Open Day for Gardeners, the yearly celebration of plants, gardens, nature and the people who love them, has returned for its fifth edition from 28 to 30 August 2026 at the Ecobank Pan African Centre (EPAC), Ozumba Mbadiwe Avenue, Victoria Island, Lagos.

The three-day event, which is free to attend, according to a statement, has grown from a gathering of garden lovers and plant enthusiasts into a vibrant community bringing together gardeners, conservationists, creatives, families, businesses and nature-inspired brands.

“A major highlight of this year’s edition will be the Annual Garden Seminar today, featuring former Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, as the special guest and seminar speaker.

“With more than 50 vendors participating, visitors will have the opportunity to explore and shop for a wide range of plants, soil, garden pots and planters, garden accessories, home fragrances, as well as food and drinks.

“The programme will also feature a variety of activities designed to showcase the many ways nature intersects with everyday life.”

These include the Plant Swap, anchored by Dr Pamela Ajayi, founder of The Dawn Project, which encourages participants to exchange plants, share gardening knowledge, and promote biodiversity within urban communities,” the statement noted.

It also stated that visitors could look forward to the Handcrafter Garden, celebrating creativity and craftsmanship, as well as Flowers in Vase, an exotic botanical showcase highlighting the beauty, diversity and artistry of plants and floral displays.