November 2026 Garden Events Across America

Flower Shows, Plant Sales, Botanical Garden Festivals & Seasonal Celebrations

November brings a different kind of beauty to America's gardens. Chrysanthemums reach their autumn glory, camellias begin their winter display, and botanical gardens across the country celebrate the changing seasons with flower shows, plant sales, educational programs, and festive exhibitions.

Whether you're an enthusiastic gardener, a collector of unusual plants, or simply someone who enjoys a pleasant afternoon among flowers, November offers plenty of opportunities to explore.

Here are some noteworthy garden-related events taking place throughout the United States in November 2026.

November 1 | Orange County Chrysanthemum Show

Corona del Mar, California
October 31 – November 1, 2026

The Orange County Chrysanthemum Society presents its annual show at Sherman Library & Gardens. Visitors can admire carefully cultivated chrysanthemums and discover the remarkable diversity of flower forms, colors, and growing techniques associated with this traditional autumn favorite.

Information: National Chrysanthemum Society – Chapter Shows

November 5–22 | Chrysanthemum Festival

Lan Su Chinese Garden — Portland, Oregon

One of the Pacific Northwest's most beautiful autumn celebrations returns to Lan Su Chinese Garden.

The festival highlights the chrysanthemum's importance in Chinese culture, featuring 81 varieties, elaborate floral sculptures, cascading displays, and educational opportunities.

Special evening floral exhibitions, including Nights of the Golden Flower, add another dimension to the celebration.

Information: Lan Su Chinese Garden – Chrysanthemum Festival

November 6–8 | Festival of Fabulous Mums

Sarah P. Duke Gardens — Durham, North Carolina

Chrysanthemum enthusiasts will find plenty to admire at Duke Gardens' Festival of Fabulous Mums.

The celebration includes demonstrations, educational presentations, and displays of rare and heirloom chrysanthemums.

A special walking tour on November 6 introduces visitors to the cultivation of exhibition chrysanthemums.

On November 7, a presentation explores the 13 recognized classes of these remarkable flowers.

The principal festival takes place November 8, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m., with free admission.

Information: Duke Gardens – Events Calendar

November 7–8 | Fall Foliage Festival & Plant Sale

Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden — Federal Way, Washington

Hours: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. daily
Admission: Free

Autumn color takes center stage at the Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden.

Visitors can explore 22 acres of woodland gardens while enjoying seasonal foliage and browsing specialty plants offered by participating vendors.

The sale features unusual garden specimens, collector favorites, and plants suited to the Pacific Northwest.

Art and handmade goods inspired by nature will also be available.

Information: Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden

November 7 | Virginia Camellia Society Show & Plant Sale

Norfolk Botanical Garden — Norfolk, Virginia

Flower Show: Noon – 3 p.m.
Plant Sale: Begins at 10 a.m.

Camellias are among the South's most treasured flowering shrubs, bringing color to gardens when many other plants are preparing for winter.

The Virginia Camellia Society hosts an American Camellia Society-accredited show featuring blooms entered by both experienced growers and newcomers.

Visitors can admire exhibition flowers, learn about camellia varieties, and purchase plants for their own gardens.

Information: American Horticultural Society – November Events

November 7–8 | Chrysanthemum Shows Across the Country

California and Oregon

Several regional chrysanthemum societies hold exhibitions during the first full weekend of November.

Participating locations include:

• Portland Chrysanthemum Society: Sunnyside Grange, Clackamas, Oregon, November 7–8.
• San Gabriel Valley Chrysanthemum Society: Los Angeles County Arboretum, Arcadia, California, November 7–8.
• Sacramento Chrysanthemum Society: Shepard Garden & Arts Center, Sacramento, California, November 7.

These exhibitions offer an opportunity to see the extraordinary results of traditional chrysanthemum cultivation, from enormous exhibition blooms to delicate sprays of flowers.

Information: National Chrysanthemum Society – 2026 Shows

Through November 15 | Kiku: Spotlight on Tradition

New York Botanical Garden — Bronx, New York

Dates: October 31 – November 15, 2026

The Japanese art of chrysanthemum cultivation takes center stage at the New York Botanical Garden.

Known as kiku, these flowers are trained over many months into extraordinary forms, including cascades, architectural arrangements, and the celebrated ozukuri, or thousand-bloom style.

The exhibition demonstrates how horticulture and artistic discipline can transform a familiar garden flower into something truly remarkable.

