Special Event

Art in Bloom

Friday, May 1–Sunday, May 3, 2026
During Museum hours
Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
Included with General Admission

Celebrating 50 Years of Art in Bloom

This beloved annual event marks the beginning of spring in Boston and showcases the expertise of New England garden clubs, professional designers, and MFA floral volunteers, who create interpretive arrangements inspired by artworks from the collection. Enjoy dozens of bold arrangements throughout the building, along with special events, dining, and shopping, with more programming to be announced soon. Don’t miss the special exhibition “Framing Nature: Gardens and Imagination” on your visit—timed tickets are free with general admission and can be reserved online or at any ticket desk.

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Group Visits

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Private Group Tours

$500
15 people maximum

Reserve a one-hour guided tour, offered every half hour, on Thursday, April 30, and Friday, May 1, only.

Special Events

Member Night

Saturday, May 2, 2026
6–10 pm
Free for members

Celebrate another exciting year of fine art and floral arrangements during this members-only night of Art in Bloom at the MFA. Members delight in exclusive viewing of Art in Bloom and enjoy access to all galleries and exhibitions, including “Framing Nature: Gardens and Imagination.” Unique dining options, shopping, and art making add to this festive annual event. Tickets are available in spring 2026!

Ticket Required

Sponsors

MFA Associates
PNC Bank

Sponsored by the MFA Associates and PNC Bank.

Arbella Insurance Foundation
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Yellow Wood Partners logo

Additional support from Arbella Insurance Foundation, Print House, Yellow Wood Partners, and The Newbury of Brookline.

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Media Partner