Toronto Bonsai Society
2026 Fall Exhibition & Sale
Saturday & Sunday, October 17–18, 2026 • 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Toronto Botanical Garden • 777 Lawrence Avenue East
Children under 12 free • Sales areas free for everyone
Experience the rare beauty and unique elegance of some of Canada’s most stunning bonsai in their Fall glory.
Exhibition
From small trees that fit into the palm of your hand, to trees older than your grandparents! Come see a wide variety of Canada’s premier bonsai, as well as trees that are just starting their journey. Each event is different, with different trees featured — see them in their colourful autumnal glory!
- Live demonstration and raffle of the demo bonsai on Sunday.
- Raffle tickets available for purchase at the Merchandise booth.
- See bonsai in various stages of development in the dedicated Trees-in-Training section.
- Guided tours throughout both days, including French-language tours at 11:00 AM.
Schedule
Saturday, October 17
- Admissions desk, Exhibition & Sales Areas open to the public
- Guided Tour (French language)
- Pine Presentation & DemonstrationGerald Rainville
- Children & Youth Workshop (drop-in)
- Guided Tour
- Penjing PresentationMarianne Duhamel
- Guided Tour
- Overwintering PresentationHugo Duguay
- Children & Youth Workshop (drop-in)
- Guided Tour
- Exhibition & Sales Areas close for the day
Sunday, October 18
- Admissions desk, Exhibition & Sales Areas open to the public
- Guided Tour (French language)
- Youth Workshop (drop-in)
- Guided Tour
- Live Bonsai DemonstrationVisiting guest artist Hugo Duguay with special guest Gerald Rainville
- Guided Tour
- Raffle of the Demo BonsaiRaffle tickets at the Merch Counter
- Exhibition & Sales Areas close
Special Guests
Gerald Rainville — Shikoku Bonsai Canada (British Columbia)
With over 45 years of experience and a traditional apprenticeship in Takamatsu, Japan, Gerald is one of Canada’s most respected bonsai artists. He will be leading the Pine Presentation & Demonstration on Saturday and joining Hugo Duguay for Sunday’s live demonstration — and will be bringing exclusive bonsai specimens from Shikoku Bonsai Canada available for purchase at the show.
Marianne Duhamel — Montréal Botanical Garden (Québec)
A horticulturist specializing in Penjing at the Montréal Botanical Garden, Marianne will lead the Penjing Presentation on Saturday afternoon.
Hugo Duguay — Visiting Guest Artist (Québec)
A passionate Canadian bonsai artist from Québec, Hugo will present on overwintering bonsai on Saturday and lead Sunday’s live bonsai demonstration with Gerald Rainville.
Workshops
Young bonsai enthusiasts can drop in for exclusive Toronto Bonsai Society Children & Youth workshops on Saturday or Sunday. Free with show admission.
Three Sales Areas
Bonsai, pre-bonsai and plant material, soils and substrates, tools, pots, stands and other related items. All sales areas are open to the public.
TBS Merch Booth — Lobby
Exclusive and limited-edition TBS branded merchandise, plus raffle tickets.
Cash, credit and debit accepted.
TBS Members’ Sales — Garden Hall
Sales area featuring items from TBS members.
Cash, credit and debit accepted.
Vendor Sales — Garden Hall Courtyard
Visiting vendors with trees, pots, tools and supplies.
Vendor payment options may vary.
Admission
- Get your tickets online on Eventbrite.
- Tickets will also be available at Admissions on the day of the show, payable by cash or card.
- Children under 12 are free.
- Sales areas are free for everyone.
- Refunds available up to 5 days before the event.
Getting There
Toronto Botanical Garden
777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON M3C 1P2
Parking: Paid parking on site, with accessible spots near the main entrance.
TTC: Bus routes 51 Leslie and 162 Lawrence-Donway. Accessible via Line 5 Eglinton (Crosstown) and Line 1 Yonge-University. See the TBG’s updated 2026 directions.
After the show, you’re welcome to visit the main gardens — the outdoor gardens are open daily from dawn until dusk and free for all.
Don’t Miss It!
A weekend of bonsai inspiration, education and community — whether you’re a seasoned enthusiast or just curious, there’s something for everyone.