The Orchid Show: Feelin' Groovy

Rewind to the '60s and '70s at the Orchid Show: Feelin' Groovy where 10,000 vibrant orchids are the hottest thing since bell bottoms. Floor-to-ceiling sunbeams made of cascading orchids light up the room in living color. Lose yourself in a 10-foot lava lamp aglow with colorful blooms, then hit the road as a flower-filled Volkswagen Beetle carries you through a Route 66 daydream. Running February 7 through March 22, 2026, daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., this spectacular display transforms the Garden's indoor galleries into a groovy wonderland. The experience offers pure good vibes with thousands of fresh, colorful blooms arranged in creative installations inspired by the iconic decades. Special evening events include 'Orchids After Hours' featuring cocktails and light bites, plus unique Silent Disco nights on February 21 and March 21 where guests can slip on wireless headphones and groove to era hits among the blooms. Located just 25 miles north of Lincoln Park in Glencoe, the Chicago Botanic Garden provides a peaceful escape into nature's beauty. Tickets include access to the rare book exhibition 'Slipper Orchids: Retro, Mellow & Groovy' in the Lenhardt Library. Ticket prices: $21 for non-member adults, $14 for non-member children ages 3-12. Members receive discounted pricing. Advance online purchase recommended for best rates.