Orchids Galore

Springtime is when two of Miami's most spectacular orchid shows take place. The grande dame, the 64th Miami International Orchid Show, happens February 26th to 28th at Doubletree Miami Mart near Miami International Airport. This is one of the most prestigious orchid shows in the world, featuring rare and exotic blooms from professional growers, extraordinary orchid displays, a juried awards competition, and thousands of orchids and related items for sale. At Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden the 8th Annual International Orchid Festival takes place march 12th to 14th. This show features over 10,000 orchid plants from more than 50 vendors. Garden workshops, walking tours and displays of rare orchid species in the American Orchid Society juried show are highlights of this show, which takes place at one of Miami's most beautiful outdoor spaces.