Plan Your Day

October 18, 2025
Colonial Lake (Rutledge Avenue and Broad Street, Charleston, SC)
9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Don’t miss our full slate of interactive experiences that will take place throughout the day in the scenic ten-acre park at Colonial Lake. Learn what to grow in your own garden at our docent led activation stations, relax on a bench, listen to music and take in the beauty of the garden, or purchase plants for your garden or books for your personal garden library.

Full details & schedule coming soon!

  • Ribbon Cutting

    Celebrate the public opening of the new gardens at Colonial Lake! City officials, key supporters and Conservancy staff will greet you as we open the festival.

  • Inspiration Stations

    Dive into the world of gardening with Charleston Parks Conservancy’s expert horticulturists and garden docents. This is your chance to gain insider knowledge and practical advice for growing a thriving garden. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned green thumb, don't miss this exciting opportunity to chat with the pros and take your gardening skills to the next level!

  • Garden Bookstore & Author Signings

    “If you have a garden and you have a library, you have everything you need.” - Cicero

    Buxton Books will offer a selection of inspiring gardening, design, and lifestyle books curated by our expert speakers. Get your book personalized and meet renowned authors at dedicated book signings throughout the day. Full schedule coming soon!

  • Art in the Garden

    Relax and enjoy soft music, watch a plein air artist work their magic, learn the tips and tricks of garden photography with your phone or watch a topiary come to life at our many artist activations throughout the day.

    Full schedule coming soon.