*Early closings apply to the Wonderland Express exhibition only. Click here for Garden grounds hours.
'Tis the season for family fun! Join us at the Garden for Wonderland Express, an annual holiday extravaganza featuring magnificent model trains, magical and glittering indoor snow, and meticulously crafted Chicago landmarks in miniature. Plus, see intricate ice carvings and hear beautiful music from carolers.
Bring the smartphones and video cameras, as our holiday exhibition delights children and parents, friends and families. Kids, look for Thomas the Tank Engine!
Fantastic figures emerge as ice sculptors set up shop outdoors, with blocks of ice, chainsaws, and carving tools. Watch their progress with two carving sessions, snow or shine. Bundle up the kids—they love watching the snow fly in the courtyards of the Regenstein Center.
It wouldn't be the holidays without music. Indoor caroling makes Wonderland Express sing.
Free to all ticketed guests, enjoy holiday classics in Alsdorf Auditorium.
Special offer for ComEd customers.
Buy your parking in advance for faster entry.
Special Offer for ComEd Customers: Buy one ticket, get one free!
Find a one-of-a-kind creation for your front door. Holiday wreaths handmade by Chicago Botanic Garden staff members are on display—and for sale—in the Greenhouse Gallery.