Author Archives: Tracy Micciche

Glass in Flight 2, Now – May 12, 2024

EXTENDED THRU MAY 12, 2024 Experience an amazing outdoor sculpture exhibit of larger-than-life flying insects/birds hand-crafted into 28 works of art with Dalle de Verre glass and steel. Created by nationally known sculptor, Alex Heveri, each piece captures the essence of flight.  Sunlight through the colored glass mimics the transparency and iridescence of insect wings, intensifying the illusion of movement ... Read More »

Family Exploration Day, April 20, 10:00 a.m.

FAMILY EXPLORATION DAY Saturday, April 20, 2024 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Join us for a family fun day celebrating Glass in Flight 2! Families will discover some interesting facts about insects and participate in crafts centered around the amazing artwork in the Gardens. There is a special butterfly hunt with a map to help guide you to finding all ... Read More »

Movie Night, May 3, 8:30 p.m.

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Episode IXFriday, May 3, 2024 Gardens open at 7:00 p.m., Movie time 8:30 p.m. Experience an outdoor movie in Orlando’s most beautiful garden. Pack a picnic and seating, alcohol is permitted. Dress up in your favorite Star Wars gear. This movie is rated PG13, weather permitting. Tickets are only available online. Please arrive 30 ... Read More »

Story Time, May 6, 10:00 a.m.

Presented by: Share stories, songs and fun with your little one.  This is a free indoor event for families with newborns to preschool age children. Story Time Schedule 10:00 – 10:15   Infants up to 18 months 10:20 – 10:35  Toddlers, 18 months – 2 years old 10:40 – 11:00  Preschoolers, 3 – 5 years old Read More »

National Public Garden Day, Friday, May 10

Celebrate National Public Garden Day Friday, May 10, 2024 Come celebrate National Public Garden Day with us. Public gardens are a special place that maintain plants for the purpose of education and enjoyment and what better way to enjoy this day than to explore and learn about the Gardens with the talented Horticulture Team. A series of “Conversations in Bloom” ... Read More »

Mother’s Day, May 12, 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

The Gardens Celebrates Moms! Sunday, May 12, 2024 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Enjoy this special day with your mom in Orlando’s most beautiful garden. Explore the amazing art of Alex Heveri’s Glass in Flight 2, an outdoor exhibit of larger-than-life flying insects and birds. Each piece captures the essence of flight. The exhibit weaves together the beauty of art ... Read More »

Story Time, June 3, 10:00 a.m.

Presented by: Share stories, songs and fun with your little one.  This is a free indoor event for families with newborns to preschool age children. Story Time Schedule 10:00 – 10:15   Infants up to 18 months 10:20 – 10:35  Toddlers, 18 months – 2 years old 10:40 – 11:00  Preschoolers, 3 – 5 years old Read More »

Father’s Day, June 18

Leu Gardens Celebrates Dads! Enjoy this special day with your dad in the beautiful gardens.  FREE Admission for Dads, Sunday, June 16, 2024.  Stroll the winding pathways and discover all the amazing fairy doors hidden in the Gardens. Pack a picnic of your dad’s favorite foods and enjoy the Gardens. Garden Admission: $15 adult and $10 child (4 – 17 ... Read More »

Story Time, July 1, 10:00 a.m.

Presented by: Have fun with stories, songs and fun with your little one.  This is a free indoor event for families with newborns to preschool age children. Story Time Schedule 10:00 – 10:15   Infants up to 18 months 10:20 – 10:35  Toddlers, 18 months – 2 years old 10:40 – 11:00  Preschoolers, 3 – 5 years old Read More »

Community Forum, April 15, 2024

Join us to share your ideas and thoughts for the Gardens new strategic plan. Harry P. Leu Gardens is developing a new strategic plan that will help guide and shape our future. You’re invited to join us in a community forum session to share your thoughts, ideas, and perspective about the Gardens strategic priorities and opportunities. Whether you’re a long-time ... Read More »