BSF Bonsai

Fall Garden Festival - Rescheduled
2024-10-26 09:00 - 2024-10-27 16:00 (America/New_York) | Heathcote Botanical Gardens, 210 Savannah Road, Ft. Pierce, Florida, 34982, United States
Fall Garden Festival Rescheduled to October 26 and 27

Due to the impacts from Hurricane Milton, we have postponed the event from October 12 and 13 to October 26 and 27.

Heathcote Botanical Gardens Fall Garden Festival 2024

Free Admission – New DateOctober 26, 9 am – 4 pmOctober 27, 9 am – 4 pm

Plants for sale, vendors, food, fun, and family activities.

BSSF 2024 Annual Bonsai Show & Sale
2024-11-16 09:00 - 2024-11-17 15:00 | Ft. Myers-Lee County Garden Council – Berne Davis Gardens, 2166 Virginia Ave., Ft. Myers, Florida, 33901, United States
The Bonsai Society of Southwest Florida 2024 Annual Bonsai Show & Sale

Exhibit of Bonsai trees, sales, demonstrations, and workshops. November 16-17 Saturday 9am-5pm, Sunday 9am-3pm Free Admission, Free Parking

Ft. Myers-Lee County Garden Council —- Berne Davis Gardens. Just north of Edison-Ford Estates 2166 Virginia Ave., Ft. Myers, FL Bonsaiswfl.org 239-935-6850

Schedule of Events

Saturday, Nov 16, 2024

9am-5pm: Exhibits, vendors and raffles open

9am-12pm: Multi-club styling competition

9:30am-12pm: Workshop with Javier Cortez Blue Bell Desmodium, 10 spots, $50 each

12pm: Raffle of plants and Bonsai items

1pm: Demonstration by Javier Cortez Jaboticaba (will be on Sunday’s raffle table)

5pm: Raffle of plants and Bonsai items

Sunday, Nov 17, 2024

Exhibits, vendors and raffles open

10am-12pm: Free Workshop This is for those with no Bonsai experience. 10 slots available. The workshop is free, but if you wish to purchase the tree, the cost is $25, otherwise it will go on the raffle table.

12pm: Raffle of tress and Bonsai items

1pm-3pm: Bonsai related activities Joe Mayhew, Potter Pot-throwing demonstration, Bill Smith, Bonsai help table, Martha Goff, Art of Kusamono demonstration

3pm: Final raffle of trees, Bonsai items and styling competition trees.

10th Annual Multiclub Bonsai Auction and Picnic
2025-01-25 10:00 - 15:00 | F. Burton Smith Park, 7575 W. King St., Cocoa, Florida, 32926, United States
10th Annual Multiclub Bonsai Auction and Picnic

Due to hurricane Milton, we have rescheduled the 10th annual multi-club 2024 Auction for January 25, 2025.

We’ve transitioned to on-line signups, so if you plan to sell items in either the live or silent auction, we encourage you to sign-up in advance. This will speed up the check-in process and shorten the payment cycle for you. Signup here by January 22, 2025. https://forms.office.com/Pages/DesignPageV2.aspx?origin=NeoPortalPage&lang=en-US&subpage=design&id=DQSIkWdsW0yxEjajBLZtrQAAAAAAAAAAAAYAAKZLJq1UMUxCTFczWkRSMlI0WkkzMFRaNUE5V0lKSy4u

See this blog post for more information. https://bonsaisocietyofbrevard.com/bonsai-club-auction-and-picnic-2024/

Note we will still plan to hold the 11th annual multi-club auction in October 2025.

19th Annual Joy of Bonsai 2025
2025-02-07 19:00 - 2025-02-09 17:00 | Schley’s Bonsai and Supplies, 2745 Audubon Avenue, Deland, Florida, 32720, United States
Kawa Bonsai is Hosting its Annual Bonsai Show, Joy of Bonsai!

Join us for:

Annual display of our club’s bonsai trees

Workshops for everyone from beginner to advance

Food, auctions, Bonsai supplies and vendors

Visit kawabonsai.com for more details.

