Botanics to host UK premiere of floral blockbuster
The world-renowned Fleurs de Villes is bringing a major new floral exhibition to Edinburgh next month.
Set within the magnificent grounds of the Royal Botanic Garden, between May 31 and June 9, Fleurs de Villes ARTISTE will be a truly spectacular event celebrating Scotland’s remarkable art and some much-loved artists.
Taking a starring role will be The Monarch of the Glen, Robert Burns, Alexander McQueen, John Byrne, Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Frances MacDonald MacNair, Annie Lennox, and more.
Visitors to the exhibition will experience 15 incredible fresh floral mannequins inspired by these accomplished artists and artworks, with more exciting names to be revealed over the coming weeks, all created by Scotland’s most talented florists.
Whilst admiring Fleurs de Villes’ famous mannequins, visitors will have the opportunity to watch floral demos and talks from local florists and botanical experts, then continue into the historic listed grandeur of the adjacent Inverleith House to explore captivating rooms adorned with more exquisite ARTISTE themed floral displays. Delicious botanical refreshments and light bites will be available within the Botanics’ onsite café, including a scrumptious afternoon tea and picnic boxes. New for 2024, visitors can enjoy an indulgent cream tea at the Fleurs de Villes Tea Salon on the main floor of Inverleith House, a unique experience available only for the duration of the ARTISTE exhibition.
To kick off the exhibition’s opening weekend in style, Fleurs de Villes will host two exclusive Le Soir evening events on May 31 and June 1, starting at 6:30pm. During these enchanting evenings, visitors can experience the beautiful ARTISTE exhibition accompanied by live DJ entertainment and a floral-inspired drinks menu.
Tickets to Fleurs de Villes ARTISTE (including add-on dining experiences and Le Soir evenings) are on sale now and can be purchased at fleursdevilles.com/edinburgh. General admission tickets are priced at £23 for adults.