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2025 Free Wawa Summer Fun Days at Bok Tower Gardens

Receive free admission to Bok Tower Gardens on these summer 2025 dates

By Alison Ellis May 7, 2025

This summer, Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales, Florida is once again partnering with Wawa to provide the public with Wawa Summer Fun Days! These days offer free admission to Bok Tower Gardens, providing families with the opportunity to explore this National Historic Landmark. The whole family will find something to enjoy at these Gardens! 

Event Details

  • 2025 Dates: May 29, May 30, June 26, June 27, July 24, July 25, August 28, and August 29 
  • Hours: 8 am - 5 pm 
  • Cost: Free admission, but pre-registration is required
  • Other important information: Free admission is limited to 4 visitors per registration. Each person must have a ticket to enter. Total admission for the day is limited due to capacity.  


Click here to register for Wawa Summer Fun Days!


What to Expect

Bok Tower Gardens is renowned for its beauty, serenity, and iconic Singing Tower. It is a family-friendly destination, with features for young and old alike to enjoy. 

  • Hammock Hollow Children's Garden: This whimsical space includes a splash pad area, sand play area, climbing structures, a performance stage, and more! Watch our feature reel here. 
  • Olmsted Gardens & Nature Trails: Stroll through beautifully curated gardens and scenic trails while you keep an eye out for wildlife. 
  • The Singing Tower: Experience the Carillon bells that chime throughout the day. 

Tips for Your Visit

  • Remember, you must pre-register for Wawa Summer Fun Days. 
  • Check the weather before you go. Florida summer weather means heat, humidity, and possible thunderstorms. 
  • Bring the essentials for a day outdoors. Don't forget your sunscreen, hats, and comfortable walking shoes. Outside food and beverages are allowed on site. 
  • There are mobility carts for rent on a first-come, first-served basis. 
  • For other information, visit Bok Tower Gardens' FAQs

Other Ways to Get Free Admission

  • Mother's Day, May 11, 2025: Free admission to all moms. 
  • Father's Day, June 15, 2025: Free admission to all dads. 
  • AHS Reciprocal Admission Program: If you have membership to an American Horticultural Society Garden, you can receive free reciprocal admission to Bok Tower Gardens. Some of the nearby gardens that are part of the AHS include McKee Botanical Garden, Heathcote Botanical Gardens, and Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens. Click here to view a full list of participating gardens. 

Wawa Summer Fun Days at Bok Tower Gardens offer an opportunity for families to connect with nature, enjoy quality time with each other unplugged from technology, and create lasting memories - all without the cost of admission! Make sure you mark your calendars and pre-register to secure your free tickets.