2025 Meetings and Events Schedule
Discover the fascinating world of orchids. From their origins to the intricate cultivation techniques, we are here to share our passion and knowledge with you. Embark on a journey of discovery, learning, and appreciation.
Scroll to see all of our upcoming events.
Click Through The Calendar to See All of Our Events Coming Up
Guests and interested individuals are always welcome at any regular meeting, but non-members should not attend more than two meetings in a calendar year without paying for a membership. The Annual Meeting (December) is open only to members.
General Information for DOS Meetings
The Denver Orchid Society meets on the 2nd Tuesday of every month, with the exception of a winter break in January and February. Our meetings include a short business discussion, an informal show-and-tell, an expert speaker orchid presentation, and the sale of orchid plants.
We currently meet at Denver Botanic Gardens (DBG). Meeting rooms vary. Check calendar.
Join Us
Upcoming Meetings & Events
Orchids After Dark
🌙
Orchids After Dark @ Fantasy Orchids
Although we won’t have a regular meeting in January, we do have a special event planned!
This is a wonderful opportunity to visit Fantasy Orchids, one of Colorado’s only commercial orchid
greenhouses. The Denver Orchid Society has partnered with Fantasy Orchids to allow up to 28 DOS
members to attend an Orchids after Dark event. This event will take place on January 30th and begin
at 6 pm. Members will receive exclusive access to walk around and view all of the orchids at Fantasy Orchids
and get to experience all of the unique smells and visuals only available in the evening! This is a no-cost event, and we can assist with carpooling arrangements.
Please sign up here!
If we exceed 28 sign-ups, we will randomly select 28 members using a random number generator for all who have signed up by January 16th.
Event Details:
Date: Friday, January 30, 2026
Time: 6:00 pm – 7:15 pm
Location: 830 W Cherry St, Louisville, CO 80027 (Fantasy Orchids Greenhouse)
Cost: Free for DOS members
Attendance Limit: 28 members
Sign-up deadline: January 16, 2026
If more than 28 members sign up, participants will be selected at random from all who register
by January 16th , using a random number generator.
For questions, please contact Elliot at elliotzettas@gmail.com
Denver Orchid Society Spring Show and Sale
The Denver Orchid Society Spring Show and Sale is a must-see event for plant lovers, featuring beautifully curated orchid exhibits that highlight the artistry and diversity of these remarkable plants. Browse hundreds of orchid plants for sale, from classic favorites to unique and hard-to-find varieties, perfect for beginners and seasoned growers alike.
Denver Orchid Society Spring Show and Sale
The Denver Orchid Society Spring Show and Sale is a must-see event for plant lovers, featuring beautifully curated orchid exhibits that highlight the artistry and diversity of these remarkable plants. Browse hundreds of orchid plants for sale, from classic favorites to unique and hard-to-find varieties, perfect for beginners and seasoned growers alike.
Alan Koch - In Person
Alan Koch - Gold Country Orchids
Alan Koch owns and operates Gold Country Orchids where he specializes in miniature and compact Cattleya’s. Alan started growing orchids in 1969 with 3 Cymbidiums given to him by an aunt. While in college he became interested in other orchids and discovered many would grow outdoors in Southern California. He has moved five times as his orchid obsession has led to the need for more growing space. With the last move, he purchased 10 acres of land in Lincoln, California for his 250,000 orchids. He is recognized as an expert in the Brazilian Cattleya alliance and a trend setter in miniature compact and Cattleya breeding.
Alan has been published in the Orchid Digest, the American Orchid Society magazine, as well as many International Publications. He has also been published in several proceedings of the World Orchid Conference. He is an internationally known speaker. He is a past member of the AOS Judging Committee, and the Research Committee, as well as an Accredited Judge and is Training Coordinator for the California Sierra Nevada Judging Center. Alan also served two terms on the Orchid Digest Executive Committee and 3 terms on the Board of Directors, as well as two terms as a Trustee for the AOS.
Christopher Satch - In Person
Christopher Satch - New York Botanic Gardens
Christopher Satch is a Professor at the New York Botanical Gardens, as well as the CEO and Founder of NYC Plant Help, a horticultural consultancy for indoor and outdoor growers in the greater New York area. Having been featured on NPR, the Wall Street Journal, Architectural Digest, and more, Christopher breaks down the science behind growing plants and explains how plants grow in human-understandable terms. Having specialized in plant physiology and pathology, you can ask him any orchid growth, flowering, or culture question, and he will know the answer. He is a member of the AOS Education/Tech Committee, has participated in the rewrite of the care and culture sheets for AOS, and grows over 200 plants on windowsills, in terrariums, and more in his tiny Manhattan apartment. His favorite orchids are Cattleya species, Catasetiinae, Miltoniopsis, Lepanthes, and anything else that's either odd or fragrant.
