A three-day celebration of rare blooms and global growers returns to South Dade this fall! The Redland International Orchid Festival takes place October 16 through 18 at Fruit & Spice Park in Redland.
For nearly 30 years, the festival has been a bucket-list event for orchid collectors and hobbyists, bringing together leading growers, specialty vendors and avid fans for a weekend devoted entirely to the art and science of orchids. Visitors can browse and purchase distinctive specimens directly from respected growers, often discovering unusual varieties not easily found elsewhere.
Highlights include a judged bench show evaluated by American Orchid Society judges, where flowering plants compete for ribbons and prestigious quality awards. Members of the public are encouraged to enter their own flowering orchids for competition, with plant registration on Thursday, October 15, from noon to 2 p.m.
Advance ticket purchasers are automatically entered into raffles featuring orchid plants, crafts and supplies, with additional drawings held on-site Sunday afternoon. Set against the lush landscape of Fruit & Spice Park, the festival offers a relaxed environment to explore, learn and take home a piece of orchid culture.
