October 19, 20, 26, and 27, 7 pm October 21, 4 pm Come take part in a "whodunit" at Sonnenberg! Guests will have a chance to take part in this live-theater event by uncovering the clues that will solve the mystery and bring the guilty party -or parties- to justice! Light refreshments along with a […]
Canceled for the 2020 Season Sponsors: We would like to thank all our wonderful sponsors who have helped to make this event possible! Like to be a Sponsor? Contact us at 585-394-4922 or via email. All proceeds from this event to benefit Sonnenberg Gardens and its programs. Presale tickets available as well as tickets at the door. No presale […]
Canceled for 2020 Join us on this state-wide celebration of parks in New York State by volunteering your time and love. I Love My Parks Day volunteers will be working in the park on various projects to get the park ready for the 2020 garden season. Groups (Boy Scout, Girl Scout, Community groups, corporate teams, […]
2020: Family Fun Day has been canceled Join Sonnenberg Gardens on Sunday July 26 for a day filled with interactive and hands-on family-oriented activities throughout all of the historic estate’s 50 acres. Special half-price park admission for guests of all ages will be available for the duration of the event (10 am-4 pm). The gardens, […]
This event has been canceled for 2020. Please come back in 2021. Step back into Sonnenberg's elegant past with our always popular tea events. This event features a variety of foods and drink including finger sandwiches, scones, teas, and sweets. 2020: Seating is on the mansion veranda as well as the Library and Drawing to maintain […]
2020 Update: This event has been canceled. Admission: $15/adult, $13/Senior (60+) & AAA Members, $8/College Student & Military w/ proper ID, $8/Youth (13 - 17), $3/Child (4 - 12), FREE/ages 3 and under. Show vehicles of all eras and makes will greet young and old at our annual Father's Day car show. All visitors attending […]
Our popular annual horticultural seminar featuring Donald A. Radkow (Cornell University) speaking on nature and wellness. Lunch and park admission included. $ 40/Person, $ 35/ Sonnenberg Members
Speaker Lillian Williams, University of Buffalo will introduce the audience to Mary B. Talbert, African American Suffragist and early 20th century reformer. Co-sponsored w/ 1816 Farmington Quaker Meetinghouse Museum & part of a series on the intersection of race and the Women's Suffrage Movement. Free with paid park admission and half price park admission starting at […]
Dr. Shawn Kenaley from Finger Lakes Community College's Horticulture Dept. will explore the ways in which community gardens in urban centers promote active and healthy lifestyles as well as the significance of long-term engagement and the building of social capital to ensure downstream socio-cultural end-goals. Free with paid park admission and half price park admission starting at 1:00 […]
October 16, 17, 23, and 24, 7 pm October 18, 4 pm Come take part in a "whodunit" at Sonnenberg! Guests will have a chance to take part in this live-theater event by uncovering the clues that will solve the mystery and bring the guilty party -or parties- to justice! Light refreshments along with a […]
Historian Judith Wellman will present goals, strategies, and compromises in the struggle for Women's Suffrage highlighting these Quaker women: Lucretia Mott, Susan B. Anthony and Alice Paul. Co-sponsored w/ 1816 Farmington Quaker Meetinghouse Museum & part of a series on the intersection of race and the Women's Suffrage Movement. This is now a virtual event […]
All events subject to change pending NY State restrictions. Venture, if you dare, on a "haunted" stroll through the Sonnenberg grounds with strange sights, sounds, and Sonnenberg tales that will inspire goosebumps. Costumed characters and displays will abound during the one-mile walk through the lit nighttime grounds and gardens. While there will be many fun […]
Celebrate the arrival of Spring with Sonnenberg. Stroll through the Arboretum and gardens laden with early spring flowers. In addition, enjoy the collections in our historic greenhouse with Orchid displays. Select orchids and houseplants will be available for purchase. Purchase tickets below for all days of the Orchid Show. You will choose your date and […]
We salute our relationship with Parks & Trails New York by supporting “I Love My Park Day”. Help us on this day and volunteer to help clean up our beautiful treasure in the Finger Lakes. Purchase tickets when you arrive at the park through the Admissions Booth
Tell your mom how much you love her as you stroll the nine formal gardens and walk through the historic mansion and greenhouses. All Mom's get in for $1.00
