Floral Show & Event Schedule

Hours, Admission, Map

Show Schedule and themes subject to change without notice.
The Floral Show Dome closes for about two weeks between shows to prepare for the next display. The Tropical and Arid Domes remain open during this period.

 

In the Floral Show Dome 2009 

See the making of a show

Jan. 8, 2009, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Music Under Glass

Jan. 15, 2009, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Music Under Glass

Jan 17 through March 22, 2009 
Lego Land - Model Railroad Show  
G-scale trains travel through a land of Legos. Small and miniature plants create the landscape. Special exhibits and demonstrations. Train hobbyists will be on hand to answer your questions.

 See past model railroad shows

 2009

 Lego Land
 2008    Gulliver's Travels
 2007  Last Train to Toon Town 
 2006  This Land is your Land 


Jan. 22, 2009, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Music Under Glass


Jan. 24, 2009, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Chinese New Year Celebration
Spend the day exploring Chinese culture.

 

Jan. 29, 2009, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Music Under Glass

Jan. 30, 2009, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Restaurants Under Glass
An evening to savor! Fine food samples, live music, and more. 
Special rates apply. 

 

Feb. 5, 2009, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Music Under Glass

Feb. 12, 2009, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Music Under Glass

Feb. 14, 2009, 6–10 p.m.
Be My ValentineChocolate Fine Desserts
Enjoy a romantic evening with your valentine.
Special rates apply.

 

Feb. 19, 2009, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Music Under Glass

Feb. 26, 2009, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Music Under Glass

Feb. 28 through March 1, 2009
Collectible Train Lobby Display & Layout
This year's show features a variety of model train layouts from the smallest models (Z scale) to trains that are large enough for children and adults to ride!

  

March 5, 2009, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Music Under Glass

March 8, 2009, 2 p.m.
Winter Excursion concert by the Milwaukee Concert Band
Selections include American Overture for Band, Don't Rain on my Parade from "Funny Girl," pieces from The Sound of Music, and more.

March 12, 2009, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Music Under Glass

March 15, 2009, noon–5 p.m. 
Irish Family Day at the Domes
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day at this family-focused special event. Enjoy live Irish music, Irish set dancing, and learn about the culture and crafts of Ireland. Regular Admission and food & beverage fees.

 

March 19, 2009, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Music Under Glass

 

March 23 through April 3, 2009
The Show Dome is in transition. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the making of
Spring in Yorkshire: An English Garden

 

March 26, 2009, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Music Under Glass

Sat., March 28, 2009, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Dare to Be Aware, An Awareness & Inner Healing Fair
Channeling, Expressive Arts, Fitness, FREE Demonstrations, Holistic Health, Personal Development, Wellness Products, Workshop Offerings

April 4 through May 25, 2009
Spring in Yorkshire: An English Garden

 See past spring shows:

 2008

Appalachian Springtime
 2007 Miss Spider's Garden
 2006 The Secret Garden


Sat., April 18, 2009, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Bird Fest Migrates to The Domes
Learn about our fine feathered friends. Details to come! 

 

Tue, April 21, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Business After Hours
Network with members of the Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce while enjoying "Spring in Yorkshire." Visit the MMAC website for details.

Sat., May 2, 2009, 9 a.m.-8 p.m
Green Living Festival
Learn about "green" programs. Pick up a conservation tip or two, and learn more about "green" products. Learn how you can help protect the environment.


Sun., May 10, 2009
Mother's Day
Treat your mother or grandmother to a visit to the Conservatory and use the blossoming backdrop of "Spring in Yorkshire" for family photos. Buy mom a sweet treat and flowers to celebrate the day. 

 

May 26 through June 5, 2009
The Show Dome is in transition. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the making of Summer in Provence: A View of the French Countryside

June 6 through Sept. 13, 2009
Summer in Provence: A View of the French Countryside

 See past summer shows:
 2008 No summer show due to facility improvements
2007 Past Times in The Parks - A Centennial Celebration
2006 Whimsical Garden

Sun., June 21, 2009
Father's Day
Take Dad for a trip around the world in a single afternoon.

 

Sept. 14 through Sept. 25, 2009
The Show Dome is in transition.Get a behind-the-scenes look at the making of Fall Haunts

 

Sept. 19 & 20, 2009, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 
Fall in Love with Orchids - Fall Orchid Show – with the Wisconsin Orchid Society
The weekend is all about orchids. See world-class displays. Get advice from expert growers. Purchase items with orchid themes. . . or orchids themselves!
Learn more at the
Wisconsin Orchid Society website

 

Sept. 26 through Nov. 8, 2009 
Fall Haunts

 See past fall shows:
 2008 Enchanted Autumn
2007 Past Times in The Parks - A Centennial Celebration Continues 
2006 Autumn Reflections

 

Thurs., Oct. 1, 2009, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Music Under Glass

Thurs., Oct. 6, 2009, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Music Under Glass

 

Thurs., Oct. 8, 2009, 6-9:30 p.m.
Rainforest Night
Explore our "Tropical Rainforest" guided only by the light of your flashlight!


Thurs., Oct. 8, 2009, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Music Under Glass

Thurs., Oct. 13, 2009, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Music Under Glass


Thurs., Oct. 15, 2009, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Music Under Glass

Oct. 17 & 18, 2009, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 
Ikebana Show – Japanese flower arranging
Discover the world of Ikebana. The show begins at noon.

 

Thurs., Oct. 20, 2009, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Music Under Glass

Thurs., Oct. 22, 2009, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Music Under Glass

Thurs., Oct. 27, 2009, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Music Under Glass

Thurs., Oct. 29, 2009, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Music Under Glass

 

Nov. 9 through Nov. 20, 2009
The Show Dome is in transition. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the holiday show

Nov. 21, 2009 through Jan. 3, 2010 
  - Holiday Show
This show features Swedish, Danish, Finnish, and Norwegian holiday and traditional customs.
See a Norwegian cottage, Dala horses, Danish Nissen (gnomes) and more!

See past holiday shows

2008
 God Jul - Scandinavian Holiday Show
2007  Holiday on the Village Square 
2006  Peace on Earth
 

December 2009
Holiday Musical Performances
Take in a variety of performances celebrating the season. For schedule information, call (414) 649-9830.

 

Dec. 31, 2009, 6-10 p.m.
New Year's Eve at the Domes
Join us under The Domes as we usher in the New Year at this family-fun event. See the holiday floral show, listen to live music, and enjoy the antics of comedians and magicians. Food and drink available for purchase. Special Event Fee. For more information, call (414) 649-9830.

 


Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory (The Domes)
524 S. Layton Blvd., Milwaukee, WI 53215
(414) 649-9830

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