77th Annual Orchid Show & Exotic Plant Sale
Dates: April 17-19, 2026
Location: Carmichael Elks Lodge #2103, 5631 Cypress Avenue, Carmichael, CA
Theme: "Timeless Orchids"
Admission:
$45 ($40 if purchased in advance) Preview Event (includes access to the show all 3 days)
$13 ($10 if purchased in advance) at the door ($12.50 each for 2 or more), children under 16 free with adult
Schedule
Thursday, April 16
9 am - 9 pm: Carmichael Elks Lodge open for setup
9 am: Carmichael Elks Lodge open - Show setup begins - SOS only
1 pm: Gardens, Vendors and Exhibits begin setup - Vendors & SOS only
1 pm - 6 pm: Individual Plant and Garden Registration, plant & garden setup
Friday, April 17
9 am - 10 am: Clerks prepare for judging - Vendors & SOS only
10am - 1 pm: Ribbon judging
1 pm - 6 pm: AOS judging
6:30 pm - 9 pm: Preview Event begins (Preview Event tickets required)
Saturday, April 18
10 am - 5 pm: Show open to the Public
8 am: Carmichael Elks Lodge open to members and vendors
10 am: Doors open to the public
Sunday, April 19
10 am - 4 pm: Show open to the Public
9 am: Carmichael Elks Lodge open to members and vendors
10 am: Doors open to the public
4 pm: Show and Vendor teardown begins
Education & Demonstration Classes Schedule
TBD