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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 20h

We are one week away from the highly anticipated All-European Show & Shine! Get ready to hit the gas and drive over to the garden on Sunday, October 11 from noon to 3 p.m. to see a variety of vintage and luxury European vehicles on display at the north end of the garden.

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Make the most of your weekend and join us for the final day of this year’s Japanese Ambience Festival. Come soak in the sights, sounds, and flavors of Japanese culture before the festivities wrap up today at 4 p.m. All activities are included with garden admission or membership.

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Our Wicked Plants exhibit is officially back just in time for spooky season. Come meet some of nature’s most notorious plants, known to poison, paralyze, and otherwise offend. These sinister specimens will be on display through October 31.

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

The Japanese Ambience Festival is officially underway! Join us for this exciting weekend that celebrates the beauty of Japanese culture, arts, food, people, and more. Activities and performances will be going on throughout the day. Come enjoy the festivities from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Tickets are now on sale for Spooky Spirits! Join us on Friday, October 23 from 6 to 10 p.m. for this 21+ night full of spooktacular cocktails, ghoulish garden games, wicked plants, and bone-chilling entertainment. Get tickets at lauritzengardens.org/spooky

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Something wicked this way comes… get ready to explore the dark side of nature in our Wicked Plants exhibit, open October 3 through 31.

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Fly on over to Sofia's Play Garden October 10 from 10 a.m. to noon for a fang-tastic program celebrating the amazing bats of Nebraska. Learn where they live, what they eat, and why they're so important to our ecosystems. Included with garden admission. No registration required.

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

The schedule for this year’s Japanese Ambience Festival is here! Plan your visit and view event highlights at: lauritzengardens.org/japanese-ambience-festival All activities are included with general garden admission or membership.

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Amp up your fall plans with some live music in the garden! 🎵 We still have two concerts left this season, with André Vander Velde taking the stage October 7 and Heidi Henry closing out our outdoor concerts series on October 21. Learn more at lauritzengardens.org/concerts

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Rainy days don't have to be spent at home. Come explore our vast indoor plant collection featuring species from around the world in the Marjorie K. Daugherty Conservatory. Open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the front desk or online at lauritzengardens.org/tickets

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

We are gearing up for the All-European Show & Shine, October 11 from noon to 3 p.m. Come see a variety of vintage and modern makes and models staged against the beauty of the early fall garden, take photos, and talk with the car owners and other car lovers.

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Today is the last day to shop the Lauritzen Gardens Antiques & Design Show! Stop by from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and come find your next favorite treasure. Tickets to shop the show are included with general garden admission and can be purchased at lauritzengardens.org/tickets

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Celebrate the history, people, food, and culture of Japan at the annual Japanese Ambience Festival at Lauritzen Gardens, October 3 and 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come experience taiko drumming, sumo demonstrations, koto music, bonsai, tea ceremonies, and MORE! Full schedule: bit.ly/4hGNp2E

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

THIS WEEKEND ONLY! The Lauritzen Gardens Antiques & Design Show is officially underway, with more than 25 exhibitors from across the country filling the garden with beautiful antiques, art, furniture, jewelry and home décor. We’re open today and tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Need weekend plans? This your sign to treat yourself to some good old retail therapy at the Lauritzen Gardens Antiques & Design Show. Open Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets to shop the show are included with general garden admission or membership.

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

The wait is over! The annual Lauritzen Gardens Antiques & Design Show is officially open. Come shop fine furniture, jewelry, home and garden décor, paintings and more to support your public garden. Open September 25 to 27 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets are included with general garden admission.

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

From vintage trinkets and designer pieces to handcrafted furniture, you never know what you’ll find at the Lauritzen Gardens Antiques & Design Show. Come explore this unique shopping experience featuring over 25 exhibitors. September 25 to 27 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day.

