Arbor Day Farm

BLOOM FEST 2026

Lilac Trail Tours

Join us for a 45-minute guided tour of the Max and Darlene Lilac Trail and experience the stunning, fragrant lilacs at Arbor Lodge State Historical Park. Originally planted in 1996, our collection boasts 215 specimens scattered throughout the park, making it the largest public lilac collection in Nebraska. Meet near the playground and browse our selection of lilac-themed keepsakes at the Arbor Lodge and Apple House Market gift shops. Tours are free, but please RVSP at this link. 30 people maximum per tour.

Workshops at the Lied Greenhouse

Enjoy a series of engaging horticulture workshops led by Arbor Day Farm experts and special guests during Bloom Fest. These sessions explore the beauty and science behind spring blooms — from the vital role of pollinators in apple orchards to the history, preservation, and landscape design potential of lilacs and native plants in Nebraska. Guests will gain inspiration and practical ideas for creating vibrant, pollinator-friendly landscapes at home. 30 people maximum per workshop.

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Lilac Trail Tour Dates: Sat. April 18; Sun., April 19; Sat., April 25 and Sun., April 26 Times: 1pm and 2pm daily (3pm Saturday, April 18th and 25th ONLY) *Please note that this is free event where an RSVP is required. Please select the date and time of your desired tour and complete the reservation by entering your contact information below. You will receive tickets and confirmation via email.	$0.00 Price and availability may vary Select

Apple Trees & Pollinators Presented by Ben Huesinkfelt, Orchard & Grounds Manager at Arbor Day Farm. Discover how spring blossoms become fall harvest during this Bloomfest session. Ben will share the fascinating partnership between apple trees and the pollinators that make every apple possible - and how we can support them in our own landscapes. Time: Saturday 9am - 10am Location: Hero Gallery	$0.00 Price and availability may vary Select

America the Beautiful: A Tour of Lilacs Presented by Nathan & Ashley Mueller, Curators of the Arbor Day Farm Lilac Collection. Nathan and Ashley will introduce standout cultivars developed by American breeders featured on the property. Hear the stories behind the origins of these special introductions and enjoy a few fascinating facts about these beloved spring bloomers. Time: Saturday 10am - 11am Location: Hero Gallery	$0.00 Price and availability may vary Select

Lilac Preservation and the International Lilac Society Presented by Joshua Miller, International Lilac Society. Joshua, the Preservation Committee Co-Chair, will be sharing about what ILS is doing to preserve rare lilacs of high merit for distribution throughout the country, Arbor Day Farm's instrumental role in preservation, and a sneak preview of the ILS Convention to be held on the property in 2027. Time: Saturday 11am - 12pm Location: Hero Gallery	$0.00 Price and availability may vary Select

A Story of Place: Native Plants and Lilacs in Nebraska Presented by Mark Canney, Director of Horticulture and Landscape, Arbor Day Farm. Mark's talk will explore how native Nebraska prairie plants and heritage lilacs can be thoughtfully integrated to create landscapes that honor ecological function support pollinators, and celebrate the cultural beauty of Spring. Time: Saturday 1pm - 2pm Location: Hero Gallery	$0.00 Price and availability may vary Select

Red, White & Bloom: Planting for America's 250 Years Presented by Mark Canney, Director of Horticulture and Landscape, Arbor Day Farm. Celebrate America's 250th anniversary with a vibrant garden of red, white, and blue - featuring regionally adapted plants while supporting pollinators and resilient landscapes here in Nebraska. Time: Saturday 2pm - 3pm Location: Hero Gallery	$0.00 Price and availability may vary Select

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Arbor Day Farm

BLOOM FEST 2026

Lilac Trail Tour

Apple Trees & Pollinators

America the Beautiful: A Tour of Lilacs

Lilac Preservation and the International Lilac Society

A Story of Place: Native Plants and Lilacs in Nebraska

Red, White & Bloom: Planting for America's 250 Years

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