Orchid shows are a fabulous way to see lots of orchids in bloom, meet experts and other enthusiasts, and even see some orchids you never knew existed!
Here is a list of the 2025 shows and events in the surrounding region – many you could make into a day trip! Also included will be the occasional large national/international show, for those who want to travel further afield. Most will have vendors as well, if you find yourself in need of a few more plants…
- Virginia Orchid Society Show– Asheville, NC
- February 28 – March 2, 2025
- Located at the North Carolina Arboretum, 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville, NC 28806
- 2025 Asheville Orchid Festival – Asheville, NC
- March 28th – 30, 2025
- Located at the North Carolina Arboretum, 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville, NC 28806
- South Carolina Orchid Society Show – Columbia, SC
- April 25 – 27, 2025
- Located at the Garden Clubs of Greater Columbia, 1605 Park Circle, Columbia, SC 29201
- Raulston Blooms – Raleigh, NC
- April 26, 2025
- Plant sales, outdoor activities, talks & education, and lots of fun at the JC Raulston Arboretum
- Free for JCRA members and college students with college ID, $5.00 for nonmembers, $10.00 per family
- Triad Orchid Society Show – Winston-Salem, NC
- May 9 to 12, 2025
- Located at the Caine Conservatory in High Point University, 1 N University Parkway, High Point, NC 27268
- Our own Triangle Orchid Society Show -Fall for Orchids
- September 12 – 14, 2025
- Located at JC Raulston Arboretum, 4415 Beryl Rd, Raleigh, NC 27606
- Fall Auction and Potluck at Lake Crabtree Park
- October 4, 2025
- … stay tuned for more future events.
If you are looking for shows to visit across the country or even internationally, check out the American Orchid Society’s Events Listings.
