Calendar
April 2025
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Spring Flower Show: A Bloom for Every Room
March 22 – April 20
Soak up vivid colors and delightful fragrance! Each room is dedicated to a different signature spring bloom in this year's edition of Phipps' Spring Flower Show. -
Tropical Forest Panama
NOW OPEN
Embark on a spectacular journey through the lush vegetation and vibrant culture of Panama, the incredibly biodiverse land bridge connecting North and South America, in our immersive new Tropical Forest Conservatory exhibit. -
Make the Switch at Phipps! Green Power Drive
Daily, noon – 5 p.m. with occasional evening hours
Switch your home electricity to 100% green power while visiting our Tropical Forest Conservatory and you can receive a free Phipps membership! -
Adult Education at Phipps
See description for dates and times
Peruse our offerings for an exciting variety of fun and enriching programs on gardening, culinary arts and more to let your inspiration grow this season. -
Story Time
WEDNESDAYS; 10:30 A.M. AND 1 P.M.
Kids will love visiting Phipps to listen to our storyteller weave tales about gardens, animals and other fun topics. Open to the first 40 ticketed participants (whether children or guardians) and must be booked in advance using our online ticketing system.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED -
Spring Flower Show Member Night
Wed., April 9; 6:30 – 9 P.M.
Phipps members: Join us for a free, private viewing of Spring Flower Show: A Closer Look as a special thank you for your dedicated support throughout the year. -
Nature Talks: Inspiring Ideas and Community Conversations
Wed., April 9; 7 p.m.
Phipps’ new virtual speaker series features leading voices from across the country to grow your understanding of our natural history and future vision for Pittsburgh. -
Spring Tulip Night at Phipps
Fri., April 11
Enjoy an evening out at Pittsburgh's Spring Flower Show! The first 300 people to arrive at 5 p.m. or later receive a complimentary potted tulip! -
Tropical Forest Panama Festival
Sat., April 12; 11 A.M. – 3 P.M.
Join us for a celebration of the culture, plants and animals of Panama! Enjoy children's activities and live entertainment, learn about plants native to Panama and more, free with Phipps admission. -
Sensory Inclusive Time
Sun., April 13; 9 a.m.
In collaboration with the Autism Connection of Pennsylvania, join us for a sensory friendly visit to Phipps' Spring Flower Show: A Bloom for Every Room! -
Used Bulb Sale
Thurs., April 17, 3 – 6 p.m.; Sat., May 3, 9:30 – 11 a.m.
Take a piece of Spring Flower Show home with you by participating in one of our annual sales. Come early for the best selection! -
#bioPGH: Science Table Talks: Making Earth Day Every Day!
Sat., April 19: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Tropical Forest
Join Dr. Maria Wheeler-Dubas to explore some easy ways to make a big impact on the planet! -
Virtual Members-Only Education Class: Introduction to Botanical Art and Illustration
Wed., April 30; 6 – 7 p.m.
Join us for our members-only education program where you will learn all about botanical art and illustration! -
Play Farmers’ Market
Now Open
Come to Phipps' Play Farmers' Market where children can interact with toy food, shopping carts and cash registers! -
Ikebana International Exhibit
Now Open
In this recurring exhibit in our Welcome Center Gallery, view gorgeous floral displays courtesy of the Ikebana International Pittsburgh Chapter. -
Planets Earth
Now Open
A dynamic exhibit at the Center for Sustainable Landscapes addresses the pressing environmental issues of our time and proposes a new way of thinking about how to solve them.
