NOT TO BE MISSED EVENTS
Free Day: Lunar New Year Celebration
Monday, February 16, 2026
10 am–4 pm
Free
Museum-wide
Celebrate Lunar New Year and the Year of the Horse at the Worcester Art Museum! Join us for a full day of art, music, and dance, with rousing performances and activities for all ages. Museum admission is free all day, including current exhibitions.
Events
11:30 am and 12:30 pm
Tour: Lunar New Year Themes in Art
Meet in Lancaster Lobby
Noon
Storytime for Kids
Higgins Education Wing Nook
1:30 pm
Performance: Boston Guzheng Ensemble Trio
Renaissance Court
3 pm
Performance: Fan Dance and Lion Dance, with RICEMA
Renaissance Court
Parking
Due to winter weather, street parking may be limited during this event. Additional free parking is available in the southern half of the Trinity Lutheran Church Lot on Institute Road (marked by “Museum staff parking” signs), and in the Highland Street Municipal Lot on the corner of Lancaster Street and Highland Street. View area map.
Flora in Winter 2026: Floral Fascinator Social
Friday, February 20, 2026
5–7 pm
$35 for Members. $40 for general public.
Conference Room (Higgins Education Wing)
Get your flowery accessories ready for Flora in Winter 2026! At this hands-on evening workshop, Worcester Art Museum staff will guide you through the creation of your own artificial-flower fascinator hat. While you’re creating, enjoy cocktails and mocktails with your fellow makers and get excited for the following week’s festivities.
Includes admission ticket to Flora in Winter (February 26–March 1). Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Children must be accompanied by a participating adult.
See art in a new way.
Thursday, February 26–Sunday, March 1, 2026
How do you represent a suit of armor with roses? A portrait with peonies? A raging storm with tulips? This winter, come closer to the art you thought you knew, reimagined in floral arrangements throughout our galleries.
Tickets
Admission tickets to Flora in Winter 2026 are available at the door only.
Plan ahead! Join, renew, or gift a membership now to get free admission and an easier check-in process.
*Saturday, 5–7 pm, enjoy a floral night out with extended hours, music, and drinks. Included with Flora in Winter 2026 Saturday admission.
Related events
Dive deeper and explore our full schedule of talks, demonstrations, and hands-on activities. Select events require advance tickets, available now. Ticketed events include admission to Flora in Winter 2026.