2026 VOS Orchid Show
This is an American Orchid Society (AOS)–sanctioned show, featuring AOS-judged competition exhibits from visiting societies, along with orchid sales, orchid-inspired artwork, educational presentations, and more.
The 2026 Virginia Orchid Society Show will be held on Friday, February 27th. through Sunday, March 1st.
The orchid displays will be in the Garden Café and the Kelly Education Center; the art exhibit in the gallery of the Robins Visitor Center; and the sales and lectures in the Kelly Education Center.
See Exhibits of Award-Winning Orchids!
At the heart of the 2026 VOS Orchid Show are competition exhibits judged by the American Orchid Society, where some of the finest orchids on display are evaluated by accredited judges. These exhibits showcase exceptional blooms, striking forms, and expert growing skill. Visitors have a chance to see award-worthy orchids up close and learn what truly sets the best plants apart.
Displays will be presented by these visiting orchid societies:
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- Blue Ridge Orchids Society
- Charlottesville Orchid Society
- National Capital Orchid Society
- Peninsula Orchid Society
- Tidewater Orchid Society
- Triangle Orchid Society
Attend Lectures from Orchid Experts!
All lectures held in the Azalea Room, Kelly Education Center.
Friday, February 27
- 2 pm – 3 pm: “A Review of Pots and Potting Mix for Orchids”
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- Stefanie Jarrell, Quarter Acre Orchids
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- 3 pm – 4 pm: Orchid Care Session – “ Repotting Orchids : a hands-on demonstration”
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- 4 pm : Questions and Answers Session with VOS experts
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Saturday, February 28
- 10 am – 11 am: “A Window for Every Orchid”
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- Peter Breed, Orchid Classics
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- 11:30 am – 12:30 pm: “Growing Miniature Orchids in the House.”
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- Cordelia Head, J&L Orchids
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- 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm: “How to grow the most common orchids available today.”
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- Ken Meier, AOS judge
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- 3 pm – 4 pm: “Bulbophyllums: A Guide to Understanding Orchid Pollinators.”
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- Pearl McReynolds, Chadwick & Son Orchids
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Sunday, March 1
- 11:30 am – 12:30 pm: “Growing Tropical Slipper Orchids for Fun and Show”
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- Bill Goldner, Woodstream Orchids
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- 1 pm – 2 pm: “Easy to Grow Orchids You May Not Know About”
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- Barry Woolf, Ten Shin Gardens
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See Orchid Themed Artworks!
Artworks will be displayed in the art gallery space in the Robins Visitor Center building from February 27 until March 29, 2026.
Buy Orchids from Trusted Vendors!
- Virginia Orchid Society Member Sales – Our own VOS members present their home-grown orchids and other plants, supplies, and books!
- J&L Orchids – beautiful flowers – 10% discount for pre-orders made on their website by Tuesday, February 24 at 7 p.m.
- 580Pottery – Handcrafted hanging and self-watering planters.
- Art by Karolyn Hawthorne: Local jewelry artist – Facebook & Instagram
- Chadwick & Son Orchids – Richmond’s premier orchid supplier.
- Orchid Classics – Classic, beautiful orchid species.
- Ten Shin Gardens – Exotic and classic orchids from Taiwan.
- Woodstream Orchids – MD orchid growers focused on Paphs and Phrags.
- Quarter Acre Orchids – Orchid supplies from clear pots to potting mediums.
More Information About Our 2026 Show
2026 VOS Show Lecture Schedule (PDF)
2026 LGBG Site Plan (PDF)
2026 LGBG Visitor Site Plan (PDF)
2026 VOS Show Exhibitor Rules (PDF)
2026 Artwork Entry Form and Rules (PDF)
2026 List of Vendors (PDF)
Our 2025 Show
Visit our Show Photos page for pictures from previous years!