Virginia Orchid
SHOW & SALE
Please join the Virginia Orchid Society in presenting the 2026 “Symphony of Orchids” Orchid Show and Sale at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden.
DATE & TIME
Friday, Feb. 27th: 1 – 5 PM, Vendor Sales 10 AM – 5 PM
Saturday, Feb. 28th: 9 AM – 5 PM
Sunday, Mar. 1: 9 AM – 3 PM
The orchid displays will be in the Garden Cafe inside the Robins Visitor Center, the sales and lectures in Kelly Education Center, and the art exhibit in the gallery of Robins Visitor Center.
This is an American Orchid Society (AOS)–sanctioned show, featuring AOS-judged competition exhibits from visiting societies, along with orchid sales, orchid-inspired artwork, educational presentations, and more.
SEE EXHIBITS OF AWARD-WINNING ORCHIDS!
At the heart of the 2026 VOS Orchid Show are competition exhibits judged by the American Orchid Society, where some of the finest orchids on display are evaluated by accredited judges. These exhibits showcase exceptional blooms, striking forms, and expert growing skill. Visitors have a chance to see award-worthy orchids up close and learn what truly sets the best plants apart.
Displays will be presented by these visiting orchid societies:
- Blue Ridge Orchids Society
- Charlottesville Orchid Society
- National Capital Orchid Society
- Peninsula Orchid Society
- Tidewater Orchid Society
- Triangle Orchid Society
BUY ORCHIDS FROM TRUSTED VENDORS!
Virginia Orchid Society Member Sales – Our own VOS members present their home-grown orchids and other plants, supplies, and books!
J&L Orchids – beautiful flowers – 10% discount for pre-orders made on their website by Tuesday, February 24 at 7 p.m.
580Pottery – Handcrafted hanging and self-watering planters.
Art by Karolyn Hawthorne: Local jewelry artist – Facebook & Instagram
Chadwick & Son Orchids – Richmond’s premier orchid supplier.
Orchid Classics – Classic, beautiful orchid species.
Ten Shin Gardens – Exotic and classic orchids from Taiwan.
Woodstream Orchids – MD orchid growers focused on Paphs and Phrags.
Quarter Acre Orchids – Orchid supplies from clear pots to potting mediums.
Free admission to show and sale. If you wish to visit inside the Garden, you must pay admission.