Come see one of the finest displays of fall foliage color on the west coast. RSBG large collection of Japanese maples, deciduous azaleas, and other deciduous species never fails to produce a huge range of bright colors right before we head into the dark and grey of winter. It’s your last chance for outdoor color until next spring! Don your favorite October-themed outfit to compete for garden prizes in a light-hearted costume contest, enjoy sweet and frothy drinks, warm and spicy food, and partake in all manner of growing things. Join a garden tour, plant talk, or search for the perfect spot to take that quintessential fall photo. Pop-up vendors Botanica and Prism Gardens Nursery will feature their cultivated collections. After a day spent exploring and creating new memories, guests can dig-in to a savory dish from Thai-u-up food truck before heading to the Gift Shop for unique garden gifts and books. The Pacific Bonsai Museum, located across the courtyard from the Rhody Garden, is also celebrating their bonsai’s fall foliage on Saturday. For those looking to enjoy nature, the Rhody Garden and the Pacific Bonsai Museum offer the perfect space to forest bathe, explore miles of trails, or just sit and enjoy the magic of the fall season. Admission is FREE! More info: Fall Foliage Festival 2023 | RSBG Event and Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden (rhodygarden.org)
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