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Art in Bloom 2026
Visitors can experience dozens of works from the Museum’s collection imaginatively interpreted by the region’s most talented floral designers at Art in Bloom, the Saint Louis Art Museum’s annual celebration of flowers and fine art. In addition to the floral arrangements, the festival includes special ticketed events, family activities, dining, and shopping.
Art in Bloom is presented by Bank of America.
Check back soon for additional details.
Schedule of Events
Thursday, February 26
6–9 pm
Be among the first to see the artful interpretation of Art in Bloom at the Preview Party. Tickets are required for the Preview Party.
Friday, February 27
8–10 am
Members can enter before the Museum opens to the public during Member Hours.
9 am–5 pm, Throughout the Museum
Talk to our volunteer educators stationed throughout the galleries during Let’s Talk Flowers.
10 am–noon, Sculpture Hall
Enjoy hands-on art making and special floral activities during Toddler and Me.
11 am–8:30 pm, Sculpture Hall
Enjoy drinks and snacks from a cash bar in Sculpture Hall amid the special installation by New York–based floral-experience designer Rachel Cho.
6–8 pm, The Farrell Auditorium
New York City–based floral designer Rachel Cho will arrange flowers and answer questions during a free demonstration.
Saturday, February 28
8–10 am
Members can enter before the Museum opens to the public during Member Hours.
11 am–4 pm, Throughout the Museum
Talk to our volunteer educators stationed throughout the galleries during Let’s Talk Flowers.
6–9 pm
Avoid the daytime crowds by attending Flowers After Hours, a limited-capacity experience on Saturday evening. Tickets are required for Flowers After Hours.
11 am–4:30 pm, Sculpture Hall
Enjoy drinks and snacks from a cash bar in Sculpture Hall amid the special installation by New York–based floral-experience designer Rachel Cho.
Sunday, March 1
8–10 am, Members Only
Members can enter before the Museum opens to the public during Member Hours.
11 am–4 pm, Throughout the Museum
Talk to our volunteer educators stationed throughout the galleries during Let’s Talk Flowers.
Noon–4 pm, Sculpture Hall
Bring the whole family for floral-inspired art activities and a scavenger hunt through the galleries.
Art in Bloom dining options
The Cafe serves soups, salads, sandwiches, and snacks. Eat at the Cafe or take food to the Garden View Lounge to relax, recharge, and enjoy views of the Blanke Sculpture Terrace. The Cafe closes one hour before the Museum closes.
Panorama Restaurant will have a special set of dining events during Art in Bloom. Their regular menus and seating options will not be available during the festival.
Sips and Snacks
Friday, February 27, 5–8 pm
Enjoy a limited menu featuring stations with cheese and charcuterie boards, small plates, and a wine and spirits station.
Afternoon Tea
Friday, February 27 | 10 am to 2 pm
Saturday, February 28 | 10 am to 2 pm
Sunday, March 1 | 10 am to 2 pm
Enjoy classic afternoon-tea service with an assortment of delicious sweet and savory pairings at Panorama Restaurant
Parking and Museum shuttle
Art in Bloom parking is also available near Forest Park’s Dennis & Judith Jones Visitor and Education Center and at the Upper Muny parking lot. Visitors who park there can ride a free shuttle to Art in Bloom. The shuttle will run from Friday, February 27 through Sunday, March 1, and visitors can ride it from 30 minutes before the Museum opens until one hour after the Museum closes.