Summer Flower Show: Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland
This summer at Phipps, fall down the rabbit hole! Explore a whimsical wonderland of iconic characters, fascinating features and bizarre botanicals.
Summer Flower Show: Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland invites you to journey down the rabbit hole for an unforgettable adventure! With beloved story book scenes brought to life in each room, Phipps provides a wonderful experience for all.
This fantastic show bursts with colorful interactive elements, topiary creatures, unique foliage and so much more. Prepared to be wowed by this extraordinary experience all summer long!
Exhibit Features
- Watch an animated Alice fall down the rabbit hole in the oversized magic mirror in Palm Court as your adventure begins;
- Look up at the giant tree to see a mischievous cheshire cat surrounded by brilliant begonias in pink, orange and yellow;
- See topiary characters like the dodo, gryphon and mock turtle displayed among cascading fountains;
- Marvel at a showstopping sculpture of captivating kaleidoscopes and disjointed mirrors in the Victoria Room;
- Join the Mad Hatter for a terrific tea party in the East Room as colorful teacup planters hold gorgeous pink, purple, yellow and green blooms;
- Visit the evil Queen of Hearts decked out in dried plant material in the South Conservatory as card soldiers guard her magnificent castle;
- Stroll among a marvelous variety of mushrooms, bugs and flowers, both massive and miniature, in the Serpentine Room;
- And much more!
Curiouser and Curiouser Events at Phipps
This summer's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland show has inspired some whimsical new events! Stay tuned for tickets, event features and more.
Queens of Hearts Royal Tea | Sun., June 7; 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. and 2 - 3:30 p.m.
Spend your Sunday sipping terrific tea in the gorgeous glasshouse! This elegant event will provide tasty treats and beverages set against the beautiful botanical backdrop of Phipps.
Wonderland Family Fun Night | Fri., July 10; 5 - 8 p.m.
Enter the magical world of wonderland as you journey through fascinating features throughout the Conservatory. Guests can enjoy game stations, circus acts, pot-a-plant, spin art and Alice in Wonderland-inspired temporary tattoos!
Brunch with Alice in Wonderland | Sun., Aug. 9; 10 - 11:30 a.m.
Gather your little ones for an unforgettable brunch filled with storytelling, singing and dancing! Attendees will have the chance to enjoy fantastic food as they meet and take pictures with Alice herself.
Summer Flower Show: Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, designed by Associate Director of Exhibits Jordyn Melino, runs May 16 – Sept. 27.
Photos © Paul g. Wiegman and Paul Vladuchick
More Events You’ll Enjoy
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Plant Sale at Phipps Garden Center
Fri., May 1; Noon – 6 p.m. and Sat., May 2; 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Plants, books, crafts and more are waiting for you at Phipps Garden Center! Peruse our curated collections to find that perfect item for your home. -
Play Farmers’ Market
NOW OPEN
Come to Phipps' Play Farmers' Market where children can interact with toy food, shopping carts and cash registers!
