Orchids adorn a Volkswagon Beetle as finishing touches are placed on the 12th annual Chicago Botanic Garden Orchid Show, Friday, Feb. 6, 2026, in Glencoe, Ill. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley)
February 06, 2026 - 9:52 AM
CHICAGO (AP) — Thousands of orchids fill the greenhouse of the the Chicago Botanic Garden for its 12th annual Orchid Show, themed “Feelin’ Groovy,” where installations inspired by the 1970s — including a yellow Volkswagen Beetle overflowing with blooms.
Organizers say the event offers visitors a colorful, joyful retreat, showcasing one of the world’s largest plant families with several rare species on display. With bright floral scenes designed to spark happiness and nostalgia, the show is expected to draw about 85,000 visitors seeking color and a break from the cold.
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