Winter at Filoli
The beauty of winter continues at Filoli! From the blooming camellias to the lush and verdant moss, there are plenty of reasons to continue celebrating the season. Throughout January and February, step into the winter wonders of our property and explore the splendor of the season. From intimate Ballroom performances to fascinating fungi festivities, there's something for everyone to enjoy. We invite you to experience the winter magic at Filoli today!
Ballroom Performance Series
Select Dates in January, February & March
The Ballroom, unveiled in September 2024, has been restored to its original splendor. Filoli’s first family, Agnes and William Bourn, designed the Ballroom to host intimate performances. This year, uniquely-themed performances will celebrate Lunar New Year, Valentine's Day, and Filoli’s popular partnership with Opera San Jose. Ticket sell-outs are expected for these intimate concerts!
Cost: $75–$105
Stories in Bloom
Select Dates in January & February
The popular series Stories in Bloom showcases storytelling of all forms, including poetry, music, and photography. Through this program, we explore a range of topics and encourage guests to share their perspectives through a Q&A. This winter, dive into the world of fungi, explore the diversity of California's ecology and wildlife, and take a trip through the gardens of England with our Director of Horticulture. Whatever your interests are, Stories in Bloom has something for everyone. All are held in Filoli’s beautifully restored Ballroom.
Cost: Free with Filoli admission; Reservations required.
Wellness Wednesdays
In response to the overwhelming support for Filoli’s Wellness Week, we will be expanding the program. Launching in Winter, Wellness Wednesdays will occur monthly through the Fall. Enjoy various wellness activities, beginning with Forest Bathing in February.
Wellness Wednesday: Forest Bathing
Join us as we celebrate health at our first Wellness Wednesday! Walk in calm and quiet among the redwoods in Filoli’s Natural Lands for a Forest Bathing session led by a certified instructor. Observe the nature around you during this relaxing walk that will rejuvenate the mind, body, and soul.
Please note: This session includes a 1-mile walk over uneven terrain.
Cost: $20, plus a General Admission ticket to Filoli.
Tours
Gain some behind-the-scenes knowledge of Filoli through our wonderful tours! This winter, you can find yourself meandering through Filoli's Natural Lands to learn about mushrooms and fungi or journeying within the Garden walls to learn about its stories from our Horticulture staff.
Insider's Garden Tour
Service Learning
Filoli’s Service Learning is a chance for the local community to give back to the Historic Estate. Volunteers will learn about various gardening topics through guided instruction. Winter projects will include Mushroom Citizen Science and Preparing for Spring!
Preparing for Spring