Rooted: Origins of American Gardening

The celebrated PHS Philadelphia Flower Show, the nation's largest and longest-running horticultural event returns to the Pennsylvania Convention Center from February 28 to March 8, 2026.

PATCO offers a convenient, affordable, and stress-free way to get there.

With thousands of visitors expected each day, traffic and parking around the Convention Center can be challenging. For those traveling from South Jersey, PATCO is one of the easiest ways to get to the show, offering quick, direct service to 8th and Market Street Station or 12th and 13th Street Locust Station, both just a short walk from the exhibit halls.

This year's theme, "Rooted: Origins of American Gardening," celebrates the stories that ground us in gardening, whether it is the memory of a grandparent's backyard plot, a treasured family recipe beginning with freshly picked herbs, or heritage traditions passed down through generations. Through immersive garden exhibits and breathtaking floral displays, "Rooted" brings to life the personal histories, cultural influences, and horticultural inspiration that connect us to plants and to one another.

"PATCO offers one of the most convenient and cost effective ways to travel to the Philadelphia Flower Show, especially for those coming from South Jersey," said John D. Rink, PATCO General Manager. "With free parking after 10 a.m. and service to 8th and Market Street and 12th and 13th Street Locust Stations, riders are just a short walk from the Convention Center."

What Riders Need to Know

• Trains run every 20 minutes on Saturdays during show hours.
• Free parking after 10 a.m. at PATCO gated and non-gated station lots. Metered parking spaces require payment at all times.
• Children four and under ride free. Regular fares apply for riders ages five and older.
• The Pennsylvania Convention Center is just a quick walk, indoors or out, from 8th & Market St. Station. Download a map & directions guide.
• For train schedule information, please click here.

Show Information
For the latest show information, please visit the official Philadelphia Flower Show website.