Capital Region Flower & Garden Expo
Drawing nearly 17,000 attendees each year, the Expo has become a must-visit destination for gardening enthusiasts, landscapers, and families looking for inspiration and entertainment.
What is the Capital Region Flower & Garden Expo?
Step into a world of blooming beauty as you explore over 16,000 square feet of dazzling garden displays. Designed by local landscape professionals, these exhibits transport visitors into vibrant backyard paradises, featuring lush shrubs, colorful flowers, ornamental trees, tranquil ponds, and cascading waterfalls. Whether you’re seeking design ideas for your own garden or simply want to immerse yourself in a floral wonderland, the Expo promises a feast for the senses.
What to expect at the Capital Region Flower & Garden Expo
A Unique Marketplace Experience
The Flower & Garden Expo Marketplace is a shopper’s paradise, offering an incredible selection of gardening and outdoor living products. With over 190 exhibitors, attendees can browse everything from houseplants, fresh-cut flowers, bulbs, and seeds to garden tools, pottery, patio furniture, and floral-themed artwork. There’s also a variety of handcrafted jewelry, nature-inspired home décor, and specialty items that make for perfect gifts. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, you’ll find everything you need to bring your outdoor space to life.
Informative Seminars & Live Demonstrations
For those eager to learn, the Expo offers over 50 hours of expert-led seminars and hands-on demonstrations throughout the weekend. Topics cover a range of gardening and landscaping insights, including sustainable gardening techniques, pollinator-friendly plantings, container gardening, and proper pruning methods. With presentations from horticulture experts, master gardeners, and local professionals, visitors can take home valuable knowledge and practical skills to enhance their own gardens.
New York State Wine & Spirit Tastings
Adding a flavorful touch to the weekend, attendees can enjoy wine and spirit tastings from New York State wineries and distilleries. This popular feature of the Expo allows guests to sample and purchase locally produced wines, ciders, and spirits—perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring the floral displays and marketplace.
When is the Capital Region Flower & Garden Expo?
The Capital Region Flower & Garden Expo will be open during the following hours:
Friday, March 28 – 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Saturday, March 29 – 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Sunday, March 30 – 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
The event will be held at the McDonough Sports Complex at Hudson Valley Community College, located at 80 Vandenburgh Avenue (Route 4), Troy, NY 12180.
Tickets for the Capital Region Flower & Garden Expo
Tickets can be purchased at the door for $17 per day, while advance online tickets are available for $15. For those looking to experience the Expo all weekend, a three-day pass is offered for $37. Children under 10 years old can attend for free with a paid adult. A portion of each ticket sold benefits Wildwood Programs, supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, learning disabilities, and autism.
Take Amtrak to the Capital District Garden & Flower Show
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