72°An Experience Designed by Nature
Northwest Indiana’s premiere outdoor venue for weddings, corporate retreats, live events, or just a quick escape from the chaos of modern life.
Upcoming Community Events
Sparkle & Joy Holiday Light Show
Friendship Botanic Gardens welcomes you to the Sparkle & Joy Holiday Light Show, from 4-8 p.m. Central on Friday, December 16th, Saturday, December 17th, and Sunday, December 18th. Tickets will be available at the door the day of the event. Kids ages 2-12 $2. 13 & over, $5. Mark your calendars for Michigan City’s new family holiday event – you will feel like you walked into a Hallmark holiday movie!
Haunted Trails and Family Fall Fest
We are so excited to bring back one of our most popular events of the year: Haunted Trails and Family Fall Fest! Come dressed in your best Halloween costume for an afternoon of family-friendly scares! Trick-or-treat our haunted trails, enjoy temporary tattoos and games! Main parking lot. 2:00-4:00 PM Central.
Sparkle & Joy Holiday Light Show
Friendship Botanic Gardens welcomes you to the Sparkle & Joy Holiday Light Show, from 4-8 p.m. Central on Friday, December 16th, Saturday, December 17th, and Sunday, December 18th. Tickets will be available at the door the day of the event. Kids ages 2-12 $2. 13 & over, $5. Mark your calendars for Michigan City’s new family holiday event – you will feel like you walked into a Hallmark holiday movie!
COUNTLESS WAYS TO EXPERIENCE NATURE ALONE OR WITH FRIENDS
Children's Garden
Exercise your child’s body and mind
Walking Trails
More than 3 miles of paved trails
Furry Friends
Bring your pet along for a walk
Fishing
Snag trout or salmon in Trail Creek
Cross Country Skiing
Miles of snowy paved trails
Birdwatching
The Gardens…it’s for the birds (too)
The wedding you’ve been dreaming about
With over 100 acres of landscaped and wooded areas for you and your guests to enjoy, weddings at The Gardens are truly magical.
Our wedding professionals take care of all of the details so you can focus on creating lasting memories.
Open to the public May 1st through October 31st
Hours
Tuesday – Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT
Monday: Closed to the public
Open weekends in November 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM CDT on days above 45° with no precipitation
The place for outdoor gatherings
Whether you’re interested in hosting your own private event or joining us for one of our highly regarded community events, The Gardens is Northwest Indiana’s destination for gatherings inspired by nature.
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Corporate Sponsors
We’re honored to receive support from our generous friends in the local business community!
Exclusive Access for Members
Members of The Gardens take advantage of unlimited year-round admission, World-class trout and salmon fishing on Trail Creek, discounts to over 200 American Horticultural Society Gardens, and much more.
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