CINCINNATI FLOWER SHOW presented by Provident Bank
FACT SHEET
National Acclaim
•Named ‘the king of all flower shows’ – Better Homes & Gardens Magazine (March, 2002)
•Recognized as one of the top 10 great Flower Shows in the U.S. – USA Today (Feb. 21, 2003)
•The only North American Flower Show endorsed by the Royal Horticultural Society
Overview: Staged on the banks of glorious Lake Como at historic Coney Island in Cincinnati, the Cincinnati Flower Show celebrates 15 years as one of the premier flower & garden events in the world, where hundreds of landscapers, designers and artists join together to create this world-acclaimed event.
Theme: Exhibitors take inspiration from great works of art in ‘A Living Canvas.’
Dates
Tuesday, April 20 - Opening Night Gala 6:00 pm -10:00 pmWednesday, April 21 11:00 am - 8:00 pm (*Friends Preview: 9:00 am - 11:00 am) Thursday, April 22 - Saturday, April 24 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sunday, April 25 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Venue Lake Como at Coney Island, with handicapped accessibility, rest areas, concessions and parking.
Attendance 65,000+ visitors during the five days of the Show
Admission Adults at the Gate: $16.00 Children 3-12: $3.00
Advance Purchase Adults: $12.00 Tickets are good for any day
Advance general admission tickets available beginning March 15 at all area Kroger stores and Provident Bank locations
By phone at 513-872-5194 or 1-800-670-6808 (long distance). Order on-line at www.cincyflowershow.com
Show Features
Grand Marquee:
Dozens of rich and colorful landscaped gardens and plant collections combine to make up this spectacular open-air pavilion.Splendid Spaces:
Infinite possibilities abound in eclectic displays blending imagination with flowers in one-of-a-kind conceptions such as ‘Floral Notes’ and ‘Fragrant Slumber.’Professional Floristry:
Classic, contemporary and cutting-edge designs by the region’s top floral designers take root.
Dramatic Table Settings:
Glamorous, opulent and imaginative tablescapes are taken to new heights.Small Gardens:
Window Box gardens create a kaleidoscope of color on an enchanting streetscape and Container Gardens dress up drab corners with diverse themes such as ‘Creative Cook’ and ‘Games People Play.’Marketplace:
The newly expanded Plant Market showcases traditional garden favorites and the latest plant varieties, and theGardener’s Market features more than 130 horticulture-related vendors.
Ask the Experts:
Country Living Gardener Magazine hosts a daily forum with gardening experts to share tips and answerquestions.
Children’s Village:
A miniature village overflows with flowers and fun for the tiniest gardener!Artists’ Studio:
The expanded Artists’ Studio is a must-see exhibit which provides inspired garden sculpture designs bydistinguished regional artists for the formal as well as the casual garden setting.
Show Events:
•Opening Night Gala: This special 15 year anniversary kick-off celebration for the Flower Show benefits the Wellness Community of Cincinnati, which provides support and education to those affected by cancer.•Distinguished Lecture Series:
Esteemed horticulture masters, P. Allen Smith, Parker Andes and Ron Morgan, share their expertise with audiences in enlightening and entertaining presentations.•Afternoon Tea: Traditional English tea with delectable scones, finger sandwiches and petit fours.