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Mother’s Day Special

Sonnenberg 250 Gibson Street , Canandaigua, NY, United States

Tell your mom how much you love her as you stroll the nine formal gardens and walk through the historic mansion and greenhouses. Admission - All Mom’s get in for $5.00

Father’s Day Car Show

Sonnenberg 250 Gibson Street , Canandaigua, NY, United States

Celebrate Dad with classic cars!  Food, flowers & fun for the whole family. Sign up online to show off your wheels! (Pre-sale $10.00 for a carload of 4 people or less - Pre-sale for show cars ends at 3 pm Friday 6/16/23.  After this time you can still bring your car to "Show Off Your […]

Free – $16.00

Underground Railroad Historic Panel Discussion

Sonnenberg 250 Gibson Street , Canandaigua, NY, United States

Presenter Dr. Judith Wellman Come and find out why the Underground Railroad was so significant in New York State, why we are now discovering so much about it, and how historic sites in the Underground Railroad Consortium of New York State are telling its remarkable story. Hear the voices of some of the courageous men […]

$10.00 – $12.00
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2023 Arts At The Gardens

Sonnenberg 250 Gibson Street , Canandaigua, NY, United States

Shop for fine art and craft items hand-made by skilled artisans.  Includes music & access to gardens and mansion.  Food & drink available for purchase. Tickets available online & at admissions Admission $10.00     |     $5.00 (3-15 years old)     |     Free (Under 3 years old)     |     Pre-sale Online (online sales through July 20th, after this date […]

Free – $10.00

Moonlight Strolls

Sonnenberg 250 Gibson Street , Canandaigua, NY, United States

Music in the moonlit gardens of Sonnenberg. Great for the whole family! See our website for a list of musical guests.

Canceled Rochester Oratorio Suffrage Program

Sonnenberg 250 Gibson Street , Canandaigua, NY, United States

Presented by The Rochester Oratorio Society Enjoy Suffragist anthems that moved people to action a century agon and still motivate society today through good humor, wit, and a powerful message.  Performed by Resonanz, the small ensemble of the Rochester Oratorio Society, bringing 15 years of experience in community engagement productions that reflect the values of […]

$10 – $12

Canceled 13th Annual Fall Garden Symposium

Sonnenberg 250 Gibson Street , Canandaigua, NY, United States

Presenter Thomas Mickey Sonnenberg Gardens nonprofit is excited to host author and philanthropist, Thomas Mickey, as our guest speaker at our 13th annual Garden Symposium.  Thomas will be presenting his book, All About Flowers: the story of James Vick’s 19th-century seed company.  There will also be a walk with Thomas Mickey through our beautiful historic […]

$30.00 – $35.00

Mansion Mysteries

Sonnenberg 250 Gibson Street , Canandaigua, NY, United States

Live whodunnit drama in Sonnenberg Mansion. Tickets must be pre-purchased online

Haunted Stroll

Sonnenberg 250 Gibson Street , Canandaigua, NY, United States

Stroll through the gardens and encounter witches, goblins, and ghouls! Entry gates will be closed at 8 PM RAIN or SHINE (online purchases non-refundable) Tickets available online & at admissions Admission $10.00     |     $5.00 (3-15 years old)     |     Free (Under 3 years old)     |     Pre-sale Online (online sales through October 26th, after this date you […]

Free – $10.00

The Orchid Show

Sonnenberg 250 Gibson Street , Canandaigua, NY, United States

Celebrate the arrival of Spring at Sonnenberg Gardens. Meet orchid experts from Genesee Valley Orchid Society, stroll through the greenhouse and arboretum as well as the Bay House Gift Shop filled with orchids to purchase. Tickets can be purchased at the admission booth the day of the event. Admission $10.00     |     […]

I Love My Park Day

Sonnenberg 250 Gibson Street , Canandaigua, NY, United States

We salute our relationship with Parks & Trails New York by supporting “I Love My Park Day”.  Help us on this day by volunteering to help clean up our beautiful treasure in the Finger Lakes. Regular Admission, purchase tickets when you arrive at the park through the Admissions Booth Free to Volunteers that sign up […]

Mother’s Day Special

Sonnenberg 250 Gibson Street , Canandaigua, NY, United States

A magical day to bring Mom to the gardens and enjoy the day in the park.  Tickets can be purchased at the admission booth on the day of the event. Regular Park Admission     |     MOMS get in for $5.00

Father’s Day Car Show

Sonnenberg 250 Gibson Street , Canandaigua, NY, United States

Celebrate Dad with classic cars!  Food, flowers, & fun for the whole family. Sign up online to show off your wheels!     |     $10.00 for carload of 4 people or less     |     Pre-sale online sales through 3 pm Friday, June 14th.  After this time, you can still bring your car […]

4th of July Special

Sonnenberg 250 Gibson Street , Canandaigua, NY, United States

A special rate for New York State residents. Come celebrate independence at the park. Tickets available at admissions New York State Residents Admission $5     |     Regular admission for all other guests

Moonlight Strolls

Sonnenberg 250 Gibson Street , Canandaigua, NY, United States

Music in the moonlit gardens of Sonnenberg.  Great for the whole family! Admission $10/Members     |     $12/Non-members     |     $5.00 (3-15 years old)     |     Free (under 3 years old)     |     Pre-sale Online (online sales through the Wednesday before the stroll) Tickets […]

Afternoon Teas

Sonnenberg 250 Gibson Street , Canandaigua, NY, United States

Please join us for an elegant Afternoon Tea and fundraiser at the Mansion at Sonnenberg Gardens on August 20th and 21st This is a unique opportunity to enjoy the peaceful beauty of Sonnenberg Gardens while enjoying Afternoon Tea Park will be open to Afternoon Tea patrons from 10 am until 4 pm (Sonnenberg will not […]

