Phipps' Winter Flower Show is a holiday tradition in Pittsburgh

One of my favorite things to do this time of the year is visit The Winter Flower Show at Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens. Every year there’s something new and wonderful to see. This year’s theme is ‘Let It Glow.’ It’s wonderful to see the displays indoors when it’s so dreary outside.

The East Room transforms as the light fades outside. Photos by Doug Oster

Here’s how I recommend seeing the show. Go toward the end of the day, giving yourself at least an hour and a half of daylight to see all the rooms. Take your time, one of the best things about the show is the attention to detail. There are holiday trees made of succulents and tropical plants, it’s so much fun to explore. Stop and smell the paperwhites! That’s especially true when walking into the Sunken Garden Room.
As the sun goes down, go through the show again, it’s truly a different experience. The renovated Palm Court has a brand new unique changing light show.
Get outside to see the Winter Light Garden, designed by Jordyn Melino, associate director of exhibits. Every year the area has been expanded, kids will love it, but it’s something everyone should see.
I enjoy getting a tour of the show with Jordyn annually. Here’s a fun video of us walking through the show.

Whenever I run into anyone going to the show, I also tell them to stop at Cafe Phipps, a place I enjoy eating every time I visit the conservatory.
These are some of the other photos from the Winter Flower Show. Be sure to get to Phipps before January sixth to see the show.