Garden Walk

Join Us

Please join us, rain or shine, for a walk through some of the most creative, beautiful, and personal gardens Evanston has to offer. Most gardens are navigable for most, although steep inclines and steps do occur in some. See the note about accessibility in the FAQ below. Maps are provided to ticketholders.

Featuring

Eight carefully curated, unique gardens from all around our city.

A sneak peek at just a few of the gardens on the Walk includes:

• Can’t decide between English and prairie styles? This 1880s home displays both in an artful way.
• Meander through a roomy backyard with large swathes of perennials that pop with color and texture all season long.
• Skillful use of shade-loving plants and containers make full use of the space under one of the largest Cottonwood trees in Evanston.

Also, find out how to use ecologically sound practices like native plants inyour garden.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if there is inclement weather on the day of the garden walk?

• • The garden walk takes place rain or shine. We don't schedule rain days.

Are there children's prices?

• • There are no special children's prices, but for children under 12, the garden walk is free! (No strollers are allowed in the featured gardens, however.)

Are there accommodations for accessibility?

Proceeds Go to the EEA

All proceeds from the Garden Walk help provide scholarships for children to attend the Evanston Ecology Center's summer camps.

To learn more about the summer camps and apply for scholarships visit our page on Ecology Camp Scholarships. 

Contact Us

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Tickets
Important Ticket Information

• TICKET DISCOUNTS. Get a $5 discount on each regular Garden Walk ticket purchased by joining the EEA prior to purchase.
• BRING "PAYMENT RECEIPT" FOR ADMISSION TO EVENT. A printout of the email you receive shortly after you purchase your online tickets [Subject: "EEA (Evanston Environmental Association) Payment receipt"] will serve as your ticket(s) to the Garden Walk on the day of the event.
  
• REFUNDS. No refunds.
  

Ticket Prices

EEA Member (Prior to day of event)	$20
Nonmember (Prior to day of event)	$25
All tickets (Day of Event)	$30
Group - 6 or more (Prior to day of event)	$20 each

Purchase Tickets

• ONLINE. Garden Walk tickets can be purchased online by clicking the "Purchase Tickets" button below. 
• IN-PERSON. Tickets will be available for purchase in-person at several locations. CLICK HERE FOR IN-PERSON TICKET SALE LOCATIONS.  On the day of the event, the only location to purchase tickets is the Evanston Ecology Center, 2024 McCormick Blvd, where they will be available from 11 am to 3 pm.