PHS Philadelphia Flower Show
A staple in Philadelphia since 1829, the annual Pennsylvania Horticultural Society (PHS) Philadelphia Flower Show — the nation’s longest-running horticultural event — typically draws tens of thousands of people to the city each year.
One of the city’s can’t-miss annual events, the show brings together hundreds of florists, landscapers and designers who create wondrously eye-catching displays that celebrate the majesty of horticulture.
This year, the spectacular display runs from March 4 to 12, 2023, returning indoors to the Pennsylvania Convention Center for the first time since 2020.
The theme for 2023: “The Garden Electric,” showcasing vibrant designs from diverse creators and immersing visitors in 360-degree displays meant to mimic the feeling of being outdoors.
Beyond the garden displays, the Flower Show hosts a major juried competition in horticulture and floral arranging, as well as tons of gardening talks and demonstrations, special events, a sprawling market, live performances, and plentiful food and drink options.
In its return indoors to the Pennsylvania Convention Center, the 2023 PHS Philadelphia Flower Show features a brand-new layout, inviting guests to view and interact with gardens and flowers up close as they stroll through a winding promenade.
This year’s event also features some of the largest gardens in its history, with several creators designing immersive, 360-degree floral scapes that range in size from 2,200 to 2,900 square feet.
In addition, visitors can expect:
Tours & Experiences
A leisurely stroll through the elaborate Flower Show is always a memorable experience.
— Photo courtesy Pennsylvania Horticultural Society
Visitors looking for a little more can put the (ahem) petal to the metal with a number of special tours and interactive experiences:
For more details on the exhibits, experiences and events at the 2023 Flower Show, click the button below.
Tickets for the 2023 Philadelphia Flower Show can be purchased online or at the door. Any-day tickets cost $43.50 for adults, $30 for students (ages 18-24 with valid student ID) and $20 for children (ages 5-17). There are also a number of special ticket packages for families.
For those coming in from the suburbs, the Pennsylvania Convention Center is easily accessible via the connected Jefferson Station. Take any SEPTA regional rail line to the station and follow signs for the Convention Center, then take the escalator up to the Grand Hall entrance on the second floor.
SEPTA’s Market-Frankford Line drops commuters one block south of the Convention Center’s Arch Street entrances via the 11th Street or 13th Street stations. Riders on the Broad Street Line can get off at City Hall and walk two blocks east on Market Street to enter the Convention Center between 11th and 12th streets.
Plenty of parking is available in garages around the Convention Center too.
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