"Lilac Sunday" at the Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University

Take part in a beloved Boston tradition! Of the thousands of flowering plants in the Arboretum, only one, the lilac, is singled out each year for a day-long celebration. Tours of the lilacs, dance performances, picnicking (allowed on this special day only), and family activities make for a memorable, family day.

Though conditions this year have encouraged many plants in the collection to flower early, there will still be lilacs and many other spring bloomers to admire on Lilac Sunday. Tours of the lilacs and other special collections, live music, family activities, food vendors and picnicking (on this special day only), make for a memorable day.

Family Activities
—Hunnewell Lawn

• Lilac memory card game
• Design your own Mother’s Day card
• Lilac and pollinator temporary tattoos
• Origami
• Fragrance tests
• Mug board for photos