Holiday Potluck and Business Meeting
Holiday Potluck and Business Meeting: Members only.
Tom Mirenda: Tom’s African Adventure. Mauritius, Kenya, South Africa and Gabon
Denver Botanic Gardens
Freyer-Newman Center
Sturm Hall
Fall Show and Sale
Denver Orchid Society Fall Show and Sale. Nick’s Garden Center and Farm Market in Aurora. September 13th and 14th.
Fall Show and Sale
Denver Orchid Society Fall Show and Sale. Nick’s Garden Center and Farm Market in Aurora. September 13th and 14th
Art Chadwick: Large Flowered Cattleya Species
Art Chadwick: Large Flowered Cattleya Species
Art holds a BS in Electrical Engineering from North Carolina State and an MBA from James Madison University. He founded Chadwick & Son Orchids Inc in 1989 with his father who had been growing orchids since 1943.
‘The Classic Cattleyas’ is widely considered to be the definitive book on large-flowered Cattleya species and was written by Art and his father. Martha Stewart favorably reviewed the now-sold out book and had both Chadwicks on her TV Show. A 2nd edition has since been released.
Art has the distinction of naming Cattleya hybrids after the wives of the last six U.S. Presidents and personally presenting the flowers to most of the honored recipients. He has spoken at two World Orchid Conferences - France 2005, Ecuador 2017 and his popular orchid advice column appeared each month in many newspapers around the country for 20 years.
Chadwicks operates 11 greenhouses in rural Powhatan County, two retail stores in Richmond, and boards over 13,000 orchids for local clients. The company was recently featured in Southern Living magazine, The New York Times, the Washington Post, CBS Sunday Morning, and O Magazine.
Large Flowered Cattleya Species
Large Flowered Cattleya Species follows my father’s book, The Classic Cattleyas, and highlights the eight species that were used for cut flowers in the US then adds nine additional species – all of which give growers something in bloom 365 days a year. From C labiata in 1821 to C jenmanii in 1906.
DOS Summer Picnic, Smoky Hill Clubhouse
This event includes afternoon tours of 3 members’ home growing areas followed by a potluck and auction at the Smoky Hill Clubhouse in Centennial. Plenty of parking. This is a Denver Orchid Society, members only event.
Untitled Event
Did you know? For AOS award consideration you can send cut flowers for evaluation. Please use our contact form to request information. Please note that you should plan ahead, flowers will have to be in our possession on the day of judging and careful packing and expedited mailing are essential!
Rocky Mountain Judging Center: Orchid Judging
Did you know? For AOS award consideration you can send cut flowers for evaluation. Please use our contact form to request information. Please note that you should plan ahead, flowers will have to be in our possession on the day of judging and careful packing and expedited mailing are essential!
Peter T. Lin with: 12 Months of Orchid
Peter T. Lin with: 12 Months of Orchid
About Peter
I am an avid orchid hobbyist, hybridizer, and AOS judge and owner of Diamond Orchids https://www.diamondorchids.com/ in Southern California. I grow primarily mini-catts, Mini Vandas, Dendrobiums and miniature species. I frequently give talks at various orchid societies and have written articles for the Orchid Digest and ORCHIDS magazine.
Peter will be bringing an assortment of plants to sell and for our Opportunity Table!
Below is a brief biography:
Peter started growing orchids over 40 years ago, but then stopped due to school and starting a career. It wasn't until about 20 years ago that the orchid "bug" came back and he is now heavily involved once again! He is an accredited judge with the American Orchid Society, and a hybridizer of mini-catts. He enjoys meeting with other orchid enthusiasts, and can often be found at various orchid shows and societies around the country.
Due to limited growing space, Peter likes to specialize in miniature orchids, both species and hybrids, and has received numerous AOS awards. His interests in orchids include Dendrobiums, Angraecoids, and Neofinetias. He is also known as "Mr Sophronitis" as he has a passion for growing and collecting them. He maintains a collection of a several thousand orchids at his home in Southern California in 3 small greenhouses, outdoors, as well as an offsite greenhouse.
12 Months of Orchids
This fast paced PowerPoint presentation discusses how to build an orchid collection to have blooms for every month of the year. There are many orchids that bloom at different times of the year, so instead of concentrating on one season, now you can have a collection of orchids in bloom for each month of the year!
Rocky Mountain Judging Center: Orchid Judging
Did you know? For AOS award consideration you can send cut flowers for evaluation. Please use our contact form to request information. Please note that you should plan ahead, flowers will have to be in our possession on the day of judging and careful packing and expedited mailing are essential!
Denver Orchid Society Spring Show and Sale!
