About this Event
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OPENING HOURS
Saturday, October 17 2026 from 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday, October 18 2026 from 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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EXHIBITION
From small trees that fit into the palm of your hand, to trees older than your grandparents! Come see a wide variety of Canada's premier bonsai, as well as trees that are just starting their journey.
Each event is different, with different trees featured. See them in their colourful autumnal glory!
- Live demonstration and raffle of the demo bonsai on Sunday.
- Raffle tickets available for purchase at the Merchandise booth.
- See bonsai in various stages of development in the dedicated Trees-in-Training section.
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WORKSHOPS
Young bonsai enthusiasts can drop-in for exclusive Toronto Bonsai Society Children and Youth workshops on Saturday or Sunday. Free with show admission.
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THREE SALES AREAS
Bonsai, pre-bonsai and plant material, soils and substrates, tools, pots, stands and other related items. ALL SALES AREAS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
TBS Merch Booth - Lobby Exclusive and limited edition TBS branded merchandise (Cash, credit and debit accepted).
Sales area featuring items from TBS Members – Garden Hall (Cash, credit and debit accepted).
Vendor sales area – Garden Hall Courtyard (Vendor payment options may vary).
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ADMISSION
- Get your tickets online!
- Tickets will also be available at Admissions on the day of the show(s), payable by cash or card.
- Raffle tickets available at the Merch counter in the main lobby.
- Children under 12 years are free.
- Sales areas are free for everyone.
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PARKING & TRANSPORTATION - Updated for 2026
Paid parking on site with accessible spots available near the main entrance.
TTC Bus routes: 51 Leslie, 162 Lawrence-Donway.
Can be accessed via Line 5 Eglinton (Crosstown) & Line 1 Subway (Yonge-University).
Saturday
🕑: 11:00 AM
Admissions desk, Exhibition & Sales Areas open to the public
🕑: 11:00 AM
Guided Tour (French language)
🕑: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Pine Presentation and Demonstration
Host: Gerald Rainville
🕑: 11:30 AM - 01:00 PM
Children and Youth Workshops (drop-in)
🕑: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Guided Tour
🕑: 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Penjing Presentation
Host: Marianne Duhamel
🕑: 03:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Overwintering Presentation
Host: Hugo Duguay
🕑: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Guided Tour
🕑: 03:00 PM - 04:45 PM
Children and Youth Workshop (drop-in)
🕑: 05:00 PM
Exhibition & Sales Areas close for the day
🕑: 04:00 PM - 04:45 PM
Guided Tour
Sunday
🕑: 11:00 AM
Admissions desk, Exhibition & Sales Areas open to the public
🕑: 11:00 AM
Guided Tour (French language)
🕑: 11:30 AM - 01:30 PM
Youth Workshop (drop-in)
🕑: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Guided Tour
🕑: 02:00 PM - 03:45 PM
Live Bonsai Demonstration
Info: Live demonstration by visiting guest artist Hugo Duguay and special guest Gerald Rainville
🕑: 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Guided Tour
🕑: 04:00 PM
Raffle of the Bonsai Demo
Info: Bonsai demonstration raffle; Tickets available for purchase at the Merch Counter.
🕑: 05:00 PM
Exhibition & Sales Areas close
Event venue & nearby stays
Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, Canada
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