Schley’s Bonsai and Supplies 2745 Audubon Avenue Deland, FL 32720 Friday, Feb. 7 at 7pm – Sunday, Feb 9 at 5pm

Pollinator Fair
2025-02-23 11:00 - 16:00 | Nance Park, Indialantic Boardwalk, 201 N Miramar Ave, Indialantic, Florida, 32903, United States
Pollinator Fair hosted by Garden Club by the SeaNance Park in IndialanticSunday, February 23 from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm

The Bonsai Society of Brevard will be showcasing bonsai materials and answering questions.

This free, family friendly event brings together a host of horticultural topics ranging from local plants, butterflies, bees, bats, and birds that support our local ecosystem.

https://www.sbgca.org/gardenclub-by-the-sea-1/https://www.facebook.com/groups/GardenClubbytheSea/

Bonsai Exhibition 2025 - Broward Bonsai Society
2025-03-01 09:30 - 2025-03-02 16:30 | Florida
The Broward Club in southeast Florida will have their 2025 bonsai exhibition in Davie Florida on March 1, 2025, starting at 11am.

Lighthouse Bonsai Society - Bonsai Auction
2025-03-08 09:30 - 16:00 | Veteran’s Park in Delray Beach, FL, 802 NE 1st St., Delray Beach, Florida, 33483, United States
Lighthouse Bonsai Society – Bonsai Auction March 8, 2025 – 9:30am viewing, 10am start Veteran’s Park in Delray Beach, FL 802 NE 1st St., Delray Beach, FL 33483

For questions or to sign up as a vendor, contact Joe at joem829@aol.com Silent auction donations will be accepted until 9:30 am

We thank our sponsors for their support:

My O My Bonsai 954-895-5727

Premier Quality Consultants 954-304-3531

Florida Bonsai Festival
2025-04-12 09:00 - 2025-04-13 18:00 | Florida
Florida Bonsai Festival, Jacksonville, FL, April 12th & 13th, 9:00AM – 6:00PM, 12985 Chameleon Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32223

The North Florida Bonsai Club in Jacksonville is holding their second annual Florida Bonsai Festival on April 12 to 13. There are workshops, vendors and demonstrations. This is a big event that you should not miss. Signup in advance here: https://flbonsaifest.square.site/

The Bonsai Society of SW Florida 2025 Annual Auction
2025-04-26 09:00 - 13:00 | Berne Davis Gardens, 2166 Virginia Ave., Fort Myers, Florida, 33901, United States
The Bonsai Society of SW Florida 2025 Annual Auction

Saturday April 26, 2025, 9am-1pm at the Berne Davis Park, 2166 Virginia Ave., Fort Myers, FL.

Dave’s “Grab ‘n Go”: 9am to Noon – An assortment of items, $10 or less.

Two Auctions: Silent and Live. You are welcome to participate in both.

The Silent Auction, from 9am to 11:30am is a display of Trees and related items. You may also “Buy It Now” at the price on the tree.

The Live Auction is 11am to Noon. This is a chance to purchase some marvelous trees, often at a very low price.

These Auctions will give you the opportunity to acquire basic, as well as professionally developed trees, at the best prices in the area. Start your collection now.

Free Parking, Free Admission

Visit us at www.bonsaiswfl.org

World Bonsai Day Celebration by Hukyu Bonsai Society.
2025-05-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Moccasin Lake Nature Park, 2750 Park Trail Lane, Clearwater, Florida, 33759, United States
World Bonsai Day Celebration. Presented by Hukyu Bonsai Society.

May 10, 2025, 10am-12pm
Moccasin Lake Nature Park
2750 Park Trail Lane
Clearwater, FL 33759

World Bonsai Day celebrations offer a platform for artists to appreciate and recognize bonsai. The event also promotes bonsai and these sentiments to members of the general public who are not as familiar with the ancient art.

Bonsai displays

Bonsai styling and repotting demo

Raffle

Free event – open to the publicEveryone Welcome!

For more information, contact us at:hukyubonsaisociety@gmail.com

Exploring Bonsai
2025-05-10 10:00 - 2025-05-11 14:00 | Oak Hammock at UF, 5100 SW 25th Blvd, Gainesville, Florida, 32608, United States
Exploring Bonsai

Presented by Gainesville Bonsai Society and Bonsai Club of Oak Hammock

May 10, 2025, 10am-4pm
May 11, 2025, 10am-2pm
Oak Hammock at UF
5100 SW 25th Blvd
Gainesville, FL

Don’t miss this unique and special exhibit. Enjoy an assortment of spectacular Bonsai tress and ornamental displays. There are live demonstrations, free giveaways every hare, and starter Bonsai tress and supplises for sale. Our club memmbers are also on hand to answer questions about Bonsai.

