Garden Week
Welcome to Garden Week!
September 8-13, 2026
Discover a week where gardens bloom, nature inspires, and every day brings something new to explore.
Garden Week is a six-day celebration of gardens, nature, agritourism, and outdoor living across Sebring, Avon Park, and Lake Placid, FL. Rather than a single flower festival, local partners host self-guided tours, expert workshops, scenic outings, and garden-inspired dining across the region. Whether you’re an avid gardener, a casual nature lover, or simply looking for a relaxing getaway, Garden Week offers something to enjoy at every stop.
The best part? Garden Week is yours to experience your way. Browse the schedule of events, check out the special offerings, build your own itinerary, and spend the week exploring the natural beauty and welcoming communities that make the Sebring area bloom.
When and Where Is the Sebring Area Garden Week?
Garden Week takes place September 8–13, 2026, and spans three neighboring communities—Sebring, Avon Park, and Lake Placid—just a short drive south of Orlando. Stroll through beautiful gardens, learn from local experts, explore scenic parks and preserves, or discover a hidden gem you’ve never visited before. Make one of our charming communities your home base for the week and enjoy a seamless escape as you explore from private gardens to downtown shops.
Explore Garden Week Experiences
Garden Week isn’t just about pretty plants and flowers; it’s an opportunity to explore local gardens, nurseries, and working farms. Participate in hands-on agritourism, guided nature outings, creative workshops, wellness experiences, and garden-inspired dining across the Sebring area. Explore the full list of partner-hosted events below to start building your custom itinerary.
Garden & Nursery Experiences
Immerse yourself in Highlands County’s vibrant growing culture with guided and self-guided garden tours, plant nurseries, and breathtaking displays. From Lake Placid’s world-renowned caladium fields—celebrated annually during the popular Caladium Festival—to colorful native Florida plant exhibits, you’ll find plenty of inspiration for your own home garden. Join local experts for hands-on gardening activities, learn time-tested landscaping tips, and pick up unique plants and flowers to take home.
- Grow Your Own: Vegetable Gardening Talk & Nursery Tour – Sept. 10 • Sebring
Learn Florida vegetable gardening tips from a UF/IFAS expert, then explore 40+ acres of nursery grounds at your own pace. - Classic Caladiums Open House – Sept. 11–12 • Avon Park
Explore colorful display gardens, tour the fields, shop plants and bulbs, and discover how Florida’s famous caladiums are grown. - Healthy Gardens, Healthy Habitat: A Natural Garden Workshop – Sept. 12 • Avon Park
Get hands-on with native wildflowers, invasive plant removal, and practical techniques for creating a healthier Florida landscape. - Nursery Stroll & Community Blood Drive – Sept. 12 • Sebring
Stroll the beautiful grounds of Robbins Nursery North, browse end-of-season plant specials, and give back during an onsite blood drive. - Grow Community Teaching Garden Tour – Sept. 8–13 • Lake Placid
Explore an educational community garden and discover edible plants, sustainable growing techniques, and what’s blooming this season. - Garden Walk and Talk at Inn On The Lakes – Sept. 8–13 • Sebring
Take a guided morning stroll through lush tropical landscaping while learning how the property’s gardening team keeps it thriving year-round. - Guided Journal Plaza Garden Tour – Sept. 8–13 • Lake Placid
Tour the beautifully landscaped Journal Plaza gardens and discover seasonal blooms, thoughtful design, and inspiration for your own garden.
Nature & Outdoor Activities
Step beyond cultivated gardens and explore Florida’s wild side. Join guided birding walks, scenic boardwalk tours, and outdoor nature events across county parks and nature preserves. These outdoor outings connect you with native ecosystems, wildlife, and tranquil views across the county.