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Summer may be over, but we’ve still got a few more notes to hit. 🎶 Join us on Wednesday, October 7 from 6 to 8 p.m. as folk singer-songwriter Andre Vander Velde brings his soulful sound to our next Outdoor Concert at the Oasis. Reserve your tickets at: bit.ly/4yGWvCq

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

The first day of fall is here and hundreds of mums have started making their way out to the garden (with a few already beginning to bloom!). Visit us at 100 Bancroft Street this season to see their vibrant color and watch how they transform the garden in the coming weeks.

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

The Lauritzen Gardens Antiques & Design Show is happening this week, bringing more than 25 exhibitors from across the country to Omaha. Come spend the weekend shopping antiques, art, jewelry, furniture and more. September 25 through 27 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day.

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Join us October 3 and 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for a weekend full of traditional Japanese activities, games, art, music, food, and more at the Japanese Ambience Festival. Admission to the festival is included with your garden ticket or membership. Stay tuned for a full schedule of activities!

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

All aboard for a fun garden adventure! Visit our model railroad garden to watch tiny train cars and trolleys zoom through lush landscapes, past historic model buildings, and travel along the tracks of an enchanting miniature railway. Running daily through October (weather permitting).

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Get ready to find your next treasure at the highly anticipated Lauritzen Gardens Antiques & Design Show, open September 25 through 27 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Come browse an extraordinary collection of antiques from over 25 exhibitors from across the country.

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Mark your calendars because the Japanese Ambience Festival returns next month! Join us October 3 and 4, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. as we celebrate Japanese culture. This festival will feature a weekend full of traditional Japanese activities, games, food, art, and performances.

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

The best garden memories are made together. 💚 Watch their little minds at work, share a smile, and enjoy a day of hands-on play and discovery at Sofia’s Play Garden. Open daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the front desk or online at lauritzengardens.org/tickets.

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Amp up your mid-week plans with a concert from award-winning blues artist Hector Anchondo! He’ll be at the garden tomorrow from 6 to 8 p.m. for our next Outdoor Concert at the Oasis. Don’t miss out! Get your tickets at ow.ly/uPX150ZGfFW

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Give this summer the encore it deserves with good vibes, great scenery, and live music in the garden! Award-winning blues artist Hector Anchondo will be performing at our next Outdoor Concert at the Oasis September 9 from 6 to 8 p.m. Get tickets: ow.ly/CpJ750ZGf46

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

Tomorrow is the LAST day to visit Dinosaurs Around the World: The Great Outdoors. Come see our prehistoric pals one final time before they head back to the past! Get tickets at lauritzengardens.org/tickets Included with garden admission and free for members. Produced by The Imagine Team.

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

This Labor Day from 5 to 8 p.m., bring your furry friend for a walk through the garden during Leashes at Lauritzen. With so many beautiful blooms, fellow dog-lovers, and 100 acres of garden to explore, it's a paw-some way to celebrate the holiday weekend.

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Enjoy the long weekend with a trip to the gardens! Our door will be open this Labor Day from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., with Sofia’s Play Garden open from 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Pups are also welcome from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday evening for Leashes at Lauritzen. We hope to see you here.

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

There’s only one weekend left to explore the roaring reptiles of Dinosaurs Around the World: The Great Outdoors. Catch this larger-than-life exhibit before it goes extinct on September 7. Get tickets at lauritzengardens.org/tickets Produced by The Imagine Team.

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Join us on Wednesday September 9 from 6 to 8 p.m. as award-winning blues guitarist and singer, Hector Anchondo brings his signature sound to the next Outdoor Concert at the Oasis. Reserve your tickets at: lauritzen.ticketapp.org/portal/prod…

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Don’t let your chance to see the dinosaurs become ancient history! 🦕 There’s only one week left to see Dinosaurs Around the World: The Great Outdoors. Stomp your way on over before September 7. Get tickets at lauritzengardens.org/tickets Produced by The Imagine Team.

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Start your engines, because the All-European Show & Shine is returning in just two weeks! Join us on Sunday, September 13 from noon to 3 p.m. to see a lineup of vintage and luxury European vehicles among the beautiful scenery of the gardens. Included with garden admission.

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

Make your Monday a little more pawsome with a scenic dog walk at Lauritzen Gardens! With only three days left of Leashes at Lauritzen this year, now is the time to bring your favorite floof. Monday nights through September 14 from 5 to 8 p.m. (Yes, that includes Labor Day!)