Celebrate Dad with classic cars! Food, flowers & fun for the whole family. Sign up to show off your wheels! ~~OR~~ Purchase tickets online to bring Dad to the park! Regular Admission Pricing | Pre-sale Online (online sales through June 17th, after this date you can purchase tickets at the Admissions Booth)
Shop for fine art and craft items hand made by skilled artisans. Includes food, music & access to gardens and mansion. Admission: $10.00 | Pre-sale Online (online sales through July 29th, after this date you can purchase tickets at the Admissions Booth)
Music in the moonlit gardens of Sonnenberg. Great for the whole family! 8 Days A Week Expansive, Eclectic, & Entertaining Live Music. Sit back and indulge in acoustic bliss while this band brings a treasure of melodies to you. Admission $10.00 | Pre-sale Online (online sales through the August 4th, after this date you can […]
Due to the chance of rain, stroll will be located in the event tent. Music in the moonlit gardens of Sonnenberg. Great for the whole family! Paulsen, Baker & Chaapel The music has been described as “Country”, “Folk”, “Rock n Roll”, “Bluegrass” and even “Buffoon” (comedy) but whatever they are, they want you to have […]
SOLD OUT Elegant tea event on the mansion veranda Admission $25/Members | $30/Non-members | Pre-sale Online Ticket Sales ONLY through July 18th
Music in the moonlit gardens of Sonnenberg. Great for the whole family! The Swinging Richards A Trio out of Rochester, NY, are an Americana influenced string band playing high energy originals mixed with their unique twists on classic favorites. Admission $10.00 | Pre-sale Online Children 4-12 years $5.00 Children 3 and under FREE (online sales […]
Music in the moonlit gardens of Sonnenberg. Great for the whole family! Nightfall After Dark 4 Piece Acoustic Rock: Playing music from the 60′s to the 80's with a great repertoire! Admission $10.00 | Pre-sale Online Children 4-12 years $5.00 Children 3 and under FREE (online sales through the August 26th, after this date you […]
Bumpers & Banjos! Enjoy walking the grounds and listening to bluegrass music while marveling at antique cars on display. Show cars should enter through the Fort Hill entrance. Entry for show cars will begin at 8:30am Admission: $20.00 | Pre-sale Online (online sales through September 16th, after this date you can purchase tickets at the […]
Join us and Dr. Shawn Kenaley, Assistant Professor of Horticulture at Finger Lakes Community College who will be speaking about our magnificent, diverse, herbaceous and woody plant materials at our public gardens at Sonnenberg. Shawn will be lecturing and doing field study with all of the participants of this years Fall Garden Symposium. Box lunches […]
"The Great Caper" Live whodunnit drama at Sonnenberg Mansion. Guests will have a chance to take part in this live-theater event by uncovering the clues that will solve the mystery and bring the guilty party to justice. Light refreshments along with a cash wine bar will be provided. Non-alcoholic beverages will also be available. Admission […]
"The Great Caper" Live whodunnit drama at Sonnenberg Mansion. Guests will have a chance to take part in this live-theater event by uncovering the clues that will solve the mystery and bring the guilty party to justice. Light refreshments along with a cash wine bar will be provided. Non-alcoholic beverages will also be available. Admission […]
"The Great Caper" Live whodunnit drama at Sonnenberg Mansion. Guests will have a chance to take part in this live-theater event by uncovering the clues that will solve the mystery and bring the guilty party to justice. Light refreshments along with a cash wine bar will be provided. Non-alcoholic beverages will also be available. Admission […]
"The Great Caper" Live whodunnit drama at Sonnenberg Mansion. Guests will have a chance to take part in this live-theater event by uncovering the clues that will solve the mystery and bring the guilty party to justice. Light refreshments along with a cash wine bar will be provided. Non-alcoholic beverages will also be available. Admission […]
"The Great Caper"Live whodunnit drama at Sonnenberg Mansion. Guests will have a chance to take part in this live-theater event by uncovering the clues that will solve the mystery and bring the guilty party to justice. Light refreshments along with a cash wine bar will be provided. Non-alcoholic beverages will also be available.Admission $25/Members & […]
Stroll through the gardens and encounter witches, goblins, and ghouls. Admission $10/Adult & Youth (13-18 yrs) | $5/Children 4-12 yrs | Free/Children 3 and under