Experience the Magic of Orchids at the Denver Orchid Society Show and Sale!
Spring is in the air, and so is the enchanting beauty of orchids! The Denver Orchid Society invites you to its annual Orchid Show and Sale, set to take place at the Denver Botanic Gardens, Mitchell Hall on Saturday, May 3rd, from 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM, and Sunday, May 4th, from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. This year’s theme, “Orchid Magic,” promises to immerse visitors in a world of breathtaking orchid displays, vibrant colors, and exotic blooms that seem almost otherworldly.
This event is more than just a visual feast—it’s also a fantastic opportunity to support the Denver Orchid Society, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to the appreciation, education, and conservation of orchids. The show serves as one of the society’s biggest fundraisers of the year, helping to fund educational programs, community outreach, and conservation efforts.
Magical Orchid Displays. Step into a wonderland of orchids as you explore exhibits featuring hundreds of flowering orchids in stunning arrangements. Society members, the Botanic Gardens, local businesses and multiple orchid societies craft displays that highlight the beauty and diversity of these captivating plants. Whether you are an experienced grower or simply an admirer, you will be inspired by the incredible range of species and hybrids on display.
Find the Perfect Orchid for Mom! With Mother’s Day just around the corner, this event is the perfect place to find a unique and lasting gift for the special mom in your life. Hundreds of orchids will be available for sale, sourced from top commercial orchid growers around the countrty. Whether she prefers the elegant Phalaenopsis, the fragrant Cattleya, or the exotic Paphiopedilum, you’re sure to find the perfect plant to brighten her day.
Join Us for a Weekend of Orchid Magic. Mark your calendars and don’t miss out on this extraordinary celebration of orchids! Whether you're looking to expand your collection, learn more about orchid care, or simply enjoy the beauty of these amazing plants, the Denver Orchid Society Show and Sale is the place to be.
Denver Orchid Society Spring Show and Sale!
Experience the Magic of Orchids at the Denver Orchid Society Show and Sale!
Spring is in the air, and so is the enchanting beauty of orchids! The Denver Orchid Society invites you to its annual Orchid Show and Sale, set to take place at the Denver Botanic Gardens, Mitchell Hall on Saturday, May 3rd, from 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM, and Sunday, May 4th, from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. This year’s theme, “Orchid Magic,” promises to immerse visitors in a world of breathtaking orchid displays, vibrant colors, and exotic blooms that seem almost otherworldly.
This event is more than just a visual feast—it’s also a fantastic opportunity to support the Denver Orchid Society, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to the appreciation, education, and conservation of orchids. The show serves as one of the society’s biggest fundraisers of the year, helping to fund educational programs, community outreach, and conservation efforts.
Magical Orchid Displays. Step into a wonderland of orchids as you explore exhibits featuring hundreds of flowering orchids in stunning arrangements. Society members, the Botanic Gardens, local businesses and multiple orchid societies craft displays that highlight the beauty and diversity of these captivating plants. Whether you are an experienced grower or simply an admirer, you will be inspired by the incredible range of species and hybrids on display.
Find the Perfect Orchid for Mom! With Mother’s Day just around the corner, this event is the perfect place to find a unique and lasting gift for the special mom in your life. Hundreds of orchids will be available for sale, sourced from top commercial orchid growers around the countrty. Whether she prefers the elegant Phalaenopsis, the fragrant Cattleya, or the exotic Paphiopedilum, you’re sure to find the perfect plant to brighten her day.
Join Us for a Weekend of Orchid Magic. Mark your calendars and don’t miss out on this extraordinary celebration of orchids! Whether you're looking to expand your collection, learn more about orchid care, or simply enjoy the beauty of these amazing plants, the Denver Orchid Society Show and Sale is the place to be.
Rocky Mountain Judging Center: Orchid Judging
Did you know? For AOS award consideration you can send cut flowers for evaluation. Please use our contact form to request information. Please note that you should plan ahead, flowers will have to be in our possession on the day of judging and careful packing and expedited mailing are essential!
Jane Wesley Brooks: Phragmipediums
Jane Brooks will be speaking on growing phragmipediums.
By day Jane Wesley Brooks is a Certified Family Law Specialist and Martindale Hubbell preeminent rated attorney with the State Bar of CA. More importantly and more interesting, at night and on weekends she is an AOS student judge and orchid hobbyist living with her husband and two small dogs in San Diego, CA. Her AOS student mentors are Tim Culbertson and peter T. Lin. She is a member of the DOS and the SDCOS. Most of her orchid collection is grown outdoors under two shade houses in her backyard where she also maintains a small greenhouse. Her orchid collection is wildly diverse with over half of the plants species plants.
Zoom attendance will also be available for those who want to watch from home.