- Sammy’s Storybook Trail Grand Opening – Sept. 8 • Sebring
Discover a new family-friendly trail where stories, Florida wetlands, wildlife, and conservation come together. - Native Plant Discovery Hike – Sept. 9 • Sebring
Hike Highlands Hammock with a ranger and discover native plants, historic botanical specimens, and the challenges posed by invasive species. - Avon Park Garden Stroll – Sept. 9 • Avon Park
Stroll Historic Downtown Avon Park with a local guide while discovering its trees, flowers, landscaping, and gardening history. - Buck Island Ranch Swamp Buggy Tour – Sept. 10 • Lake Placid
Ride across a 10,500-acre working cattle ranch and see how agriculture, wildlife, science, and conservation thrive side by side. - Birding with a Ranger – Sept. 11 • Sebring
Look and listen for native and migratory birds during a ranger-led experience at Highlands Hammock State Park. - Tram Tour at Highlands Hammock State Park – Sept. 8–13 • Sebring
Ride an open-air tram beneath ancient oaks and through cypress swamps while searching for wildlife and discovering the park’s unique ecosystems. - Twilight Nature Walk – Sept. 8–13 • Sebring
Wander scenic golf course paths at your own pace among majestic oaks, native plants, water features, and Florida wildlife. - Discover the Story of Highlands Hammock – Sept. 8–13 • Sebring
Step into the park’s past at the CCC Museum, then browse nature-inspired gifts and keepsakes at the Hammock Inn Store. - Explore & Grow: An Airboat & Succulent Adventure – Sept. 8–13 • Sebring
Glide through Arbuckle Creek and Lake Istokpoga in search of native wildlife, then create a potted succulent to take home. - Beyond the Garden Airboat Tour – Sept. 8–13 • Lake Placid
Cruise Lake Istokpoga by shaded airboat while searching for alligators, birds, turtles, native plants, and classic Florida scenery.
Wellness, Workshops & Creative Experiences
Unwind with hands-on workshops and slower-paced activities led by local creatives and experts. Offerings include botanical photography walks, floral arrangement classes, and garden talks—giving you a relaxing way to learn something new in a serene setting.
- Garden Week Photo Spot – Sept. 7–11 • Sebring
Snap a colorful Garden Week photo outside the historic Circle Theatre while exploring Downtown Sebring and Circle Park. - A Touch of Garden Magic – Sept. 9 • Sebring
Create a whimsical garden-inspired fairy wand during this hands-on ArtLab27 workshop for all ages. - Downtown Sebring ArtWalk: Nature in Bloom – Sept. 10 • Sebring
Explore art, shops, murals, dining, and more throughout charming Downtown Sebring during this self-guided evening experience. - HGTV Home Town Takeover Tour of Downtown Sebring – Sept. 10 • Sebring
Walk through Downtown Sebring and discover the transformations, stories, and landmarks featured on HGTV’s Home Town Takeover. - Painted Pots & Petals – Sept. 11 • Sebring
Paint a terracotta planter, choose seasonal flower seeds, and create a colorful keepsake designed to keep blooming after Garden Week. - Paint, Eat & Sip: A Garden Week Evening of Creativity – Sept. 11 • Sebring
Paint a garden-inspired masterpiece while enjoying food and refreshments during a relaxed creative evening at Chicanes. - Get Curious! Discover Your Own Backyard – Sept. 12 • Sebring
Use microscopes, magnifiers, and hands-on activities to uncover the fascinating plants, insects, and tiny wonders hiding in your own backyard. - Bloomin’ Spoon Art – Sept. 12 • Sebring
Turn an unexpected everyday material into a colorful floral keepsake during this playful, hands-on art workshop. - Bloom & Brush with Bouquets by Yoana – Sept. 12 • Lake Placid
Design your own fresh floral bouquet with expert guidance while enjoying an individual charcuterie board at Owl & Otter Espresso Co. - Plant Bingo – Sept. 13 • Sebring
Put your luck and your green thumb to the test with an afternoon of bingo, plant prizes, and Garden Week fun. - Create & Cultivate at the Caladium Arts & Crafts Cooperative – Sept. 8–13 • Lake Placid
Explore artist demonstrations, hands-on classes, locally made art, and one-of-a-kind handcrafted finds throughout Garden Week. - Bloom Bar & Hydro Plant Workshop – Sept. 8–12 • Sebring
Build a custom bouquet throughout the week or stop in Friday or Saturday to create your own hydro plant arrangement. - The Creative Collective Art Café Soft Opening – Sept. 8–13 • Lake Placid
Create at your own pace with painting, journaling, mixed media, and more while exploring this new art café and boutique. - Bloom Into Your Dream Home – Sept. 8–12 • Sebring
Explore nature-inspired interiors, create a botanical mood board, and gather fresh ideas for bringing the outdoors into your home.
