The Hudson Garden Club’s 2026 Hudson Home and Garden Tour is Friday, June 12, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturday, June 13, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The 2026 Tour has been created to inspire those who enjoy gardening as well as those who appreciate good design alike.
This year’s tour includes:
The tour takes place rain or shine. Booties are worn inside all the homes which will be provided to guests when they pick up the Tour Program Booklet. Pick up your Tour Program booklet and booties at East Woods School, 120 N. Hayden Parkway.
The Garden Shop and Tea Room
To complement the journey, guests are invited to enjoy the Garden Shop and The Tea Room.
The Garden Shop is a destination for those looking to bring a piece of the tour’s inspiration home. Browse a collection of plants, garden décor, and unique finds specifically chosen for the discerning gardener. The Garden Shop is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday.
The Tea Room offers a traditional respite for those attending the tour. Guests can enjoy complimentary light refreshments and discuss the day’s inspirations. The Tea Room is open from 1 to 4 p.m. on Friday and 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday.
Both the shop and Tea Room are at East Woods Intermediate School, 120 N. Hayden Parkway. The shop is open to the public, with no ticket necessary. The Tea Room serves an assortment of complimentary homemade cookies and ice tea, and a visit to the Tea Room is included with the tour admission.
Preview tour theme ‘A Return to the Garden’
This year’s preview party is Thursday June 11, from 5 to 9 p.m.
The preview party includes an exclusive sneak peek at the unique homes offered at this year’s event. In addition, guests will enjoy a tour of one of Hudson’s most historic properties, the return of a legacy property on the Tour in 1948 and 1966, accessible exclusively during the preview party.
The evening will conclude with a celebration toast featuring a signature cocktail and hors d’oeuvres.
A limited number of tickets are available. The preview party ticket includes access to the featured garden-only properties during regular Tour hours on Friday and Saturday. Guests must be 21 years or older to attend.
Ticket information
Purchase tickets by visiting www.hudsonhomeandgardentour.org online, or go to HOUSE at Hudson, the club’s local partner, at 46 Ravenna St. Suite D4.
Tickets are non-refundable.
Online pre-sale tour tickets are $35 plus a processing fee through June 10 only.
Preview party tickets are $100 plus processing fee, and are only available online. Only 125 preview party tickets are available.
In-person ticket sales at HOUSE at Hudson are available for $35 during store hours through June 10. Cash and checks only are accepted.
During the event, those wishing to go on the tour can visit the ticket tent at East Woods Intermediate School, 120 N. Hayden Parkway. These tickets are available for $45 between 9:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. on Friday, June 12, and from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 13. There will be a processing fee for those using a credit card. Cash and checks are accepted.
For details on ticket locations, parking, and tour logistics, and more, visit www.hudsonhomeandgardentour.org.
Proceeds benefit scholarships, grants
A portion of the proceeds from the tour are earmarked for the club’s scholarship fund. The tour also funds:
To date this community giving initiative has donated more than $1 million to the community, according to the garden club.
In 1947 Hudson Garden Club conducted the first garden-only tour as a way to share gardens with other garden lovers.
Email info@hudsongardenclub.org or visit www.hudsongardenclub.org for details.
This article originally appeared on Akron Beacon Journal: Hudson Home and Garden Tour includes historic property, three gardens
Reporting by April Helms, Akron Beacon Journal / Akron Beacon Journal
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