Glasgow Botanic Gardens Orchid Fair
Scotland's only annual orchid show and fair returns to Glasgow for its 27th year, promising a botanical feast for the senses and a unique opportunity to buy these wonderful plants to grow at home!
About Glasgow Botanic Gardens Orchid Fair
| 9th May 2026 to 10th May 2026 | |
| 10am - 5pm | |
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Glasgow Botanic Gardens 730 Great Western Road, Glasgow West End G12 0UE |
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| This is a free event | |
| Visit the event website here | |
| Facebook information can be found here | |
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Glasgow Botanic Gardens 27th Orchid Fair, Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th May 2026
Scotland’s only annual orchid show and fair returns for its 27th year promising a botanical feast for the senses and a unique opportunity to buy these wonderful plants to grow at home. Held in the historic Kibble Palace glasshouse, with the support of Glasgow City Council, the Scottish Orchid Society and the Friends of Glasgow Botanic Gardens. There will be displays of flowering tropical orchids by regional UK orchid societies.
Orchids and rarely-available tropical plants will be on sale from highly reputable and ethical British orchid nurseries and traders. Enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour at the Gardens, and get expert advice on growing orchids and tropical plants at home.
Entry to the Glasgow Botanic Gardens and the Orchid Fair is free of charge.
Please find full details of the Glasgow Botanic Gardens Orchid Fair and get in touch with the Scottish Orchid Society at
www.scottishorchid.org
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