The Garden Party

Focus on Nature's 8th annual Garden Party, a highlight of Guelph’s social calendar will be held in the beautiful gardens at the Mactaggart Family Farm, home of Bill and Leslie Mactaggart, at 8124 Side Road 20, on Saturday, September 14th from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

The Garden Party will feature a new photo exhibit by young photographers, music by talented performers, tasty treats and refreshments, and lots of great prizes on the silent auction and penny sale tables.

The event is free and open to the public, thanks to event sponsors.

No tickets to purchase but donations to support the program will be gratefully accepted. Guests are asked to register in advance on Eventbrite.

Details about our Venue

This year's Garden Party will be taking place in the gardens at the Mactaggart Family Farm. The Mactaggart Gardens surround an 1850 red brick farmhouse and covers about 1.5 acres. The garden has been a work in progress since 1986 when the home was purchased by the current owners Bill and Leslie Mactaggart. The entrance of the house features two hand-assembled dry stone walls as well as Victorian-style porches and a gazebo.

Surrounding this beautiful home are the large perennial gardens featuring hostas, heucheras, daylilies, sedums, and a variety of trees and shrubs. You can also find a dedicated dahlia garden. While wandering the gardens you will find two arbours, created by Graeme Sheffield, a Guelph metal artist as well as many garden sculptures including works by Stephen Lewis and Andre Drenters.

Previously seen on a number of Guelph and local garden tours, this is not a garden you want to miss out on.

Host or Publisher Focus on Nature