Illustration of tiny clay musicians playing on a hay stage among pumpkins, bunting and striped booths in autumn (Fall Flower Show: Alice's Adventures in Autumn)

Fall Flower Show: Alice's Adventures in Autumn

Visitors encounter classic Alice in Wonderland characters set among intricately grown chrysanthemums in a wide variety of shapes, colors, and sizes. Displays include the Cheshire Cat’s cobweb-draped tree with cascading yellow blooms in Palm Court, a Mad Hatter's Tea Party turned festive autumn feast with flying crows, and larger-than-life ladybug topiaries in the Serpentine Room. The exhibit also highlights chrysanthemum obelisks surrounding the Sunken Garden and colorful blooms in shades of orange, bronze, and gold.

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When

Tickets

Adults $21.95; seniors and students $19.95; children ages 2–18 $13.95; members and children under 2 free.

Hours

9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. daily; Fridays until 10 p.m.

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Oakland

Going?

Location

Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens · One Schenley Park, Pittsburgh, PA 15213-3830 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (1/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (4/5)

Best For

Families and flower enthusiasts

Vibe

Whimsical and autumnal

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Tips & Advice

  • Reserving your tickets in advance saves time upon arrival.
  • Visit on a Friday to take advantage of extended evening hours until 10 p.m.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Members enter free.
  • The fall show continues the Alice in Wonderland theme from the summer show, with added fall and spooky details.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What kinds of displays and characters are featured in the show?

The exhibit features scenes inspired by Lewis Carroll's story, including the Cheshire Cat's tree in Palm Court, the Mad Hatter's Tea Party fall feast in the East Room, and three larger-than-life ladybug chrysanthemum topiaries in the Serpentine Room.

What types of chrysanthemums are on display?

The show highlights chrysanthemum obelisks, unique disbud and cascade varieties, and blooms in shades ranging from pink and purple to bronze, gold, and orange, including varieties never before available to the public.

Who designed this year's show?

The show was designed by Laura Schoch, Phipps Senior Plant Procurement, Recording and Design Associate.

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