Afternoon Tea, September 19, 2026 1:00PM

Thanksgiving Point and Riley Blake Designs present the 2026 Garden of Quilts. Set within the award-winning, 50-acre Ashton Gardens at Thanksgiving Point, the Garden of Quilts is an outdoor exhibition of hundreds of quilts from across the world, as well as rare access to private collections, lectures, trunk shows, and more.

An Evening with Joanna Figueroa
Join us for a magical evening with Joanna Figueroa of Fig Tree & Co. Get inspired as she shares her incredible journey, along with a showcase of her gorgeous quilts, and other beautiful projects. This is a night filled with creativity, fun, and endless inspiration you won’t want to miss! Plus, enjoy exciting giveaways along the way. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the beautiful and whimsical world of Joanna Figueroa, this event promises to be unforgettable. Reserve your seat today for an evening with Joanna. 
Wednesday, September 16
Doors Open: 5:30 pm, Show: 6:30 PM
Show Barn, Water Tower Campus
$50 per person

Let's Make a Quilt
Slide on over and join favorite designers Amanda Niederhauser and Bev McCullough for a rockin’ good time! Dig into a delicious buffet dinner while we turn up the fun with a high-energy, quilt-lovin’ game show night! Dust off those poodle skirts, saddle shoes and leather jackets—50’s-themed attire is highly encouraged! This lively evening will have you laughing, mingling, and cutting a rug with your soon-to-be new best pals. Who knows, daddy-o… if luck’s on your side, you just might swing home with a swell prize!
Thursday, September 17
Doors Open: 5:30 pm, Program: 6:30 PM
Loggia Garden, Water Tower Campus
$60 per person

Afternoon Tea
Gather your friends and experience an afternoon of decadence during the Afternoon Tea Party. This Garden of Quilts crowd favorite offers delectable delights in the beautiful Loggia Garden on the Water Tower Campus. Space is limited and sells out quickly every year.
September 18, 2026
September 19, 2026
Seatings available at Noon, 12:30 pm, or 1:00 pm
Loggia Garden, Water Tower Campus
$40 per person

World of Lori Holt
Step into the World of Lori Holt and enjoy some one-on-one time with the Queen Bee herself! Hosted by Lori Holt and Riley Blake Designs, this special ticketed event will be held Friday and Saturday in the breathtaking Ashton Gardens. Enjoy a beautifully curated display of Lori’s quilts set among the flowers, plus fun demos, a make-and-take project, and a selling table filled with Lori’s favorite goodies. There will also be Bee in my Bonnet themed games and giveaways! Be sure to bring books, patterns, or other items for Lori to sign! Indulge in yummy treats, snap a photo with Lori, take home a fabulous swag bag, and soak in all the creativity.
September 18, 2026
September 19, 2026
10 am - 1 pm
Ashton Gardens
$216 per person

Meet the Maker
Meet the Maker is back with a fresh new twist! Join us for an inspiring evening where you can connect with your favorite designers and sewlebrities in a whole new setting. Wander through our Discovery Garden to see designer displays, discover new favorites, and enjoy great conversation with the creative minds behind the projects you love. With an updated venue, new dining experience, and plenty of time to mingle, this event is the perfect chance to shop, connect, and be inspired. Along the way, be sure to enter for a chance to win one of several amazing door prizes!
Friday, September 18, 2026
Gates open at 6:30 PM
Entrance at Carousel to Discovery Garden, Gardens Campus
$59 per person