Bonsai Societies of Florida 2025 Convention
2025-05-23 08:00 - 2025-05-25 19:00 | Florida
The BSF 2025 convention is bringing a fresh take on bonsai exhibitions. With the theme “Let’s Do Something Different,” this event from May 23 to 25 will showcase innovative bonsai displays that go beyond traditional presentations. Join us in celebrating the imaginative side of bonsai art. Artists, enthusiasts, and collectors from Florida and the southern region will come together to highlight Florida’s creative spirit. Be part of this unique artistic event!

More about the 2025 BSF Convention

Intro to Bonsai Workshop
2025-05-23 13:30 - 2025-05-25 10:00 | Florida
Join our Intro to Bonsai Workshops at the 2025 BSF Convention, running Friday to Sunday

You leave the workshop with:

Basic understanding of bonsai artform

Bonsai composition (tree, soil, pot, wire)

Care sheet for your new tree

Visit the Bonsai Workshops webpage

Let's show Bonsai to the world
2025-05-25 13:30 - 16:30 | Florida
“Let’s show Bonsai to the world” – That is the mission of BSF

The 2025 BSF Convention team is determined to show the world our bonsai art. As usual, the Vendor Room, the Exhibit, the Raffles, and the Auction, are open and free to the public. For the members, we offer a complimentary ticket to observe one event. Attendee registration gives access to the entire convention, and the ability to buy a workshop (all details here: https://bonsai-bsf.com/about-bsf-conventions/)

What about the general public? – Well now, how about a FREE demo too?
This free demo features the talents of Toby Diaz and Hiram Macias, two of the best in Florida. Anyone can watch this event, taking place in the Vendor Room, just by walking in. No Member Perk, no registration, or BSF Member status.
Anyone!

This demo will feature a very challenging Turks cap hibiscus for these two magnificent artists to test their skills upon, let’s see what happens….

Where: Orlando, Fl Florida Hotel and Conference Center BSF TABLE in the vendor room When: BSF convention Sunday May 25, 2025 1:30-4:30

Sho Fu Bonsai Show & Exhibit
2025-07-12 10:00 - 16:00 | St. Mark’s Church, 508 Riviera St., Venice, Florida, 34285
Bonsai Show & Exhibit

By Sho Fu Bonsai Society of Sarasota

St. Mark’s Church, 508 Riviera St., Venice FL

Exhibit opens at 10 am

Silent Auction 10 am to Noon

Free demonstration by Larry Naeder of Thunderstruck Bonsai at 10:30 am

Free Lunch at Noon

Exhibit Tour at 1 pm

Raffle at 3 pm

Free demonstration by Sho Fu president Christopher Cosenza at 2 pm

Contact ShoFuBonsai@Gmail.com

Bonsai at the Zoo
2025-08-16 10:00 - 2025-08-17 15:00 | Nyami Nyami River Lodge, 8225 North Wickham Road, Melbourne, Florida, 32940, United States
Bonsai at the Brevard Zoo Aug 16-17

Annual Bonsai at the Zoo
This is a 2-day cooperative event between Brevard Zoo and the Bonsai Society of Brevard (BSOB), where club members showcase their trees amidst the beauty and adventure of the Zoo atmosphere. Enjoy local bonsai, vendors, free demonstrations, and more!

When: August 16-17, 2025 (10a-3p)
Where: Nyami Nyami River Lodge,
Brevard Zoo, Melbourne, FL 32940
Entrance Fee: Included with Zoo Admission
Sponsored by Bonsai Society of Brevard

9th U.S. National Bonsai Exhibition Learning Seminars
2025-09-12 07:30 - 2025-09-13 17:00 | Florida
The 9th U.S. National Bonsai Exhibition Learning Seminars sponsored by the American Bonsai Society

The American Bonsai Society Learning Seminars at the official hotel of the US National Bonsai Exhibition will offer workshops and seminars, as well as some of the best artists in North America giving private styling demonstrations on bonsai material.

https://www.americanbonsaisociety.org/

Visit the American Bonsai Society website

9th U.S. National Bonsai Exhibition
2025-09-13 08:30 - 2025-09-14 19:30 | Florida
See the finest bonsai in the United States at the 9th U.S. National Bonsai Exhibition.

