Bees, Butterflies & Blooms
A Pollinator Paradise • May 23 – September 30, 2025
Morris Arboretum & Gardens becomes a paradise for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators in its newest exhibition, Bees, Butterflies & Blooms: A Pollinator Paradise! Each month brings together people, plants, and pollinators in meaningful ways, including brand new exhibit, fun events, interactive workshops, specialty guided tours, and much more!
Visit Memorial Day Weekend for the opening of the Garden Railway and Hummingbird Hut!
Upcoming at the Morris
Bloomin' Bubbles
Tuesdays: May 27 – Tuesday, August 26 • 11 AM
Join us every Tuesday for Bloomin' Bubbles! In this event just for kids, we will transform the Whimsical Woods into a magical bubble party. Free with general admission.
Bloomin' Bubbles: Butterflies
Tuesday, June 17 • 11 am
Join us for a special pollinator Bloomin' Bubbles! In this event just for kids, we will transform the Whimsical Woods into a magical bubble party and highlight butterflies with crafts, songs, and dancing.
June Storytime
Wednesday, June 18 • 10:30 am
This month, we’re reading Before the Seed: How Pollen Moves by Susannah Buhrman-Deever. Free with general admission.
Magic Railway Weekend
Saturday, June 21 – Sunday, June 22
Everyone's beloved cartoon train can always be found chugging along in his own section of our Garden Railway, but a few weekends a year he and his friends run free on all the tracks. Join us this weekend to experience the magic! Free with general admission.
Global Beatles Day
Wednesday, June 25 • All Day
Visit the Morris for a self-directed scavenger hunt to find The Beatles heads in plants that are pollinated by beetles. Free with general admission.
Circus Week at the Garden Railway
Friday, June 27 – Sunday, July 6
Listen for the call of the ringmaster as you watch the colorful railroad cars bring the “Big Top” to the Garden Railway.
Wings & Wildflowers Opening Weekend
Saturday, June 28 – Sunday, June 29
Immerse yourself in two new lush meadows filled with giant pollinator-inspired art that capture the essence and importance of pollinators in our ecosystem. Join us in English Park all weekend long for storytime, crafts, and dancing!
Shrubs For All Seasons
Saturday, June 28 • 11 am
Free with general admission
NEW - This tour focuses on evergreen and deciduous shrubs for the home gardener.
Garden Highlights
Weekdays: 10:30 am
Weekends: 1 pm
Free with general admission
Our knowledgeable guides will design a tour around the interests of the attendees. Every tour is different so come back as many times as you’d like.
Register for Summer 2025 Programs
Join us for an exciting lineup of workshops, tours, and hands-on experiences designed to educate, inspire, and bring you closer to nature. Discover new flavors, get creative, and immerse yourself in the beauty of our gardens in this magical season!