14th Annual Fall Garden Symposium

Sonnenberg 250 Gibson Street , Canandaigua, NY, United States

Presenter A. Wayne Cahilly Sonnenberg Gardens non-profit is excited to host A. Wayne Cahilly as this year's lecture focuses on the history surrounding his 30 years at the New York Botanical Garden and the importance of preservation of historic landscapes as well as here at Sonnenberg Gardens. Tickets must be pre-purchased online Admission $30/Members   […]

$30.00 – $35.00

Mansion Mysteries

Sonnenberg 250 Gibson Street , Canandaigua, NY, United States

Live whodunnit drama in Sonnenberg Mansion. Tickets must be pre-purchased online Admission $30/Members     |     $35/Non-members     |     Pre-sale Online Ticket Sales ONLY (online sales through the Wednesday before the event weekend)

Haunted Stroll

Sonnenberg 250 Gibson Street , Canandaigua, NY, United States

Stroll through the gardens and encounter witches, goblins, and ghouls! Entry gates will be closed at 8 PM RAIN or SHINE (online purchases non-refundable) Tickets available online & at admissions Admission $10.00     |     $5.00 (3-15 years old)     |     Free (Under 3 years old)     |     Pre-sale Online (online sales through October 26th, after this date you […]

Free – $10.00

The Orchid Show & Plein Air Showcase

Sonnenberg 250 Gibson Street , Canandaigua, NY, United States

Celebrate the arrival of Spring at Sonnenberg Gardens. Meet orchid experts from Genesee Region Orchid Society (GROS), stroll through the greenhouse and arboretum as well as the Bay House Gift Shop filled with orchids to purchase. Plein Air Artists from "The Off-Color Painters" will be showcased in the Carriage House. Tickets can be purchased at […]

I Love My Park Day

Sonnenberg 250 Gibson Street , Canandaigua, NY, United States

We salute our relationship with Parks & Trails New York by supporting “I Love My Park Day”.  Help us on this day by volunteering to help clean up our beautiful treasure in the Finger Lakes. Regular Admission, purchase tickets when you arrive at the park through the Admissions Booth Free to Volunteers who sign up […]

Civil War Days

Sonnenberg 250 Gibson Street , Canandaigua, NY, United States

Step back in time and experience history come to life.  Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the 1860s as reenactors bring the Civil War era to vivid reality.  Explore period encampments, watch leatherworking, witness a live working forge, and attend educational seminars. Regular Admission Pricing     |     Pre-sale online sales […]

Free – $16.00

Mother’s Day Special

Sonnenberg 250 Gibson Street , Canandaigua, NY, United States

A magical day to bring Mom to the gardens and enjoy the day in the park.  Tickets can be purchased at the admission booth on the day of the event. Regular Park Admission     |     MOMS get in for $5.00

Father’s Day Car Show

Sonnenberg 250 Gibson Street , Canandaigua, NY, United States

Celebrate Dad with classic cars!  Food, flowers, & fun for the whole family. Sign up online to show off your ride!     |     $15.00 for carload of 4 people or less     |     Pre-sale online sales through 3 pm Friday, June 13th.  After this time, you can still bring your car […]

2025 Arts At The Gardens

Sonnenberg 250 Gibson Street , Canandaigua, NY, United States

Our 24th annual Arts At The Gardens is founded on the belief that the arts, both natural and manmade, enrich human life and create an environment where people and ideas thrive.  Sonnenberg Gardens creates an annual exhibition dedicated to raising awareness of the arts in this naturalistic environment at the Thompson Estate.

Free – $10.00

4th of July Special

Sonnenberg 250 Gibson Street , Canandaigua, NY, United States

A special rate for New York State residents. Come celebrate independence at the park. Tickets available at admissions New York State Residents Admission $5     |     Regular admission for all other guests

Moonlight Strolls

Sonnenberg 250 Gibson Street , Canandaigua, NY, United States

New in 2025 - THURSDAY NIGHTS, 7pm to 9pm Music in the moonlit gardens of Sonnenberg.  Great for the whole family! Admission $10/Members     |     $12/Non-members     |     $5.00 (3-15 years old)     |     Free (under 3 years old)     |     Pre-sale Online […]

15th Annual Fall Garden Symposium

Sonnenberg 250 Gibson Street , Canandaigua, NY, United States

Sonnenberg Gardens is excited to host Vincent A. Simeone for the 15th Annual Fall Garden Symposium Vincent has worked in the horticultural field for over 27 years. He received an AAS degree in ornamental horticulture from SUNY Farmingdale, Farmingdale, New York, and a BS in ornamental horticulture from the University of Georgia, Athens, GA. While […]

$30.00 – $35.00

Mansion Mysteries

Sonnenberg 250 Gibson Street , Canandaigua, NY, United States

Live whodunnit drama in Sonnenberg Mansion. Tickets must be pre-purchased online Admission $30/Members     |     $35/Non-members     |     Pre-sale Online Ticket Sales ONLY (online sales through the Wednesday before the event weekend) It is January 1913, and there is unrest in the Town of Canandaigua, as a petition to […]

Haunted Stroll

Sonnenberg 250 Gibson Street , Canandaigua, NY, United States

Stroll through the gardens and encounter witches, goblins, and ghouls! 2025's Theme ~~ Gardens of the Living Dead Entry gates will be closed at 8 PM RAIN or SHINE (online purchases non-refundable) Tickets available online & at admissions Admission $10.00     |     $5.00 (3-15 years old)     |     Free (Under 3 years old)     |     Pre-sale Online (online […]

Free – $10.00