Orchid Weekend

Saturday, February 7  & Sunday, February 8, 2026
Time: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Cost: FREE with your paid museum admission

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of orchids during Morikami’s Orchid Weekend. Stroll through our picturesque gardens and explore the remarkable beauty and diversity of these exquisite blooms. Enjoy the opportunity to engage with a carefully curated selection of orchid vendors, suppliers, as well as Japanese artisan and plant vendors, who will be available throughout the weekend to share their expertise.

Whether you are an experienced orchid enthusiast or a curious newcomer, this event offers the perfect opportunity to take home a stunning orchid or discover a unique addition to your plant collection!

2026 FEATURED VENDORS

Orchid Plant & Supply Vendors
*Vendor will also be presenting a lecture.

• Backyard Blooms, Margate, FL
• Bamboo Orchid & Garden Center, Davie, FL
• Bello Tropical Nursery, Homestead, FL
• Lady Vanda Orchids, Homestead, FL
• Laurel Orchids, Jupiter, FL
• OFE Orchid & Supply, Homestead, FL
• Orchids In Bloom – Apopka, FL
• Quest Orchids, Miami, FL
• Sierra Madre Orchids, Homestead, FL
• Soroa Orchids, Homestead, FL

Lectures in the Garden
(next to the vendors)

• To Be Announced

Japanese Plant Vendors

• Bonsai Brothers – Loxahatchee, FL
• Hiko Bonsai – South FL
• Kazumi Gardens – The Villages, FL (Selling Kokedamas)

Japanese Artisan Vendors

• Yoshino Art –  (selling Sumi-e art – featured artist in the museum store)

Orchid Jewelry & Accessories Vendors

• Orchidique – (selling handcrafted orchid-themed fine jewelry and accessories)

Food & Beverage Vendors

• Akiko-ya (Japanese Sweets) – South Florida
• Kona Ice (Frozen Ice) – Delray Beach, FL

Vendors

Interested in vending at the 2026 event? Please email Lisa Niven at [email protected] with your company’s details.

Saturday, February 7, 2026

Family Fun Day: Paper Orchids

Craft activity for kids of all ages

Time: 11 am – 3 pm
All Family Fun Days are FREE* with paid admission
No reservations needed

Celebrate Orchid Weekend at the Morikami and make your own paper orchids to take home.

DEMONSTRATIONS IN THE MORIKAMI THEATER

The Way Of Tea: Sado Demonstration

Observe Japanese sado, an ever-changing demonstration rich in seasonal subtleties. Your involvement in the true spirit of sado — harmony (wa), reverence (kei), purity (sei), and tranquility (jaku) will help you bring a calm perspective into your busy life.

Times: 12 pm & 1:30 pm

Price: $5 per demonstration with paid museum admission