Join people from around the world for the 9th U.S. National Bonsai Exhibition where over 200 of the finest Bonsai in the country will be on display.

https://www.usnationalbonsai.com/

Schedule and Tickets

Gold Coast Bonsai Auction
2025-10-04 09:00 - 16:00 | City of Sunrise Village Meeting Hall, 6800 Sunset Strip, Sunrise, Florida, 33313, United States
Gold Coast Bonsai Auction

City of Sunrise Village Meeting Hall, 6800 Sunset Strip, Sunrise, FL

Bonsia Trees, Pre-Bonsai, Pots, Tools, Silent Auction and more.

We acept cash, checks, and credit cards.

View items 9:00am to 9:30am

Auction starts at 9:30 am

Refreshments, Friends and Fun!

For more information contact : contact@goldcoastbonsai.com

12th Annual Bonsai Auction by BSOB.
2025-10-17 10:00 - 15:00 | F. Burton Smith Park, 7575 W. King St, Cocoa, Florida, 32926, United States
12th Annual Bonsai Auction and Picnic hosted by BSOB.

October 17, 2026. 10am setup, 11am festivities start.

Who:

BSOB (Brevard) – Coordinator

CFBC (Central Florida)

HUKYU (Tampa, Clearwater)

KAWA (NE Florida)

TCBS (Treasure Coast)

When: Saturday, October 17, 2026

Where: F. Burton Smith Park,7575 W. King St, Cocoa, Fl(On 520 in West Brevard County)

Details: LINK for 2026 details coming later

Pulled Pork, Hotdogs, condiments, & beverages provided. Bring a dish to share!

10a – setup for live and silent auction

11a – auctions open for viewing; lunch setup drawing starts for American Bonsai toolset

12p – live auction begins, silent auction continuous

3p – auctions close

Live Auction Limit – TBD items

Silent Auction Limit – TBD items15% seller paid commissionSellers signup in advance.(Link to signup coming later.)Credit cards, cash, checks

Heathcote Fall Garden Festival - 2025 Free Admission
2025-10-18 09:00 - 2025-10-19 16:00 | Heathcote Botanical Gardens, 210 Savannah Rd, Fort Pierce, Florida, 34982, United States
2025 Heathcote Fall Garden Festival and More – Free Admission

Come help celebrate Jim Smith’s 100th Birthday! On Sunday, Oct. 19, during its annual Garden Fest, Heathcote Botanical Gardens will host a bonsai bash in honor of Jim’s 100th Birthday. Jim is no longer with us, but his legacy survives at Heathcote and in the hearts and minds of an entire generation of bonsai artists.

— The great Ed Trout will style a 150-year-old buttonwood.— A memorial service will be held, with folks’ remembrances of Jim.— Jim’s favorite quaffs — Landshark, root beer and Yoo-Hoo – will be served along with cake and other goodies.— A build-a-bonsai workshop for parents and children.— A demo of new techniques in the bonsai world.–There will be numerous other activities including a pie-making contest.

BSOB 11th Annual Bonsai Auction and Picnic
2025-10-18 10:00 - 15:00 | Florida
October 18, 2025. 10am setup, 11am festivities start. 11th Annual Bonsai Auction and Picnic hosted by BSOB. We continue to have record breaking attendance, so come join us for food and great trees too. Sellers at the auction need to be members of a BSF club (or a member at large). Seller signup here: https://forms.office.com/r/SqTAvD9T2t

https://bonsaisocietyofbrevard.com/bonsai-club-auction-and-picnic-2025/

Joy of Bonsai 2026
2026-02-06 09:00 - 2026-02-08 17:00 | Shley’s Bonsai & Supplies, 2745 Audubon Ave, DeLand, FL, 32720, United States
20th Annual Joy of Bonsai 2026, Feb 6-8

Bonsai Display

Presentations

Auction

Workshops

With Guest Artists Randy Bennett and Larry Naedler. Collected Bald Cypress and Crape Myrtle, Juniper Wiring, and Bring Your Own Tree.

9am start each day.

