Illinois Orchid Society Fall Show and Sale

October 12 - 13, 2024
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Chicago Botanic Garden, 1000 Lake Cook Rd., Glencoe, IL 60022

See hundreds of rare and unique orchids from the private collections of the top growers in four states compete in 130 competition classes in the longest-running amateur orchid exhibition in the Chicago area.

For 72 years, the Illinois Orchid Society has brought the allure and mystery of the orchid world out from the glasshouse and into plain view for the public.

The Illinois Orchid Society Show is free, and does not require a ticket beyond your Chicago Botanic Garden admission and parking.

Shop for orchid plants and supplies from our network of commercial growers and collectors.

Reserve your timed entry to the Chicago Botanic Garden in advance.

**The Illinois Orchid Society Fall Show & Sale is one weekend only, so be sure to select October 12th or 13th.

Highlights from Past Orchid Shows

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Are you interested in selling orchids and orchid supplies, or entering plants into the competition at the Illinois Orchid Society Show at the Chicago Botanic Garden? Register by Monday, September 23rd to be a part of the magic.