Maymont will be buzzing with plants for sale and garden-related activities during Herbs Galore on Saturday, April 26, from 8am–3pm. Dozens of nurseries, specialty growers and artisanal product vendors will spread out across the 6-acre Carriage House Lawn, along with live music, food vendors and fun activities for all ages.
For convenience, Herbs Galore features a plant-check area, a loading zone and an outdoor food court. Event-goers can park their purchases and explore Maymont’s grounds and gardens during peak blooming season. Event admission includes a free audio tour of the historic Italian Garden and entry to The Robins Nature Center. Throughout the day, plant experts will give demos and talks on the main stage, alternating with musical interludes by the Richmond Indigenous Gourd Orchestra.
Food trucks will offer a variety of breakfast and lunch treats perfect for a picnic, including a refreshing selection of mimosas (with ID). Budding young gardeners can try out crafts and activities at the Education Station. Gardening enthusiasts can also sign up for Container Garden Workshops led by Maymont staff this spring, starting with Salad Greens on March 19 & 20, Mixed Herbs on April 23 & 24, and Hanging Baskets on May 21 & 22.
Plant lovers are encouraged to bring a wagon to carry home the bounty of plants and gardening products — rare and common herbs, annuals, perennials, trees, vegetables, herbal products and accessories — everything they need to stock their gardens or window boxes. Participating vendors include Colesville Nursery as well as purveyors of pepper plants, easy-to-grow succulents and popular native species, plus artisanal products like hand-crafted garden accessories and edible treats derived from herbs. This marks the 40th time Maymont has hosted Herbs Galore, and the thirtieth year the International Herb Association has selected an herb of the year, which is Chamomile in 2025.
“Herbs Galore is a perfect place for plant lovers to share their passion for gardening, whether you’re an expert gardener looking for something new or a beginner who wants to chat with experienced growers,” said Parke Richeson, Maymont President and CEO. “Come for the spring plant market and stay for a chance to explore all that Maymont has to offer while Richmond is in peak blooming season.”
Ticket Information
Advance ticket purchase is recommended. Admission is $10 per person, $6 for children ages 3-16, and free for Maymont members and participants in the Museums for All program*. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit Maymont.org. Event admission may also be purchased in person on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays by visiting The Robins Nature Center or Stone Barn Welcome Center between 10am–5pm. *Museums for All participants may reserve free event admission for themselves and up to 3 guests by presenting an EBT card at one of these locations in advance, or at check-in on the day of the event.
Parking Information
Free parking is available by the Hampton Street entrance (1700 Hampton Street) or The Robins Nature Center (2201 Shields Lake Drive), or Maymont Farm (1001 Spottswood Road). Guests are encouraged to use ride-sharing or public transit, as neighborhood parking is limited. The grounds are open only to event participants until 3 pm, when Maymont will reopen to the general public until 7pm.
Event proceeds help care for Maymont year round. The event is rain or shine, and tickets are non-refundable, except in the case that Maymont cancels the event.
About Maymont
Maymont, located in the heart of Richmond, Virginia, is a well-preserved 100 acres where all are welcome to connect with history, nature, wildlife and each other. Built as a Gilded Age estate overlooking the James River, Maymont opened to the public in 1926 and today offers free admission to explore its miles of walking paths through rolling hills, beautiful landscaped gardens, a petting farm and the Virginia Wildlife Trail* with habitats for rescued native animals. In addition, Maymont offers guided and self-guided tours of the 1893 Maymont Mansion*, historic estate buildings and gardens, plus the immersive “Run of the River” experience highlighting the remarkable ecology of the James River in The Robins Nature Center. Since 1975, the nonprofit Maymont Foundation has been entrusted to care for this unique place, galvanizing community support around its mission to delight, educate and inspire all who visit. Maymont annually welcomes over 800,000 guests and is consistently ranked among the region’s top attractions by travelers and locals alike.
