Join us for a full day of autumn fun at the Garden’s Fall Festival, a seasonal celebration for all ages! Enjoy live music and performances on the Lawn Garden throughout the day, including an awe-inspiring magic show, dazzling hula hooping, and lively juggling acts. Little ones will love exploring hands-on activities like bubble art, papermaking, seed planting, and more!
Plus, shop our Fall Plant Sale to find a unique variety of houseplants, native plants, and spooky seasonal favorites from the Garden along with a selection of local vendors. Adults can unwind in our Beer & Wine Garden, featuring local pours and a special anniversary craft brew.
Whether you’re here for the plants, the performances, or just the festive fall vibes, there’s something for everyone!
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Discover the art of papermaking! You’ll learn how to create beautiful, handmade paper using raw materials harvested from the Garden. Explore how nature’s textures and colors can be transformed into one-of-a-kind works of art.
10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Shop a diverse selection of houseplants, native plants, and seasonal favorites from our Fall Plant Sale — including some spooky picks perfect for fall! The sale will feature plants propagated right here at the Garden, along with a variety of offerings from local vendors.
10 – 10:30 a.m. & 11 – 11:30 a.m.
Join Encinitas bubble designer Alan Kler on the Lawn Garden as he shares this whimsical spectacle, combining technical skill with a sense of wonder.
11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Sip, relax, and celebrate. Enjoy a selection of craft beers and red and white wines and unwind in the beauty of the Garden. This year, we’re raising a glass to 55 years, and you’re invited to be among the first to try our special anniversary beer, brewed in collaboration with our neighbors at Fox Point Brewing Co.
10:30 – 11 a.m. & 12 – 12:30 p.m. (two shows)
Don’t miss this fast-paced, magic show packed with illusions, comedy, and audience participation! Enjoy mind-bending tricks, vanishing acts, and interactive moments that amaze kids and adults alike.
11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. & 12:30 – 1 p.m.
A high-energy act blending dazzling hula hoop tricks with impressive juggling! Whimsical, fun, and full of surprises—perfect for audiences of all ages.
1 – 3 p.m.
Soak in the sounds and spirit of the season with high-energy live music! Known for a unique blend of sounds described as “gumbo jazz” and “vintage swing”, Billy Lee has performed for audiences around the world. His upbeat music and high-energy performance is perfect for all ages to dance to. Pack a picnic, grab a drink, and get ready to dance!
Stop by Hamilton Children’s Garden for hands-on fun for curious young gardeners and budding artists alike, including Seed Planting from 10:30 to 12:30 p.m.