15th Annual Dazzling Dahlia Festival

Itinerary of Events 

Fall Reception 

September 4th | 5 pm 
Kick off the festival weekend at The Bascom’s Fall Reception! This special evening will celebrate our fall exhibitions, the Dazzling Dahlia Festival, and the winner of the 2025 Dahlia Poster Contest.
Enter the poster contest!

The Single Bloom Competition

September 5th & 6th
The 15th Annual Dazzling Dahlia Festival's Single Bloom Competition will be held Friday, September 5, from 1:30 pm - 4 pm, and Saturday, September 6, from 10 am - 4 pm at The Bascom. Dahlia enthusiasts will showcase their most stunning blooms in this beloved annual event.

Petals and Perspectives 

September 4 - 6
Experience an inspired dialogue between art and nature at this year’s Dahlia Festival with Petals and Perspectives, a distinctive floral design showcase. This special event invites selected area non-profit organizations to create floral arrangements in direct response to works of art on view in The Bascom’s galleries, offering a compelling exploration of the connections between the visual and floral arts. 

The Dahlia Dialogue

September 6 | 11 am 
Learn about dahlias and the art of growing from an expert guest speaker. 

Studio Member Pottery Show 

September 5th & 6th
Bascom Studio Members will present a curated collection of handcrafted wall pockets and vases, each adorned with fresh dahlias and available for purchase during the Dahlia Festival. Be sure to visit the Studio Barn for a chance to take home a unique, functional piece of art!