A Very Merry Garden
Visitors can explore the full botanical garden alongside holiday-themed experiences, including a Reindeer Roundup and writing letters to Santa. On select dates and times, guests can enjoy storytime with Mrs. Claus and meet Santa Claus himself. Seasonal treats such as gingerbread cookie decorating and a hot cocoa bar are also available onsite.
What to Expect
Holiday family fun with Santa and seasonal activities in the botanical garden.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Coral Gables
Organizer
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
Food & Drink
Gingerbread cookie decorating and a hot cocoa bar are available for purchase onsite.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with young children
Vibe
Festive and family-friendly
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
$$
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Members receive free tickets when they log in. Adult tickets start at $24.95; seniors (65+) are $17.95; children ages 3–11 start at $11.95; children ages 0–2 are $0.00. Gingerbread cookie decorating and the Hot Cocoa Bar are available for purchase onsite. – Get tickets
- Hours: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Tips & Advice
- Members should log in to the ticket portal before booking, because that's how they get their free Very Merry Garden tickets.
- Pick your visit date and time when you book, then have the emailed e-tickets ready to show when you arrive at the Garden.
- If your e-tickets don't arrive after booking, check your spam or clutter folders before you head out to the Garden.
- Bring extra spending money if the kids want to decorate gingerbread cookies or visit the Hot Cocoa Bar, since both are sold separately onsite.
- Storytime with Mrs. Claus and visits with Santa only happen on select dates and times, so book around them if meeting them matters to you.
Special Events & Promotions
- Storytime with Mrs. Claus on select dates and times
- Meet Santa Claus in the Garden on select dates and times
- Members get free tickets by logging in when they book
- Gingerbread cookie decorating and a Hot Cocoa Bar, sold separately onsite
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Frequently Asked Questions
What holiday activities are included with admission?
General admission covers the whole Garden plus the Very Merry Garden experience. That includes the Reindeer Roundup, Letters to Santa, and storytime with Mrs. Claus on select dates and times.
Can the kids meet Santa?
Yes. Santa Claus is in the Garden on select dates and times.
Is there food or drink?
A Hot Cocoa Bar and gingerbread cookie decorating are both sold separately onsite.
How do our tickets work?
When you book, you choose a date and a time for your visit. Your confirmation and e-tickets come by email, and you show the e-tickets when you arrive.
Who is it for?
It's built around family-friendly holiday activities. Ticket types cover adults, seniors 65 and up, children 3 to 11, and little ones up to age 2.
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