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Group Packages

Have your group celebrate the beauty, glory and gardens of spring at this signature spring event. The trams are running, the flowers are blooming and there are plenty of antiques to buy. It's sure to be a fun day!

10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. — Arrival & Antiques and Garden Fair
The Fair offers the best in classical and contemporary garden furnishings, botanical art, and home and garden design from more than 100 exhibitors from the United States and Europe.

Lunch
Your group can eat at their own leisure with the Fair Café vouchers.  Eat then shop or shop then eat, it's up to them! Vouchers allow groups the chance to move at their own pace and enjoy a casual schedule. Fuel up because there is a lot to see!

12:30 p.m. to 1 p.m. — Grand Tram
What better time to take a Grand Tram tour then in spring.  See what's in bloom at the Visitors Center display, then board the tram and look for your favorite flowers.

1 p.m. to departure — Enjoy the Fair
The fair doesn't close yet! You still have time to find hidden treasures and arrange for larger items to be shipped to your home. Don't forget to use your 10% discount at the Garden Shop on your way out!

Antiques & Garden Fair group packages include the following:

• Free parking
• 10% discount on all purchases from the Garden Shop
• Three-day Pass to the Fair
• No waiting in line for tickets
• Reserved tram tickets (for groups who purchase Grand Tram rides)

Package #1	Advance admission only	$16 per person
Package #2	Advance admission only and food voucher	$29 per person
Add Tram	Add a Grand Tram ride for $5 additional per person	$5 per person

Note: Trams can be scheduled for different times of the day. Grand Trams run every 30 minutes from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

To learn more about the Chicago Botanic Garden's memorable group tours and nearby accommodations, contact our group visits office at (847) 835-6949 or visit www.chicagobotanic.org/tours. Requests for information or reservations can also be sent via e-mail to tours@chicagobotanic.org.

Reservations must be made at least two weeks in advance and are dependent on availability. Minimum group size is 15 people. Non-refundable deposit is required to confirm reservations.