Garden-Inspired Dining
Savor Garden Week one bite at a time as local culinary talent brings the region’s harvest straight to your plate. Indulge in fresh, herb-infused dishes, artfully crafted botanical cocktails, and vibrant edible flower garnishes designed just for the week. Browse the event schedule below for featured Garden Week menus, or explore all local restaurants across Sebring, Avon Park, and Lake Placid to plan your dining stops.
- Bloom-A-Thon at Journal Plaza – Sept. 8–13 • Lake Placid
Explore floral displays, local art, garden-inspired drinks and treats, shopping, and more throughout charming Journal Plaza. - Bloom & Brew at the Grove Collective – Sept. 8–13 • Sebring
Sip your way through a seasonal menu of botanical coffees, floral refreshers, fruit-forward drinks, and garden-inspired treats. - Garden-to-Table Peruvian Week at PeruFresh – Sept. 8–13 • Sebring
Taste a Garden Week spin on authentic Peruvian cuisine featuring fresh herbs, vegetables, edible flowers, cocktails, and mocktails. - Pints in Bloom at Gavaghan’s Irish Pub – Sept. 8–13 • Sebring
Enjoy a fresh take on Irish hospitality with botanical-inspired food and drinks featuring seasonal ingredients and garden-to-table flavors. - Sip & Bloom at Don Jose’s – Sept. 8–13 • Sebring
Sip colorful botanical-inspired drinks garnished with edible flowers, then stroll the restaurant’s garden and fountain-lined patio. - Picnic, Sip & Stroll at Sophie’s Cafe + Sebring/Avon Park Ice Cream & Soda Works Locations– Sept. 8–13 • Sebring & Avon Park
Grab a Garden Week picnic box, sip limited-time botanical sodas, sample a seasonal soda flight, and collect a special souvenir cup. - Garden-Inspired Lunch at Chicanes – Sept. 9–12 • Sebring
Savor seasonal dishes, garden-inspired desserts, and botanical cocktails while overlooking beautiful Lake Jackson. - Vines & Blooms: A Garden Week Evening at Mon Cirque – Sept. 10 • Sebring
Sip featured wines, browse local art and jewelry, and create your own fresh bouquet during this special Downtown Sebring evening. - The Garden Table at Organically Local – Sept. 11–12 • Sebring
Gather for an intimate evening of farm-to-table inspired dishes showcasing seasonal ingredients from local farms and producers. - Vineyard Walk at Tropical Winery – Sept. 12 • Lake Placid
Walk among the vines, hand-pick ripe Florida muscadine grapes, then relax with a guided wine tasting and light appetizers. - Faded Bistro Butterfly Garden Celebration – Sept. 12 • Sebring
Enjoy a late lunch followed by a special release of butterflies raised on the property, plus a complimentary champagne toast with purchase. - A Midsummer Night’s Dream: A Garden Week Enchanted Evening at DARA’s Dessert Room – Sept. 12 • Sebring
Dress as your favorite mythical creature for a 21+ evening of light bites, desserts, champagne, cocktails, costumes, and live DJ beats. - Rails, Roots & Recipes at Avon Park Depot Museum – Sept. 12 • Avon Park
Taste chef-inspired garden-to-table small plates inside a historic rail car, then discover creative ways to bring caladiums to the table.
Build Your Itinerary With the Event Calendar
Use this calendar to craft your ideal itinerary. Simply filter events by date, community, or keyword to find activities that pique your interest. Whether you want to start your morning with a quiet birding tour, take afternoon floral workshops, find a unique garden event, or end the day with a garden-inspired dinner and cocktails, the calendar makes it simple to plan your week. You can also check out our community event calendar to add more fun to your experience.
