Events

How-to classes, seminars, and make it/take workshops for both kids and adults from our garden experts.

May142025

Adventures in Veggieland

Year-Round Locations and Seasonal Garden Markets

Step right into the greenest adventure of the season! Welcome to McDonald Garden Center's Veggieland, where the magic of nature comes to life. From May 14th to 20th, 2025, get ready for a week bursting with veggie excitement, incredible savings, and gardening galore! Join our Green Team as they sprinkle their expertise on cultivating the freshest veggies, turning your garden into a vibrant paradise.

And don’t miss out on seeing none other than Mr. T-mato and his merry band of veggie pals! They'll guide you through this veg-tastic journey with whimsical signs and shareable moments on social media. Don't let this opportunity to learn, and save on your fave veggies, slip through your fingers. It's time to embark on an unforgettable adventure in Veggieland.

May172025

Taco Garden Workshop for Kids

Independence Boulevard location ONLY

Taco 'bout a good time, let’s grow a garden full of flavor! Join us for a fun and flavorful Taco Garden Container Workshop designed just for kids. In this hands-on workshop, kids will learn the basics of planting and caring for taco plants: oregano, cilantro, and a cherry tomato. Guided by our Green Team, young gardeners will create their very own taco garden container to take home and grow.

After the planting fun, every participant will receive a festive taco-themed snack to celebrate their gardening success. Parental assistance is required to ensure everyone has a great time!

Cost is $20 and includes all supplies, instruction, and one taco-themed snack. Each child will receive an 8-inch plastic pot, soil, and the three featured plants to kick off their garden adventure. Registration is open in-store or online, spaces fill up fast! Walk-ins welcome while supplies last.

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Taco Garden Workshop for Kids
May182025

Growing with the Guru: Tomatoes & Peppers In-Store Seminar

Independence Location ONLY

Join Mike, the Garden Guru, for the next installment of his “Growing with the Guru” seminar series throughout the seasons at our garden centers. This time it’s all about tomatoes and peppers! From tried-and-true varieties to the best growing techniques and season-long care tips, Mike will share everything you need to grow your most flavorful harvest yet. This in-store seminar is perfect for gardeners of all experience levels looking to make the most of their summer crops.

The seminar takes place on Sunday, May 18th at 2pm, exclusively at our Independence Blvd location. It’s free to attend, no registration required—just walk in! Seating is limited, so be sure to arrive early.

June102025

Georgia Peach Truck

Independence Location ONLY

Peach season is right around the corner, and we're excited to host the Georgia Peach Truck once again at our Independence Boulevard location. Enjoy farm-fresh peaches delivered straight from the orchards of Georgia, featuring varieties from Dickey Farms and Watsonia Farm. On this trip, we will be getting in easy-to-slice freestone peach varieties!

Pre-order now through the link below:

georgiapeachtruck.com/product-category/mcdonald-garden-center

Pre-orders close at midnight on Tuesday, June 3, 2025. Pick-up is available only at our Independence Blvd. location on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, from 3:30pm–5:00pm. Walk-up availability may be limited. Reserve your box early to enjoy the best of the season’s harvest. Please note: Pre-orders are non-refundable and must be picked up during the designated time frame.

July182025

Bloom Bash

Year-Round Locations and Seasonal Garden Markets

Get ready to shop, save, and celebrate at Bloom Bash, a redemption event happening July 18-20, 2025! This event is your chance to redeem the Bloom Bucks you earn while shopping with us this spring. From Mother’s Day (May 11)-June 30, 2025, gardenRewards members will earn $1 in Bloom Bucks for every $10 spent in-store. It’s our way of saying thank you for supporting local and shopping with us during our favorite time of year.

No need to track your purchases, we’ll do that for you! Just make sure your email address is linked to your gardenRewards account and you're subscribed to our emails, so we can send your Bloom Bucks total before the big event. Questions or need to update your info? Reach out to us anytime at info@mcdonaldgardencenter.com.

Bloom Bucks cannot be spent on landscape services, previous purchases, or gift card purchases.