Cultures in Bloom

About Cultures in Bloom

Celebrate the beauty of global traditions at Cultures in Bloom, a vibrant, family-friendly event that brings people together through the shared language of food, music, plants, and heritage.

Set against the picturesque backdrop of Little Smith Lake and Lake Lonnie, this immersive experience invites guests to explore cultural stations featuring botanical displays and engaging conversations with cultural representatives. Learn about plants significant to each culture, enjoy food available at the event, take in live performances at the Amphitheater, and discover the many ways nature connects us across continents.

Along the way, enjoy tastings of cultural foods and beverages—including botanical and alcoholic samples—representing countries from around the world. Each tasting earns a stamp in your event passport, with each stamp showcasing a culturally significant flower. It’s a unique and colorful way to mark your journey through the event.

Food trucks offering global cuisine will be set up near the Amphitheater, adding delicious variety and a festive rhythm to the day. Plus, your event ticket includes full access to explore the Garden’s breathtaking landscapes.

Passport/Ticket Tiers:

Choose Your Passport

As you journey through Cultures in Bloom, collect stamps in a beautifully designed event passport—each one a vibrant keepsake that celebrates global traditions through botanicals, beverages, and hands-on cultural experiences. Choose the passport that fits your adventure:

🌿 Green Sips Passport
All Ages Welcome
Perfect for guests of all ages, the Green Sips Passport includes 6 complimentary botanical samples, each representing a different culture. As you sip and explore, collect stamps featuring culturally significant flowers from each station. Full-sized beverages will be available for purchase at select locations.

• Garden Member: $19
• Non-Member: $32

🍷 Global Sips Passport
21+ Only
For guests 21 and older, the Global Sips Passport includes 12 curated samples—6 botanical and 6 alcoholic beverages—each paired to celebrate different cultures. This expanded passport offers 12 stamp spots, with a flower symbolizing each country. Full-sized beverages will also be available for purchase.

• Garden Member: $24
• Non-Member: $37

🌸 Junior Explorers Passport
Ages 15 and Under
Created just for kids, the Junior Explorers Passport offers a fun and educational way to experience the event. While this passport does not include beverage samples, children can engage in hands-on cultural activities at each station and earn colorful stamps as they go—each representing a flower from the culture they explored.

• Garden Member Child: $9
• Non-Member Child: $11

Why This Event Matters

At Huntsville Botanical Garden, we believe that nature has the power to connect us—not only to the world around us, but to one another. Cultures in Bloom is an expression of that belief: a day devoted to celebrating the rich cultural tapestry of our community through shared experiences rooted in nature, heritage, and joy.

By blending traditions with horticulture, and music with storytelling, this event nurtures curiosity, fosters understanding, and invites guests to explore the universal beauty found in our differences. It’s a moment to slow down, look closer, and appreciate how deeply connected we all are—no matter where we’re from.

This isn’t just a celebration—it’s a living, blooming reminder that diversity is something to be cherished and explored.

What To Expect

Here’s how your day of discovery will unfold:

🌍 A Global Garden of Taste
Your event passport opens the door to an exciting journey through beverage and botanical samples representing cultures from around the world. Full-sized drinks and dishes will be available for purchase from food trucks near the Amphitheater.

🎤 Performances That Move You
Soak in the sounds of global rhythms with live music and dance performances on the Amphitheater stage. It’s an unforgettable showcase of the energy and spirit of different cultures.

🌸 Interactive Cultural Experiences
Learn directly from cultural representatives, explore meaningful artifacts, and discover the role of plants in traditions from across the globe. Every station offers a new perspective and a chance to connect.

🌿 Garden-Wide Access
Beyond the cultural hubs around the lakes, guests are encouraged to wander and enjoy the Garden’s stunning landscapes and peaceful paths.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Inclusive and Family-Friendly
Designed for all ages and abilities, Cultures in Bloom is a welcoming space for families, friends, and curious minds of every kind. Accessibility is a priority—and fun is guaranteed.

Performances

Performances will take place on the Amphitheater stage at the following times:

• 1:05 p.m. – Filipino Heritage Group Dancers
• 1:15 p.m. – Blanca Maymi
• 1:50 p.m. – Latin Roots Folklore Dance
• 2:00 p.m. – African Drumming
• 2:30 p.m. – Latin Roots Folklore Dance (encore performance)
• 2:40 p.m. – Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA)
• 3:20 p.m. – Filipino Alabama Association Dancers
• 3:30 p.m. – Frank Caravella

Every visitor program at Huntsville Botanical Garden helps support our mission to connect people with plants in meaningful, inspiring ways.

Please note: Tickets are non-refundable.