Filters
Garden Week Photo Spot
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Greater Sebring Chamber of Commerce & Sebring Visitor Center
202 Circle Park Drive
Sebring, FL 33870
Picnic, Sip & Stroll
120 N. Ridgewood Dr., Sebring 120 Sebring Square, Sebring 4 E. Main St., Avon Park 201 Circle Park, Sebring 23 E. Main St., Avon Park
Sip & Bloom
Don Jose's Mexican Restaurant
4731 Lakeview Drive
Sebring, FL 33870
Bloom-A-Thon at Journal Plaza
Journal Plaza
219 N. Main Avenue
Lake Placid, FL 33852
Beyond the Garden
Lake Placid Charter Co.
161 Highlands Lake Drive
Lake Placid, FL 33852
Guided Journal Plaza Garden Tour
Journal Plaza
219 N. Main Avenue
Lake Placid, FL 33852
Tram Tour at Highlands Hammock State Park
Highlands Hammock State Park
5931 Hammock Rd
Sebring, FL 33872
Explore & Grow: An Airboat & Succulent Adventure
7:30 am – 2:30 pm
Airboat Wildlife Adventures
4971 US-98
Sebring, FL 33876
Map Out Your Garden Week Adventure
Navigate Garden Week effortlessly with our interactive Trail Map. Designed for seamless planning, it helps you group nearby garden stops across Sebring, Avon Park, and Lake Placid, map out travel times, and find delicious dining or cozy lodging along the way. Plan your route in minutes to maximize every moment of your getaway!
Places to Stay During Garden Week
Turn your Garden Week visit into a multi-day getaway by staying overnight in the Sebring area. Giving yourself extra time makes it easy to explore multiple communities, attend early-morning or evening events, and enjoy every stop at a relaxed pace. Browse local hotels, boutique stays, and cozy rentals, or book directly with our participating lodging partners.
Rooted in Relaxation Garden Getaway – Sept. 8–13 • Lake Placid
Enjoy a two-night lakeside stay at Lake Blue Resort, complete with a caladium plant and bulbs to bring a little piece of Garden Week home.
Rest Among the Blooms – Sept. 8–13 • Sebring
Make Inn On The Lakes your Garden Week home base with special Garden Week room rates and a convenient location near area experiences.
Garden Week Guide
Coming soon!
Download the digital Garden Week Guide for a handy event overview, complete with full schedule of events, location map, featured experiences, and visitor tips.
Frequently Asked Questions
No central admission ticket is required. Garden Week is a collection of independent events and stops. While many garden displays, nursery visits, and park outings are free, select workshops, guided tours, or special dining events may charge an individual fee. We recommend checking individual event listings for details.
Pet policies vary by location. Many public parks, nature trails, and open-air farms welcome leashed pets, but indoor nurseries, private gardens, and restaurants may have restrictions. We recommend checking individual event listings before bringing your pet.
Many open houses, parks, and nursery visits do not require registration. However, workshops with limited capacity, guided tours, and dining events may require advance registration. Please check individual event listings for details.
Participating towns—Sebring, Avon Park, and Lake Placid—are conveniently connected along the US-27 corridor. Driving between neighboring towns takes roughly 15 to 25 minutes, making it easy to visit multiple locations in a single day.
You can view the full, updated schedule on our online calendar and event categories above. Or, download our Garden Week Guide.
Most indoor workshops, nursery displays, and dining features take place rain or shine. In the case of severe weather, outdoor walks or farm tours may be rescheduled. We will update event listings within the online calendar if changes occur.
Yes, Garden Week offers activities for all ages, including farm visits, easy nature trails, creative workshops, and scenic garden displays.
Follow Visit Sebring on social media to receive event announcements, new participating host reveals, and travel tips as September approaches.
There’s More to Discover
Garden Week is just the beginning. From world-famous races and hometown festivals to seasonal celebrations, live shows, farmers markets, and family-friendly events, there’s always something happening in the Sebring area.