Discover the Orchid Extravaganza at the 28th Annual Morongo Basin Orchid Festival

Landers, CA – Get ready for a botanical wonderland at the 28th Annual Morongo Basin Orchid Festival, taking place on October 5th (10 AM – 5 PM) and October 6th (10 AM – 3 PM) at Gubler Orchids, 2200 Belfield Blvd., Landers, CA. With free admission and parking, this year’s festival is set to captivate visitors with its breathtaking displays and vibrant community atmosphere.

Festival Highlights:

  • Orchid Wonderland: Immerse yourself in a dazzling display of thousands of blooming orchids and explore self-guided tours through our lush greenhouses. Witness the intricate process of orchid cultivation and global distribution. Plus, marvel at over 30,000 Venus Fly Traps and other intriguing carnivorous plants.
  • Community Impact: Support local causes as the festival partners with over 15 non-profits. Proceeds from orchid and orchid-themed beer sales will directly benefit these organizations. Attendees can use “Rotary Bucks” to direct their orchid sales to their favorite charities.
  • Orchid Show: Showcase your prized orchid at the American Orchid Society Judged Show, sponsored by the Riverside/San Bernardino Orchid Society. Register your orchids on October 4th (2-4 PM) or October 5th (9-10 AM), with judging commencing at
    10:05 AM and awards presented at noon. Detailed judging rules are available at www.sunsetrotary.org.
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  • Educational Classes: Dive deeper into orchid care with hands-on classes at the Banc of California Learning Center, offered by the Orchid Society of Arizona and Riverside/San Bernardino Orchid Society. Classes include:
    o Cultivation and Care of Phalaenopsis Orchids
    o Caring for Oncidium Intergeneric Orchids
    o Creating Stunning Orchid Arrangements
    o Unveiling the Secrets of Venus Fly Traps
    Reserve your spot early at https://www.gublers.com/class-registration.
  • Culinary Delights: Enjoy a feast of wine tastings and Joshua Tree Brewery famous orchid-themed beers like the Phalee Golden Pixie IPA and Shari Baby Orchid Beer, with all proceeds supporting festival non-profits. Treat yourself to gourmet hamburgers and hotdogs from the Joshua Tree No Kill Shelter, and savor tacos and nachos provided by Sunset Rotary.
  • Entertainment and More: Groove to live music from the Jann Browne Band and explore the variety of local vendors and non-profit booths. All nonprofits receiving proceeds will be in attendance with an educational booth with activities.

Supporters: This vibrant event is made possible by the generous support of Gubler Orchids Inc., Joshua Tree Brewery, Yucca Valley Sunset Rotary, Banc of California, Joshua Tree Voice Magazine, Z107.7 FM, Hi-Desert Star, Telemundo, and Eye on the Desert CBS Local 2.
Join Us: Celebrate the enchanting world of orchids and support local causes. For more details, visit www. sunsetrotary.org or https://www.gublers.com/.

Mark your calendar and experience the beauty and
community spirit of the Morongo Basin Orchid Festival!

Contact:

Festival Coordinator
Email: Festival@Gublers.com
Website: www.sunsetrotary.org

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