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Spirit of Spring Fireside
April 17 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Food Trucks • Beer • Wine & Spirits • Garden Tours • Storytime & Kids Crafts • and more!
Shake off the winter chill and welcome the beauty of spring at Tyler Arboretum! Gather with family and friends for an evening of seasonal fun, featuring crackling firepits, toasted marshmallows, and the fresh sights and scents of spring starting to bloom. Enjoy delicious food from local food trucks, simple outdoor games and activities, guided walks through gardens and budding woodlands, and a spring evening outdoors—plus refreshing beverages to sip as you soak in the season.
It’s the perfect way to embrace the magic of spring, connect with nature, and make lasting memories in the great outdoors!
Free for Members | Non-members Pay General Admission
New: Parking Update
For the safety of all our guests and to ensure a smooth, stress-free arrival, we’re updating our parking plan for Fireside.
Option 1 – FREE Shuttle Parking (Recommended!): Park at Penn State Brandywine and hop on a quick, complimentary shuttle to the event. No reservation needed!
Free shuttles will run from Penn State Brandywine beginning at 4pm and will return guests with the last shuttle leaving Tyler at 9:15pm. Two shuttles will run continuously throughout the evening.
Option 2 – Paid On-site Parking: Limited spaces are available at Tyler Arboretum with a $20 pre-purchased parking pass. Passes are required and must be reserved in advance
Pre-paid parking passes go on sale March 17 for Members ONLY, and will open to the public on April 4.
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