Conservatory Crossing at Garfield Park Conservatory
About This Event
Step into a magical winter wonderland at Garfield Park Conservatory's Conservatory Crossing. This enchanting holiday display features a brilliant showcase of poinsettias, a charming model train and village, and thousands of twinkling lights. Families can enjoy a festive scavenger hunt and special weekend events, including visits from Santa Claus. It's a perfect escape to a tropical paradise decked out for the holidays.
Features
- A festive holiday train and poinsettia display set within the tropical environment of the conservatory.
- Thousands of twinkling lights creating a magical atmosphere for visitors of all ages.
- Special weekend events including Santa visits and themed storytimes.
- Marvel at a brilliant display of poinsettias throughout the conservatory.
- Explore a charming model train and village setup, intricately decorated for the holidays.
- Admire thousands of twinkling lights that transform the conservatory into a winter wonderland.
Parking Information
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Tips for Visiting
- Arrive early on Santa visit days, especially December 14th, as lines can be long and the event is drop-in only.
- Consider visiting on a Sunday evening for 'Evenings at Conservatory Crossing' to experience the lights until 8 PM.
- If you're not interested in seeing Santa, plan your visit after 1 PM on December 14th to avoid crowds and pay regular admission for the full display.
- Preschoolers can enjoy a special 'Train Tales' event on December 9th or 10th for an interactive learning experience.
- Tickets are purchased at the door only; cash or physical credit cards are accepted. No online sales or pre-reservations are needed for the main display.