2023 Taste of the Gardens Admission Tickets

Taste of the Gardens returns to Wellfield, August 27, 2023, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. - please join us for Michiana's tastiest outdoor event of the summer!

Thanks for purchasing admission and/or Food & Drink tickets for Taste of the Gardens, at the beautiful Wellfield Botanic Gardens in Elkhart, IN, presented by the Elkhart County Convention and Visitors Bureau

Adults 13 and up must purchase admission tickets. For children 12 and under, please choose the applicable child admission ticket (they are complimentary, but still need a ticket).

Enter quantity(s) for each price type.

Food & Drink tickets are sold in packs of 5 ($10) or 10 ($20); Skip the lines inside and purchase your food/drink tickets in advance! Tickets purchased in advance must be picked up at the admission tent. Food items are priced by the vendors at 1-3 tickets (or $2-$6) each. All food and drink ticket proceeds go to the food vendors!

Tickets are valid for admission to and/or Food & Drinks at Taste of the Gardens on Sunday, August 27, 2023 11 a.m.- 6 p.m.

Tickets will be available for purchase at the gate when you arrive, if you need extras. Tickets are not refundable for any reason. If you're unable to use your tickets, you are welcome to gift them to someone; just forward your confirmation email to them to use. This event will go on rain or shine, so please dress for the weather!

Please note, Wellfield member discounts do not apply to Taste of the Gardens. Your purchase furthers our mission! Thanks for supporting Wellfield.

Admission

Discounted Group

Volunteers

 

Horticulture - Adult

Yoga in the Gardens

Welcome to Yoga in the Gardens 2022!

Classes are held on:

  • Wednesdays through September from 6-7 p.m. with yogi Meryl Pax
  • Saturdays through September from 9:15-10:15 a.m.; Saturdays in October from 10:15-11:15 with yogi Barbara Naranche

PLEASE NOTE when purchasing a 10-Class Punch Card, register for the date you wish to pick up (or begin using) your 10-Class Punch Card. Punch cards may be used at any yoga, tai chi or yoga nidra guided meditation class offered at Wellfield Botanic Gardens during the 2022 season (they expire November 1, 2022). Punch cards are good for one class registration per card holder, per date of yoga class. Punch cards are valid only for the named card-holder, and are non-transferable and non-refundable.
**MEMBERS - - to receive your member discount (applies to 2 tickets only), you MUST register/sign in first; see red buttons at top of this page. Enter quantity(s) for each price type, add your registration information, and you will see your member discount on the second page, which reduces the price(s) of your chosen price types. **

School Field Trip

Groovin' in the Gardens - Advance Tickets

PLEASE NOTE: Presale discounted tickets end at 3 p.m. on the date of the concert.

Live music performances provide the soundtrack to magical evenings at Wellfield Botanic Gardens’ Groovin’ in the Gardens – Summer Concert Series presented by Center for Hospice Care. The concert lineup features an eclectic assortment of music by popular artists of the area and beyond.

Parking is plentiful at the large lot at the NE corner of Main/Simonton; from there, it's a short walk (about 100 yards) to our Visitors Cottage. Our lot is ADA only; placard or plate required.

Gates open at 6 p.m., concerts begin at 7; bring your own chair and claim your space, then stroll the beautiful garden trails before enjoying the concert.

Food and beverages are available for purchase onsite; you are welcome to bring your own food, as well. Alcoholic beverages may not be brought into the Gardens. Ticket pricing includes admission to the Gardens and the special opportunity to enjoy Wellfield after hours. There are NO TICKET FEES for purchasing online!

Bird Walks

**If you are buying MULTIPLE tickets, please fill out only 'Registrant 1' information, then click the check box(es) by "Register later" for EACH other registrant. Thank you.**

**Wellfield members - - to receive your member discount, you MUST register/sign in first; see red buttons at top of this page. Enter quantity(s) for each price type, add your registration information, and you will see your member discount on the second page, which reduces the price(s) of your chosen price types. **

If you are a member at an AHS participating reciprocal garden, please register for the bird walk in person at our Visitors Cottage. Reciprocal privileges are extended to up to 2 adults named on your membership card.

We hope you enjoy your visit!

Private Tour

Special Event Setup

Thanks for registering for Bonsai in the Gardens! We're looking forward to a great show this year.

If you have any questions about your setup or space, please email info@wellfieldgardens.org, or call 574-266-2006 ext 101.

Timed Admission


Thanks to support from the Community Foundation of Elkhart County, we are able to offer free admission to Elkhart County residents (up to a $10 value per person) on Tuesdays from April-December!

NOTE: if you are not an Elkhart County resident, or do not provide proof of residency, you will be subject to admission fees.

Please choose the date you'd like to visit (in teeny tiny print, it will say "other dates"; click that to choose future dates), and enter your information to save your spot!

You can arrive any time that day (no need to arrive right when we open) up until our last admission for the day, which happens 30 minutes before we close. All guests must exit the Gardens by closing time, no exceptions!

Applicable Days/Hours:
Jan-March: 12-5 p.m., (Sundays, weather permitting, last admission 4:30 p.m.)
April-October: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (Tuesdays, last admission 5:30 p.m.)
November-December 17: 12-5 p.m. (Tuesdays, last admission 4:30 p.m.)

When you arrive at our Cottage, you'll show your email confirmation "ticket" (it's fine to show it from your phone) and proof of Elkhart County residency for all adults in your party to gain free admission. Anyone who does not show proof of residency will be subject to admission charges.

OK, now for the fine print:
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Food may not be brought in to the Gardens.
- Lawn chairs may not be brought in to the Gardens. We have plenty of benches to rest on!
- Bags are subject to search.
- Photography permits are required for posed & commercial photography.
- Dogs are not allowed in the Gardens, unless they have a registration, which can be purchased as an add-on to a human Wellfield membership. Ask our staff for more info!
- Smoking/vaping is not allowed anywhere on our property.
- Running, sports equipment, scooters or bikes are not allowed in the Gardens.

If you enjoy your visit, please consider making a donation to the Gardens. Ask our staff or volunteers how! Donations support our mission and help us continue providing a quality experience for all.

As always, Wellfield members receive free general admission every day. WELLFIELD MEMBERS DO NOT NEED TO REGISTER. Please have your membership card & ID ready to show our staff & volunteers. We may not always recognize you!

Don't want to have to register in advance, and want to save on tickets to our events and classes, and visit other Gardens for free? Consider a membership! Just ask our staff what your options are, or click here: Become a Wellfield member!

Thanks for supporting Wellfield! 

Flat Rate Ed Program