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Heathcote's Fall Garden Fest Has It All, Coming October 16th & 17th

September 15, 2021

Gardeners and plant lovers mark your calendar to celebrate Heathcote’s 35th Annual Fall Festival on October 16 -17, 2021. Presented by the Heathcote Botanical Gardens, the festival includes a variety of plant and flower vendors, garden supplies, garden arts & crafts, children’s activities, refreshments, food, demonstrations, and more. Visitors will gain insights into conservation efforts that can be used in their home gardens as well as other garden-related instructions.

Admission is free during the weekend festival, but donations are always accepted! Vendor space for garden supplies & services, landscapers & a variety of displays are still available. Please contact 772-464-4672 for further information. 

Heathcote is located at 210 Savannah Road, between Indian River Drive and U.S. Highway One in Fort Pierce, Florida 34982. Festival hours are:

  • Saturday, October 16th, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Sunday, October 17th 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Presentations and activities will take place during the Fall Garden Fest for both adults and children. The children's activities will take place in the Children’s Garden. Some of the activities and presentations for the children will be by The Academy of Future Teachers Club of Indian River State College. The adult presentations will take place at the Bonsai Pavilion. Pruning advice, butterfly information, bonsai advice, and more will be shared over the 2-day event.