities presented by our community partners.

Plant & Tool Exchange

Sunday, May 17 | 9:30-11:30A

Join other gardeners and share your favorite plants and extra tools at our free, annual spring exchange. Please bring at least one healthy plant from your garden or a houseplant to participate in the swap and be sure to label your plants!

OPRF Garden Walk

Sunday, Jun 28 | 10:00A-4:00P

Celebrate our 32nd annual Garden Walk in Oak Park and River Forest! Enjoy a self-guided tour featuring unique private and public gardens.

Uncorked

Jun 26, Jul 24, Aug 21, Sep 18

Enjoy an evening of music and drinks at the Oak Park Conservatory Rubinstein Garden. Admission includes two drink tickets, an appetizer, and a guided tour of the showrooms. Presented by the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory.

Fright at Night

Stay tuned for 2026 dates!

Come in costume and see what poisonous plants grow in the shadows of the Conservatory, plus enjoy Halloween carnival games! Registration is required in advance for all attending.

Candlelight Walk

Stay tuned for 2026 dates!

Enjoy the beauty of the season with a Candlelight Walk. Visit Santa in Mrs. Claus’ holiday garden, drop your wish list in his mailbox, and receive a special treat from Santa! Enjoy holiday music and refreshments.

Seed Swap

Check back for 2027 dates!

Join us at the Oak Park Conservatory on National Seed Swap Day to honor the great U.S. tradition of swapping seeds with neighbors. Browse a selection of herb, vegetable, floral, perennial, and native seeds. No registration required.

We will have expert gardeners on hand to guide you in getting your garden off to a good start. Please label your seed donations with the variety, source, and year when possible. Note: The first hour (11:00A-12:00P) is open to FOPCON members only.