Sofia’s Play Garden Grand Opening

Join us on May 26 from 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. as we open Sofia’s Play Garden to the public! This amazing acre is thoughtfully designed to spark imagination, discovery, and joy for visitors of all ages. With hidden adventures around every corner and features that bring nature, play, and learning together, it offers an inclusive, sensory-friendly environment where children and families can explore, grow, and build meaningful relationships with the natural world.

Join in the fun and reserve tickets now at lauritzengardens.org/tickets

INTERACTIVE PLAY:
From water features and bird wings to produce shops and rope bridges, every corner of Sofia’s Play Garden is designed to engage young minds and bodies in joyful, interactive exploration.

SENSORY-FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES:
Whether they’re drumming on outdoor instruments, following the twists of a labyrinth, or hearing the wind bring sculptures to life, children of all abilities can discover nature in fun, sensory-rich ways.

A PLACE THAT IS PLANT-FOCUSED:
Explore the roots of the prairie, gently explore textures in the plant petting zoo, see what’s sprouting in the community garden, and uncover even more leafy surprises growing across this amazing acre!

FOSTERING A LOVE OF NATURE IN KIDS OF ALL AGES
Every corner of the garden invites you to connect with nature—stop to smell the flowers, create dams in the stream, or craft a structure from sticks and stones. These thoughtfully designed spaces help kids (and grownups) fall in love with the natural world, one discovery at a time!