Kew Gardens - Upcoming events at Kew Gardens 2018

There are lots of exciting events happening at Kew and Wakehurst this autumn and winter so make sure you have the dates in your diary. Booking for Glow Wild at Wakehurst is now open whilst tickets are selling fast for Christmas at Kew.  Countdown to Christmas  Glow Wild, Wakehurst 22 November – 16 December, Thursdays –Sundays. From £14  Follow the lantern trail through Wakehurst’s beautiful gardens in a spectacular after dark experience. You’ll glimpse the tallest living Christmas tree in the UK and find trees, ponds and forest floors brought to life with hundreds of handmade glowing lanterns and fire displays. Glow Wild is a night-time experience that all ages will adore! Book now Christmas at Kew 22 November – 5 January. From £16.50  Now in its sixth year, our 2018 winter trail is bigger than ever before, with over a million twinkling lights and thousands of laser beams.Our sculptural Fire Garden, a vast Canopy of Light, gigantic flowers, and a shimmering lakeside flotilla are just some of the highlights in store. There’s something to delight everyone as Kew’s one mile sparkling path winds its way through our world-famous Gardens.   Book now Autumn events at Kew  Handmade at Kew 4–7 October. £17 (includes entry to the Gardens) Don't miss your chance to shop for unique textiles, jewellery, ceramics, glass, furniture and more from over 150 contemporary designer-makers.  Book now   Temperate Tipples 12–13 October. £25  Take a taste trip to the Temperate Zones of the planet and sample wines and beers from around the world in a special evening event in the Temperate House. Book now   Siyanda, Protector of Plants 20–28 October  Join Siyanda on a story-filled adventure in the newly opened Temperate House to unearth the secrets of South African plants. Find out more

Siyanda illustration credit: Naomi Oppenheim