Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Weekend
Filoli honors those who have fought for a just cause and used their voices to fight against racial injustice. In the House, the Family Room TV features Bay Area local…
The Dream of a King, with Diane Ferlatte
Grammy-nominated storyteller Diane Ferlatte, accompanied by musician Erik Pearson, presents a youth and family-oriented performance that features stories and songs honoring Martin Luther King Jr. and his legacy. Reserve Your Tickets This program is free with Filoli admission. Click here to reserve member tickets or click here to purchase non-member tickets for January 16.
Orchid Takeover
To add to the indoor beauty, the Santa Clara Valley and San Francisco Orchid Societies will participate in an Orchid Takeover in Filoli’s historic House from January 29 through February 6, on display for visitors to see with Filoli admission. Plan a Visit
Poetry that Blooms, with Kim Shuck and Adrian Arias
Former San Francisco Poet Laureate Kim Shuck and artist and activist Adrian Arias collaborate on an hour of visual poetry, merging Shuck's spoken word with Arias’s bold flower paintings. Reserve Your Tickets This program is free with Filoli admission. Click here to reserve member tickets or click here to purchase non-member tickets for January 30.
Orchid Sale
The Santa Clara Valley Orchid Society will be selling plants propagated by their members on the weekend of February 5-6 for Filoli’s first ever orchid sale, available with Filoli admission. Plan a Visit During the Sale
Bonsai Exhibit
Explore highlights from our bonsai collection, on display all month with object labels translated in English, Japanese, and Traditional Chinese. Learn More
Haiku Display
Seven finalists and three winners of Filoli's annual haiku contest were selected by San Mateo County Poet Laureate Aileen Cassinetto. Visit Filoli during the month of May to experience these evocative poems as they are displayed in the lush spring Garden that inspired them! Plan Your Visit
Diosa Blooms Floral Takeover
In honor of Asian American Pacific Islander Month, enjoy beautiful tropical blooms that celebrate Filipinx heritage throughout the House, arranged by Diosa Blooms. See them while the House is open (11am - 4pm) from May 14 -16, 2022! Plan Your Visit
Bonsai Demo | Kusamura Bonsai Club
Curious about bonsai care? See this ancient artform first hand; on May 21, Filoli will host the Kusamura Bonsai Club as they prune their bonsai trees and answer your questions about basic bonsai care. Stop by the Dining Room Terrace between 11am - 4pm on Saturday, May 21, to chat about bonsai tips and admire…