Multiple workshops available

Auction is 4pm Sunday.

Join us for fun, fellowship and Bonsia.

Shley’s Bonsai & Supplies, 2745 Audubon Ave, DeLand, FL 32720(386) 675-3118https://www.kawabonsaisociety.com/

Bonsia Exhibition - Broward Bonsai Society
2026-03-07 09:30 - 2026-03-08 16:00 | Flamingo Gardens, 3750 Flamingo Road, Davie, Florida, 33330
Broward Bonsai Society 19th Annual Bonsai Exhibition

At the Flamingo Gardens Wildlife Sanctuary Botanical Garden

Demonstrations

Auction

Raffles

Free and Open to the public

Bonsai Auction - Lighthouse Bonsai Society
2026-03-21 09:30 - 17:00 | Veterans Park Recreation Center, 802 NE 1st Street, Delray Beach, Florida, 33483, United States
Bonsai Auction at Veteran’s Park in Delray Beach, FL

Viewing: 9:30 am

Live Auction: 10:00 am

For questions contact Joe at joem829@aol.com or call 954-895-5727

German Arellano - Bonsai Society of Brevard
2026-03-21 13:00 - 15:00 | St Timothy’s Lutheran Church, 1903 Croton Rd, Melbourne,, Florida, 32935
German Arellano – Columbian Bonsai Artist Demonstration.

German Arellano is a Colombian bonsai artist known for blending the early training he received from his mother with the advanced techniques he later studied under respected teachers, including Chase Rosade and several leading Latin American masters. His work today centers on teaching, demonstrating, and developing trees at his nursery in Cali, where he’s built a reputation for skill, clarity, and a warm, approachable teaching style that resonates with students and enthusiasts alike. https://www.facebook.com/manchobonsai/

He will be doing demos at:Bonsai Society of Brevard on March 21st at 1pmbonsaisocietyofbrevard.com

German Arellano - Central Florida Bonsa Club
2026-03-22 00:00 - 23:59 | Florida
Time to be announced.

German Arellano – Columbian Bonsai Artist Demonstration.

German Arellano is a Colombian bonsai artist known for blending the early training he received from his mother with the advanced techniques he later studied under respected teachers, including Chase Rosade and several leading Latin American masters. His work today centers on teaching, demonstrating, and developing trees at his nursery in Cali, where he’s built a reputation for skill, clarity, and a warm, approachable teaching style that resonates with students and enthusiasts alike. https://www.facebook.com/manchobonsai/

He will be doing demos at:Central Florida Bonsa Club on Mar 22nd (time to be announced later)centralfloridabonsaiclub.com

Bonsai Society of SW Florida Annual Auction
2026-04-18 09:00 - 13:00 | Berne Davis Gardens, 2166 Virginia Ave, Fort Myers, Florida, 33901, United States
The Bonsai Society of Southwest Florida invites you to attend our Annual Bonsai Auction. This special event offers a wonderful opportunity to find exceptional deals at Dave’s Grab ‘n Go, as well as participate in both live and silent auctions.Join us on April 18th from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a morning of unique finds and community engagement. We look forward to seeing you there.

Sho Fu Bonsai Club Auction
2026-04-25 09:00 - 17:00 | Florida
Sho Fu Bonsai Society of Sarasota

Proudly presents our Bonsai, Pre-bonsai, Pots, etc.

LIVE and SILENT auctions! It’s a fun time for all, and a great way to add to your collection, whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned artist!

shofubonsai@gmail.com

Saturday, April 25, 2026

Preview starts at 9 am

Auction starts at 10:00am

St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 508 Riviera Street, Venice, FL 34285

US41 south to Palermo, west to Riviera

Intro to Bonsai Class
2026-05-23 00:00 - 2026-05-24 23:59 | Florida Hotel and Conference Center, 1500 Sand Lake Road, Orlando, Florida, 32809, United States
Create your own bonsai with guidance from expert instructors. Choose your tree and pot, then learn the fundamentals of styling, pruning, and long‑term care. While you’re here, explore the bonsai exhibit for inspiration and visit the vendor room to pick up supplies for your next project.

Sat May 23 (9-12:30 & 1:30-5)Sun May 24 (9-12:30)

Hosted by BSF as part of the BSF Convention 2026