A special cultural weekend on November 7–8 includes Japanese taiko drumming and hands-on activities.

Information: New York Botanical Garden – Kiku

November 13–14 | National Fall Daffodil & Photography Show

Kimpton Overland Atlanta Airport Hotel — Atlanta, Georgia

Daffodils in November? Indeed!

The American Daffodil Society's National Fall Daffodil and Photography Show celebrates unusual autumn-flowering narcissus species.

Many of these plants originate in Mediterranean regions and North Africa, where their flowering seasons differ considerably from those of familiar spring daffodils.

The exhibition offers a rare opportunity to appreciate species seldom encountered in ordinary American gardens.

Information: American Horticultural Society – November Events

November 14–15 | GROWvember Fall Fest & Plant Sale

Mead Botanical Garden — Winter Park, Florida

Hours: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. daily
Admission and Parking: Free

Florida gardeners can enjoy one of the season's most inviting plant-shopping events at Mead Botanical Garden.

GROWvember brings together specialty nurseries, plant growers, garden organizations, and local vendors.

Plants offered include bromeliads, orchids, ferns, succulents, herbs, medicinal plants, houseplants, and native species attractive to pollinators.

Visitors can also enjoy live music, food trucks, children's activities, and other attractions.

The event includes a tree giveaway organized by Winter Park's Urban Forestry Department.

Information: Mead Botanical Garden – GROWvember

November 19–22 | Phoenix Chrysanthemum Show

Valley Garden Center — Phoenix, Arizona

The Phoenix Chrysanthemum Society presents its annual exhibition at Valley Garden Center.

Chrysanthemums can be particularly rewarding in regions where autumn temperatures are mild enough to support an extended flowering season.

The exhibition provides an opportunity to admire cultivated specimens and discover the possibilities of growing chrysanthemums in the desert Southwest.

Information: National Chrysanthemum Society – Chapter Shows

November 19 – December | Winter WonderLights

State Botanical Garden of Georgia — Athens, Georgia

Beginning November 19 on selected evenings, the State Botanical Garden of Georgia transforms into a sparkling nighttime landscape.

More than two million lights illuminate the gardens, creating a festive experience along a half-mile walking trail.

Visitors can enjoy illuminated displays, seasonal refreshments, and holiday activities.

A special season-premiere event is scheduled for November 12.

Advance ticket purchases are required.

Information: State Botanical Garden of Georgia – Winter WonderLights

November 21–22 | Autumn Garden Festival

Edison & Ford Winter Estates — Fort Myers, Florida

Hours: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

The historic winter estates of Thomas Edison and Henry Ford provide an especially appealing setting for this annual autumn garden festival.

Specialty plant vendors offer a broad assortment of tropical and subtropical plants, including orchids, bromeliads, palms, hibiscus, succulents, herbs, fruit trees, and unusual collector specimens.

Visitors can also enjoy live music and food vendors.

For gardeners interested in both horticulture and American history, this event offers an opportunity to combine two pleasures in one visit.

Information: American Horticultural Society – November Events

November 26 – January 3 | Season's Greenings: National Parks and Historic Places

United States Botanic Garden — Washington, D.C.

Admission: Free

The United States Botanic Garden welcomes the holiday season with an exhibition celebrating America's national parks and historic landmarks.

The 2026 display commemorates the nation's 250th anniversary with model trains traveling through miniature landscapes and architectural reproductions constructed from natural plant materials.

Featured landmarks include Mount Vernon, the Statue of Liberty, Yellowstone's Old Faithful Inn, and the Grand Canyon.

Visitors will also enjoy displays of poinsettias, evergreens, and seasonal decorations.

The exhibition continues through January 3, 2027, excluding Christmas Day.

Information: United States Botanic Garden – Season's Greenings

Make November a Month to Explore

Although November signals the approaching winter season, it is far from a quiet month in America's gardens.

From the disciplined artistry of Japanese chrysanthemums to the exuberant tropical plant sales of Florida, these events demonstrate that gardening is a year-round pleasure.

November is also an excellent time to visit botanical gardens, discover unfamiliar plants, meet fellow gardeners, and gather inspiration for the coming growing season.

Before traveling, consult the event organizers' websites for current schedules, admission information, and any weather-related changes.

Wherever your travels take you this November, make time to visit a garden. There is always something new to discover, even as the year draws toward its close.

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