Exciting Garden Events in Indianapolis, IN – August 2025
Indianapolis hosts a diverse array of engaging garden events this August, perfect for gardening enthusiasts, families, and those looking to explore local horticultural activities. Here’s a comprehensive list to help you plan your month of garden exploration and learning:
Cactus TerraGarden Workshop
Date & Time: Saturday, August 2, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Location: Alice’s Garden, 3205 West 71st Street, Indianapolis, IN
Details: Participants will create a miniature desert landscape in a hands-on workshop. All materials, including a 10″ clay dish, five cactus plants, and desert décor, are provided. The workshop is suitable for attendees of all experience levels.
Registration: Tickets are priced at $93 per person.
Caprese Safari
Date & Time: Saturday, August 2, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Location: Garfield Park Conservatory, 2505 Conservatory Drive, Indianapolis, IN
Details: Enjoy crafting your own caprese salad with garden-fresh tomatoes and basil. Mozzarella and crackers will be provided to complement your creation.
Admission: $2 per person
The Buzz about Beekeeping
Date & Time: Sunday, August 3, 2025, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Location: Garfield Park Conservatory, 2505 Conservatory Drive, Indianapolis, IN
Details: Meet the conservatory’s beekeeper to learn about bee biology and their vital role in gardens. Participants will also get to experience honey harvesting and sample fresh honey.
Admission: Free. Pre-registration is encouraged but not required.
Landscape & Lagers
Date & Time: Tuesday, August 5, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Indianapolis Cultural Trail (specific location provided upon registration)
Details: Join a volunteer session focused on maintaining the trail’s landscape. Tools, orientation, and beverages are provided. This event is open to individuals aged 21 and over.
Registration: Sign up through the volunteer calendar.
Cactus and Succulent Show
Date & Time: Friday, August 8 – Friday, August 22, 2025
Hours: Tuesday–Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sunday: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Garfield Park Conservatory, 2505 Conservatory Drive, Indianapolis, IN
Details: Explore an artistic display of cacti and succulents in collaboration with the Indianapolis Zoo’s Hilbert Conservatory and Newfield’s Elder Greenhouse, showcasing unique plant arrangements.
Admission: $6 per person; $14 per family (2 adults maximum; children 2 and under are free).
Little Green Thumbs
Date & Time: Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Location: Garfield Park Conservatory, 2505 Conservatory Drive, Indianapolis, IN
Details: Specifically designed for children aged 2–5, this program offers hands-on gardening activities in the Children’s Garden. Young participants will plant, nurture, and harvest crops, fostering early gardening skills.
Admission: $6 per child. Registration is required in advance.
Fermentation Station: Pickled Tomatoes
Date & Time: Saturday, August 23, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Garfield Park Conservatory, 2505 Conservatory Drive, Indianapolis, IN
Details: Discover how to make Turkish-inspired pickled green tomatoes, adding a crunchy and flavorful element to sandwiches and salads through a simple fermentation process.
Admission: $10 per person
Another Landscape & Lagers Session
Date & Time: Tuesday, August 26, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Indianapolis Cultural Trail (specific location provided upon registration)
Details: Participate in an additional volunteer session dedicated to trail landscape maintenance. Tool use, orientation, and beverages are included. This opportunity is for those aged 21 and over.
Registration: Register via the volunteer calendar link.
These upcoming events promise a delightful and educational experience for gardening lovers and curious visitors alike throughout August in Indianapolis. Whether you’re planting, learning about bees, or enjoying a craft or culinary activity, there’s something for everyone to enjoy in the city’s vibrant garden scene.
Author: STAFF HERE INDIANAPOLIS WRITER
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