Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden: Garden Fest

GardenFest Key West 2025 at Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden

Nature enthusiasts and families will delight in the 22nd Annual GardenFest Key West: The Green Market Place 2025, hosted at the Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden on Saturday, March 8, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM EST. Located at 5210 College Road, Key West, FL, this beloved event offers free admission and showcases the garden’s exceptional beauty, diverse flora, and eco-friendly products.

Attendees can explore a vibrant market featuring rare and native plants, orchids, ornamental shrubs, and unique arts and crafts. Vendors from the Garden’s Native Plant Nursery and others will provide an extensive selection of plants suitable for both home and business gardens. Supporting native plant species benefits local wildlife, including birds and butterflies, while reducing the need for fertilizers, pesticides, and extensive irrigation.

Activities include docent-guided tours twice throughout the day, offering visitors historical and ecological insights into the Garden’s two wetland habitats, butterfly gardens, and state-champion trees. Families are encouraged to visit the Children’s Nature Corner, participate in science-based activities, or explore the interactive musical instrument area.

Guests can also enjoy refreshments ranging from specialty coffee drinks and Italian ice to sandwiches and snacks. The Garden’s bartenders will serve adult beverages, cocktails, sodas, and water. Additionally, attendees can participate in a silent auction, 50/50 raffle, and browse displays from conservation-focused organizations showcasing eco-friendly and up-cycled products.

Celebrating its 89th anniversary in 2025, the Key West Botanical Garden Society continues to offer this cherished community tradition. For event details or vendor participation, contact the organizer at (305) 296-1504 or via email at mmcrae@keywest.garden or co-organizer Mary Chandler at maryc47743@gmail.com.

Don’t miss out—experience the ecological richness, artistic charm, and historic beauty of GardenFest Key West 2025!

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