Upcoming Events

2025 Horticulture Shows & Events

50th Anniversary Lecture Series

Since 1975, VanDusen Botanical Garden has been a place of wonder, learning, and growth. To mark this golden occasion, we are thrilled to present a special anniversary speaker series featuring thought leaders in horticulture, conservation, and biodiversity.

Featuring presentations by Monique Gray Smith, Suzanne Simard, Brian Minter, Egan Davis as well as a evening with VanDusen’s expert staff and volunteers, join us as we celebrate the past and look forward to the future!

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Vancouver Dahlia Society; Tuber Sale

Admission: By Donation

For more information contact Peter Krueger; [email protected]

*Garden admission not included. Book online and save, or purchase at the Admission Desk upon arrival.

Sakura Days Japan Fair

The Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival returns to VanDusen Botanical Garden for Sakura Days Japan Fair this spring!

Celebrate all things Japan – from Japanese food, drink, and performances, to music and art. Discover a wide variety of vendors and exhibitors featuring local Japanese food, crafts, and businesses.

Alpine Garden Club of BC: Spring Show & Sale

Admission: By Donation

For more information contact Laura Caddy at [email protected]

*Garden admission not included. Book online and save, or purchase at the Admission Desk upon arrival.

Metro Vancouver Gardening Society: Bonsai & Flower Show

For more information contact: [email protected]

Admission: By donation

*Garden admission not included. Book online and save, or purchase at the Admission Desk upon arrival.

VJGA Sumi Bonsai Club Show

Entrance: By Donation

For more information contact Hugh Kamisato at: [email protected] or 604-980-8127.

*Garden admission not included. Book online and save, or purchase at the Admission Desk upon arrival.

Vancouver All British Field Meet

Save the date for the 40th annual Vancouver All British Field Meet on Saturday, May 17, 2025. The Greatest Show on British Wheels has lived up to its name and earned its reputation as the longest-running and most significant annual display of British vehicles in Western Canada. Tickets will be available soon.

Vancouver African Violet & Gesneriad Society: Show & Sale

Entrance: By donation

For more information contact Garth McFadden; [email protected] or 604-512-3000.

*Garden admission not included. Book online and save, or purchase at the Admission Desk upon arrival.

Penjing Exhibition & Sale

Entry: By Donation

For more information contact: Peter Lee at [email protected] or 604-351-3866.

*Garden admission not included. Book online and save, or purchase at the Admission Desk upon arrival.

Vancouver Mycological Society: Spring Mycology Show & Sale

The Vancouver Mycological Society Spring Mycology Show & Sale takes place June 1st in the Floral Hall & Cedar Room at VanDusen Botanical Garden.

For more information click here or email [email protected]

*Garden admission not included. Book online and save, or purchase at the Admission Desk upon arrival.

Vancouver Rose Society: Rose Show

The Vancouver Rose Society Rose Show takes place in the Floral Hall and Cedar Room at VanDusen Botanical Garden on Sunday June 15, 12:30 pm – 4:30 pm.

Admission: Free

For more information contact Elizabeth Sheppard at [email protected]

*Garden admission not included. Book online and save, or purchase at the Admission Desk upon arrival.

Admission is free. For more information, please contact Donald or Elizabeth Sheppard by email.

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