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

Need an excuse to get outside? We've got 13 of them. 🦖 Explore Dinosaurs Around the World: The Great Outdoors and meet life-sized, animatronic dinosaurs from across the globe. Get tickets at lauritzengardens.org/tickets On display through September 7. Produced by The Imagine Team.

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

There’s a lot to see in a 100-acre garden, and the people mover is here to help you save a few steps. Hop aboard this free shuttle-like service that will drive you to the middle of the garden and back. Running daily from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (except on concert nights).

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Feeling the mid-week stress? Take a moment to reset with our wellness programs at the garden. From outdoor yoga and sound bathing to tai chi and cacao ceremony meditations, there are plenty of ways to recharge your mind and body. Browse our programs and register here: ow.ly/hTt450ZFh3J

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Last call to catch tickets for our Outdoor Concert at the Oasis featuring Women of Rock! Come hear the amazing powerhouse vocals of this talented group as they perform classic rock hits from 70's and 80's female artists. 🗓️Wednesday, August 26 from 6 to 8 p.m. 🎟️Tickets: ow.ly/R6en50ZAEN6

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

A bunch of rose mallow (𝐻𝑖𝑏𝑖𝑠𝑐𝑢𝑠 𝑙𝑎𝑠𝑖𝑜𝑐𝑎𝑟𝑝𝑜𝑠) are opening up in the color burst bed. These large, white flowers can reach 3 to 6 inches in diameter and have a striking red center that is a welcome sight for hummingbirds. Come enjoy its beauty on your next visit!

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Update! Due to construction, garden hours on Tuesdays will return to 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. starting September 1. Monday hours will remain 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. through September 14. We appreciate your understanding as we work to improve your public garden.

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Shift your plans into high gear and come see the All-European Show and Shine on Sunday, September 13 from noon to 3 p.m. This annual event showcases a variety of vintage and luxury European cars and motorcycles among the lush landscape of the gardens.

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

The dog days of summer are coming to a close, with only four Mondays left of Leashes at Lauritzen! Bring your furry friend and join us for a paws-itively wonderful walk through the garden from 5 to 8 p.m. Included with paid garden admission or membership.

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

Take the scenic route this weekend and come enjoy a day of nature play in Sofia's Play Garden! Open daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (extended hours until 7 p.m. on Mondays and Tuesdays). Tickets can be purchased at the front desk or in advance online at lauritzengardens.org/tickets.

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Looking for a larger-than-life adventure? Check out Dinosaurs Around the World: The Great Outdoors for a roaring good time at Lauritzen Gardens! Now through September 7. Produced by The Imagine Team. Get tickets at lauritzengardens.org/tickets.

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

If you’ve never visited our model railroad garden, consider this your sign to chug on over! 🚂Come admire little locomotives zoom as they zoom through lush landscapes. Running daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., extended hours until 7 p.m. on Mondays and Tuesdays. 📸Ariel Panowicz

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Are you ready to make some noise? 🎤 Let’s get loud as we welcome Women of Rock to our next Outdoor Concert at the Oasis on August 26 from 6 to 8 p.m. Get tickets: ow.ly/coZA50ZAzBC

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Behind every smiling guest, blooming flower, and garden event are the volunteers who help make it all happen. Whether you're a plant lover, people person, or simply want to give back, we’ve got a place for you here. Explore volunteer opportunities and grow with us: lauritzengardens.org/volunteer

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Dino-mite discoveries await at Lauritzen Gardens! See Dinosaurs Around the World: The Great Outdoors now through September 7. Produced by The Imagine Team. Tickets can be purchased at the front desk or online at lauritzengardens.org/tickets.

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Lauritzen Gardens @lauritzengardens.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

The Victorian garden is having its summer glow up.✨ Bright blooms, fun textures, and lively pollinators make this garden worth a wander. Come take it all in and explore over 20 other themed areas across the garden. Get tickets at: lauritzengardens.org/tickets.

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